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

Jobs with purpose - learn more about exciting careers at AMSA.

On 21 May 1990 an extensive oil slick was sighted approximately four nautical miles south-east of Cape Otway by the pilot of a light aircraft. The Australian-flagged tanker Arthur Phillip was later established as the source of the spill.

Australia has an interest in ensuring that the ships which visit our ports and transit our waters are seaworthy, have competent crews, and are able to safely navigate through our sensitive marine areas.

Oil spill control agents (OSCA) may assist in oil spill clean up in Australian waters.

Highlights the importance of maintaining rescue boats in good working order ready for immediate use

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.

We have read and answered your questions about the new requirements for domestic commercial vessels that carry passengers.

Find out how you obtain your unique vessel identifier and how to display it correctly.

This Marine Notice reminds shipowners, operators, masters, crews, recognised organisations, marine pilots and pilotage providers about their obligation to provide and ensure continued safe pilot transfer arrangements on ships.

We are a team of dedicated professionals – hear more about our experiences working at AMSA.

Under Marine Order 503 a transitional vessel is an existing vessel that has: 

Prepare and submit your application for a role with us.

We work with government and industry to respond to pollution incidents under the National Plan for Maritime Environmental Emergencies.

This page contains a list of past changes to Marine Orders and International Maritime Organization (IMO) resolutions.