1 July 2023 – 30 June 2024 - xlsx

An index to guide you through the supporting documents for the National Plan.

The 273rd meeting of the Board was held on Wednesday, 25 June 2025 in Canberra, ACT.

Our Board is appointed by the Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government.

Ships registered on the Australian general shipping register have Australian nationality.

ECDIS familiarisation ensures that master and navigating officers are familiar with the specific make and model of the ECDIS equipment onboard (including backup) before taking charge of a navigational watch.

Make electrical safety a priority. Reduce the risk of electrical fire from batteries and electrical installations on your vessel.

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

We are Australia’s national maritime safety regulator for domestic commercial vessels that operate within Australian waters.

The purpose of this marine notice is to draw attention to the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) non-mandatory revised guidelines for the reduction of underwater radiated noise from shipping to address adverse impacts on marine life. 

Just before midnight on 24 January 2006, approximately 25 tonnes of heavy fuel oil was spilt from the bulk carrier Global Peace while berthing at the RG Tanner Coal loading facility in Gladstone in Queensland.

Find out how to complete the Coxswain Grade 3 declaration (AMSA form 1882) and the on-water tasks required.

For vessels in distress or in need of assistance there can be, at times, a need to find an appropriate ‘place of refuge’, where steps can be taken to stabilise or repair the vessel and prevent the situation from worsening.

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.

Learn the differences between general and direct supervision

Find out about the process of obtaining a near coastal certificate.

In this edition we explain correct and incorrect use of conditions.