Apply for an endorsement that allows you to command and operate the engines of a vehicular ferry-in-chains attached to the shore by cable.

The National Plan for Maritime Environmental Emergencies (National Plan) is managed under governance arrangements which ensure accountability, coordination and integration with stakeholders.

The 275th meeting of the Board was held on Wednesday, 24 September 2025, in Canberra, ACT.

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.

If you're planning to bring a vessel to Australia, or take a domestic commercial vessel (DCV) on an overseas voyage, you need to comply with Australian regulations and international standards.  

A contractor working on a vessel fell into the water whilst disembarking due to the gap between the wharf and the vessel.  A safe means of access to the vessel was not provided.

Our AMSA Connect team are ready to assist you over the phone, by email, or at one of our regional offices.

The purpose of this marine notice is to inform shipowners, operators, masters, crews, recognised organisations and marine pilots that the Australian Hydrographic Office (AHO) has ceased printing some nautical publications.

Our regulatory program is prepared annually and contains details of planned and completed changes to our regulatory instruments.

This policy has been superseded by the 2018 Compliance and enforcement policy.

Guidance on revalidating Australian certificates of competency and proficiency issued in compliance with the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW).

We sought feedback on proposed changes to Marine Order 57 (Helicopter operations). The proposed updates will ensure the marine order remains current and gives effect to new international requirements.

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

Get your Rating certificate of proficiency revalidated before it expires.

As a statutory authority, we work with the guidance of legislation.

Download a list of DCVs that hold a certificate of survey or exemption here.

Anyone can report a marine safety concern to us.

Standards for vessels used for special work.