Apply for acceptance on the oil spill control agents register.

We are seeking your feedback on proposed changes to Marine Order 47 (Offshore Industry Units).

The purpose of this marine notice is to draw attention to the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) Recommendations for the carriage of plastic pellets by sea in freight containers, which were released on 19 April 2024.

The following statistics relate to the complaints received by AMSA since we issued Marine notice 04/2020 (expired 30 September 2020) and Marine notice 10/2020 (expired 28 February 2021).

This marine notice highlights the need for shipowners, operators, masters and crews to ensure safe working arrangements are in place for any work involving height and the risk of falling.

The provision of adequate port waste reception facilities for ship-generated waste is vital to preventing marine pollution.

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

We are responsible for handling health and safety issues for personnel on prescribed ships that are engaged in trade or commerce on international and domestic voyages.

Why you need a maritime mobile service identity (MMSI), and how to apply for one.

As the national standard is updated, generic equivalent standards (GES) are being superseded.

A summary of discharge standards under MARPOL and local regulations if you are operating your vessel in Australian waters.

This edition outlines an upcoming campaign on plan approval documentation and fire safety, initial survey recommendations and more.

Your New Zealand seafarer qualifications allow you to gain a Certificate of recognition for your qualification in Australia.

All regulated Australian vessels must have a minimum safe crewing determination (MSCD). Find out how to prepare your crewing arrangement, check qualifications, and submit your application or renewal.

Guidance for calculating your sea service equivalence if you are a Royal Australian Navy (RAN) Rating (specialist seaman department), Maritime Warfare Officer (Maritime Warfare department) or RAN Leading Seaman, Petty Officer, Chief Petty Officer or Warrant Officer (Marine Engineering or Electrical Technical department).

We have issued an updated marine notice for Under Keel Clearance Management (UKCM) in Torres Strait. This notice outlines the management framework, summarises the responsibilities and reminds all coastal pilots transiting ships when they are required to use the Under Keel Clearance Management (UKCM) system.

This feedback report summarises submissions we received on the proposed changes to Marine Order 27.

1 July 2023 – 30 June 2024 - xlsx