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

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

Hours of Work and Rest – 01 May 2022 to 17 June 2022AMSA conducted an Hours of Work and Rest Focused Inspection Campaign (FIC) over the period 01 May 2022 to 17 June 2022.  

Replace your lost or damaged certificate, or get a new certificate after updating your personal details.

The Australian Hydrographic Office (AHO) produces and publishes Electronic Navigational Charts (ENC) covering Australian, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands and Australian Antarctic Territory waters.

On 3 August 1999 the Laura D’Amato, a 96,121 DWT Italian registered oil tanker, was berthed alongside at the Shell Gore Bay terminal in Sydney discharging its cargo of Murban light crude oil.

Some vessels do not have to be surveyed. Depending on the type of vessel, you may need to apply for approval to operate.

NOPSEMA has been working with state authorities to improve and streamline consultation practices within the offshore petroleum industry, and provide advice on regulatory requirements for offshore petroleum activities.

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

Vessels refused access to Australian ports and vessels given warnings in relation to serious deficiencies.

Use these forms to apply for and manage your accreditation as a marine surveyor.

Report of the Incident Analysis team into the response by the National Plan to Combat Pollution of the Sea by Oil and Other Noxious and hazardous Substances, to the Montara Wellhead Platform incident, March 2010.

We inspect domestic commercial vessels to ensure crew, vessel, and operational safety.

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

Getting hooked-up is one of the most dangerous situations you can experience on a trawler. Be prepared. Knowing what you and your crew need to do can save lives.

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

Our eligibility requirements for sailing vessels.

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