Maritime discharges of oil and noxious liquid substances during emergencies and pollution response situations.

We are responsible for providing navigational systems and services to facilitate the safe and efficient navigation of ships within Australian waters.

Find out the requirements you need to fulfill to obtain an international endorsement.

We collect and analyse information from reported marine incidents to improve safety across the maritime industry.

In this edition we explain correct and incorrect use of conditions.

Ships that are not operated and managed to meet applicable standards, and relevant Australian laws, pose an increased risk to seafarers, other ships and the marine environment. These ships may be refused access or granted conditional entry to Australian ports

All ships must follow the requirements of MARPOL Annex V when discharging cargo residue.

AMSA surveyors will be using the checklist below when inspecting ships as part of our planned maintenance focused inspection campaign.

Accurate weight declaration for cargo containers is a critical safety issue. Shippers must provide a verified gross mass for containers.

AMSA port State control inspectors will be using the checklist below when inspecting ships as part of our cargo securing focused inspection campaign. Use this checklist to prepare for the inspection, and to help you ensure your cargo is secure. Below is a sample of the focused inspection campaign checklist.

In this edition we explain how to complete a shaft survey report, tell you about changes to MARS, changes to surveyor identity cards and much more.

Marine Order 55 (Vessels carrying industrial personnel) 2024 Consultation Report – Feb - Apr 2024

We know it's not just about the salary, so we offer a range of attractive benefits.

Mohammed Taslim is passionate about marine education in the Pacific and has his sights set on promoting e-learning study for seafarers in Fiji in the not-too-distant future.

This report provides an overview of the consultation process, key issues raised during public consultation and the key changes to the Marine Order.

The content of the Engineer cadet program including certificate and short courses, qualifying sea service and medical fitness.