In this edition we talk about recent surveyor audits.

We're running a nation-wide inspection campaign focusing on hazardous gases on domestic commercial vessels from 2 February - 30 April 2026. Find out what to expect and how to prepare.

Find out about the special arrangements for vessels which meet the definition of ‘tender’ under the national law.

Information for ship owners and operators about the application of the Bunkers Convention in Australia.

We use marine orders to explain and implement the legislative requirements for the maritime industry. Find out about the conventions and standards that marine orders explain.

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Towing of vessel in distress leads to back injury

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

If you suspect misconduct, fraud, or corruption involving AMSA officials, contractors or service providers, you should report it.

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

Mark Sherriff is a former AMSA lighthouse keeper and recipient of a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) for his services to community history.

These are the deficiencies for MARPOL that our inspectors have found.

Standards for installing and maintaining engines fuelled by liquefied petroleum gas (LPG).

Standards for appliances using liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) systems as a fuel source.

Maritime discharges of oil and noxious liquid substances during emergencies and pollution response situations.

Engines, propulsion, fuel, fluid, steering and ancillary systems.

Do a lifejacket risk assessment. Your safety, and the safety of your passengers and crew, depends on it. Wearing a lifejacket can help prevent a tragic incident.