A passenger vessel travelling at speed collided with a cliff face resulting in serious injuries to passengers and major structural damage to the vessel.

Our search and rescue incidents from 2016–17.

On 19 November 2020, a class 3B fishing vessel grounded on a beach after the master and two deckhands, fell asleep. The investigation identified that there was no clear procedure for standing watch. Fatigue also contributed to the poor decisions made by the crew around who was supposed to be on watch that morning.

Read about the results of consultation on proposed amendments to MO12 and MO32 to introduce new requirements for lifting appliances and anchor handling winches.

Find out how to make an MLC complaint and how AMSA responds to MLC complaints.

Survey vessels in these classes are required to carry a Scale G first aid kit on board: 1D (with unberthed passengers), 1E (with unberthed passengers), 2D, 2E, 3D and 3E.

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.

Read a summary of results from the consultation on Exemption 24 - Marine Safety (Emergency service vessels) and download a copy of the full report.

Small uncrewed autonomous vessels operating in C, D, or E waters.

A crew member’s arm was crushed between the vessel and a pylon while tending to mooring lines.

In some circumstances, it is mandatory to make a MARPOL report for certain pollution incidents.

Towing of vessel in distress leads to back injury

Our 24/7 centre responds to search and rescue (SAR) incidents throughout Australia.

Use this form to make a MLC complaint about a regulated Australian vessel or a foreign-flagged vessel in Australian waters.

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

The North-East Shipping Management Plan (NE SMP) identifies actions based on information regarding the nature of shipping activity in the north-east region.

Environmental, scientific and technical functions and resources in spill response.

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