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  • Learn more about operational safety changes from 1 August 2023
    Register for a free information session online or near you
    Last updated: 08/24/2023
  • National Plan annual report—2006–2007
    During 2006-2007, there was one major shipping incident in Australian waters – the Pasha Bulker grounding off Newcastle, north of Sydney. The National Plan was also called upon to respond to 82 minor spill incidents.
    Last updated: 11/09/2020
  • National Plan annual report—2008–2009
    During 2008-2009, there were two major shipping incidents in Australian waters – the grounding of the Atlantic Eagle at Maude Reef, off Albany, Western Australia and the Pacific Adventurer incident off south-east Queensland.
    Last updated: 11/09/2020
  • National Plan year in review—2012–2013
    Whilst there were no major pollution incidents during the 2012-13 financial year, in July 2012 we completed the removal of the wreck of the MV Tycoon from Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island. The National Plan was also called upon to support state/NT agencies in responding to several minor incidents.
    Last updated: 11/09/2020
  • NP–ADV–001: National Plan volunteer management
    An advisory to assist jurisdictions prepare for the possibility that significant numbers of the public may wish to spontaneously volunteer to assist in a maritime environmental emergency.
    Last updated: 03/18/2024
  • Inspections Report 2023
    An analysis of inspections on all Australian-flagged vessels and foreign-flagged ships in Australia in 2023.
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  • Port State Control Report 2001
    This report summarises our port State control activities and reports on the performance of commercial shipping companies, flag States and Classification Societies for the 2001 calendar year.
    Last updated: 02/05/2020
  • Port State Control Report 2008
    This report summarises our port State control activities and reports on the performance of commercial shipping companies, flag States and Classification Societies for the 2008 calendar year.
    Last updated: 07/13/2020
  • Master and designated person
    Learn how to add or clarify your master and designated person responsibility statement.
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  • I am a...
    If you're not sure where to start or what you're looking for, you can start here. Choose the page that best describes you.
    Last updated: 10/27/2020
  • Port State control
    While in an Australian port, your ship may be subject to inspection. If your ship is found to have deficiencies, it may be detained until the issue is resolved.
    Last updated: 02/26/2018
  • Navigation systems
    There are a range of systems to assist you in navigating around the Australian coastline. These systems reduce the risk of collisions at sea, and track and report on movement of vessels nearby.
    Last updated: 08/14/2025
  • Maritime Labour Convention—2021 Annual report
    This report presents an analysis of MLC complaints, compliance and follow up actions undertaken by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) in Australia. The data represents 2021 statistics, with a comparison to the previous four years.
    Last updated: 03/29/2023
  • 2020 Maritime Labour Convention annual report
    This report presents an analysis of MLC complaints, compliance and follow up actions undertaken by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) in Australia. The data represents 2020 statistics, with a comparison to the previous four years.
    Last updated: 08/03/2021
  • Safety equipment
    Carrying the right safety equipment onboard your vessel could mean the difference between life and death.
    Last updated: 09/28/2022
  • AMSA 1854
    Application for an alternate survey process (form 1854)

    You must use this form to make an application for an alternate survey.

    Last updated: 09/06/2024
  • AMSA 565
    Application for approval as a final assessor (form 565)

    Use this form to be registered as an AMSA approved final assessor who is qualified to issue certificates of competency.

    Last updated: 09/05/2024
  • AMSA 779
    Application for temporary crewing permit (form 779)

    Owners and operators may use this form to apply for a temporary crewing permit for a domestic commercial vessel.

    Last updated: 08/22/2024
  • AMSA 1079
    Examination checklist for marine engine driver grade 1 near coastal (form 1079)

    Use this checklist to prepare for your oral examination for the

    Last updated: 08/16/2024
  • AMSA 1076
    Examination checklist for master less than 100 metres near coastal (form 1076)

    Use this checklist to prepare for your oral examination for the

    Last updated: 11/14/2025