On 14 July 1975 the Marine Operations Centre in Canberra was alerted that the oil tanker Princess Anne Marie had sustained a large crack in its hull approximately 300 miles off Western Australian.

This page contains a list of past changes to Marine Orders and International Maritime Organization (IMO) resolutions.

This marine notice is to remind livestock shippers, vessel owners and operators, and the masters of livestock vessels of their obligations to provide and use accurate information in the calculation of vessel stability.

This safety alert provides guidance to operators of domestic commercial vessels (DCVs) on risks associated with safety management systems inadequately considering electrical systems and other potential fire hazards.

Guidance for VTS providers on the qualifications and training of VTS personnel in Australia.

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has developed tools to support the implementation of the low sulphur fuel limit.

On 21 July 1991 Greek tanker Kirki lost its bow off the coast of Western Australia, resulting in a major pollution incident.

Our scholarship program supports the development of skills in the maritime industry and builds our brand as an employer of choice.

We have four Bombardier Challenger 604 jet aircraft for search and rescue. The Challengers are based out of Perth, Melbourne and Cairns.

Our search and rescue incidents from 2013–14.

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

Find out how to complete the Coxswain Grade 3 declaration (AMSA form 1882) and the on-water tasks required.

Carry the type of lifejacket required for your vessel's highest service category. You can choose self-inflating, manual inflating or foam buoyancy lifejackets.

Domestic commercial fishing vessels may transit between the exclusive economic zone (EEZ) around Norfolk island and the Australian mainland.

What changes to Marine Order 54 (Coastal pilotage) 2014 (MO54) did we seek feedback on?

Ships registered on the Australian general shipping register have Australian nationality.

The 278th meeting of the Board was held virtually via MS Teams on Wednesday, 22 April 2026.

Find forms you might need to make sure you hold the right qualifications.