News and media releases

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

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).

Cargo ship Thorco Luna banned from Australian ports

Published 08/06/2018

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has banned the Philippines-flagged cargo ship Thorco Luna after it was detained for a third time this year for consistently failing to meet international standards.

An example of acceptable waste for recycling from the bulk carrier Corona Ace

Hay Point to pilot ship garbage recycling program

Published 09/05/2018

A pilot program has started at the Port of Hay Point to investigate the feasibility of recycling garbage from international ships. The pilot is being conducted by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA), in partnership with the Department of Agriculture and Water Resources (Agriculture), North Queensland Bulk Ports Corporation (NQBP) and Mackay Regional Council.

Update 3 and final: Search for missing gyrocopter ends

Published 20/04/2018

The search for a gyrocopter reported missing on a flight between Bundaberg and Yeppoon has concluded with the wreckage of the missing aircraft found a short time ago.

Correcting the record—Montara

Published 22/03/2018

Morning update: Search for missing helicopter pilot off Port Hedland

Published 16/03/2018

Search operations for a missing helicopter pilot off Port Hedland will resume this morning, involving four vessels, seven helicopters and AMSA’s Challenger search and rescue jet.

AMSA’s search ends for missing helicopter pilot off Port Hedland

Published 16/03/2018

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority has suspended its search operations for a missing helicopter pilot off Port Hedland. Following an extensive two-day search, there have been no sightings of the missing pilot.

Search for missing pilot after helicopter ditches off Port Hedland in WA

Published 15/03/2018

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) is coordinating a search and rescue operation about 35 kilometres north of Port Hedland in Western Australia this morning.

Update: Search for missing helicopter pilot off Port Hedland

Published 15/03/2018

Search operations for a missing helicopter pilot off Port Hedland will be suspended at last light tonight, Thursday 15 March, and will continue at first light on Friday 16 March.

Search ends for missing crew member from racing yacht Finistere

Published 24/02/2018

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has ended search operations for a missing crew member from the racing yacht Finistere, which capsized 11 nautical miles southwest of Mandurah in Western Australia overnight.

Bulk carrier rescues fishermen from life raft off Western Australia

Published 05/02/2018

Two fishermen have been rescued from a life raft 40 kilometres west of Lake Macleod in Western Australia this morning after their vessel caught fire.

Milestone for Challenger search and rescue jets

Published 20/12/2017

This week marks a year since the first dedicated Challenger 604 search and rescue jet entered into service with the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA).

Joint media release: Newcastle speed boat operation fined for unsafe practices

Published 03/11/2017

The owner and master of a speed boat ride in Newcastle have pleaded guilty and been fined a total of $26,000 in a local magistrates court this week for failing to ensure the safe operation of a domestic commercial vessel.

2017 Australian Search and Rescue Awards

Published 20/10/2017

Unflinching courage was the common thread that linked all three recipients of the 2017 Australian Search and Rescue Awards, which were held at the National Portrait Gallery in Canberra on Thursday night (19 October 2017).

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Workplace health and safety laws on domestic commercial vessels

Published 08/07/2020

If you work in the maritime industry you should be familiar with the work health and safety (WHS) laws of the state or territory that you are working in.

Survey for international seafarers during the COVID-19 pandemic

Published 07/07/2020

If you are currently working on an international vessel, a joint university research team want to hear about your experiences at sea during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Every passenger counts

Published 03/07/2020

There are new requirements for domestic commercial vessels that carry passengers.

Ship in the middle of the ocean in front of a sunset with smoke billowing out

May detention list

Published 02/07/2020

Our ship detention list for May 2020 is available.

EPIRB changes on the way

Published 26/06/2020

From 1 January 2021, the law around EPIRB carriage on domestic commercial vessels is changing.

International Day of the Seafarer 2020

Published 25/06/2020

Today is International Day of the Seafarer!

passengers onboard and photographing a dolphin

New requirements to improve passenger safety

Published 24/06/2020

The new requirements for domestic commercial vessels that carry passengers came into effect on the 31 May 2020.

