Get your Engineer certificate of competency revalidated before it expires.

Marine incidents are defined by relevant Australian laws and include a number of different types of incidents.

We know it's not just about the salary, so we offer a range of attractive benefits.

The Vessel Traffic Services Advisory Group (VTSAG) discusses matters relating to Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) in Australia.

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

A safety management system (also referred to as an SMS) is a systematic approach to managing safety.

Carry the right safety equipment, including lifejackets, life rafts, and first aid kits.

The following vessels are our declared off-shore industry vessels and trading vessels that work in inland and near coastal waters.

Learn how to control the risk of fatigue to your crew and your operation.

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.

Mohammed Taslim is passionate about marine education in the Pacific and has his sights set on promoting e-learning study for seafarers in Fiji in the not-too-distant future.

How to get a Watchkeeper deck certificate of competency if you are a Royal Australian Navy (RAN) Maritime warfare officer or Rating.

A fire occurred on a passenger vessel in a busy harbour. The master and crew took immediate action and followed emergency procedures to disembark and transfer 73 passengers safely to another ferry. The vessel’s structural and fixed firefighting systems worked effectively to contain and extinguish the fire.

Oil tankers above 150 gross tonnage and other ships of 400 gross tonnage or above must record oil-relevant operations.

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

Follow these steps to apply for an initial STCW certificate of competency or certificate of proficiency. Find out what you need to do to meet eligibility requirements, complete training and sea service and submit your application.

We sought feedback on proposed changes to Marine Order 25 (Equipment – lifesaving) 2014 (MO25). MO25 sets out requirements for carrying and testing life-saving equipment and recovering people from water.

Check if AMSA recognises your country or overseas STCW certificate, and what this means for your application in Australia.