We are responsible for approving coastal pilotage training providers and courses.

Most services for operators and crew of domestic commercial vessels are now provided by us instead of the Northern Territory Department of Infrastructure, Planning and Logistics.

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

A charter fishing vessel proceeding to a fishing spot began experiencing progressively worsening weather conditions and water ingress. Despite the owner’s warning prior to departure and passenger complaints, the master continued to the fishing destination. Strong winds and waves hampered anchoring, with water accumulating on deck through the transom door to the point of flooding. The vessel’s EPIRB was deployed, and a rescue helicopter attended, winching the master and passengers to safety.

Knowledge of regulations and duties will help you navigate safely on the seas.

A summary list of major historical oil spill incidents.

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

Mohammed Taslim is passionate about marine education in the Pacific and has his sights set on promoting e-learning study for seafarers in Fiji in the not-too-distant future.

The purpose of this marine notice is to inform cruise vessel masters and operators of AMSA’s policy on limiting sulphur emissions from cruise vessels when at berth in the port of Sydney Harbour.

The cargo ship Pacific Adventurer lost upwards of 270 tonnes of heavy fuel oil when holed on its port side while en route to Brisbane from Newcastle.

A Satellite-Based Augmentation System (SBAS) is now available in the Australia and New Zealand region.

Learn the differences between general and direct supervision

Find out what the Maritime Labour Convention 2006 (MLC) covers and how it's implemented in Australia.

This service charter sets out the standard of service you can expect to receive from the Australian Maritime Safety Authority.

If you are looking to purchase a vessel and would like to know the current ownership details or you need detailed information on a registered ship, a title extract will provide this information.