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- ISM Code certification guidelines for regulated Australian vesselsThe guidelines describe how the International management code for the safe operation of ships and for pollution prevention (ISM code) is applied, the certification process and the responsibilities of AMSA personnel.Last updated: 08/22/2023
- AboutAs Australia’s national regulatory body, we promote the safety and protection of our marine environment and combat ship-sourced pollution. We provide the infrastructure for safety of navigation in Australian waters, and maintain a national search and rescue service for the maritime and aviation sectors.Last updated: 01/19/2023
- Have your say—lifejacket wear requirements on domestic commercial vessels 2021/2022We are taking action to improve safety by proposing to make it mandatory to wear a lifejacket on certain domestic commercial vessels.Last updated: 09/12/2023
- Maritime Labour Convention—2020 Annual ReportThis report presents an analysis of MLC complaints, compliance and follow up actions undertaken by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) in Australia. The data represents 2020 statistics, with a comparison to the previous four years.Last updated: 07/08/2021
- AMSA 234Operate a non-shipborne AIS (base station or AtoN) (form 234)
Use this form to apply for a licence to operate a non-shipborne automatic identification system (AIS) in Australian waters. This includes:
Last updated: 04/09/2025 - Cost Recovery Implementation Statement for 2025-26 BudgetProvision of infrastructure and regulation to support safe ship navigation in Australian waters, environmental marine protection, seafarer and ship safety, and related marine services 2025-26.Last updated: 07/01/2025
- Seafarer welfareIn Australia, the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC) is implemented primarily through the Navigation Act 2012 and associated delegated legislation such as Marine Order 11 (Living and working conditions on vessels). We inspect vessels, develop seafarer welfare guidance and programs, and process complaints under the MLC. We are responsible for investigating seafarer health and safety issues on prescribed vessels engaged in trade on international or interstate voyages. Also see the Australian Seafarers' Welfare CouncilLast updated: 02/26/2024
- Coxswain grade 3 near coastalLearn about the Coxswain Grade 3 near coastal certificate, including which vessels it lets you operate, how to qualify and apply.Last updated: 07/02/2025
- AMSA 579Application for non-survey vessel (form 579)
You can use this form to:
Last updated: 10/30/2025 - AMSA 566Application to vary a vessel certificate or approval (form 566)
Important: Submit your form by 31 October
We’re moving to a new system. If you've started or saved a form, it won’t be available after 31 October 2025.Last updated: 07/30/2025 - Annual Report 2015-16In 2015-16 we continued to progress many initiatives across our areas of operation: vessel and seafarer safety, search and rescue, marine environment protection, and navigation safety.Last updated: 09/07/2020
- Carriage of ammonium nitrate of class 5.1 and class 9 to and from AustraliaReminding all ship owners, ship operators and masters of the requirements for the safe carriage of ammonium nitrate on board ships with a particular emphasis on the carriage in Flexible Intermediate Bulk Containers (FIBC).Last updated: 07/09/2020
Princess Anne Marie, 14 July 1975On 14 July 1975 the Marine Operations Centre in Canberra was alerted that the oil tanker Princess Anne Marie had sustained a large crack in its hull approximately 300 miles off Western Australian.Last updated: 11/09/2020- Extension to survey dateIf special circumstances mean that you require an extension of time for your vessel's periodic survey, you can make an application under for Marine Safety (Periodic survey, equipment certification and compass adjustment) Exemption (Exemption 06).Last updated: 01/05/2021
- Focus on pollution prevention – domestic commercial vessel education campaignAMSA 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.Last updated: 01/18/2023
- Who we areWe are Australia's national agency responsible for maritime safety, protection of the marine environment, and maritime aviation search and rescue.Last updated: 10/09/2019
- Offshore renewable energy infrastructure policyThis policy provides guidance to developers on how to ensure safe navigation in and around offshore renewable energy infrastructure (OREI).Last updated: 03/26/2024
- AMSA Board CharterThis Charter sets out the roles, responsibilities of the Board of the Australian Maritime Safety AuthorityLast updated: 07/14/2025
- AMSA’s delegation and authorisation arrangementsAMSA has arrangements in place to enable specified positions within the organisation to exercise a function, power or duty assigned to the Chief Executive Officer under marine safety and environmental protection of the sea legislation.Last updated: 08/29/2025