Fees related to registration on the Australian General Shipping Register and Australian International Shipping Register.

In the early afternoon of 30 May 2022, a hire and drive sailing catamaran began to take on water before sinking shortly after departing the marina. Onboard was the charterer, their family and a briefer who was in control of the vessel. The investigation established that following recent maintenance, an inspection plate had not been replaced, allowing water ingress. It was further identified that the charter company’s maintenance procedures did not suitably document handing over and/or tagging of removed items during maintenance work.

Vessels refused access to Australian ports and vessels given warnings in relation to serious deficiencies.

Search for a registered ship on the Australian General and International Shipping Registers.

Advice to vessel owners and masters for the Focused Inspection Campaign (FIC) on passenger (class 1) vessel tenders in Western Australia and Northern Territory.

Alerts the maritime industry to findings of two recent accident investigations conducted by the Australian Transport Safety Bureau and the New Zealand Transport Accident Investigation Commission.

Use this form to order AMSA brochures, MARPOL placards and stickers, free of charge.

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

You may need to pay a fee, levy or charge, depending on what action you need to do. Find out about our current levies, fees, and payment options.

Use this form to order AMSA brochures, MARPOL placards and stickers, free of charge.

Fees associated with the delivery of the accredited marine surveyor scheme and applications for an equivalent means of compliance.

Check current fees for STCW certificates, assessments and related services. All fees are in Australian dollars (AUD).

These fees are for certificates of competency, certificates of operation, certificates of survey, the surveyor accreditation scheme, and National Law exemptions.