Changes to survey regime for domestic commercial vessels from 1 July 2018.

In this edition we explain correct and incorrect use of conditions.

In this edition we talk about Marine Surveyor Accreditation Guidance Manual – Part 2 , we include a Case Study about Compliance action on an AMS’s accreditation and decks on domestic commercial vessels

Guidance on using an exhaust gas cleaning system (EGCS) to meet the fuel sulphur limit of 0.50% m/m, as required under MARPOL Annex VI and Australian law.

The information you provide in your incident report plays an important part in guiding the way we improve maritime safety for everybody on the water. By reporting marine incidents to us, you are also meeting your reporting obligations under Australian laws.

As a statutory authority, we work with the guidance of legislation.

This page contains a list of past changes to exemptions.

Explore key trends and safety insights from reported incidents in our annual reports.

AMSA is committed to safe and clean seas. AMSA, on behalf of Australia, is responsible for the implementation of numerous international conventions and codes to which Australia is a signatory.

As the national standard is updated, generic equivalent standards (GES) are being superseded.

The type of EPIRB you need depends on vessel class, length, flotation and operating area.

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

AMSA is pleased to be a sponsor of the 2023 annual conference of the Maritime Law Association of Australia and New Zealand (MLAANZ), 4-6 October.

Apply for acceptance on the oil spill control agents register.

Carry the type of lifejacket required for your vessel's highest service category. You can choose self-inflating, manual inflating or foam buoyancy lifejackets.