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.

This policy has been superseded by the 2018 Compliance and enforcement policy.

We have a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the International Maritime Organization (IMO).

Use this form to order AMSA brochures, MARPOL placards and stickers, free of charge.

AMSA is committed to safe and clean seas. AMSA, on behalf of Australia, is responsible for the implementation of numerous international conventions and codes to which Australia is a signatory.

Fees associated with the delivery of the accredited marine surveyor scheme and applications for an equivalent means of compliance.

A video tutorial on claiming a survey in the MARS system, for the use of marine surveyors in Australia.

Before you begin operating your vessel, you must follow our requirements.

The mooring snagged on an unseen underwater object and the chain was pulled out of the bow roller and down the side of the vessel. The vessel capsized with no resulting injuries.

Our website is the fastest and easiest way to apply, renew, and pay for your certificate.

Details about the Registered training organisation delivered revalidation courses for Masters, Deck and Engineer officers.

Read about the panel of experts that helps advise on the National Standard for Commercial Vessels.

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

Consultation on alternatives to carrying a float-free EPIRB for vessels less than 7.5 metres closed on 28 February 2019.

Find out how domestic commercial vessels (DCVs) performed on safety, crew training, incident reporting and more during our focussed inspections campaign on towage operations.