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

IMO guidelines about Australia's particularly sensitive sea areas—the Great Barrier Reef, Torres Strait and Coral Sea.

Marine Order 55 (Vessels carrying industrial personnel) 2024 Consultation Report – Feb - Apr 2024

A summary list of major historical oil spill incidents.

Chemical dispersants are one of the response tools available during oil spill responses.

Our regulatory program is prepared annually and contains details of planned and completed changes to our regulatory instruments.

AMSA and the Bureau of Meteorology provide vessels with maritime safety information (MSI) about hazards and foreseeable dangers to safe navigation through Australia's marine environment.

If you suspect misconduct, fraud, or corruption involving AMSA officials, contractors or service providers, you should report it.

Accredited government and private surveyors, and recognised organisations who are qualified to conduct surveys on domestic commercial vessels.

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 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.

Monitoring an oil spill is necessary to address concerns raised about its effects and the impact of the associated cleanup response.

There are laws against ship sourced pollution and those responsible may be prosecuted under state or territory legislation.

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.

Our Board is appointed by the Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government.

A summary of discharge standards under MARPOL and local regulations if you are operating your vessel in Australian waters.

Our search and rescue incidents from 2015–16.

Using an advanced under keel clearance management (UKCM) system will reduce your chances of running aground.