AMSA surveyors will be using the checklist below when inspecting ships as part of our planned maintenance focused inspection campaign.

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.

Our search and rescue incidents from 2016–17.

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

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

This marine notice outlines AMSA’s expectations for vessel owners and operators when considering appropriate crewing, maintenance of watchkeeping standards and provision of minimum hours of rest, ensuring seafarer fitness for duty. 

On this page you can find copies of previous editions and amendments to the NSCV.

Find out how domestic commercial vessels (DCVs) performed on safety, training, risk assessment and more during our focussed inspections campaign on hazardous gases.

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.

Fees related to registration on the Australian General Shipping Register and Australian International Shipping Register.

Understand the regulatory requirements under the Marine Safety (Domestic Commercial Vessels) National Law 2012 (National Law) for unpowered barges.

This feedback report summarises submissions on proposed changes to NSCV C1 – Wheelhouse visibility, escape, accommodation and personal safety.

Our regulatory program is prepared annually and contains details of planned and completed changes to our regulatory instruments.

Accredited government and private surveyors, and recognised organisations who are qualified to conduct surveys on domestic commercial vessels.

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

AMSA surveyor’s will be using the checklist below when inspecting ships as part of our livestock ships focused inspection campaign.

Dispersants can be effective response tools. Use of dispersants is dependent on many factors including timing, properties of the oil, and logistics.

Replace your lost or damaged certificate, or get a new certificate after updating your personal details.

AMSA approved training organisations currently delivering the fire prevention and fire fighting—basic training.

AMSA approved Training Organisations currently delivering the personal survival techniques for international qualifications.