This marine notice provides information on how the automatic channel switching feature in VHF digital selective calling (DSC) radios may impact voice communications during safety critical operations.

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.

A charter vessel with passengers was conducting a cruise around Sydney Harbour when it narrowly missed an unlit runabout at night. The vessel ran aground, and two attempts to tow the vessel off the sandbank were unsuccessful. The investigation found that the master did not risk-assess the route and respective conditions. The vessel safety management system provided the master with no clear direction on safe routes to follow. The command, control, and communication with and between the crew in relation to emergency procedures and response was ineffective.

To confirm an engine with a power output of greater than 130 kilowatts (kW) is compliant with nitrogen oxide (NOx) emission standards, it must be accompanied by an Engine International Air Pollution Prevention (EIAPP) certificate and supporting Technical File.

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

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is working to reduce the loss and discharge of fishing gear into the sea.

Our senior management team runs the day-to-day operations and keeps our Board informed.

Survey passenger vessels with offshore operations (Class 1B) are required to carry a Scale D medical cabinet and a Scale F first aid kit on board.

Notify AMSA as soon as possible after becoming aware of an incident

The content of the Engineer cadet program including certificate and short courses, qualifying sea service and medical fitness.

Discover how we’re tackling the challenges around Operation Recovery—YM Efficiency.

The RFL applies to most sea-going vessels operating in Australia. It helps fund the cost of safety activities, such as vessel inspections and surveys.

Find out how you obtain your unique vessel identifier and how to display it correctly.

We want to know what you think about enhancing safety management on passenger vessels.

Guidance for mariners and port stakeholders on the difference between a vessel traffic service (VTS) and a local port service.

We are seeking feedback on proposed changes to Marine Order 503 (Certificates of survey - national law). Marine Order 503 (Certificates of survey – national law) 2018 (MO503) outlines certificate of survey requirements for domestic commercial vessels (DCVs). These requirements help ensure that commercial vessels operating in Australia are safe and seaworthy. MO503 consultation.