Ships registered on the Australian general shipping register have Australian nationality.

A Ship Energy Efficiency Management Plan (SEEMP) is a ship-specific plan to improve the energy efficiency of a ship.

In this edition we talk about Lightship declarations and the law, new surveyor accreditation guidance manual part 2 now available and electrical issues able to be identified by non-electrical periodic surveyors.

You can submit your completed Seafarer form 419 or Certificate of competency application form 426 at participating Australia Post retail outlets.

A safety management system (also referred to as an SMS) is a systematic approach to managing safety.

Preventing and suppressing acts of piracy and armed robbery against ships.

Transfer, suspend or revoke a certificate or approval for a domestic commercial vessel. You may need to transfer the certificate or approval when you sell or purchase a vessel.

We authorise and audit vessel traffic service (VTS) providers in Australia.

Keeping a radio watch saves lives. Use this guidance to set up your radio watchkeeping process and comply with Marine Order 504.

How to calculate and record your sea service for a near coastal certificate of competency.

We have approved these courses if you want to qualify for a certificate under international training conventions.

Check current fees for STCW certificates, assessments and related services. All fees are in Australian dollars (AUD).

In this edition we look at the most common reasons for certificate of survey refusal.

This program of regulatory activities was completed during the 2017–2018 financial year.

Look out for marine fauna and report any collisions.

All regulated Australian vessels must have a minimum safe crewing determination (MSCD). Find out how to prepare your crewing arrangement, check qualifications, and submit your application or renewal.

Jobs with purpose - learn more about exciting careers at AMSA.

Learn the differences between general and direct supervision

Operators of Regulated Australian Vessels (RAV) and Foreign Vessels, as well as the shippers of livestock, have obligations when loading and transporting livestock from Australia.