This marine notice informs shipowners, operators, masters and bridge watchkeepers of the availability of maritime safety information when navigating through NAVAREA X and METAREA X.

The Red Ensign Group Yacht Code Part A updates the Red Ensign Group Large Yacht Code (LY3 Code) and applies to yachts and training vessels, carrying not more than 12 passengers, and details the conventions these vessels must comply with in Australia.

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.

This marine notice informs shipowners, operators, masters and bridge watchkeepers of the availability of a Satellite-Based Augmentation System (SBAS) in the Australia and New Zealand region.

Find out what was discussed at decarbonisation roundtables attended by shipping industry representatives. By hosting these roundtables, AMSA aims to foster collaboration in the Australian shipping industry as it transitions away from carbon-based fuels.

Find out the requirements you need to fulfill to obtain an international endorsement.

We are a team of dedicated professionals – hear more about our experiences working at AMSA.

A Satellite-Based Augmentation System (SBAS) is now available in the Australia and New Zealand region.

We are responsible for leading national policy on vessel traffic services (VTS).

This safety alert draws the attention of vessel operators to the importance of planned maintenance in ensuring safe operation of domestic commercial vessels.

Our 2025-26 regulatory program identifies the priority regulatory reform projects that will be progressed this financial year.

Accredited government and private surveyors, and recognised organisations who are qualified to conduct surveys on domestic commercial vessels.

In some circumstances, it is mandatory to make a MARPOL report for certain pollution incidents.

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

Shipping containers lost from ships are a cause of pollution in the marine environment.

Accurate weight declaration for cargo containers is a critical safety issue. Shippers must provide a verified gross mass for containers.

AMSA shut down its DGPS service on 1 July 2020.