Overview of the international and domestic legislation and standards that apply in Australia.

This marine notice aims to raise awareness of the risks involved with getting on and off vessels.

Following a report to AMSA, and subsequent investigation, the Pax Phoenix was fined for illegally discharging oily water into the marine environment near Holbourne Island, Queensland on 2 September 2001.

We contribute to safety in the region by working with our geographic neighbours.

This marine notice highlights the need for shipowners, operators, masters and crews to ensure safe working arrangements are in place for any work involving height and the risk of falling.

Requirements for national colours of flags for Australian ships.

In rough weather, early in the morning of 24 May, about 50 containers were lost overboard from the Singapore-flagged container ship APL England. Read our regular updates.

Lives continue to be lost every year in Australia when people go overboard from vessels, without a lifejacket. The simple truth is lifejackets save lives, but only if they’re worn. It’s time to get on board with lifejacket safety.

Find out about the process of obtaining a near coastal certificate.

Our regulatory program is prepared annually and contains details of planned and completed changes to our regulatory instruments.

Our social medial channels are open forums. We ask that you follow our posting guidelines outlined in these terms of use.

We have released some safety guidance for commercial parasailing operators. Parasailing vessels are considered domestic commercial vessels under the National law.

Details about the Registered training organisation delivered revalidation courses for Masters, Deck and Engineer officers.

We make a range of information available for public access. You can also formally request access to documents we hold under the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (FOI Act).

Find local suppliers of fuel oil in Queensland.