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- Memorandum of understanding with Sonic HealthPlusWe have a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Sonic HealthPlus.Last updated: 03/21/2023
- Forms for international seafarersFind forms you might need to make sure you hold the right qualifications.Last updated: 06/28/2021
- Course descriptionsDescriptions of the courses available to responders under the National Plan for Maritime Environmental Emergencies.Last updated: 07/16/2024
- MLC 2023 Annual Report - Image long descriptionsFigure 1Figure 2Figure 3Figure 5Figure 6Last updated: 05/09/2024
- History of the National PlanOn 1 October 1973, the National Plan for Maritime Environmental Emergencies (National Plan) came into operation.Last updated: 10/03/2023
- Provide us with your vessel detailsNotify AMSA that you're bringing a vessel to Australia or going on an overseas voyage.Last updated: 12/19/2023
- Exemption 44 - Marine Safety (Domestic commercial vessels—EIAPP certificate)Exemption 44 exempts owners of domestic commercial vessels (DCVs) from the requirements of Marine Order 503 (Certificates of survey–national law) 2018 to hold an engine international air pollution prevention (EIAPP) certificate in order to be issued a certificate of survey.Last updated: 12/12/2025
- Exemption 21 - Marine Safety (Operator vehicular ferry-in-chains)Under the changes to MO505, individuals can no longer apply for the ferry-in-chains exemption 21.Last updated: 06/30/2025
January 2024 marine incident report and monthly safety lessonThere were 111 reported incidents involving domestic commercial vessels in January.Last updated:
Journalist or member of the mediaAccess content you need for your news stories. For all media enquiries call +61 1300 624 633 during regular Australian business hours, or email media@amsa.gov.au. We will respond outside of business hours during search and rescue operations and emergencies.Last updated: 05/17/2021- Maritime Safety Awareness Bulletin issue 5—fatigueFatigue is a safety hazard: it needs to be managed.Last updated: 09/29/2021
Out now! Maritime Safety Awareness Bulletin issue 20—MaintenanceThe latest issue of the Maritime Safety Awareness Bulletin focuses on maintenance.Last updated: 10/03/2024- Index of marine ordersLast updated: 05/08/2025
- Tenders and contractsWe are a Commonwealth statutory authority which provides services to the Australian maritime industry. Sometimes we need to seek the help and support of private companies to deliver our services.Last updated: 07/28/2025
- 2018 monthly domestic commercial vessel incident reportsThe information you provide in your incident report plays an important part in guiding the way we improve maritime safety for everybody on the water.Last updated: 05/09/2022
- Compliance and enforcement policy 2012This policy has been superseded by the 2018 Compliance and enforcement policy.Last updated: 03/15/2021
AMSA celebrates World Environment Day on 5 June 2024!Healthy oceans are vital to safeguarding the very foundation of a healthier planet.Last updated: 06/05/2024- Focused inspection campaign – Vessel adventure rides and experiencesWe are conducting a focused inspection campaign (FIC) on vessel adventure rides and experiences from October 2023 - March 2024.Last updated: 10/27/2023
- Tide tablesTide tables and predictions for the Torres Strait and Great Barrier Reef are available from the Bureau of Meteorology.Last updated: 04/20/2021
- Find an accredited marine surveyorAccredited government and private surveyors, and recognised organisations who are qualified to conduct surveys on domestic commercial vessels.Last updated: 01/29/2026