May incident report

Published 24/06/2020

Read our May 2020 incident report.

Our commitment to seafarers

Published 23/06/2020

Seafarers work under some of the toughest conditions, facing daily challenges like no other workplace.

Have your say—draft 2020-21 Cost Recovery Implementation Statement

Published 15/06/2020

We want your feedback on AMSA’s draft 2020-21 Cost Recovery Implementation Statement (CRIS).

We want your feedback about Cape Leeuwin lighthouse heritage management plan

Published 05/06/2020

Tell us what you think about our draft heritage management plan for Cape Leeuwin lighthouse.

We want your feedback about Eddystone Point lighthouse heritage management plan

Published 04/06/2020

Tell us what you think about our draft heritage management plan for the Eddystone Point lighthouse.

Which lifejacket do I need?

Published 28/05/2020

On 18 May, a 48-year-old seafarer was lost overboard the fishing trawler, K-Vern, during operations off the Sunshine Coast.

Container loss from the cargo ship APL England

Published 26/05/2020

This morning, a team of AMSA surveyors boarded the Singapore-flagged container ship APL England.

April 2020 incident report

Published 22/05/2020

Nine serious incidents were reported to us in April.

New safety sticker available

Published 20/05/2020

From the 31 May 2020, any domestic commercial vessel that carries passengers must meet new requirements for passenger safety.

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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...

Seeking Submissions: Nairobi Wreck Removal Convention

Published 14/08/2020

Seeking responses from interested stakeholders to the recently released discussion paper on the...

Improving safety together—first annual report of DCV incidents

Published 13/08/2020

Marine incidents can result in loss of income, loss of reputation, or worse—loss of life.

Managing and reducing the risk of fatigue at sea

Published 12/08/2020

Fatigue can have serious consequences for the safety and health of seafarers, operational safety...

Upward trend in float-free EPIRB registrations in July

Published 11/08/2020

There has been a 30 per cent increase in float-free EPIRB registrations in July.

Reminder—all National Law general exemptions have been extended until 30 June 2025

Published 10/08/2020

We have extended existing general exemptions to provide seafarers and operators with continuity and...

Gold Coast boat share company fined for operating illegally

Published 06/08/2020

Gold Coast company, GC Princess Boatshare Pty Ltd, has been found guilty of operating a domestic...

Sydney party boat company fined for operating illegally

Published 06/08/2020

Sydney company, MV Wolf Pty Ltd, has pleaded guilty to operating illegally and fined more than $15,...

Seafarers happiness index survey

Published 06/08/2020

Mission to Seafarers want to know how satisfied you are with your life at sea.

TW Hamburg banned from Australian ports for wage exploitation

Australia bans bulk carrier TW Hamburg for wage exploitation

Published 30/07/2020

Overnight the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) banned the Liberian-flagged bulk carrier...

June 2020 incident report

Published 30/07/2020

Ten serious incidents were reported to us in June.

The effects of our Marine notice 04/2020—Maximum period of shipboard service for seafarers during COVID-19 pandemic

Published 30/07/2020

Since we issued Marine notice 04/2020 on 26 June 2020, we have received a large number of Maritime...

Subscribe now to receive our Safety Awareness Bulletin

Published 29/07/2020

To get the latest information on maritime incidents, trends in the industry and safety awareness...

Vessel Traffic Services recognised in inaugural awards

Published 28/07/2020

Hay Point Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) Operator Warren Bath has been recognised for his...

Australia bans bulk carrier Agia Sofia for underpaying seafarers

Published 27/07/2020

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has today banned the Liberian-flagged bulk carrier...

Mental health resources

Published 22/07/2020

We have put together a list of resources to help seafarers.

multi-coloured shipping containers against a blue ocean backdrop

AMSA launches campaign targeting container ships

Published 22/07/2020

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) is launching a focused inspection campaign...

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