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Marine Order 503 (Certificates of survey – national law) 2018 (MO503) outlines when a domestic commercial vessel (DCV) needs a certificate of survey, and related survey requirements. These requirements help ensure that commercial vessels operating in Australia are safe and seaworthy.

There are few exceptions to the prohibition of garbage discharge under MARPOL. Breaches can result in significant penalties.

About the feedback we received on the National System for Domestic Commercial Vessel Safety transition.

Our AMSA Connect team are ready to assist you over the phone, by email, or at one of our regional offices.

How to calculate your sea service before you apply for a sea service assessment.

Consultation on Marine Order 47 closed on 1 July 2019.

Your compliance requirements will be affected by the service category of your vessel.

Before you begin operating your vessel, you must follow our requirements.

We are conducting a focused inspection campaign (FIC) on vessel adventure rides and experiences from October 2023 - March 2024.

(1)  The criteria for the issue of a check pilot licence to a person are that the person: 

There are laws against ship sourced pollution and those responsible may be prosecuted under state or territory legislation.

Find out about the process of obtaining a near coastal certificate.

Passenger sustains injury from poorly rigged gangway.

Find out who to contact for help with myAMSA, and provide feedback on your experience.

The MNL applies to most commercial vessels operating in Australia. It helps fund the cost of operating and maintaining marine aids to navigation systems.