In this edition we explain correct and incorrect use of conditions.

Highlights the importance of maintaining rescue boats in good working order ready for immediate use

Australia’s first recorded major oil spill occurred on Saturday 28 November 1903 in Port Phillip Bay.

You have a responsibility not to pollute the sea, and to be aware of the laws about oil and garbage pollution from vessels, including fishing vessels.

Be prepared before your trip. Stay safe in the air.

Australia Bay Seafoods General Manager and career fisherman Michael O’Brien, talks to AMSA about how the tragic loss of life with the capsizing of FV Dianne and FV Cassandra prompted them to reinforce their approach to safety.

When a livestock ship, certified with an Australian Certificate for the Carriage of Livestock (ACCL), carries cattle and/or buffalo, cargo hold decks should be washed and cleaned regularly.

Chemical dispersants are one of the response tools available during oil spill responses.

The North-East Shipping Management Plan identifies actions based on information about the nature of shipping activity in the north-east region as well as the experience and knowledge of members of the North-East Water Space Management Working Group (NE WSM WG).

If you are serving or have served in the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) as a Maritime Warfare Officer, this information explains how to qualify for an International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarer (STCW) certificate of competency for a: Chief mate Master less than 3000 GT Master

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

How to calculate your sea service before you apply for a sea service assessment.

Regulatory requirements for certificates of competency, sometimes referred to as ‘tickets’, apply to thousands of Australians working across the domestic commercial vessel (DCV) industry.

Requirements for national colours of flags for Australian ships.

(1)  The criteria for issue to a person of an unrestricted pilot licence, for a stated pilotage area, are that the person: 

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

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

This marine notice aims to raise awareness of the risks involved with getting on and off vessels.

All domestic commercial vessels under the national law are required to meet design, construction, stability and equipment standards.