The establishment of Australia's search and rescue (SAR) response system.

Since 2020, 345 serious crew injuries have been reported to us from regulated Australian vessels and foreign flagged vessels in Australian waters. Find out how effective risk assessments can help prevent accidents onboard.

We sought feedback on proposed changes to Marine Order 25 (Equipment – lifesaving) 2014 (MO25). MO25 sets out requirements for carrying and testing life-saving equipment and recovering people from water.

We represent Australia in international organisations on maritime, aviation and search and rescue issues.

This marine notice outlines AMSA’s expectations for vessel owners and operators when considering appropriate crewing, maintenance of watchkeeping standards and provision of minimum hours of rest, ensuring seafarer fitness for duty. 

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Compasses, nautical charts, chart systems, and publications.

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is working to reduce the loss and discharge of fishing gear into the sea.

AMSA occasionally seeks help and support from private companies to deliver its Search and Rescue (SAR) services.

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

All domestic commercial vessels under the national law are required to meet design, construction, stability and equipment standards.

There are different types of automatic identification systems (AIS) used in Australia.

The Modernised Australian Ship Tracking and Reporting System (MASTREP) is a ship reporting system designed to contribute to safety of life at sea.

Chemical dispersants are one of the response tools available during oil spill responses.