On 14 July 1975 the Marine Operations Centre in Canberra was alerted that the oil tanker Princess Anne Marie had sustained a large crack in its hull approximately 300 miles off Western Australian.

Marine order 504

Contains three charts of uniform waypoints for the Great Barrier Reef—Hydrographers passage.

General and practical information about the AMSA mandated practical assessment (AMPA), including how to perform the assessment.

We are responsible for handling health and safety issues for personnel on prescribed ships that are engaged in trade or commerce on international and domestic voyages.

A timeline of the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA’s) involvement in the search for Malaysia Airlines flight MH370.

Contains three charts of uniform waypoints—Great Barrier Reef—Inner route north as well as alternative routes.

Fees related to registration on the Australian General Shipping Register and Australian International Shipping Register.

During the COVID-19 pandemic many seafarers have played an essential role.

You can submit your completed Seafarer form 419 or Certificate of competency application form 426 at participating Australia Post retail outlets.

1 July 2023 – 30 June 2024 - xlsx

This marine notice draws attention to important information regarding the proper operation of Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS), including the importance of adequate and up to date Electronic Navigational Charts (ENCs), for ships visiting Australian ports.

This safety alert provides guidance to operators of domestic commercial vessels (DCVs) on risks associated with safety management systems inadequately considering electrical systems and other potential fire hazards.

1 July 2023 – 30 June 2024 - xlsx

We have approved these courses if you want to qualify for a certificate under international training conventions.

Contains three charts of uniform waypoints—Great Barrier Reef—Great North East Channel, eastbound and westbound.

Knowledge of regulations and duties will help you navigate safely on the seas.

Our search and rescue incidents from 2017–18.

Our register disclosing gifts and benefits