The Sanko Harvest struck a reef off Esperance, Western Australia on 14 February 1991, and broke up over the next fortnight.

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

In this edition we explain how to complete a shaft survey report, tell you about changes to MARS, changes to surveyor identity cards and much more.

Find out how to complete the Coxswain Grade 3 declaration (AMSA form 1882) and the on-water tasks required.

A marine notice provides important safety related information, general guidance and details about upcoming changes to legislation to the shipping and maritime community.

During the COVID-19 pandemic many seafarers have played an essential role.

Designing, selecting, and testing anchoring systems.

The 2023 Shellfish Futures conference will be held in Smithton, Tasmania from 7-8 September.

This report provides an overview of the consultation process, key issues raised during public consultation and the key changes to the Marine Order.

Generic equivalent solutions (GES) support national standards by allowing the use of new technology and other solutions.

Make electrical safety a priority. Reduce the risk of electrical fire from batteries and electrical installations on your vessel.

A video explaining how to develop a safety management system.

Contains three charts of uniform waypoints for the Great Barrier Reef—Hydrographers passage.

Read a summary of results from the mid-2024 consultation on Marine Order 11 and download a copy of the full report.

The International safety management code (ISM code) governs the safe operation of ships and pollution prevention. We are responsible for issuing ISM code certification for Australian registered vessels, however AMSA has authorised recognised organisations to conduct this service.

Small uncrewed autonomous vessels operating in C, D, or E waters.

In this edition we talk about audits and application assessments, compass adjustment requirements, uncrewed barges and more.

This marine notice draws attention to responsible navigational practices which masters and officers in charge of a navigational watch on ships operating in Australian waters should follow.

Ships that are not operated and managed to meet applicable standards, and relevant Australian laws, pose an increased risk to seafarers, other ships and the marine environment. These ships may be refused access or granted conditional entry to Australian ports