Plastic 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.
This marine order was repealed on 1 November 2019 and has been captured in Marine Order 31. Requirements for survey, certification and operations of Government vessels.
We will be closed between 5 pm AEDT Wednesday 24 December 2025 and 8 am AEDT Friday 2 January 2026. Seafarer certification services will pause over this period.
AMSA has released the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) Annual Report 2024, offering a detailed overview of MLC complaints and data received about seafarer living and working conditions in Australian waters.
This exemption is for people who want to work on a domestic commercial vessel being used for a wildlife or other sightseeing operation in inland waters.
AMSA 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.
Stability hazards remain a significant safety issue. Small changes to your vessel — like adding gear, modifying tanks, or shifting weight — can affect your vessel’s stability. What seems minor could put your crew at serious risk.