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- Remote surveysInformation regarding remote survey requests for ships detained in Australia.Last updated: 02/01/2024
- Proposed changes to vessels operating in polar watersWe sought feedback on proposed changes to Marine Order 53 (Vessels in polar waters) 2016 (MO53). The changes will ensure the marine order aligns with the new requirements following amendments to SOLAS and the Polar Code.Last updated: 03/16/2026
- Maritime Safety Awareness Bulletin issue 8—marine incident reportingIn issue 8, read about marine incident reporting and the important role it plays in shaping maritime safety.Last updated: 09/29/2021
Watch now: new safety management system requirementsAMSA’s second safety management system (SMS) webinar focused on upcoming changes to SMS requirements.Last updated: 03/27/2025- Coastal pilot trainingWe are responsible for approving coastal pilotage training providers and courses.Last updated: 03/09/2025
- Marine engine driver grade 1 near coastalLearn about the MED 1 certificate, including the vessels it lets you operate, how to qualify, apply, or renew.Last updated: 03/18/2026
- Marine Engine Driver Grade 2 near coastalLearn about the MED 2 certificate, including the vessels it lets you operate, how to qualify, apply, or renew.Last updated: 07/17/2025
- New assets for Gladstone Port CorporationIn 2017 Gladstone Port Corporation (GPC) announced the arrival of its newest pilot vessel and the commencement of a new helicopter service contract.Last updated: 08/13/2020
- MLC 2023 Annual Report - Image long descriptionsFigure 1Figure 2Figure 3Figure 5Figure 6Last updated: 05/09/2024
Plastic Free July: AMSA’s action to reduce marine plasticsPlastic Free July encourages millions worldwide to reduce plastic consumption and find sustainable alternatives. As the national maritime regulator, we commit to reducing ocean plastics that harm our precious marine environment. To do this we work both internationally and at home.Last updated: 08/09/2024- Sydney Harbour cruise ship emissionsCruise ships capable of accommodating more than 100 passengers in Sydney Harbour are required to limit emissions of sulphur oxides when berthing.Last updated: 03/06/2024
- Australian legislative framework for VTSWe are responsible for leading national policy on vessel traffic services (VTS).Last updated: 10/26/2022
- 2021/07 — Responsible navigational practicesThis marine notice draws attention to responsible navigational practices which masters and officers in charge of a navigational watch on ships operating in Australian waters should follow.Last updated: 01/10/2025
- Private seafarer recruitment and placement servicesFind out which companies are registered as a private seafarer recruitment and placement service in Australia.Last updated: 01/30/2026
- 2022/06 — Coastal pilotageThis Marine Notice reminds vessel masters, owners and operators about the coastal pilotage requirements that apply within the Great Barrier Reef and Torres Strait, as prescribed in Marine Order 54 (Coastal pilotage) 2014 (MO54).Last updated: 01/10/2025
- Maritime Safety Awareness Bulletin issue 5—fatigueFatigue is a safety hazard: it needs to be managed.Last updated: 09/29/2021
- General requirements - NSCV Part BFind out about vessel categories, calculating vessel size, and read the dictionary of definitions.Last updated: 09/01/2025
- 03/2023 - Access to shore leave for seafarersThis marine notice draws attention to the importance of providing shore leave to seafarers, for ships visiting Australian ports.Last updated: 10/28/2024
- A guide to fishing vessel stability (booklet)A guide to help fishing vessel owners, operators and crew better understand how vessel stability works, and hazards to look out for.Last updated: 02/11/2026
- 07/2024 - Access to shore leave for seafarersThis marine notice draws attention to the importance of providing shore leave to seafarers, for ships visiting Australian ports.Last updated: 01/10/2025