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    Esso Gippsland, 22 January 1982
    On 22 January 1982 at approximately 9 pm, the oil tanker Esso Gippsland was in the process of loading at Port Stanvac jetty, South Australia, when a large quantity of industrial fuel oil leaked from the air vent and ullage port of its no.2 starboard tank.
    Last updated: 11/09/2020
  • Operational information (IPS)
    Our information publication scheme provides access to details about AMSA's operations.
    Last updated: 09/01/2025
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    AMSA services over the holidays
    AMSA will be closed from 5 pm (AEDT), Tuesday 24 December 2024 and will re-open at 8 am (AEDT) on Thursday 2 January 2025.
    Last updated: 12/18/2024
  • Safety equipment guides for non-survey vessels
    Find safety equipment guides for non-survey vessels based on class and type of operation.
    Last updated: 10/08/2025
  • Navigation Act 2012
    The Navigation Act 2012 is legislation which covers international ship and seafarer safety, protect the marine environment where it relates to shipping and the actions of seafarers in Australian waters.
    Last updated: 02/11/2025
  • Spatial data gateway
    We provide a range of geographic information as digital maps and spatial data sets. This visual geographic data is used to support search and rescue, pollution response, vessel tracking, and navigation in Australian waters. Some data access may require you to pay a fee.
    Last updated: 08/06/2020
  • Standards for the medical examination of seafarers and coastal pilots
    These standards have been compiled against the requirements of the STCW code and convention for the use of Medical Inspectors appointed by a flag Authority who are assessing an individual’s fitness to work at sea.
    Last updated: 01/03/2024
  • Satellite-Based Augmentation System (SBAS)
    A Satellite-Based Augmentation System (SBAS) is now available in the Australia and New Zealand region.
    Last updated: 09/18/2023
  • Exemption changes
    This page contains a list of past changes to exemptions.
    Last updated: 01/01/2024
  • Private seafarer recruitment and placement services
    Find out which companies are registered as a private seafarer recruitment and placement service in Australia.
    Last updated: 01/30/2026
  • Maritime Safety Awareness Bulletin issue 3—electrical safety
    Electrical safety – an evaluation of electrical hazards
    Last updated: 09/29/2021
  • safety recall notice for Halkey Roberts 3F Single Point Manual inflators in lifejackets 
    Safety recall: Halkey Roberts 3F Single Point Manual inflators in lifejackets
    The Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC) has issued a safety recall for certain Life Jacket Solutions (LJS) and Marlin lifejackets fitted with Halkey Roberts 3F Single Point Manual Inflators. This is due to a safety defect that may prevent proper inflation, posing a drowning risk.
    Last updated: 02/14/2024
  • Cospas–Sarsat search and rescue satellite system
    The search and rescue (SAR) satellite system we use in the Australian SAR region.
    Last updated: 07/15/2020
  • Order free AMSA publications
    Use this form to order AMSA brochures, MARPOL placards and stickers, free of charge.
    Last updated: 01/10/2024
  • Commercial fishing vessels travelling in the exclusive economic zone
    Domestic commercial fishing vessels may transit between the exclusive economic zone (EEZ) around Norfolk island and the Australian mainland.
    Last updated: 11/21/2022
  • Salvage and wreck workshop
    We hosted the second annual salvage and wreck workshop on 28 and 29 November 2017 at the National Maritime Museum in Sydney.
    Last updated: 10/28/2020
  • Executive team
    Our senior management team runs the day-to-day operations and keeps our Board informed.
    Last updated: 09/18/2025
  • AMSA Gifts and Benefits register
    Our register disclosing gifts and benefits
    Last updated: 10/30/2025
  • Marine safety concern
    Complete this form to notify us about a safety concern.
    Last updated: 09/11/2023
  • Our social media presence
    Find and follow us on social media. We provide regular updates on news, industry developments and incidents on our social media pages.
    Last updated: 07/16/2024
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