A powered barge with a mounted crane became unstable and capsized in 3.5 metres of water during lifting operations of a concrete structure.

A Satellite-Based Augmentation System (SBAS) is now available in the Australia and New Zealand region.

Safety of Navigation – 1 August - 8 September 2021 AMSA conducted a Safety of Navigation Focused Inspection Campaign (FIC) over the period 1 August to the 8 September 2021. 

In 2024, a range of vessel stability issues caused a trawler to roll over. The master had not followed the vessel’s stability book properly. The investigation also found that the stability book didn’t meet relevant standards.

There are mandatory minimum requirements for your certificates under the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers 1978 (STCW).

Defining a 'novel vessel', their requirements, and pathways to certify them.

What changes to Marine Order 54 (Coastal pilotage) 2014 (MO54) did we seek feedback on?

Toxic gases can quickly build up on board vessels and kill a crew member or passenger in minutes. Identify equipment, appliances and systems that create these gases and reduce the risks.

Read about the changes we have made to the NSCV since 2020.

This marine notice aims to raise awareness of the risks involved with getting on and off vessels.

You may be able to operate temporarily below the minimum crewing requirements that apply to your vessel.

Carry the type of lifejacket required for your vessel's highest service category. You can choose self-inflating, manual inflating or foam buoyancy lifejackets.

Learn about our oral exams and how to make a booking.

The Navigation Act 2012 is legislation which covers international ship and seafarer safety, protect the marine environment where it relates to shipping and the actions of seafarers in Australian waters.

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is working to reduce the loss and discharge of fishing gear into the sea.

Our search and rescue modules provide background information as well as information about preparation, principles of how to conduct a search and rescue operation and how to respond to specific kinds of emergency.

Course and study subjects for deck and engineer certificates of recognition.