DCV Safety Alert: 1/2021 aims to raise awareness of recommendations made by the United States, National Transportation Safety Board, following the investigation into the fire and subsequent loss of the passenger vessel Conception.

Find local suppliers of fuel oil in Victoria.

We have released some safety guidance for commercial parasailing operators. Parasailing vessels are considered domestic commercial vessels under the National law.

It’s important to maintain your lifejacket according to the manufacturer’s instructions so it works when you need it.

Fees related to registration on the Australian General Shipping Register and Australian International Shipping Register.

Why you need a maritime mobile service identity (MMSI), and how to apply for one.

The RFL applies to most sea-going vessels operating in Australia. It helps fund the cost of safety activities, such as vessel inspections and surveys.

Australia’s first recorded major oil spill occurred on Saturday 28 November 1903 in Port Phillip Bay.

This marine notice aims to raise awareness of the risks involved with getting on and off vessels.

Highlights the importance of maintaining rescue boats in good working order ready for immediate use

A garbage management plan is an effective way to reduce garbage generated on board and ensure its effective disposal, to protect our marine environment. Under Australian maritime legislation it is mandatory for certain vessels to carry a garbage management plan.

Shipping containers lost from ships are a cause of pollution in the marine environment.

Become a coastal pilot and contribute to the safety of ships in the Torres Strait and Great Barrier Reef.

Our search and rescue incidents from 2016–17.

Find out if you can get an equivalent certificate for your New Zealand engineering certificate of competency.

In this edition we talk about Lightship declarations and the law, new surveyor accreditation guidance manual part 2 now available and electrical issues able to be identified by non-electrical periodic surveyors.

The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) is the main international convention for addressing ship sourced pollution.

Australia Bay Seafoods General Manager and career fisherman Michael O’Brien, talks to AMSA about how the tragic loss of life with the capsizing of FV Dianne and FV Cassandra prompted them to reinforce their approach to safety.