On Sunday 9 January 2012, the cargo vessel the MV Tycoon broke free from its mooring at Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island, and washed against the seawall and nearby cliff face. The ship had been loading phosphate at the time of the incident.

The cargo ship Pacific Adventurer lost upwards of 270 tonnes of heavy fuel oil when holed on its port side while en route to Brisbane from Newcastle.

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AMSA surveyors will be using the checklist below when inspecting ships as part of our planned maintenance focused inspection campaign.

Proof of identity is required when applying for a certificate of competency or seafarer’s service book.

You must be a specific distance from the nearest land before a discharge at sea can be made.

Find policies and requirements for registered training organisations to obtain AMSA approval for International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW) training.

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We are seeking feedback on the draft Wilsons Promontory Lighthouse heritage management plan.

The National Law places obligations on maritime operators and other parties to ensure safety of persons and vessels and protection of the marine environment.

How to manage a deceased estate with AMSA.

As a flag State, AMSA are responsible for making sure Australian ships comply with relevant legislation/s.

Your vessel may be inspected to verify your compliance with cargo requirements. These requirements and regulations apply to safety-related aspects for marine carriage of cargo.

This exemption allows DCV owners an extension of time for obtaining periodic or load line surveys, or a new certificate of currency for equipment. It also allows them to operate without required compass adjustments or while a liferaft is being serviced.