We have a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the International Maritime Organization (IMO).

Survey vessels in these classes are required to carry a Scale G first aid kit on board: 1D (with unberthed passengers), 1E (with unberthed passengers), 2D, 2E, 3D and 3E.

Information for ship owners and operators about the application of the Bunkers Convention in Australia.

How to calculate and record your sea service for a near coastal certificate of competency.

If you are a Traditional Inhabitant of the Torres Strait and use your TIB to catch seafood and sell it, your boat is being used as a domestic commercial vessel. This page explains what that means, when you can use the TIB-specific exemption, and the steps you must follow to operate safely and legally.

Advice for operators and masters on regulations specific to the transfer of oil cargoes between oil tankers at sea for domestic commercial vessels, regulated Australian vessels and foreign flagged vessels.

If you have an alternative way of meeting your safety requirements, you can make an equivalent means of compliance application.

We have diverse teams operating all around Australia.

Read about the results of the consultation on amendments to Marine Order 25, which updates requirements for the carriage and testing of life-saving equipment.

Cruise ships capable of accommodating more than 100 passengers in Sydney Harbour are required to limit emissions of sulphur oxides when berthing.

Find out how to provide a photo that meets our requirements for your certificate application.

Read previous AMSA update editions from 2025

The purpose of this marine notice is to draw attention to the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) non-mandatory revised guidelines for the reduction of underwater radiated noise from shipping to address adverse impacts on marine life. 

Do you have a suspicious job offer for work in a maritime industry?

Advice on maintaining rescue boats in working order.

We’re holding roundtable discussions to foster collaboration within the Australian shipping industry as it transitions away from carbon-based fuels.