NOPSEMA has been working with state authorities to improve and streamline consultation practices within the offshore petroleum industry, and provide advice on regulatory requirements for offshore petroleum activities.

This feedback report summarises submissions we received on the proposed changes to Marine Order 27.

January - March 2026There were 335 reported incidents involving domestic commercial vessels in Quarter 1 of 2026. Of these, 44 were serious and 1 very serious.

Globally, nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions are controlled through emission standards for marine diesel engines with a power output greater than 130 kilowatts (kW).

Serious injury to pilot on class 2 vessel in poor weather conditions

A safety management system (also referred to as an SMS) is a systematic approach to managing safety.

All regulated Australian vessels must have a minimum safe crewing determination (MSCD). Find out how to prepare your crewing arrangement, check qualifications, and submit your application or renewal.

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.

Read previous AMSA update editions from 2025

The purpose of this notice is to remind vessel owners, operators and masters of:

We have approved these courses if you want to qualify for a certificate under international training conventions.

The Australian states and territories work with us to coordinate an effective search and rescue (SAR) service.

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.

Be prepared before your trip. Stay safe in the air.

Apply for acceptance on the oil spill control agents register.

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.

Find out about vessel categories, calculating vessel size, and read the dictionary of definitions.