Accurate weight declaration for cargo containers is a critical safety issue. Shippers must provide a verified gross mass for containers.

Our employees are expected to abide by the AMSA Code of conduct.

On 22 January 1982 at approximately 9 pm, the oil tanker Esso Gippsland was in the process of loading at Port Stanvac jetty, South Australia, when a large quantity of industrial fuel oil leaked from the air vent and ullage port of its no.2 starboard tank.

Complete this form to notify us about a safety concern.

For people aspiring to become accredited marine surveyors under the National Law.

Guidance on revalidating Australian certificates of competency and proficiency issued in compliance with the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW).

On Monday 26 July 1999, the crude oil tanker the MV Torungen (25 tonnes), was secured in the offshore Varanus Island Marine loading terminal, located approximately 4.2 kilometres north-east of Varanus Island, Western Australia.

Due to amendments to the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers 1978 (STCW), refresher training is required for some certificates.

Fees associated with the delivery of the accredited marine surveyor scheme and applications for an equivalent means of compliance.

As a flag State, AMSA are responsible for making sure Australian ships comply with relevant legislation/s.

We provide a range of geographic information as digital maps and spatial data sets. This visual geographic data is used to support search and rescue, pollution response, vessel tracking, and navigation in Australian waters. Some data access may require you to pay a fee.

We are responsible for approving coastal pilotage training providers and courses.

If you own or operate a domestic commercial vessel in Australia, you are required to obtain a certificate of operation before you operate the vessel.

Be prepared before your trip. Stay safe at sea.