This declaration is for use by owners and masters of Class 1 vessels less than 12 metres long, or Class 2, 3 or 4 vessels, who are making a declaration under section 4.9(6) of the SAGM.
AMSA has released the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) Annual Report 2024, offering a detailed overview of MLC complaints and data received about seafarer living and working conditions in Australian waters.
Find out how we use, assess and govern AI responsibly. This statement aligns with the Digital Transformation Agency’s (DTA) Policy for the responsible use of AI in government.
On 1 September 2025 the updated edition of the National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV) Part C1 will be introduced. It will be mandatory for all new domestic commercial vessels from 1 September 2027.
The latest edition of the Maritime Safety Awareness Bulletin highlights the critical importance of proper cargo stowage and securing, following ongoing concerns about safety risks and compliance across industry.
We will be closed between 5 pm AEDT Wednesday 24 December 2025 and 8 am AEDT Friday 2 January 2026. Seafarer certification services will pause over this period.