Most services for operators and crew of domestic commercial vessels are now provided by us instead of Department of Transport, Western Australia.

A unique identifier—also sometimes called a unique vessel identifier—is like a number plate for your vessel.

This marine notice draws attention to the importance of providing shore leave to seafarers, for ships visiting Australian ports.

Master distraction leads to vessel grounding during sea trials

From 6 to 9 August 2018 Newcastle hosted the 27th professional development workshop of the National Plan Environment, Scientific and Technical (ES&T) Network.

Notify AMSA that you're bringing a vessel to Australia or going on an overseas voyage.

On 16 March 2022, a class 2B landing barge collided with a starboard channel marker. The investigation identified that the previous swing engineer did not inform the incoming engineer that the port main engine cooling water suction valve was shut. After getting underway, the engine began to overheat. This distracted the master from monitoring the vessel’s intended track. The vessel’s safety management system did not have an appropriate engineering handover procedure.

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) governs the agreed minimum requirements for handling and transport of cargoes and dangerous goods.

AMSA 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.

Cruise ships capable of accommodating more than 100 passengers in Sydney Harbour are required to limit emissions of sulphur oxides when berthing.