Domestic commercial fishing vessels may transit between the exclusive economic zone (EEZ) around Norfolk island and the Australian mainland.

We have a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Papua New Guinea National Maritime Safety Authority.

If your registration certificate is lost or damaged, you will need a new one.

You must read and agree to this policy and rules of conduct before booking your exam.

During the COVID-19 pandemic many seafarers have played an essential role.

The global maritime distress and safety system (GMDSS) connects you to coast stations and vessels via satellite and radio communications when you're out at sea.

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has developed tools to support the implementation of the low sulphur fuel limit.

In this edition we talk about marine surveyor accreditation renewals, a marine safety incident and a safety recall notice.

Some vessels do not have to be surveyed. Depending on the type of vessel, you may need to apply for approval to operate.

Read previous AMSA update editions from 2024

Learn what you need to do to prepare for and take your oral exam.

Marine order 504

Oil tankers above 150 gross tonnage and other ships of 400 gross tonnage or above must record oil-relevant operations.

Recent public consultations which are now closed.

Information for ship owners and operators about the application of the Bunkers Convention in Australia.

Constructing the hull, decks, superstructures, deckhouses and bulkheads.

NOPSEMA has been working with state authorities to improve and streamline consultation practices within the offshore petroleum industry, and provide advice on regulatory requirements for offshore petroleum activities.

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

Discover how we’re tackling the challenges around Operation Recovery—YM Efficiency.