AMSA will close from 5 pm AEDT Wednesday 24 December 2025, re-opening on Friday 2 January 2026. Our search and rescue team will continue to operate every day (24/7). See which services are affected.

Pollution response

We cooperate with state and territory agencies, and industry stakeholders to respond to pollution incidents. Our capabilities include the use of specialised equipment, oil spill remediation and prosecution of the perpetrators.

Pollution investigation

When there is a discharge of oil, a hazardous substance, garbage, sewage, or air emissions that is prohibited by law, AMSA or State and Territory agencies, can investigate.

Response resources

Find out about how we monitor oil spills and manage the use of dispersants before, during and after pollution incidents.

Response tools and capabilities

We provide support tools and capabilities, including spill trajectory modelling, and National Environmental Maritime Operations (NEMO), for marine pollution response.

Pollution science technical references

We provide a range of technical references to support research and development, relevant to Australian interests. This includes research articles, science and technical information.

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