As part of the North-East Shipping Management Plan, governments have implemented a range of actions to ensure shipping within the Great Barrier Reef, Torres Strait and Coral Sea operate to the highest standard possible.
The 2013-14 year was noteworthy with the endorsement of the new National Plan for Maritime Environmental Emergencies by industry, state and federal governments on 5 March 2014.
The Strategic Plan builds on previous strategies and also takes into account the commitments made in 2014 by the Australian and Queensland governments in their Reef 2050 Long Term Sustainability Plan, and the North-East Shipping Management Plan.
Guidance for AMSA and/or control agencies prior to providing an induction briefing for all the national response team personnel, including support agencies.
Contingency planning for oil spill debris disposal before an incident and environmentally and technologically sound disposal of oil spill debris is essential for minimising the environmental damage
These guidelines provide assistance to maritime administrations and associated agencies seeking reimbursement from AMSA under the National Plan for costs incurred in relation to responding to ship-
This policy describes the arrangements for the provision of National air attack supervisors and National aerial observers in the event of a major marine oil pollution incident.