Safety Alert: 02/2021 aims to raise awareness of correct use of hydrostatic release units, for both float-free life rafts and float-free EPIRBS.

An explosion occurred on a charter fishing vessel whilst berthed. The investigation identified that the ignition source was a lithium-ion battery that was not holding charge connected to a battery charger in a way that bypassed the battery management safety system. The vessel was beyond repair following the explosion.

Why you need a maritime mobile service identity (MMSI), and how to apply for one.

Read about our compliance priorities for 2025–26 to stay informed, meet regulatory requirements, and support better safety and environmental outcomes.

Pilot transfer remains one of the highest-risk operations at sea. In this issue, learn more about the practical steps vessel operators, masters and crews can take for safer pilot transfer.

In 2024, a range of vessel stability issues caused a trawler to roll over. The master had not followed the vessel’s stability book properly. The investigation also found that the stability book didn’t meet relevant standards.

We authorise and audit vessel traffic service (VTS) providers in Australia.

Navigational maritime safety information (MSI) for NAVAREA X and Australian coastal areas is issued by the Joint Rescue Coordination Centre (JRCC) Australia. Navigational warnings are current for the time indicated and can be updated by refreshing the webpage.

A load line or water line are lines on the side of a ship's hull that show where a ship can be legally loaded to.

A guide to help domestic commercial marine adventure tourism operators develop their safety management systems (SMS)

A Satellite-Based Augmentation System (SBAS) is now available in the Australia and New Zealand region.

Maritime discharges of oil and noxious liquid substances during emergencies and pollution response situations.

Check if AMSA recognises your country or overseas STCW certificate, and what this means for your application in Australia.

Safeguard your vessel and operation with an active maintenance plan.