Government AMSA and Lighthouses of Australia Inc partner to celebrate World Maritime Day 2024 The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) and Lighthouses of Australia Inc have joined the... Read full article » Published on: 24th Sep, 2024
Government AMSA launches lifejacket safety initiative Lifejackets save lives—but only if they are worn. There is no excuse that will... Read full article » Published on: 13th Sep, 2024
Rescue & Services Two sailors rescued from yacht in distress off NSW coast On Monday 2 September 2024 at 12:40pm AEST, the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA)... Read full article » Published on: 3rd Sep, 2024
People New CEO takes the helm at AMSA The Australian Government has welcomed Ms Kaylene Dale as the new Chief Executive Officer... Read full article » Published on: 28th Aug, 2024
Government AMSA releases its second Reconciliation Action Plan The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has today released its second Reconciliation Action Plan... Read full article » Published on: 15th Aug, 2024
Education University of Wollongong students rewarded for maritime academic excellence The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has awarded Glenn Hanson and Dan Probert from... Read full article » Published on: 12th Aug, 2024
Education Scholarships announced for future Tassie mariners The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has awarded 5 scholarships to students at the... Read full article » Published on: 9th Aug, 2024
Rescue & Services Three rescued from sinking boat off Whitsundays Last night, the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) coordinated the rescue of three people... Read full article » Published on: 26th Jul, 2024
Rescue & Services Sea snake bite victim airlifted from trawler in NT At 9:15 am (NT time) Monday morning, the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) was... Read full article » Published on: 17th Jul, 2024
Shipping AMSA compliance plan focuses on inspection efforts and safety management systems The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has released its National Compliance Plan (NCP) for... Read full article » Published on: 9th Jul, 2024
Government Rescue of two kayakers off Hinchinbrook Island North Queensland The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has coordinated the rescue of two kayakers off... Read full article » Published on: 4th Jul, 2024
History & Society Celebrate World Marine Aids to Navigation Day 2024 with AMSA Today is World Marine Aids to Navigation (AtoN) Day, and the Australian Maritime Safety... Read full article » Published on: 1st Jul, 2024
Government Hire and drive operator fined for illegal charter The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has fined a ‘hire and drive’ operator $3,756... Read full article » Published on: 26th Jun, 2024
Government Watershed moment for AMSA’s future maintenance on aids to navigation The first of 9 contracts for maintenance of aids to navigation – including centuries-old... Read full article » Published on: 18th Jun, 2024
Rescue & Services Nominations for Australian Search and Rescue Awards open Nominations for the 2023-24 Australian Search and Rescue Awards (Awards) are now open. NATSAR... Read full article » Published on: 28th May, 2024
History & Society International Day for Women in Maritime Shaping the Future of Maritime Safety Today the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has joined the global community in commemorating... Read full article » Published on: 18th May, 2024
Shipping AMSA shines a light on seafarer worker conditions in new report Complaints about breaches against the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) on ships decreased in 2023,... Read full article » Published on: 14th May, 2024
Shipping AMSA takes action on high-risk ship with 180-day ban The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has issued a 180-day ban to the Indian-flagged... Read full article » Published on: 10th May, 2024
Industry Horizon Unveils a New FD80, Its Second AMSA 2C Compliant Yacht in Australia Horizon Yachts have announced the arrival of the twelfth addition to its coveted FD80... Read full article » Published on: 8th May, 2024
Shipping AMSA Annual Inspections Report provides safety snapshot of domestic and international vessels in Australia The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has released its Inspections Annual Report, highlighting a... Read full article » Published on: 2nd May, 2024