News and media releases

Discover the latest developments and news updates from AMSA.

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Shipping plan aims to deliver improved marine protection

Published 15/07/2019

AMSA has released the 2019 Review of the North-East Shipping Management Plan (NESMP) to enhance the protection of the Great Barrier Reef, Torres Strait and Coral Sea region.

Catamaran capsize off the Newcastle coast

Published 11/07/2019

AMSA has completed search and rescue operations following the capsize of a catamaran in rough seas off Newcastle with five people on board, including a teenage girl.

AMSA detains ship for Maritime Labour Convention breaches

Published 28/03/2019

AMSA has detained the Liberian-flagged bulk carrier Anna Elisabeth after an inspection revealed a number of deficiencies relating to the working conditions of the crew under the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC), 2006.

MV Jawan released from detention for repair voyage

Published 20/12/2018

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) released the livestock vessel MV Jawan from detention this afternoon after the vessel completed a sea trial within the Port of Portland.

MV Jawan’s Australian Certificate for the Carriage of Livestock revoked

Published 10/12/2018

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has revoked the Australian Certificate for the Carriage of Livestock (ACCL) for the Panamanian flagged livestock carrier, MV Jawan, because the vessel’s approved stability data cannot be relied upon when the vessel is loaded.

AMSA to deploy drones to assess YM Efficiency containers

Published 09/11/2018

On Thursday, 8 November, the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) signed a contract to commence operations with Remotely Operated Underwater Vehicles (ROUVs) to investigate the containers lost from the YM Efficiency.

Paramedic winches injured woman out of the cave

Rescue of solo yachtsman Abhilash Tomy in the Indian Ocean

Published 01/11/2018

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) received confirmation that the French fisheries patrol vessel, FPV Osiris successfully located and rescued Abhliash Tomy who is reported to be in a stable condition.

23 October Townsville four men rescued from life raft

Four men rescued at night after sinking off Townsville

Published 25/10/2018

In the early hours of Sunday morning, 23 October, AMSA coordinated the rescue of four people from their sinking vessel about 90 kilometres north-east of Townsville.

Rescue of French solo yachtsman, Indian Ocean

Published 23/10/2018

AMSA coordinated the search and rescue operation for a French solo yachtsman in the Indian Ocean approximately 1300 kilometres south west of Perth, Western Australia.

Update on rescue of solo yachtsman Abhliash Tomy in the Indian Ocean

Published 25/09/2018

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) received confirmation that the French fisheries patrol vessel, FPV Osiris successfully located and rescued Abhliash Tomy who is reported to be in a stable condition.

Search for solo yachtsman Abhilash Tomy in the Indian Ocean

Published 24/09/2018

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) is coordinating a multi-national search and rescue response after being notified of injured solo yachtsman Abhilash Tomy.

Float-free EPIRBs mandatory from January 2021

Published 26/07/2018

From 1 January 2021, float-free emergency position-indicating radio beacons (EPIRBs) will be mandatory on certain types of commercial vessel.

Cargo ship rescues two Australians from stricken yacht

Published 23/07/2018

The Singapore-flagged cargo ship IVS Phinda has rescued two Australian sailors this morning 370 kilometres north of Darwin.

Bulk carrier banned for underpaying crew

Published 12/07/2018

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has banned the Hong Kong-flagged bulk carrier MV Shandong Hai Wang for 12 months after it was discovered that crew had been deliberately underpaid.

MV Tobin at Yamba New South Wales in June 2018

Two arrested in Yamba and charged for operating an unseaworthy and substandard vessel

Published 29/06/2018

AMSA inspectors boarded the Australian-flagged MV Tomin in the Port of Yamba, New South Wales, on Monday and detained the vessel because AMSA suspected the vessel to be unseaworthy, substandard and a threat to the marine environment.

Ship garbage recycling pilot wraps up at Port of Brisbane

Published 20/06/2018

A pilot project to investigate the feasibility of recycling garbage from international ships has wrapped up at the Port of Brisbane. The Brisbane pilot was conducted by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA), in partnership with the Department of Agriculture and Water Resources (Agriculture) and Port of Brisbane Pty Ltd (PBPL).

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International action on marine plastics

Published 13/07/2022

We have all heard of the term ‘micro-plastics’, but the amount of plastic waste in our oceans is huge!

