We provide a range of geographic information as digital maps and spatial data sets. This visual geographic data is used to support search and rescue, pollution response, vessel tracking, and navigation in Australian waters. Some data access may require you to pay a fee.

The oil spill from the Oceanic Grandeur in Torres Strait in March 1970 highlighted Australia’s lack of preparedness at the time to deal with a major oil spill in the marine environment.

All ships of 5,000 gross tonnage and above engaged in international voyages must collect data on fuel consumption, distance travelled and hours underway.

If you have been issued with an infringement notice, you have 28 days to pay the infringement penalty or contact us about your payment options.

Find out how to get an interim certificate of competency (ICoC) when you apply for a certificate for the first time.

On 3 December 1987 the Nella Dan ran aground in strong winds in Buckle Bay, Macquarie Island.

Advice to vessel owners and masters for the Focused Inspection Campaign (FIC) on passenger (class 1) vessel tenders in Western Australia and Northern Territory.

The purpose of this policy is to outline the underlying principles for the disclosure and dissemination of vessel tracking information under agreed conditions.

Instructions for registered training organisations (RTOs).

Find out which companies are registered as a private seafarer recruitment and placement service in Australia.

There is potential for light-emitting diode lighting on vessels to compromise reception on VHF frequencies.

During the COVID-19 pandemic many seafarers have played an essential role.

Our search and rescue incidents from 2015–16.

Find local suppliers of fuel oil in Western Australia.

If you have an offer of employment on a ship registered on the Australian International Shipping Register (AISR), you may need a certificate of equivalence (CoE). A CoE allows you to work on an AISR-registered ship using your overseas STCW certificate, without an AMSA-issued certificate of competency or certificate of recognition.

The information you provide in your incident report plays an important part in guiding the way we improve maritime safety for everybody on the water. By reporting marine incidents to us, you are also meeting your reporting obligations under Australian laws.

The Maritine Agencies Forum (MAF) provides a forum for collaboration on maritime safety and other issues.

The information you provide in your incident report plays an important part in guiding the way we improve maritime safety for everybody on the water. By reporting marine incidents to us, you are also meeting your reporting obligations under Australian laws.

On 1 October 1973, the National Plan for Maritime Environmental Emergencies (National Plan) came into operation.