Planned Maintenance – 15 January 2022 to 28 February 2022AMSA conducted a Planned Maintenance Focused Inspection Campaign (FIC) over the period 15 January 2022 to 28 February 2022.

A Satellite-Based Augmentation System (SBAS) is now available in the Australia and New Zealand region.

Following a report to AMSA, and subsequent investigation, the Pax Phoenix was fined for illegally discharging oily water into the marine environment near Holbourne Island, Queensland on 2 September 2001.

Enhanced fishing gear requirements are being developed in talks at the International Maritime Organization (IMO).

We sought feedback on proposed changes to Marine Order 53 (Vessels in polar waters) 2016 (MO53). The changes will ensure the marine order aligns with the new requirements following amendments to SOLAS and the Polar Code.

The Pacific Quest was found guilty of discharging an oily mixture from a ship into the sea near Border Island, Queensland on 25 December 2002.

Generic equivalent solutions (GES) support national standards by allowing the use of new technology and other solutions.

In some circumstances, it is mandatory to make a MARPOL report for certain pollution incidents.

Read a summary of results from the consultation on Exemption 24 - Marine Safety (Emergency service vessels) and download a copy of the full report.

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

Read a summary of results from the 2024 consultation on Marine Order 91 and download a copy of the full report.

Marine Order 55 (Vessels carrying industrial personnel) 2024, requires that industrial personnel have appropriate safety training prior to embarking on a vessel.

There is increasing use of remotely operated and autonomous technology in Australia and worldwide across a range of fields.