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If you are an Australian seafarer, you can use an AMSA approved task book to record your sea service, training and experience on board a vessel.

If you are an assessor from a registered training organisation (RTO) in Australia, you can validate entries in a task book if you need third party evidence of the competence of a student.

The automatic identification system (AIS) works automatically and continuously, regardless of where a vessel is located.

Become a coastal pilot and contribute to the safety of ships in the Torres Strait and Great Barrier Reef.

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has developed tools to support the implementation of the low sulphur fuel limit.

Discover how we’re tackling the challenges around Operation Recovery—YM Efficiency.

This report summarises all inspections activities for the 2022 calendar year.

These instructions for ship registration and transfer of ownership are provided for ship brokers and agents.

This agreement sets out the plan for how Australia will respond to marine pollution spills in Australian waters.

We have intergovernmental agreements with state and territory governments in Australia.

Guidance for seafarers applying for an interim certificate of competency. Once you have your interim certificate, make sure you keep it with you all the time at work.

On 20 May 1988 bulk carrier Korean Star grounded in the vicinity of Cape Cuvier within the port limits of Carnarvon, Western Australia.

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

Our policy and procedures for the operation and licensing of non-shipborne automatic identification systems (AIS).

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

Locations of the containers found from the YM Efficiency, before the salvage operation.

This marine notice highlights the obligation of shipowners, operators, masters and crew to ensure safe arrangements are in place when embarking or disembarking a vessel using a pilot ladder.

This report aims to present findings on key MLC data in Australian waters. It presents an analysis of MLC complaints, compliance and follow-up actions undertaken by AMSA in Australia for 2022. The information in this report will be used to inform the 2023-2024 National Compliance Plan.

Australian legislative requirements preventing pollution from discharge of garbage.