This marine notice draws attention to responsible navigational practices which masters and officers in charge of a navigational watch on ships operating in Australian waters should follow.

On 22 March 2023, AMSA launched new artwork on the Cairns-based Challenger aircraft, designed by Torres Strait artist Michael Nona.

The short-term measure under the MARPOL Convention requires ships engaged on international voyages to make improvements to deliver a reduction in their carbon intensity by an average of at least 40% by 2030 (compared to 2008 levels), in line with the target set by the International Maritime Organization (IMO).

The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) is the main international convention for addressing ship sourced pollution.

We inspect domestic commercial vessels to ensure crew, vessel, and operational safety.

AMSA port State control inspectors will be using the checklist below when inspecting ships as part of our cargo securing focused inspection campaign. Use this checklist to prepare for the inspection, and to help you ensure your cargo is secure. Below is a sample of the focused inspection campaign checklist.

Scams are intended to trick you into giving out your personal information or paying money.

We offer nationally recognised units of competency in marine pollution response and incident management.

Do you want to take paying passengers on tours or between islands? If so, your boat is a domestic commercial vessel (DCV) and must be approved by AMSA.

This marine notice aims to raise awareness of the risks involved with getting on and off vessels.

How to manage a deceased estate with AMSA.

Our role in working with the offshore industry.

This edition outlines an upcoming campaign on plan approval documentation and fire safety, initial survey recommendations and more.

Australia Bay Seafoods General Manager and career fisherman Michael O’Brien, talks to AMSA about how the tragic loss of life with the capsizing of FV Dianne and FV Cassandra prompted them to reinforce their approach to safety.

The automatic identification system (AIS) works automatically and continuously, regardless of where a vessel is located.

On 28 July 1988, the livestock carrier Al Qurain struck a wharf heavily while berthing in Portland, Victoria and severely ruptured a side fuel tank. An estimated 184 tonnes of fuel oil escaped into Portland Harbour.