If special circumstances mean that you require an extension of time for your vessel's periodic survey, you can make an application under for Marine Safety (Periodic survey, equipment certification and compass adjustment) Exemption (Exemption 06).

Find local suppliers of fuel oil in the Northern Territory.

We gather feedback through consultative committees and public consultation. Feedback from individuals, organisations and government is an important part of policy development and regulatory change.

There are two methods of obtaining a verified gross mass (VGM). The VGM is mandatory for cargoes to be loaded onto a vessel.

Shipping containers lost from ships are a cause of pollution in the marine environment.

There is increasing use of remotely operated and autonomous technology in Australia and worldwide across a range of fields.

We maintain nine strategic equipment stockpiles of marine pollution response equipment around the Australian coastline.

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.

This calculator displays the limit of liability under CLC92 and LLMC96 for oil pollution damage by oil-carrying ships.

Mandatory coastal pilotage is a protective measure used in environmentally fragile or areas potentially hazardous to navigation.

Our free webinars provide useful information and guidance about maritime safety, marine environment protection and maritime aviation search and research.

Australia Bay Seafoods General Manager and career fisherman Michael O’Brien, talks to AMSA about how the tragic loss of life with the capsizing of FV Dianne and FV Cassandra prompted them to reinforce their approach to safety.

Dispersants can be effective response tools. Use of dispersants is dependent on many factors including timing, properties of the oil, and logistics.