This marine notice highlights shipowners, operators, masters and crews obligation to ensure safe working arrangements are in place for any work involving a ship’s elevator.

Find local suppliers of fuel oil in Victoria.

On Sunday 26 May 1974 the bulk carrier Sygna was involved in a major pollution incident.

Operators of Regulated Australian Vessels (RAV) and Foreign Vessels, as well as the shippers of livestock, have obligations when loading and transporting livestock from Australia.

Descriptions of the courses available to responders under the National Plan for Maritime Environmental Emergencies.

We want your 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.

All ships must follow the requirements of MARPOL Annex V when discharging cargo residue.

You need full ownership history to register a vessel. If you don’t have this information, you must submit a notice of intention to register a vessel to AMSA.

AMSA has a fair, and non-discriminatory procurement complaints handling process.

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

Read previous AMSA update editions from 2024

Read a summary of results from the mid-2024 consultation on Marine Order 11 and download a copy of the full report.

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

Sudden vessel movement resulting in master incapacitation highlights onboard safety risks

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

We are making changes to Marine Order 504 (Certificates of operation and operation requirements – national law) 2018 (Marine order 504) to clarify requirements for monitoring and accounting for passengers on domestic commercial vessels.

We have approved these courses if you want to qualify for a certificate under international training conventions.