The Modernised Australian Ship Tracking and Reporting System as described in Marine Order 63 Vessel Reporting Systems is used to track the location of vessels.
AMSA 91
1 February 2016
Modernised Australian Ship Tracking and Reporting System (MASTREP) is operated by AMSA as part of the services offered by the Rescue Coordination Centre – Australia (RCC).
Under this system:
- Positional reporting for vessels is sourced from the vessel’s Automatic Identification System (AIS).
- Sailing plans, deviation reports and final reports are not required.
- Communications with vessels continue to be available through Inmarsat, HF, satellite telephony and other means.
- Special reports are required to support AMSA’s role in shipping oversight and incident reporting management.
This system became effective 1 January 2016. Read the full detail in the attached document.
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20 August 2026