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

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

Australia can request and receive information on vessels travelling within 1000 nautical miles off its coast.

This marine notice advises ship operators and owners of the hazards of transporting battery-powered electric vehicles (BEVs).

Consider AMSA as your next move.

Find forms you might need to make sure you hold the right qualifications.

Look out for marine fauna and report any collisions.

Accurate weight declaration for cargo containers is a critical safety issue. Shippers must provide a verified gross mass for containers.

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

All regulated Australian vessels must have a minimum safe crewing determination (MSCD). Find out how to prepare your crewing arrangement, check qualifications, and submit your application or renewal.

This is advice for ship owners and masters. We will undertake a focused inspection campaign (FIC) on cargo securing arrangements from 1 August to 31 October 2020. This is in response to recent events where containers have been lost into the sea off the Australian Coast.

Guidance on crewing of domestic commercial vessels as per Schedule 1 Clause 6 - Appropriate crewing and Clause 8 - Minimum crewing of Marine Order 504 (Certificates of operation - national law) 2024. Schedule 1 applies to all vessels other than class 4 vessels.

This marine notice informs shipowners, operators, masters and bridge watchkeepers of the availability of a Satellite-Based Augmentation System (SBAS) in the Australia and New Zealand region.

Learn the differences between general and direct supervision

Discover how we’re tackling the challenges around Operation Recovery—YM Efficiency.