This marine notice advises of the availability of guidance for the recording of operations in the Oil Record Book Part I – machinery space operations (all ships), prepared and issued by the International Maritime Organization (IMO).

Dispersants can be effective response tools. Use of dispersants is dependent on many factors including timing, properties of the oil, and logistics.

Read previous AMSA update editions from 2024

This procedure outlines the process for Registered training organisations to offer recognition of prior learning to students of AMSA approved courses.

A training organisation must apply to be accredited to provide approved VTS training.

ECDIS familiarisation ensures that master and navigating officers are familiar with the specific make and model of the ECDIS equipment onboard (including backup) before taking charge of a navigational watch.

We have approved these courses if you want to qualify for a certificate under international training conventions.

Read a transcript of the webinar 'Fatigue management on domestic commercial vessels' held on 8 May 2026.

Apply for acceptance on the oil spill control agents register.

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

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.

Reminding those who own, operate or are on board Australian ships, about offences under Australian sanction laws. The information has been prepared by the Australian Sanctions Office.

The purpose of this notice is to remind vessel owners, operators and masters of:

This page contains a list of past changes to Marine Orders and International Maritime Organization (IMO) resolutions.

Find safety equipment guides for non-survey vessels based on class and type of operation.