The provision of adequate port waste reception facilities for ship-generated waste is vital to preventing marine pollution.

A Ship Energy Efficiency Management Plan (SEEMP) is a ship-specific plan to improve the energy efficiency of a ship.

We are responsible for handling health and safety issues for personnel on prescribed ships that are engaged in trade or commerce on international and domestic voyages.

A safety management system (also referred to as an SMS) is a systematic approach to managing safety.

In this edition we talk about recent surveyor audits.

If you undertake towing operations with your vessel, there are unique risks that you must consider within your risk assessment as part of the safety management system.

1 July 2023 – 30 June 2024 - xlsx

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

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

We are seeking your feedback on proposed changes to Marine Order 47 (Offshore Industry Units).

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

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.

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.

On 6 February 1988 the Hong Kong registered bulk carrier Sir Alexander Glen lost approximately 450 tonnes of heavy fuel oil into the waters off Port Walcott, Western Australia when a bunker tank was holed by the ship's anchor.

A timeline of the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA’s) involvement in the search for Malaysia Airlines flight MH370.

Read a transcript of the webinar 'Fatigue risk management' held 19 February 2025.