New requirements for Garbage Record Books

Published 13/07/2022

The IMO is working to adopt new garbage record book requirements for ships of 100 gross tonnage and above.

Domestic action on marine plastics

Published 13/07/2022

AMSA update June edition is out now

Published 06/07/2022

Find out what’s been happening this month.

AMSA launches RAP for NAIDOC Week 2022

Published 30/06/2022

AMSA is launching its first Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) as part of the 2022 NAIDOC week program.

Rottnest Island Lighthouse shines bright on World AtoN Day

Published 29/06/2022

Rottnest Island’s iconic and much-loved lighthouse is in the spotlight today to celebrate World Aids to Navigation Day.

Data drives AMSA compliance focus for 22/23FY

Published 29/06/2022

Incident and inspection data on emerging risks to safety, continues to sharpen the compliance focus of the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) with the release of its third consecutive National Compliance Plan on 1 July 2022.

International action on marine plastics

Published 29/06/2022

We have all heard of the term ‘micro-plastics’, but the amount of plastic waste in our oceans is huge!

New online webinar on construction barge safety

Published 27/06/2022

Following the success of workshops held around the country in March and May on construction barge safety, AMSA has produced a new online webinar on this very topic.

Day of the seafarer 2022

Published 22/06/2022

Our voyage – then and now, share your journey

Updated coastal pilotage marine notices

Published 21/06/2022

We have released an updated marine notice that reminds vessel masters, owners and operators about the coastal pilotage requirements that apply within the Great Barrier Reef and Torres Strait.

How to report an incident

Published 21/06/2022

It’s easy to report a marine incident.

Get on top of your garbage for World Oceans Day

Published 07/06/2022

Our oceans are a precious source of food, transport, and enjoyment. Clean, safe oceans are vital to our livelihoods, our recreation and to protect marine flora and fauna.

Order a marine incident reporting sticker

Order a sticker for your vessel

Published 06/06/2022

Reporting is essential to maritime safety as it helps paint a more informed picture of the risks affecting the industry.

AMSA update May edition is out now

Published 02/06/2022

Find out what’s been happening this month.

Guidance for managing fatigue in commercial vessel operations

Published 31/05/2022

A survey of more than 1000 crew working across a wide range of commercial vessels in Australia found a concerning knowledge gap when it came to identifying and managing fatigue.

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Have your say on the proposed changes to Marine Order 71

Published 29/03/2023

International action on marine plastics

Published 13/07/2022

We have all heard of the term ‘micro-plastics’, but the amount of plastic waste in our oceans is...

New requirements for Garbage Record Books

Published 13/07/2022

The IMO is working to adopt new garbage record book requirements for ships of 100 gross tonnage and...

Domestic action on marine plastics

Published 13/07/2022

AMSA update June edition is out now

Published 06/07/2022

Find out what’s been happening this month.

AMSA launches RAP for NAIDOC Week 2022

Published 30/06/2022

AMSA is launching its first Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) as part of the 2022 NAIDOC week...

International action on marine plastics

Published 29/06/2022

We have all heard of the term ‘micro-plastics’, but the amount of plastic waste in our oceans is...

Rottnest Island Lighthouse shines bright on World AtoN Day

Published 29/06/2022

Rottnest Island’s iconic and much-loved lighthouse is in the spotlight today to celebrate World...

Data drives AMSA compliance focus for 22/23FY

Published 29/06/2022

Incident and inspection data on emerging risks to safety, continues to sharpen the compliance focus...

New online webinar on construction barge safety

Published 27/06/2022

Following the success of workshops held around the country in March and May on construction barge...

Day of the seafarer 2022

Published 22/06/2022

Our voyage – then and now, share your journey

Updated coastal pilotage marine notices

Published 21/06/2022

We have released an updated marine notice that reminds vessel masters, owners and operators about...

How to report an incident

Published 21/06/2022

It’s easy to report a marine incident.

Get on top of your garbage for World Oceans Day

Published 07/06/2022

Our oceans are a precious source of food, transport, and enjoyment. Clean, safe oceans are vital to...

Order a sticker for your vessel

Published 06/06/2022

Reporting is essential to maritime safety as it helps paint a more informed picture of the risks...

AMSA update May edition is out now

Published 02/06/2022

Find out what’s been happening this month.

Guidance for managing fatigue in commercial vessel operations

Published 31/05/2022

A survey of more than 1000 crew working across a wide range of commercial vessels in Australia...

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