The purpose of this marine notice is to inform cruise vessel masters and operators of AMSA’s policy on limiting sulphur emissions from cruise vessels when at berth in the port of Sydney Harbour.

Standards for vessels used for special work.

Read a summary of results from the 2024 consultation on Marine Order 91 and download a copy of the full report.

The inaugural Australian VTS Award saw Brisbane VTS operators Todd Stewart and Ricky Blake commended for their actions, which had a profound impact on the outcome of two men and a young boy lost at sea.

Lifejackets save lives

This safety alert draws the attention of vessel operators to the importance of planned maintenance in ensuring safe operation of domestic commercial vessels.

Learn about our oral exams and how to make a booking.

Passenger sustains injury from poorly rigged gangway.

Mandatory coastal pilotage is a protective measure used in environmentally fragile or areas potentially hazardous to navigation.

Some guidance on how to start your job in Australia once you have submitted your application.

We authorise and audit vessel traffic service (VTS) providers in Australia.

Reporting general marine pollution helps us to respond quickly to an incident to minimise damage to the environment.

Transfer, suspend or revoke a certificate or approval for a domestic commercial vessel. You may need to transfer the certificate or approval when you sell or purchase a vessel.

The Pacific Quest was found guilty of discharging an oily mixture from a ship into the sea near Border Island, Queensland on 25 December 2002.

All ships must follow the requirements of MARPOL Annex V when discharging cargo residue.