Australia’s aids to navigation (AtoN) network has stood for over a century, evolving and expanding with the economic development of this country and in response to advances in technological innovation, and growth in maritime trade and activity.

AMSA port State control inspectors will be using the checklist below when inspecting ships as part of our cargo securing focused inspection campaign. Use this checklist to prepare for the inspection, and to help you ensure your cargo is secure. Below is a sample of the focused inspection campaign checklist.

Find local suppliers of fuel oil in Victoria.

Small uncrewed autonomous vessels operating in C, D, or E waters.

Find out what to do to get your certificate of medical fitness.

The National Law Act, regulations, marine orders, and exemptions set out the detail of the national system.

In this edition we give guidance on managing some of the changes mentioned in Schedule 1 of MO503, explain electrical plan approval requirements, and more.

The global maritime distress and safety system (GMDSS) connects you to coast stations and vessels via satellite and radio communications when you're out at sea.

In this edition we talk about Marine Surveyor Accreditation Guidance Manual – Part 2 , we include a Case Study about Compliance action on an AMS’s accreditation and decks on domestic commercial vessels

The National Plan for Maritime Environmental Emergencies (the National Plan) was reviewed in 2023-2024. The review made 11 recommendations.

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Access AMSA safety alerts for domestic commercial vessels and the international shipping community.

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.

Australian-flagged ships which are detained by foreign port State control authorities overseas must notify AMSA.

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

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

AMSA approved training organisations currently delivering the security awareness training