In this edition we talk about Draft instruction for ultrasonic thickness measurement for metallic vessels, Transitional requirements, Proposed changes to SAGM Pt 2 Stability booklets and more

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We have approved these courses if you want to qualify for a certificate under international training conventions.

This program of regulatory activities was completed during the 2017–2018 financial year.

Defining a 'novel vessel', their requirements, and pathways to certify them.

If you are a Traditional Inhabitant of the Torres Strait and use your TIB to catch seafood and sell it, your boat is being used as a domestic commercial vessel. This page explains what that means, when you can use the TIB-specific exemption, and the steps you must follow to operate safely and legally.

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These general exemptions are now superseded or repealed. Superseded and repealed exemptions may affect how the national system works for you.

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.

Safeguard your vessel and operation with an active maintenance plan.

We sought feedback on proposed changes to Marine Order 53 (Vessels in polar waters) 2016 (MO53). The changes will ensure the marine order aligns with the new requirements following amendments to SOLAS and the Polar Code.

AMSA occasionally seeks help and support from private companies to deliver its Search and Rescue (SAR) services.

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

Search for a registered ship on the Australian General and International Shipping Registers.

This consultation feedback report is based on submissions to us via an online form and Facebook.

The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) is the main international convention for addressing ship sourced pollution.