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.

A summary list of major historical oil spill incidents.

We are a team of dedicated professionals – hear more about our experiences working at AMSA.

You can use the examiner checklists as study guides.These programs of study are guides only and the content of individual oral examinations may vary as the examiner may not cover all areas

The Pacific Quest was found guilty of discharging an oily mixture from a ship into the sea near Border Island, Queensland on 25 December 2002.

Guidance for mariners and port stakeholders on the difference between a vessel traffic service (VTS) and a local port service.

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.

Under the National Plan, we have marine pollution response equipment positioned in strategic locations around Australia to support response to an incident.

Our structure gives you an idea of which area can help you when you get in touch.

We are a Commonwealth statutory authority which provides services to the Australian maritime industry. Sometimes we need to seek the help and support of private companies to deliver our services.

Contains three charts of uniform waypoints for the Great Barrier Reef—Hydrographers passage.

Find out what the Maritime Labour Convention 2006 (MLC) covers and how it's implemented in Australia.

Requirements for national colours of flags for Australian ships.

On 6 February 1988 the Hong Kong registered bulk carrier Sir Alexander Glen lost approximately 450 tonnes of heavy fuel oil into the waters off Port Walcott, Western Australia when a bunker tank was holed by the ship's anchor.

We authorise and audit vessel traffic service (VTS) providers in Australia.

Access AMSA safety alerts for domestic commercial vessels and the international shipping community.

Following a report to AMSA, and subsequent investigation, the Pax Phoenix was fined for illegally discharging oily water into the marine environment near Holbourne Island, Queensland on 2 September 2001.