This marine notice draws attention to responsible navigational practices which masters and officers in charge of a navigational watch on ships operating in Australian waters should follow.

We are responsible for responding to marine oil spills and supporting the National Plan for Maritime Emergency partners in doing the same within their jurisdictions.

Fatigue management requirements for domestic commercial vessels (DCVs).

The 275th meeting of the Board was held on Wednesday, 24 September 2025, in Canberra, ACT.

Our 24/7 centre responds to search and rescue (SAR) incidents throughout Australia.

Our structure gives you an idea of which area can help you when you get in touch.

Prevention from marine pollution is imperative to protect Australia’s unique marine environments and the livelihoods of thousands of Australians.

On 3 April 2010, the Shen Neng 1 was traversing a well-known shipping route south of the Douglas Shoal when it ran aground 38 nautical miles east of Great Keppel Island at about 5.30 pm.

Advice for operators and masters on regulations specific to the transfer of oil cargoes between oil tankers at sea for domestic commercial vessels, regulated Australian vessels and foreign flagged vessels.

We celebrated Hulita Lamasialeva Fa’anunu’s achievements on World Maritime Day last year. She embodied the 2019 theme—empowering women in the maritime community.

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

In this edition, learn more about careers at AMSA and maintenance plan essentials.

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 summary of the effects of oil and dispersed oil on temperate sea grasses.