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Fisher invents 'Kool' alternative to polystyrene cold-chain packaging

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In a small town in Far North Queensland, a local fisher and his wife have made a breakthrough in…
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Incident report March 2024: 105 incidents reported, 23 serious, 1 very serious

March 2024 marine incident report and monthly safety lesson

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There were 105 reported incidents involving domestic commercial vessels in March.
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New global garbage record book requirements

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From 1 May 2024, Australian vessels of 100 gross tonnage or above on international voyages must…
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New marine notice on reduction of underwater noise

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We have issued a new marine notice on the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) Revised
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Out now! Maritime Safety Awareness Bulletin issue 19

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The latest issue of the Maritime Safety Awareness Bulletin focuses on conditions of employment.
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February 2024 marine incident report and monthly safety lesson

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There were 111 reported incidents involving domestic commercial vessels in February.
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AMSA encourages maritime careers at expo

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On 13 March we attended the Australian Maritime College (AMC) Careers Expo in Launceston.
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Incident report January 2024: 111 incidents reported, 1 very serious, 21 serious

January 2024 marine incident report and monthly safety lesson

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There were 111 reported incidents involving domestic commercial vessels in January.
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Have your say: requirements for the carriage of industrial personnel

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We want your feedback on the draft of the new Marine Order 55 (Vessels carrying industrial…
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Have your say on updates to Part 2 of the Surveyor Accreditation Guidance Manual  

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We want to know what you think about proposed revisions to the Surveyor Accreditation Guidance…
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Government contracts open for lighthouse maintenance

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9 tender opportunities are now open on AusTender for regional maintenance, and technical support
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New limits of operational area come into effect in Tasmania

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From Saturday 23 December 2023 changes to declared areas of sheltered waters in some areas of…
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New guidance on bringing a vessel to Australia or going on an overseas voyage 

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If you are considering bringing a vessel to Australia or taking a domestic commercial vessel on an…
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79 incidents reported, 30 serious

November 2023 marine incident report and monthly safety lesson

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There were 79 reported incidents involving domestic commercial vessels in November.
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New Marine Order 27 (Safety of navigation and radio equipment) in effect 1 January 2024

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Following public consultation earlier this year, a revised Marine Order 27 relating to navigation…
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New Marine Order 12 in effect 1 January 2024

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Following public consultation earlier this year, a revised Marine Order 12 (Construction —…
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AMSA participates in Australian Seafarers’ Welfare Council meeting and Port Welfare Committee forum

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AMSA representatives recently chaired and participated in the Australian Seafarers’ Welfare Council…
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Infographic showing reporting data for October. 92 incidents reported. 2 very serious. 27 serious.

October 2023 marine incident report and monthly safety lesson

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There were 92 reported incidents involving domestic commercial vessels in October.
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Incident report January 2024: 111 incidents reported, 1 very serious, 21 serious

January 2024 marine incident report and monthly safety lesson

Published
There were 111 reported incidents involving domestic commercial vessels in January.
Read more
AMSA staff presenting at the AMC Expo

AMSA encourages maritime careers at expo

Published
On 13 March we attended the Australian Maritime College (AMC) Careers Expo in Launceston.
Read more
Incident report banner - February 2024

February 2024 marine incident report and monthly safety lesson

Published
There were 111 reported incidents involving domestic commercial vessels in February.
Read more
A seafarer looking out to the ocean

Out now! Maritime Safety Awareness Bulletin issue 19

Published
The latest issue of the Maritime Safety Awareness Bulletin focuses on conditions of employment.
Read more
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New marine notice on reduction of underwater noise

Published
We have issued a new marine notice on the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) Revised
Read more
Garbage bin on the rear of the Sydney Ferry.

New global garbage record book requirements

Published
From 1 May 2024, Australian vessels of 100 gross tonnage or above on international voyages must…
Read more
Tom Long, Co-founder and Director of TomKat KoolPak

Fisher invents 'Kool' alternative to polystyrene cold-chain packaging

Published
In a small town in Far North Queensland, a local fisher and his wife have made a breakthrough in…
Read more
Incident report March 2024: 105 incidents reported, 23 serious, 1 very serious

March 2024 marine incident report and monthly safety lesson

Published
There were 105 reported incidents involving domestic commercial vessels in March.
Read more
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Digitalisation of the maritime industry

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We support digital transformation for a safer, more efficient and sustainable maritime industry. 
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Work underway to boost recycling options for foreign ships at Australian ports

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AMSA is collaborating on a trial providing more recycling options for visiting foreign ships.
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National Maritime WHS Regulators Forum

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The National Maritime Work Health and Safety (WHS) Regulators Forum, which collaborates towards i
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Navigating Tides of Progress – National Reconciliation Week 2024

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National Reconciliation Week is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories,…
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Have your say: changes to safety management system requirements

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We are inviting feedback on proposed changes to Marine Order 504 (Certificates of operation and…
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April 2024 marine incident report

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There were 95 reported incidents involving domestic commercial vessels in April.
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Have your say: changes to living and working conditions on regulated Australian vessels

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We want your feedback on the proposed changes to Marine order 11 (Living and working conditions on…
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AMSA celebrates World Environment Day on 5 June 2024! 

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Healthy oceans are vital to safeguarding the very foundation of a healthier planet.
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United Nations World Oceans Day 2024 is Saturday 8 June

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We are celebrating World Oceans Day 2024: Catalyzing action for our ocean and climate.
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New exemption for class 4 houseboat operators

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We have put in place a new exemption allowing masters and crew of class 4 houseboats up to 24…
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