News and media releases

Discover the latest developments and news updates from AMSA. See our information for journalists and members of the media.

Search continues today for missing plane

Published 20/04/2015

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) is continuing the search today for an overdue single engine aircraft near Gympie in Queensland.

AMSA continues search for missing plane

Published 19/04/2015

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) continues to coordinate a search for an overdue single engine aircraft to the north west of Gympie, Queensland.

AMSA seeks public help in search for missing plane

Published 19/04/2015

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) is coordinating a search for an overdue single engine aircraft to the north west of Gympie, Queensland.

Search to continue tomorrow for missing plane

Published 19/04/2015

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) will continue the search tomorrow (Monday, 20 April) for an overdue single engine aircraft north west of Gympie in Queensland.

AMSA recognises Royal Australian Navy marine technician training

Published 17/04/2015

The Royal Australian Navy's high standards of training have been recognised, with the Australian Maritime Safety Authority providing equivalence for RAN marine technicians to meet competency requirements for the Australian domestic commercial vessel fleet.

Search for man overboard concluded

Published 15/04/2015

A search for a man overboard from a bulk carrier, east of Fraser Island in Queensland, has been suspended at last light today following an extensive search operation and supporting expert medical advice.

Joint Media Release: Hazardous and Noxious Substance (HNS) incident response capability

Published 14/04/2015

In a maritime environmental emergency having access to accurate, real time information is vital to mounting an effective response.

AMSA coordinates rescue of pair after light air crash

Published 02/04/2015

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has coordinated the rescue of two people after their light aircraft crashed south west of Camden in New South Wales.

Beacon key in Tasmanian search and rescue

Published 27/02/2015

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) coordinated the search and rescue of two people on board a recreational vessel, which ran aground near Cape Barren in Tasmania.

Search concludes for overdue aircraft in North Queensland

Published 11/02/2015

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has concluded the search for the missing pilots of two overdue ultralight aircraft south of Townsville.

Updated disposal options for unwanted beacons

Published 05/02/2015

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) is urging owners of emergency beacons to dispose of their unwanted beacons correctly.

AMSA bans vessel from Australian ports for 12 months

Published 31/01/2015

For the first time, the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has banned a vessel from entering or using any port in Australia for 12 months.

National Domestic Surveyor Accreditation Scheme now in place

Published 29/01/2015

Domestic marine surveyors will now be accredited under a national system run by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA).

AMSA leading program to strengthen search and rescue capabilities in Indian Ocean region

Published 27/01/2015

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) commenced its Search and Rescue (SAR) Capability Partnership Program this week with counterpart agencies in Sri Lanka, the Maldives and Mauritius.

Disabled vessel under tow by Gladstone tug

Published 13/01/2015

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) continues to coordinate the response to a general cargo vessel experiencing mechanical issues near the Great Barrier Reef.

AMSA Update: Towline established for disabled vessel in Qld

Published 12/01/2015

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) is coordinating the response to a general cargo vessel, experiencing mechanical issues near the Great Barrier Reef.

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Coastal volunteers making a world of difference

Published 23/05/2019

As the world’s biggest island nation, Australia is custodian of 60,000 kilometres of magnificent coastline.

Volunteer rescuers making a world of difference

Published 23/05/2019

When AMSA receives a distress call we look to see what assets are best placed to respond quickly.

SMS Workshops—making your SMS work for you

Published 20/05/2019

For owners, operators and crew of domestic commercial vessels who want to improve and build on their safety management system.

Stay alert for phone scams

Published 20/05/2019

If you receive an automated call pretending to be from AMSA—it is a scam. We do not use automated calling.

Nominate for the 2019 Australian Search and Rescue Awards

Published 16/05/2019

Andrew Self is no stranger to displaying courage and bravery by risking his own life to save others.

AMSA attends 20th APHoMSA and Korea Maritime Week 2019

Published 03/05/2019

The 20th session of the Asia-Pacific Heads of Maritime Safety Agencies (APHoMSA) forum was held in Seoul, Republic of Korea from 14–17 April 2019.

Working boats issue 15 is now available

Published 30/04/2019

Safety, sustainability and environment.

AMSA update April edition

Published 30/04/2019

Have you read our latest newsletter?

Cape Naturaliste’s big reveal weeks away

Published 24/04/2019

Lighthouse restoration works includes full repaint

Search and rescue exercise in the Cathedral Range state park

Published 23/04/2019

Last week, we organised a search and rescue exercise involving the rescue of a hiker.

Boat shows and maritime industry events for 2019

Published 18/04/2019

We hope to see you in 2019

Facebook, Twitter, Linkedin and Youtube icons over graphic blue shapes

Connect with us on social media

Published 11/04/2019

Want to keep up to date with what is happening in the world of maritime safety? Connect with us on your favourite social media platform for daily updates.

Bottom of the Port State control report 2018 cover. Collage of port photo and geometric designs.

Port State control Australia 2018 report

Published 02/04/2019

The 2018 PSC report demonstrates AMSA’s PSC regime is exerting a positive influence on the quality of vessels arriving in Australia.

Changes to shipping registration legislation come into effect on 1 April 2019

Published 01/04/2019

Changes have been made to shipping registration laws and some of these changes may impact you.

Hutchwilco lifejacket recall

Published 01/04/2019

Lifejacket manufacturer Hutchwilco is recalling its ‘Fisher Vest’ lifejacket.

Makeover for Australia’s tallest lighthouse

Published 25/03/2019

Work underway at King Island’s mighty Cape Wickham Lighthouse.

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2020 Search and rescue awards

Published 29/09/2020

The winners of the 2020 Search and rescue awards have been announced.

Bulk carrier detained in Brisbane for unpaid wages

Published 11/09/2019

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has detained the Hong Kong-flagged bulk carrier MV...

2019 Australian Search and Rescue Awards

Published 11/09/2019

We are pleased to announce this year’s recipients of the National Search and Rescue Council’s...

Search suspended for missing helicopter

Published 09/09/2019

At about 1815 on Friday 6 September the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) was contacted...

Have your say—Safety of navigation and radio equipment

Published 04/09/2019

We want your feedback on proposed changes to safety of navigation and radio equipment.

Have your say—Vessel reporting systems

Published 04/09/2019

We want your feedback on proposed changes to vessel reporting systems.

AMSA update August edition

Published 02/09/2019

Catch up on maritime news this month.

More SMS Workshop locations announced

Published 28/08/2019

When was the last time you reviewed your vessel’s safety management system?

Have your say—safety on passenger vessels

Published 26/08/2019

Over the next eight weeks we want to hear what you think about enhancing safety management on...

Fishing for safety video release

Published 22/08/2019

We are pleased to announce the official release of the video Fishing for Safety: Creating a Safety...

People in maritime—Senior Constable Jodie Rowell

Published 22/08/2019

For this edition of people in maritime, we talk to Senior Constable Jodie Rowell.

People in maritime—Megan Arnott

Published 19/08/2019

Another article in our series of people in maritime. This time we talk to Megan Arnott who started...

July incident report

Published 19/08/2019

Nine serious incidents were reported during July 2019.

Tender now open for YM Efficiency salvage

Published 09/08/2019

Preparations are underway to secure a contract for recovery of containers that fell overboard...

Opening of our Coffs Harbour office

Published 09/08/2019

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development, Michael...

Tender process starts for YM Efficiency container salvage operation

Published 09/08/2019

AMSA has taken the next step in the ongoing battle to clean-up containers lost overboard from the...

IMO Secretary-General visits Australia

Published 07/08/2019

We were honoured last week to host a visit from Mr Kitack Lim, the International Maritime...

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