Find out more about how to get a certificate of medical fitness, and why you need one.

As a flag State, AMSA are responsible for making sure Australian ships comply with relevant legislation/s.

The Sanko Harvest struck a reef off Esperance, Western Australia on 14 February 1991, and broke up over the next fortnight.

On 28 July 1988, the livestock carrier Al Qurain struck a wharf heavily while berthing in Portland, Victoria and severely ruptured a side fuel tank. An estimated 184 tonnes of fuel oil escaped into Portland Harbour.

Standards for maintaining stability during day-to-day operations while the hull is intact.

Find out about the process of obtaining a near coastal certificate.

If you hold a valid STCW certificate issued by another country and want to work on an Australian-flagged vessel, you need a certificate of recognition (CoR). In some countries this is called a recognition endorsement.

Prepare and submit your application for a role with us.

On Monday 26 July 1999, the crude oil tanker the MV Torungen (25 tonnes), was secured in the offshore Varanus Island Marine loading terminal, located approximately 4.2 kilometres north-east of Varanus Island, Western Australia.

Proof of identity is required when applying for a certificate of competency or seafarer’s service book.

We are a team of dedicated professionals – hear more about our experiences working at AMSA.

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. 

Read a summary of results from the mid-2024 consultation on Marine Order 11 and download a copy of the full report.

This service charter sets out the standard of service you can expect to receive from the Australian Maritime Safety Authority.

The MNL applies to most commercial vessels operating in Australia. It helps fund the cost of operating and maintaining marine aids to navigation systems.

We are conducting a focused inspection campaign (FIC) on vessel adventure rides and experiences from October 2023 - March 2024.

Small uncrewed autonomous vessels operating in C, D, or E waters.

Enhanced fishing gear requirements are being developed in talks at the International Maritime Organization (IMO).