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 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
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
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
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
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
Government Ship master and company convicted over pilot ladder failures The Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions (CDPP), on behalf of the Australian Maritime Safety... Read full article » Published on: 9th Apr, 2024
Government More government work opportunities open for asset maintenance businesses The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has published a further three tender opportunities today... Read full article » Published on: 20th Feb, 2024
Government AMSA Antarctic search and rescue trial a soaring success The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has successfully completed the first flight of an... Read full article » Published on: 19th Feb, 2024
Government 7 people rescued from upturned boat off Bundaberg At 5pm (AEST) on Saturday 13 January, the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) received... Read full article » Published on: 15th Jan, 2024
History & Society Historic lighthouse receives restoration after birds eat stonework The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has completed a major capital works project to... Read full article » Published on: 28th Dec, 2023
Rescue & Services AMSA to brief Sydney Hobart Yacht Race fleet The fleet for the 2023 Sydney Hobart Yacht Race is gearing up for the... Read full article » Published on: 24th Dec, 2023
Rescue & Services Exceptional acts recognised in search and rescue awards The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has congratulated the recipients of this year’s National... Read full article » Published on: 23rd Oct, 2023
History & Society National Safe Boating Week – 30 September to 6 October 2023 The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) is encouraging all Australians to be lifejacket-smart this... Read full article » Published on: 30th Sep, 2023