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

AMSA is pleased to be a sponsor of the 2023 annual conference of the Maritime Law Association of Australia and New Zealand (MLAANZ), 4-6 October.

We have offices all around Australia. You can contact our state offices using the details below.

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

It is mandatory under Australian law for certain vessels and fixed or floating platforms to carry a garbage management plan, display placards and maintain a garbage record book.

On the evening of 29 May 2022, a commercial fishing vessel was on a voyage from Mackay to Cairns when the master noticed an auxiliary engine alarm. Upon lifting the engine room hatch, the master saw smoke and an orange glow and the engine room subsequently caught fire. The master quickly made the decision that they would not be able to fight the fire without jeopardising their safety and abandoned ship. An SMS risk assessment on appropriate crewing on a voyage greater than 12 hours duration should be undertaken in these situations.

Radiotelephones, signalling lights, EPIRBs, and satellite communications equipment.

This report provides an overview of the consultation process, key issues raised during public consultation and the key changes to the Marine Order.

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is working on global requirements for reporting lost or discharged fishing gear.

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.

On 21 August 2019, a landing barge (operated as a Class 1E and 2D) capsized while transiting from Great Mackerel Beach to Pittwater north of Sydney.

As a statutory authority, we work with the guidance of legislation.