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.

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

We have conducted these inspection campaigns in the past, focusing on specific deficiencies and outcomes.

The North-East Shipping Management Plan (NE SMP) identifies actions based on information regarding the nature of shipping activity in the north-east region.

Under Marine Order 503 a transitional vessel is an existing vessel that has: 

Read previous AMSA update editions from 2025

This guidance assists the offshore oil and gas industry in understanding the intent of marine order 47 (Offshore industry units), made under the Navigation Act 2012.

Risk assessments help identify why, when and where lifejackets need to be worn during vessel operations. Wearing a lifejacket can help prevent a tragic incident.

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

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).

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

The FOI disclosure list describes the documents disclosed under the Freedom of Information Act, and the date of disclosure.

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Read a transcript of the webinar 'Changes to safety management systems requirements' held 19 March 2025.

Find out the requirements you need to fulfill to obtain an international endorsement.

Our scholarship program supports the development of skills in the maritime industry and builds our brand as an employer of choice.