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On 16 March 2022, a class 2B landing barge collided with a starboard channel marker. The investigation identified that the previous swing engineer did not inform the incoming engineer that the port main engine cooling water suction valve was shut. After getting underway, the engine began to overheat. This distracted the master from monitoring the vessel’s intended track. The vessel’s safety management system did not have an appropriate engineering handover procedure.

The International safety management code (ISM code) governs the safe operation of ships and pollution prevention. We are responsible for issuing ISM code certification for Australian registered vessels, however AMSA has authorised recognised organisations to conduct this service.

The provision of adequate port waste reception facilities for ship-generated waste is vital to preventing marine pollution.

If you hold a valid STCW certificate issued by another country and want to work on an Australian-flagged vessel, you need a certificate of recognition (CoR). In some countries this is called a recognition endorsement.

Apply for acceptance on the oil spill control agents register.

The purpose of this notice is to remind vessel owners, operators and masters of:

Descriptions of the courses available to responders under the National Plan for Maritime Environmental Emergencies.

Towing of vessel in distress leads to back injury

The purpose of this marine notice is to inform shipowners, operators, masters, crews, recognised organisations and marine pilots that the Australian Hydrographic Office (AHO) has ceased printing some nautical publications.

This five-year outlook of future action covers specific industry issues, international developments, priorities for standards, and legislative expiries.

Requirements for national colours of flags for Australian ships.