There is potential for light-emitting diode lighting on vessels to compromise reception on VHF frequencies.

The 273rd meeting of the Board was held on Wednesday, 25 June 2025 in Canberra, ACT.

A lone cray fisher was heading for shelter during poor weather. He had been working for 17 hours without rest. While nearing the planned anchor point, the master fell asleep at the helm and the vessel continued on, running aground on the rocky shoreline.

This marine notice draws attention to the importance of providing shore leave to seafarers, for ships visiting Australian ports.

We promote safety in marine pollution response through the National Plan for Maritime Environmental Emergencies (National Plan).

An index to guide you through the supporting documents for the National Plan.

The 277th meeting of the Board was held on Wednesday, 4 March 2026, in Hobart, Tasmania.

A particularly sensitive sea area (PSSA) is given special protection because of its vulnerability to damage from international shipping activities.

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AMSA conducted a focused inspection campaign (FIC) on domestic commercial vessel construction barges from 1 May to 30 June 2022.

Guidance on using an exhaust gas cleaning system (EGCS) to meet the fuel sulphur limit of 0.50% m/m, as required under MARPOL Annex VI and Australian law.

The 274th meeting of the Board was held on Wednesday, 13 August 2025, in Fremantle, Western Australia.

Members of our executive and leadership team who are appointed according to our relevant laws.

Survey modifiers are high risk operations and vessel attributes that change the survey and other requirements that would otherwise apply to the vessel.

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