This safety alert aims to raise awareness of the risk involved with getting on and off domestic commercial vessels.

Advice about the maximum continuous period that a seafarer can serve on board a vessel without taking leave.

The 2023 Shellfish Futures conference will be held in Smithton, Tasmania from 7-8 September.

The following statistics relate to the complaints received by AMSA since we issued Marine notice 04/2020 (expired 30 September 2020) and Marine notice 10/2020 (expired 28 February 2021).

On Sunday 26 May 1974 the bulk carrier Sygna was involved in a major pollution incident.

Find out which marine radio certificate you need and how to get one.

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

MARPOL Garbage placards (also known as stickers) are mandatory for all vessels of 12 metres or more in length and fixed or floating platforms.

A unique identifier—also sometimes called a unique vessel identifier—is like a number plate for your vessel.

If you suspect misconduct, fraud, or corruption involving AMSA officials, contractors or service providers, you should report it.

We are responsible for approving coastal pilotage training providers and courses.

The purpose of this marine notice is to draw attention to the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) non-mandatory revised guidelines for the reduction of underwater radiated noise from shipping to address adverse impacts on marine life. 

Keeping a radio watch saves lives. Use this guidance to set up your radio watchkeeping process and comply with Marine Order 504.

As a statutory authority, we work with the guidance of legislation.