Enhanced fishing gear requirements are being developed in talks at the International Maritime Organization (IMO).

IMO performance standards require back-up arrangements to be in place in case of ECDIS failure.

The type of EPIRB you need depends on vessel class, length, flotation and operating area.

Using an advanced under keel clearance management (UKCM) system will reduce your chances of running aground.

Our latest statement about data submitted to the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA).

Arrangements between government and industry under the National Plan for Maritime Environmental Emergencies to respond to shipping casualties.

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.

On 29 October 1981 the 213-metre 16,336 gross tonnage Ro-Ro container vessel, Anro Asia, grounded near the northern tip of Bribie Island while entering Moreton Bay.

Feedback from stakeholders about proposed changes to Marine Order 504 (Certificates of operation and operation requirements) 2018 (MO504) relating to safety management systems (SMS).

On 22 January 1982 at approximately 9 pm, the oil tanker Esso Gippsland was in the process of loading at Port Stanvac jetty, South Australia, when a large quantity of industrial fuel oil leaked from the air vent and ullage port of its no.2 starboard tank.

Be prepared before your trip. Stay safe on land.

This course is designed for people who may perform or support the role of finance officer during a marine pollution response.

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.

We administer the national law, regulations and marine orders in implementing the national system.