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All domestic commercial vessels must have a certificate of survey unless exempt.

With the introduction of a new revised Marine Order 505 (Certificates of competency) on 1 January 2023 following extensive industry consulta

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Installing and programming an automatic identification systems (AIS).

A master or owner of a vessel may apply for an exemption from the requirement to navigate a vessel with a licensed pilot in a compulsory pilotage area

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

Controlling the risks that weather and water pose to a vessel.

This safety alert draws the attention of vessel operators to the importance of planned maintenance in ensuring safe operation of domestic commercial vessels.

This Marine Notice reminds vessel masters, owners and operators about the coastal pilotage requirements that apply within the Great Barrier Reef and Torres Strait, as prescribed in Marine Order 54 (Coastal pilotage) 2014 (MO54).

We administer the national law, regulations and marine orders in implementing the national system.

Guidance on using an exhaust gas cleaning system (EGCS) to meet the fuel sulphur limit of 0.50% m/m, as required under MARPOL Annex VI and Australian law.

To confirm an engine with a power output of greater than 130 kilowatts (kW) is compliant with nitrogen oxide (NOx) emission standards, it must be accompanied by an Engine International Air Pollution Prevention (EIAPP) certificate and supporting Technical File.

View the list of vessels declared not to be regulated Australian vessels (RAVs) under section 19 of the Navigation Act 2012

Access AMSA safety alerts for domestic commercial vessels and the international shipping community.

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The technologies which support our search and rescue (SAR) response.

AMSA’s mission is ensuring safe vessel operations, combating marine pollution and rescuing people in distress.