Australian legislative requirements preventing pollution from discharge of garbage.

ECDIS familiarisation ensures that master and navigating officers are familiar with the specific make and model of the ECDIS equipment onboard (including backup) before taking charge of a navigational watch.

Our approach to comply with the Marine Safety (Domestic Commercial Vessel) National Law 2012 from 1 July 2018 to 30 June 2019.

In this edition we look at the most common reasons for certificate of survey refusal.

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

Australia provides environmentally responsible port waste reception facilities for you to dispose your vessel-generated waste.

The Maritine Agencies Forum (MAF) provides a forum for collaboration on maritime safety and other issues.

A passenger ferry was returning from its scheduled service when an unanticipated wave raised its stern and caused its bow to dive under the water. Water rushed over the bow and a significant amount came through the forward portside access door and into the passenger compartment. The master immediately reduced speed, which expelled most of the water overboard. The forward portside access door had been left open by a crew member who was attempting to alleviate sea sickness among some passengers. The action of leaving the door open during the voyage was contrary to the vessel’s survey requirements. Signage requiring the door to be kept closed when underway was reportedly not seen by crew members. This resulted in water entering the vessel creating a potentially unsafe situation.

Find out about the search and rescue incidents we attended between July 2019 and June 2020

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

A deficiency notice uses codes to show non-compliance found during a Port State control (PSC) inspection.

We have conducted these inspection campaigns in the past, focusing on specific deficiencies and outcomes.

Safeguard your vessel and operation with an active maintenance plan.

Find out how to make an MLC complaint and how AMSA responds to MLC complaints.

Our search and rescue incidents from 2017–18.

Our role in working with the offshore industry.