The Fixed Wing Aerial Dispersant Capability (FWADC) continues to function as a jointly funded capability in partnership with the Australian Marine Oil Spill Centre (AMOSC).

As manager of Australia’s National Plan, we have a fixed wing aerial dispersant capability as a key component of Australia’s capacity to respond to oil spills in the marine environment.

AMSA is committed to safe and clean seas. AMSA, on behalf of Australia, is responsible for the implementation of numerous international conventions and codes to which Australia is a signatory.

AMSA conducted a focused inspection campaign (FIC) on domestic commercial vessel construction barges from 1 May to 30 June 2022.

Find forms you might need to make sure you hold the right qualifications.

All ships of 5,000 gross tonnage and above engaged in international voyages must collect data on fuel consumption, distance travelled and hours underway.

Reporting general marine pollution helps us to respond quickly to an incident to minimise damage to the environment.

Find guidance notices for all domestic certificates

This guide defines the ships that may be registered and the conditions of registration.

Tell us what you think about our draft Heritage Strategy 2022-2025.

We are making changes to Marine Order 504 (Certificates of operation and operation requirements – national law) 2018 (Marine order 504) to clarify requirements for monitoring and accounting for passengers on domestic commercial vessels.

We want to know what you think about proposed changes to air pollution regulations.

We are seeking feedback on the draft Wilsons Promontory Lighthouse heritage management plan.

We welcome your views on the marking of fishing gear and reporting lost or discharged fishing gear, to inform Australia's position on proposed new international requirements.

The establishment of Australia's search and rescue (SAR) response system.

If you are a supervisor or qualified person working in the Australian maritime industry, you will need to observe and sign off a seafarer using a task book.

How to find out about maritime skilled migration to Australia.

If you submit an incomplete application, we will not progress your application for a domestic commercial vessel permission or approval.