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Safety Lessons from Marine Incident Investigation (AMSA Report) No.34 - February 2025

These guidelines aim to assist small1 DCV operations to undertake a risk assessment as part of the vessel’s safety management system.

One of the most dangerous situations you can experience on a trawler is getting hooked-up. If you’re a trawler operator, knowing what you and your crew need to do can save lives.

The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) is the main international convention for addressing ship sourced pollution.

There are mandatory minimum requirements for your certificates under the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers 1978 (STCW).

There is increasing use of remotely operated and autonomous technology in Australia and worldwide across a range of fields.

Defining a 'novel vessel', their requirements, and pathways to certify them.

Preventing and suppressing acts of piracy and armed robbery against ships.

Consultation Report – October 2022

Our search and rescue incidents from 2015–16.

The National Plan for Maritime Environmental Emergencies (the National Plan) was reviewed in 2023-2024. The review made 11 recommendations.

Learn how to manage your garbage on a domestic commercial vessel (DCV).

The North-East Shipping Management Plan identifies actions based on information about the nature of shipping activity in the north-east region as well as the experience and knowledge of members of the North-East Water Space Management Working Group (NE WSM WG).

We’re focused on fostering a culture that is collaborative and respectful. We celebrate individuality and recognise diversity as our strength.