In this edition we talk about audits and application assessments, compass adjustment requirements, uncrewed barges and more.

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

We have released some safety guidance for commercial parasailing operators. Parasailing vessels are considered domestic commercial vessels under the National law.

In this edition, learn more about careers at AMSA and maintenance plan essentials.

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

Regulatory requirements for certificates of competency, sometimes referred to as ‘tickets’, apply to thousands of Australians working across the domestic commercial vessel (DCV) industry.

If you’re a seafarer or marine surveyor and want to apply for a skilled visa to live and work in Australia, you may need a migration skills assessment. Find out what you need to do and how to apply.

Read a transcript of the webinar 'Fatigue risk management' held 19 February 2025.

Process for registered training organisations delivering continued competence STCW courses in sea survival and fire fighting.

In this edition we give guidance on managing some of the changes mentioned in Schedule 1 of MO503, explain electrical plan approval requirements, and more.

Mark Sherriff is a former AMSA lighthouse keeper and recipient of a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) for his services to community history.

Knowledge of regulations and duties will help you navigate safely on the seas.

AMSA’s invoicing process is changing. From 1 March 2022, all invoices for AMSA must be emailed as a PDF attachment to our new centralised email address (invoices@amsa.gov.au) for automated processing. This will ensure invoices are processed more quickly for payment.

We have read and answered your questions about the new requirements for domestic commercial vessels that carry passengers.

How to manage a deceased estate with AMSA.

We have a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the China Maritime Safety Administration (China MSA).

If you are looking to purchase a vessel and would like to know the current ownership details or you need detailed information on a registered ship, a title extract will provide this information.