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  • Exemption changes
    This page contains a list of past changes to exemptions.
    Last updated: 01/01/2024
  • a bulk carrier at a dock
    Maritime recycling trial for international ship waste 
    This trial will support ongoing work to divert recyclable waste from international ships to domestic recycling, so it doesn’t end up in landfill.
    Last updated: 07/29/2025
  • Large red recycling hoppers on board a vessel
    Improving international shipping waste management at Australian ports 
    A joint trial has helped shape new approaches to recycling waste from visiting ships.
    Last updated: 07/29/2025
  • Our role in search and rescue
    We provide a search and rescue (SAR) service for Australia. This allows us to quickly deploy a SAR response for anyone in distress.
    Last updated: 07/25/2025
  • AMSA 1857
    Fuel oil non-availability report (FONAR) for entry into Australian waters (form 1857)

    Use this form to make a fuel oil non-availability report (FONAR) as set out in 

    Last updated: 08/01/2025
  • Bunker certificates and the Bunkers Convention
    Information for ship owners and operators about the application of the Bunkers Convention in Australia.
    Last updated: 08/01/2025
  • Flag State administration
    An administration offering ship registration—as Australia does—is referred to as a flag State. As a flag State administration, we are responsible for making sure Australian-owned and Australian-registered ships comply with international conventions in Australian waters and overseas. You may also be interested in domestic commercial vessel inspections
    Last updated: 06/29/2018
  • Reporting and accountability
    We meet our obligations to government by being transparent and reporting on our activities and operations. Find out about our procurement processes, fees and levies, request a public interest disclosure, or make a freedom of information request to see how we do business.
    Last updated: 11/05/2018
  • Freedom of Information
    We make a range of information available for public access. You can also formally request access to documents we hold under the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (FOI Act).
    Last updated: 02/03/2021
  • Spatial data
    We provide access to spatial data that supports maritime and aviation safety activities and protection of the marine environment. You can download selected data sets, and request customised products and spatial analysis.
    Last updated: 11/17/2017
  • Superseded standards for commercial vessels
    On this page you can find copies of previous editions and amendments to the NSCV.
    Last updated: 10/01/2024
  • New South Wales fuel oil suppliers
    Find local suppliers of fuel oil in New South Wales.
    Last updated: 09/03/2025
  • General and specific exemptions
    There are other vessel permits or exemptions you may be eligible for under the national law.
    Last updated: 09/02/2025
  • Outcomes report - DCV towage focused inspections campaign
    Find out how domestic commercial vessels (DCVs) performed on safety, crew training, incident reporting and more during our focussed inspections campaign on towage operations.
    Last updated: 09/03/2025
  • Fatigue management education campaign
    Managing crew fatigue
    Managing fatigue is everyone’s responsibility. This guidance hub will help you manage fatigue in your commercial vessel operation.
    Last updated: 06/01/2022
  • South Australia fuel oil suppliers
    Find local suppliers of fuel oil in South Australia in the register below.
    Last updated: 09/04/2025
  • Is it a domestic commercial vessel?
    In Australia, domestic commercial vessels are regulated under the Marine Safety (Domestic Commercial Vessel) National Law Act 2012 (national law act). The National Law Act underpins the National System for Domestic Commercial Vessel Safety (national system).
    Last updated: 09/10/2025
  • Designated persons
    Find out who can be the designated person for a DCV and what they need to do.
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  • AMSA 901
    Survey report and recommendation (form 901)

    Surveyors – use this form to make a recommendation after conducting a commissioning, periodic, or out of water survey of a domestic commercial vessel.

    Last updated: 09/05/2025
  • Eyesight and medical requirements for domestic certificates
    How to meet the medical requirements for domestic seafarer certificates
    Last updated: 03/05/2024