If you are an Australian seafarer, you can use an AMSA approved task book to record your sea service, training and experience on board a vessel.

This applies to approved Registered training organisations (RTOs) delivering International Maritime Organisation’s (IMO) Standards of Training Certification and Watchkeeping training leading to a certificate of competency.

On 29 October 1981 the 213-metre 16,336 gross tonnage Ro-Ro container vessel, Anro Asia, grounded near the northern tip of Bribie Island while entering Moreton Bay.

Poorly secured containers can put lives at risk, damage the environment and cost millions. Find out how safe stowage practices keep cargo on board and help protect lives, livelihoods and the industry.

All vessel owners need to do a risk assessment to work out what medical and first aid equipment to carry. Class 1, 2 and 3 survey vessels have minimum medical and first aid equipment they are required to carry.

This marine notice advises ship operators and owners of the hazards of transporting battery-powered electric vehicles (BEVs).

Our register disclosing gifts and benefits

In this edition, learn more about the new NSCV C2 and Marine Order 97.

Preventing and suppressing acts of piracy and armed robbery against ships.

The National Plan uses a risk based approach to reduce the impact of maritime environment emergencies.

Do a lifejacket risk assessment. Your safety, and the safety of your passengers and crew, depends on it. Wearing a lifejacket can help prevent a tragic incident.

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

The following definitions explain the terms used specifically in the Maritime Training (MT) series documents for Registered training organisations (RTOs)

On 20 May 1988 bulk carrier Korean Star grounded in the vicinity of Cape Cuvier within the port limits of Carnarvon, Western Australia.

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

Overview of the international and domestic legislation and standards that apply in Australia.

Our role in working with the offshore industry.