The FOI disclosure list describes the documents disclosed under the Freedom of Information Act, and the date of disclosure.

You have a responsibility not to pollute the sea, and to be aware of the laws about oil and garbage pollution from vessels, including fishing vessels.

The North-East Shipping Management Plan identifies actions based on information about the nature of shipping activity in the north-east region as well as the experience and knowledge of members of the North-East Water Space Management Working Group (NE WSM WG).

On 19 November 2020, a class 3B fishing vessel grounded on a beach after the master and two deckhands, fell asleep. The investigation identified that there was no clear procedure for standing watch. Fatigue also contributed to the poor decisions made by the crew around who was supposed to be on watch that morning.

New body worn cameras for AMSA frontline staff increases safety and transparency.

The North-East Shipping Management Plan (NE SMP) identifies actions based on information regarding the nature of shipping activity in the north-east region.

Read a summary of results from the mid-2024 consultation on Marine Order 11 and download a copy of the full report.

Prepare and submit your application for a role with us.

Under Marine Order 503 a transitional vessel is an existing vessel that has: 

On Sunday 26 May 1974 the bulk carrier Sygna was involved in a major pollution incident.

In this edition we provide advice on how to send us large files, what to do if you receive a complaint about a survey, provide guidance on battery safety, and more.

AMSA has a fair, and non-discriminatory procurement complaints handling process.

In this edition we talk about marine surveyor accreditation renewals, a marine safety incident and a safety recall notice.

You need full ownership history to register a vessel. If you don’t have this information, you must submit a notice of intention to register a vessel to AMSA.

Our scholarship program supports the development of skills in the maritime industry and builds our brand as an employer of choice.

The following statistics relate to the complaints received by AMSA since we issued Marine notice 04/2020 (expired 30 September 2020) and Marine notice 10/2020 (expired 28 February 2021).

How to get a engineering qualifications recognized if you are a Royal Australian Navy (RAN) seaman officer.

About the feedback we received on the National System for Domestic Commercial Vessel Safety transition.