Instructions for accredited surveyors to conduct surveys and inspections of domestic commercial vessels.

We work with a range of stakeholders on education and safety in the Torres Strait.

Our search and rescue incidents from 2018–19.

Find local suppliers of fuel oil in South Australia in the register below.

Find forms you might need to make sure you hold the right qualifications.

The Sylvan Arrow was found guilty of discharging an oily mixture into the sea west of Wilson’s Promontory, Victoria on 18 December 1999.

A swimmer participating in a marine wildlife interaction tour sustained a foot injury from a propeller strike when a crew member attempted to tow them alongside a tender vessel. This activity was in breach of the operations’ safety management system procedures.

Find local suppliers of fuel oil in Tasmania.

On the evening of 29 May 2022, a commercial fishing vessel was on a voyage from Mackay to Cairns when the master noticed an auxiliary engine alarm. Upon lifting the engine room hatch, the master saw smoke and an orange glow and the engine room subsequently caught fire. The master quickly made the decision that they would not be able to fight the fire without jeopardising their safety and abandoned ship. An SMS risk assessment on appropriate crewing on a voyage greater than 12 hours duration should be undertaken in these situations.

The FOI disclosure list describes the documents disclosed under the Freedom of Information Act, and the date of disclosure.

AMSA approved Training Organisations currently delivering the personal survival techniques for international qualifications.

AMSA approved training organisations currently delivering the fire prevention and fire fighting—basic training.

AMSA approved training organisations currently delivering the security awareness training

Consultation Report – October 2022

On 21 July 1991 Greek tanker Kirki lost its bow off the coast of Western Australia, resulting in a major pollution incident.

A summary of discharge standards under MARPOL and local regulations if you are operating your vessel in Australian waters.

AMSA is pleased to be a sponsor of the 2023 annual conference of the Maritime Law Association of Australia and New Zealand (MLAANZ), 4-6 October.