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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How to prevent inadvertent activations of your float-free EPIRB

Published 02/03/2021

We have detected several inadvertent float-free EPIRB activations due to incorrect mounting, storage and washing down vessels.

Lastest edition of AMSA update

Published 02/03/2021

The latest edition of AMSA update is available now.

January 2021 incidents

Published 26/02/2021

Read our full report of incidents that occurred in January 2021.

Now available—seafarer certification guidance

Published 23/02/2021

We are pleased to advise that you can now download and print guidance for international certificates.

Focused inspection campaign for livestock ships

Published 22/02/2021

From 1 March to 31 August 2021, we will undertake a focused inspection campaign (FIC) on livestock ships departing Australian ports.

Former South Australia police officer helps save maritime lives

Published 18/02/2021

Watch our video of Mark Jacobs who has joined AMSA as a search and rescue office.

Webinar on proposed standard for watertight and weathertight integrity

Published 16/02/2021

West Pilbara Port Welfare Association spreads Christmas cheer

Published 05/02/2021

In December AMSA staff in Karratha, along with 15 stakeholders and local businesses involved with the West Pilbara Port Welfare Association, banded together to spread some Christmas cheer to seafarers arriving in the region’s ports.

Seafarers to return to pre-COVID-19 maximum period onboard

Published 03/02/2021

From 28 February 2021, the interim COVID arrangements which have permitted seafarers to serve longer than 11 months onboard ships will end.

AMSA update

Published 29/01/2021

The first AMSA Update edition for 2021 is available now.

Order your float-free EPIRB today

Published 27/01/2021

Stock of float-free EPIRBs is now available in Australia

December 2020 incidents

Published 22/01/2021

Read our full report of incidents that occurred in December.

Lastest edition of AMSA update

Published 20/01/2021

The latest edition of AMSA update is available now.

Focused inspection campaign—float-free EPIRBs

Published 19/01/2021

Over the period of 1 February to 30 April 2021, marine inspectors will be conducting an inspection campaign.

Modernising the standard for watertight and weathertight integrity on commercial vessels

Published 18/01/2021

Have your say on a new standard for watertight and weathertight integrity

Recommendations from the investigation into the loss of MV Conception

Published 08/01/2021

We have published a safety alert following the investigation into the loss of the passenger vessel Conception.

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Get onboard for the 2022 Vessel Traffic Services award

2022 Vessel Traffic Services award opens for nominations

Published 26/11/2021

Nominations are now open for the Australian Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) award which recognises...

Coquet Island has a new tower

Published 15/03/2021

A powerful lantern, hoisted high into view of passing ships by twenty-four metres of stainless...

Man and his dog rescued off Cairns

Published 12/03/2021

Out now! Maritime Safety Awareness bulletin—preventing container loss

Published 05/03/2021

The latest issue of the Maritime Safety Awareness bulletin focuses on the risk of losing shipping...

Float free beacon attached to the frame of a vessel

National float-free EPIRB inspection campaign delivers great results so far

Published 05/03/2021

Since 1 February 2021, AMSA inspectors have been conducting a national float-free EPIRB focused...

Shipping company and chief officer convicted for dumping garbage in Great Barrier Reef

Published 04/03/2021

Chief officer and company of a Liberian-flagged bulk carrier fined and convicted for dumping...

Lastest edition of AMSA update

Published 02/03/2021

The latest edition of AMSA update is available now.

How to prevent inadvertent activations of your float-free EPIRB

Published 02/03/2021

We have detected several inadvertent float-free EPIRB activations due to incorrect mounting,...

Tenderers sought for upcoming Port Hedland channel marker project

Published 26/02/2021

AMSA is looking for interested tenderers for an upcoming project at Port Hedland, Western Australia.

Fine and conviction for company caught operating dilapidated barge in Pittwater

Published 26/02/2021

The owner of a dilapidated barge convicted and fined $5,500 in Sydney Magistrates Court.

January 2021 incidents

Published 26/02/2021

Read our full report of incidents that occurred in January 2021.

Survivor meets life-saving AMSA aircrew at Cairns

Published 24/02/2021

Yesterday, a solo sailor who was rescued after spending several hours alone in the ocean after...

Guilty plea and conviction for master of fatal Sydney cruise

Published 23/02/2021

The master of Sydney Harbour passenger vessel, Lady Rose, has pleaded guilty and been convicted of...

Now available—seafarer certification guidance

Published 23/02/2021

We are pleased to advise that you can now download and print guidance for international...

Livestock ships under Australian inspection spotlight

Published 22/02/2021

The maintenance and operation of livestock ships exporting animals from Australia will be under the...

Focused inspection campaign for livestock ships

Published 22/02/2021

From 1 March to 31 August 2021, we will undertake a focused inspection campaign (FIC) on livestock...

Four rescued after boat capsizes near Port Stephens

Published 18/02/2021

Four recreational spear fishers were rescued this morning after their 4.8 metre vessel capsized and...

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