This marine notice is to remind livestock shippers, vessel owners and operators, and the masters of livestock vessels of their obligations to provide and use accurate information in the calculation of vessel stability.

On 3 April 2010, the Shen Neng 1 was traversing a well-known shipping route south of the Douglas Shoal when it ran aground 38 nautical miles east of Great Keppel Island at about 5.30 pm.

This safety alert aims to raise awareness of the risk involved with getting on and off domestic commercial vessels.

Find safety equipment guides for class 1, 2 and 3 vessels that hold a certificate of survey.

AMSA approved Training Organisations currently delivering the personal survival techniques for international qualifications.

AMSA approved training organisations currently delivering the fire prevention and fire fighting—basic training.

AMSA approved training organisations currently delivering the security awareness training

This marine notice highlights the importance of ensuring navigation bridge visibility on all vessels sailing in Australian waters. Vessel operators, masters and navigational officers should take note of its content.

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

Procedures for STCW courses provided by Registered training organisations including e-learning, distance learning and blended learning, GMDSS ROC and short courses.

1 July 2023 – 30 June 2024 - xlsx

How to meet the medical requirements for domestic seafarer certificates

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.

Apply for acceptance on the oil spill control agents register.

The Australian states and territories work with us to coordinate an effective search and rescue (SAR) service.

Read a transcript of the webinar 'Fatigue management on domestic commercial vessels' held on 8 May 2026.

The information you provide in your incident report plays an important part in guiding the way we improve maritime safety for everybody on the water. By reporting marine incidents to us, you are also meeting your reporting obligations under Australian laws.

We’ve prepared materials to help you understand your requirements and what you need to do.