This Marine Notice reminds vessel masters, owners and operators about the coastal pilotage requirements that apply within the Great Barrier Reef and Torres Strait, as prescribed in Marine Order 54 (Coastal pilotage) 2014 (MO54).

We sought feedback on proposed changes to Marine Order 25 (Equipment – lifesaving) 2014 (MO25). MO25 sets out requirements for carrying and testing life-saving equipment and recovering people from water.

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 safety and medical equipment you need will depend on your vessel and operation.

Our SAR observer program trains SES volunteers to look for signs of people in distress from the air.

Members of our executive and leadership team who are appointed according to our relevant laws.

On 19 November 2020, a class 3B fishing vessel grounded on a beach after the master and two deckhands, fell asleep. The investigation identified that there was no clear procedure for standing watch. Fatigue also contributed to the poor decisions made by the crew around who was supposed to be on watch that morning.

We represent Australia in international organisations on maritime, aviation and search and rescue issues.

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.

Standards for class 1 fast craft operating in sheltered waters or under 35m in equivalent length.

You may be able to operate temporarily below the minimum crewing requirements that apply to your vessel.

The search and rescue (SAR) satellite system we use in the Australian SAR region.

Read about the skills and knowledge you’ll learn in a near coastal certificate course.

Vessels refused access to Australian ports and vessels given warnings in relation to serious deficiencies.

Our approach to comply with the Marine Safety (Domestic Commercial Vessel) National Law 2012 from 1 July 2018 to 30 June 2019.

AMSA port State control inspectors will be using the checklist below when inspecting ships as part of our cargo securing focused inspection campaign. Use this checklist to prepare for the inspection, and to help you ensure your cargo is secure. Below is a sample of the focused inspection campaign checklist.

Requirements for carrying an automatic identification system (AIS) are specified in marine orders.