We are the Australian Government agency responsible for implementing the 1 January 2020 low sulphur fuel regulation as set out in the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL).

The Red Ensign Group Yacht Code Part A updates the Red Ensign Group Large Yacht Code (LY3 Code) and applies to yachts and training vessels, carrying not more than 12 passengers, and details the conventions these vessels must comply with in Australia.

Find out about purchasing, keeping and maintaining your beacon.

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.

When completing a bunker delivery note, you will need to include specific details.

How to calculate your sea service in trailer hopper suction dredgers operating in ports, inshore and in limited near coastal areas.

List of Certificate of safety training (full course) organisations

AMSA has worked with industry to develop a nationally consistent and simplified qualifications framework for Australians working across the domestic commercial vessel industry.

Consultation on Marine Order 47 closed on 1 July 2019.

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

AMSA surveyor’s will be using the checklist below when inspecting ships as part of our livestock ships focused inspection campaign.

If you are serving or have served in the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) as a Maritime Warfare Officer, this information explains how to qualify for an International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarer (STCW) certificate of competency for a: Chief mate Master less than 3000 GT Master

All domestic commercial vessels must have a certificate of survey unless exempt.

If Option (d) of the eligibility criteria for the Coxswain Grade 3 NC certificate is selected, the declaration form AMSA 1882 must be completed and lodged with AMSA.

Consultation on marine order 31 is closed.

We want to know what you think about safety and emergency arrangements.

We consulted you about vessel reporting systems.

We use marine orders to explain and implement the legislative requirements for the maritime industry. Find out about the conventions and standards that marine orders explain.