Ben Fordham from Trepang Fisheries talks about float-free EPIRBS

Find out which companies are registered as a private seafarer recruitment and placement service in Australia.

This agreement sets out the plan for how Australia will respond to marine pollution spills in Australian waters.

If you’re a seafarer or marine surveyor and want to apply for a skilled visa to live and work in Australia, you may need a migration skills assessment. Find out what you need to do and how to apply.

Jobs with purpose - learn more about exciting careers at AMSA.

Our Board is appointed by the Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government.

Australia’s policy is that those who pollute our marine environment should be responsible for cleaning up and repairing the damage they have caused. If AMSA has to do this because they do not, then they should pay AMSA.

Our scholarship program supports the development of skills in the maritime industry and builds our brand as an employer of choice.

Fees related to registration on the Australian General Shipping Register and Australian International Shipping Register.

Find local suppliers of fuel oil in Western Australia.

On 1 October 1973, the National Plan for Maritime Environmental Emergencies (National Plan) came into operation.

On the evening of 2 April 2022, a Sydney Harbour ferry was operating a regular route between Manly and Circular Quay. A group of young males were exhibiting risk taking behaviour on the deck during adverse weather conditions. One of the group jumped, stumbled, and fell overboard without a lifejacket. The master came about and followed the ferry track back at dead slow to find the person overboard (POB). The POB had the presence of mind to use his mobile phone torch light in the dark to alert the master of his presence and was rescued.

Our search and rescue incidents from 2017–18.

Guidance on revalidating Australian certificates of competency and proficiency issued in compliance with the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW).

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.

On 21 July 1991 Greek tanker Kirki lost its bow off the coast of Western Australia, resulting in a major pollution incident.

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

A summary of discharge standards under MARPOL and local regulations if you are operating your vessel in Australian waters.