As a statutory authority, we work with the guidance of legislation.

The 275th meeting of the Board was held on Wednesday, 24 September 2025, in Canberra, ACT.

Prevention from marine pollution is imperative to protect Australia’s unique marine environments and the livelihoods of thousands of Australians.

Fatigue management requirements for domestic commercial vessels (DCVs).

If you are serving or have served in the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) as a Maritime Warfare Officer, this information explains how to qualify for an International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarer (STCW) certificate of competency for a: Chief mate Master less than 3000 GT Master

Our structure gives you an idea of which area can help you when you get in touch.

We have an intergovernmental agreement on the National Maritime Emergency Response Arrangement.

Our information publication scheme provides access to details about AMSA's operations.

A summary of the effects of oil and dispersed oil on temperate sea grasses.

Standards for domestic commercial vessels, largely replaced by the NSCV for new vessels.

A marine notice provides important safety related information, general guidance and details about upcoming changes to legislation to the shipping and maritime community.

This procedure outlines the process for Registered training organisations to offer recognition of prior learning to students of AMSA approved courses.

The Modernised Australian Ship Tracking and Reporting System (MASTREP) is a ship reporting system designed to contribute to safety of life at sea.

Be prepared before your trip. Stay safe at sea, on land or in the air.

AMSA conducted a focused inspection campaign (FIC) on domestic commercial vessel construction barges from 1 May to 30 June 2022.

The oil spill from the Oceanic Grandeur in Torres Strait in March 1970 highlighted Australia’s lack of preparedness at the time to deal with a major oil spill in the marine environment.