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This page outlines the types of survey reports and details an AMSA assessor looks for when reviewing an application for approval.

The Sylvan Arrow was found guilty of discharging an oily mixture into the sea west of Wilson’s Promontory, Victoria on 18 December 1999.

This advice is for ship owners and masters. We will undertake a focused inspection campaign (FIC) on livestock ships from 1 March to 31 August 2021. The campaign will target all livestock ships departing Australian ports.

With the introduction of a new revised Marine Order 505 (Certificates of competency) on 1 January 2023 following extensive industry consulta

Find out if the vessel you own or operate under a boat-share agreement is a domestic commercial vessel.

On 20 May 1988 bulk carrier Korean Star grounded in the vicinity of Cape Cuvier within the port limits of Carnarvon, Western Australia.

Read about the results of consultation on proposed amendments to MO12 and MO32 to introduce new requirements for lifting appliances and anchor handling winches.

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The Modernised Australian Ship Tracking and Reporting System (MASTREP) is a ship reporting system designed to contribute to safety of life at sea.

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This trial will support ongoing work to divert recyclable waste from international ships to domestic recycling, so it doesn’t end up in landfill.

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

Be prepared before your trip. Stay safe at sea, on land or in the air.

All domestic commercial vessels are required to have a national law certificate of survey—unless an exemption applies.

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

Latest standards for wheelhouse visibility, emergency escapes, crew and passenger accommodation, and personal safety on domestic commercial vessels. Includes updated requirements for evacuation, signage and preventing falls overboard.

Vessels owned and operated by community groups or clubs may or may not be domestic commercial vessels.