This guidance assists the offshore oil and gas industry in understanding the intent of marine order 47 (Offshore industry units), made under the Navigation Act 2012.

Why you need a maritime mobile service identity (MMSI), and how to apply for one.

Our search and rescue incidents from 2015–16.

Apply for acceptance on the oil spill control agents register.

As the national standard is updated, generic equivalent standards (GES) are being superseded.

Australia is a part of the International Maritime Organization — maritime safety and marine pollution prevention are more effective when carried out internationally.

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.

Chemical dispersants are one of the response tools available during oil spill responses.

Common questions about the National Standard for Commercial Vessels, Part C–Design and construction, Section 2, Watertight and weathertight integrity.

We are seeking your feedback on proposed changes to Marine Order 47 (Offshore Industry Units).

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

This marine notice highlights the need for shipowners, operators, masters and crews to ensure safe working arrangements are in place for any work involving height and the risk of falling.

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

In this edition we talk about marine surveyor accreditation renewals, a marine safety incident and a safety recall notice.

A charter fishing vessel proceeding to a fishing spot began experiencing progressively worsening weather conditions and water ingress. Despite the owner’s warning prior to departure and passenger complaints, the master continued to the fishing destination. Strong winds and waves hampered anchoring, with water accumulating on deck through the transom door to the point of flooding. The vessel’s EPIRB was deployed, and a rescue helicopter attended, winching the master and passengers to safety.

All domestic commercial vessels under the national law are required to meet design, construction, stability and equipment standards.