We use marine orders to explain and implement the legislative requirements for the maritime industry. Find out about the conventions and standards that marine orders explain.

You have a responsibility not to pollute the sea, and to be aware of the laws about oil and garbage pollution from vessels, including fishing vessels.

Highlights the importance of maintaining rescue boats in good working order ready for immediate use

Our privacy policy tells you how we protect and handle your personal information.

We have offices all around Australia. You can contact our state offices using the details below.

(1)  The criteria for the issue of a check pilot licence to a person are that the person: 

On 14 July 1975 the Marine Operations Centre in Canberra was alerted that the oil tanker Princess Anne Marie had sustained a large crack in its hull approximately 300 miles off Western Australian.

Find local suppliers of fuel oil in Victoria.

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

One of the most dangerous situations you can experience on a trawler is getting hooked-up. If you’re a trawler operator, knowing what you and your crew need to do can save lives.

It’s important to maintain your lifejacket according to the manufacturer’s instructions so it works when you need it.

Understand the state of the Australian maritime workforce. Find out how many domestic and international seafarers are certificated by AMSA to work in Australia.

As a regulatory body, we are required to publish a range of information about our functions and how we carry them out. We do this under the information publication scheme.

How to get a Watchkeeper deck certificate of competency if you are a Royal Australian Navy (RAN) Maritime warfare officer or Rating.

Download a list of DCVs that hold a certificate of survey or exemption here.

Using an advanced under keel clearance management (UKCM) system will reduce your chances of running aground.

Outlines the dangers of using weighted heaving lines when transferring mooring lines to tugs and shore linespersons