Our focus is on delivering better practice regulation so we can support safe vessel operations, and combat marine pollution.

In early 2018 representatives from Fire and Rescue New South Wales (FRNSW) and AMSA boarded the containership ANL Warragul for a three day voyage to test the hazardous and noxious substances (HNS) reconnaissance capability.

Apply for acceptance on the oil spill control agents register.

We work with government and industry to respond to pollution incidents under the National Plan for Maritime Environmental Emergencies.

If you're not sure where to start or what you're looking for, you can start here. Choose the page that best describes you.

IMO guidelines about Australia's particularly sensitive sea areas—the Great Barrier Reef, Torres Strait and Coral Sea.

We will not issue or revalidate or renew a certificate of competency, certificate of proficiency, certificate of safety training or endorsement if you submit an incomplete application.

An index to guide you through the supporting documents for the National Plan.

There are 48 infringements listed in the national law that can apply to vessel owners, masters, crew, or passengers. You can avoid an infringement notice by making sure your vessel, crew, and operations comply with the national law.

We have interagency agreements with other agencies.

We follow the guidance of international conventions when conducting search and rescue (SAR) activities.

On Monday 10 July 1995, the Iron Baron chartered bulk carrier grounded on Hebe Reef at the approach to the Tamar River, northern Tasmania at 7.30 pm EST.

This marine notice informs shipowners, operators, masters and bridge watchkeepers of the availability of a Satellite-Based Augmentation System (SBAS) in the Australia and New Zealand region.

From 27 November to 1 December 2017 we coordinated a marine pollution response advanced equipment operator’s course in Melbourne.

This report presents an analysis of MLC complaints, compliance and follow up actions undertaken by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) in Australia. The data represents 2021 statistics, with a comparison to the previous four years.

A video tutorial on claiming a survey in the MARS system, for the use of marine surveyors in Australia.

We are committed to ensuring the IMO can meet the challenges arising from emerging technologies, expanding global trade and environmental changes.