Our Board is appointed by the Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government.

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

AMSA occasionally seeks help and support from private companies to deliver its Search and Rescue (SAR) services.

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

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

Find local suppliers of fuel oil in Tasmania.

This edition outlines an upcoming campaign on plan approval documentation and fire safety, initial survey recommendations and more.

In this edition we talk about Draft instruction for ultrasonic thickness measurement for metallic vessels, Transitional requirements, Proposed changes to SAGM Pt 2 Stability booklets and more

Consultation Report – October 2022

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

An explosion occurred on a charter fishing vessel whilst berthed. The investigation identified that the ignition source was a lithium-ion battery that was not holding charge connected to a battery charger in a way that bypassed the battery management safety system. The vessel was beyond repair following the explosion.

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

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

AMSA approved training organisations currently delivering the security awareness training

The information you provide in your incident report plays an important part in guiding the way we improve maritime safety for everybody on the water. By reporting marine incidents to us, you are also meeting your reporting obligations under Australian laws.

We contribute to safety in the region by working with our geographic neighbours.

Discover how we’re tackling the challenges around Operation Recovery—YM Efficiency.

Electronic visual distress signals are not a substitute for conventional pyrotechnic flares.