Our information publication scheme provides access to details about AMSA's operations.

In this edition we provide advice on how to send us large files, what to do if you receive a complaint about a survey, provide guidance on battery safety, and more.

The Australian states and territories work with us to coordinate an effective search and rescue (SAR) service.

Reminding those who own, operate or are on board Australian ships, about offences under Australian sanction laws. The information has been prepared by the Australian Sanctions Office.

Our search and rescue incidents from 2013–14.

This five-year outlook of future action covers specific industry issues, international developments, priorities for standards, and legislative expiries.

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

In this edition we talk about Marine Surveyor Accreditation Guidance Manual – Part 2 , we include a Case Study about Compliance action on an AMS’s accreditation and decks on domestic commercial vessels

There are a range of chemical tools which can reduce the harmful effects of an oil spill.

Understand the regulatory requirements under the Marine Safety (Domestic Commercial Vessels) National Law 2012 (National Law) for unpowered barges.

(1)  The criteria for issue to a person of an unrestricted pilot licence, for a stated pilotage area, are that the person: 

These documents will guide you through submitting survey reports and recommendations for domestic commercial vessels.

Be prepared before your trip. Stay safe at sea.

Do you want to take paying passengers on tours or between islands? If so, your boat is a domestic commercial vessel (DCV) and must be approved by AMSA.

ECDIS familiarisation ensures that master and navigating officers are familiar with the specific make and model of the ECDIS equipment onboard (including backup) before taking charge of a navigational watch.

There is increasing use of remotely operated and autonomous technology in Australia and worldwide across a range of fields.

Chemical dispersants are one of the response tools available during oil spill responses.

Learn how non-shipborne AIS units are managed and find out what’s required to apply to operate a base station or AtoN in Australia.