General and practical information about the AMSA mandated practical assessment (AMPA), including how to perform the assessment.

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

We work with a range of stakeholders on education and safety in the Torres Strait.

Find local suppliers of fuel oil in New South Wales.

The information you provide in your incident report plays an important part in guiding the way we improve maritime safety for everybody on the water. By reporting marine incidents to us, you are also meeting your reporting obligations under Australian laws.

Learn about our oral exams and how to make a booking.

Find out about the process of obtaining a near coastal certificate.

The Energy Efficiency Design Index (EEDI) is a mandatory measure that promotes the use of energy efficient (less polluting) equipment and engines on new build ships.

Get your Engineer certificate of competency revalidated before it expires.

Rules and conditions for vessels declared to not be regulated Australian vessels.

Become a coastal pilot and contribute to the safety of ships in the Torres Strait and Great Barrier Reef.

On 3 December 1987 the Nella Dan ran aground in strong winds in Buckle Bay, Macquarie Island.

Our search and rescue incidents from 2017–18.

On Monday 10 July 1995, the Iron Baron chartered bulk carrier grounded on Hebe Reef at the approach to the Tamar River, northern Tasmania at 7.30 pm EST.

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

Read about the skills and knowledge you’ll learn in a near coastal certificate course.

Procedures for STCW courses provided by Registered training organisations including e-learning, distance learning and blended learning, GMDSS ROC and short courses.

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