Operators of Regulated Australian Vessels (RAV) and Foreign Vessels, as well as the shippers of livestock, have obligations when loading and transporting livestock from Australia.

This program of regulatory activities was completed during the 2017–2018 financial year.

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.

Just before midnight on 24 January 2006, approximately 25 tonnes of heavy fuel oil was spilt from the bulk carrier Global Peace while berthing at the RG Tanner Coal loading facility in Gladstone in Queensland.

A summary of discharge standards under MARPOL and local regulations if you are operating your vessel in Australian waters.

The content of the Engineer cadet program including certificate and short courses, qualifying sea service and medical fitness.

Feedback from stakeholders about proposed changes to Marine Order 504 (Certificates of operation and operation requirements) 2018 (MO504) relating to safety management systems (SMS).

The information you provide in your incident report plays an important part in guiding the way we improve maritime safety for everybody on the water. By reporting marine incidents to us, you are also meeting your reporting obligations under Australian laws.

In this edition, learn more about careers at AMSA and maintenance plan essentials.

We collect and analyse information from reported marine incidents to improve safety across the maritime industry.

Guidance on ensuring appropriate crewing for safe navigation for domestic commercial vessels.

Marine Order 55 (Vessels carrying industrial personnel) 2024 Consultation Report – Feb - Apr 2024

In this edition we talk about audits and application assessments, compass adjustment requirements, uncrewed barges and more.

On Monday 26 July 1999, the crude oil tanker the MV Torungen (25 tonnes), was secured in the offshore Varanus Island Marine loading terminal, located approximately 4.2 kilometres north-east of Varanus Island, Western Australia.

In this edition we explain correct and incorrect use of conditions.

Find out if the vessel you own or operate under a boat-share agreement is a domestic commercial vessel.