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United Nations World Oceans Day 2024 is Saturday 8 June

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We are celebrating World Oceans Day 2024: Catalyzing action for our ocean and climate.
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New exemption for class 4 houseboat operators

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We have put in place a new exemption allowing masters and crew of class 4 houseboats up to 24…
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AMSA celebrates World Environment Day on 5 June 2024! 

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Healthy oceans are vital to safeguarding the very foundation of a healthier planet.
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Have your say: changes to living and working conditions on regulated Australian vessels

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We want your feedback on the proposed changes to Marine order 11 (Living and working conditions on…
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April 2024 marine incident report

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There were 95 reported incidents involving domestic commercial vessels in April.
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Have your say: changes to safety management system requirements

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We are inviting feedback on proposed changes to Marine Order 504 (Certificates of operation and…
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Navigating Tides of Progress – National Reconciliation Week 2024

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National Reconciliation Week is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories,…
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National Maritime WHS Regulators Forum

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The National Maritime Work Health and Safety (WHS) Regulators Forum, which collaborates towards i
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Work underway to boost recycling options for foreign ships at Australian ports

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AMSA is collaborating on a trial providing more recycling options for visiting foreign ships.
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Digitalisation of the maritime industry

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We support digital transformation for a safer, more efficient and sustainable maritime industry. 
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Fisher invents 'Kool' alternative to polystyrene cold-chain packaging

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In a small town in Far North Queensland, a local fisher and his wife have made a breakthrough in…
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Incident report March 2024: 105 incidents reported, 23 serious, 1 very serious

March 2024 marine incident report and monthly safety lesson

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There were 105 reported incidents involving domestic commercial vessels in March.
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New global garbage record book requirements

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From 1 May 2024, Australian vessels of 100 gross tonnage or above on international voyages must…
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New marine notice on reduction of underwater noise

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We have issued a new marine notice on the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) Revised
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Out now! Maritime Safety Awareness Bulletin issue 19

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The latest issue of the Maritime Safety Awareness Bulletin focuses on conditions of employment.
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February 2024 marine incident report and monthly safety lesson

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There were 111 reported incidents involving domestic commercial vessels in February.
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AMSA encourages maritime careers at expo

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On 13 March we attended the Australian Maritime College (AMC) Careers Expo in Launceston.
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Incident report January 2024: 111 incidents reported, 1 very serious, 21 serious

January 2024 marine incident report and monthly safety lesson

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There were 111 reported incidents involving domestic commercial vessels in January.
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Safety recall: Halkey Roberts 3F Single Point Manual inflators in lifejackets

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The Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC) has issued a safety recall for certain…
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Have your say: proposed changes relating to international load lines and tonnage conventions

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We want your feedback on proposed changes to Marine Order 16 (Load lines) 2014 (MO16) and Marine…
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January 2025 marine incident report and safety lesson

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There were 110 reported marine incidents involving domestic commercial vessels in January.
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Upcoming changes: drug and alcohol policy

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From 1 June 2025, all domestic commercial vessel (DCV) operators, includ
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Watch our first SMS webinar: fatigue risk management

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AMSA recently hosted the first webinar in our safety management system (SMS) series, focusing on
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Working together to enhance maritime safety in the Torres Strait

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AMSA's Safety Advisor, Desley Thompson, travelled to Torres Strait communities in February to…
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Coming soon: simplified safety management system for smaller domestic vessels

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From 1 June 2025, a simplified safety management system (SMS) will be available for smaller, less…
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International safety alert: rise in cargo transport unit structural failures on ships

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We have issued a safety alert to raise awareness of the structural and stowage requirements for…
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Out now! Maritime Safety Awareness Bulletin issue 21 - Managing risks

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The latest issue of the Maritime Safety Awareness Bulletin focuses on managing risks on vessels.
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Watch now: new safety management system requirements

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AMSA’s second safety management system (SMS) webinar focused on upcoming changes to SMS…
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Upcoming changes: drug and alcohol policy

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From 1 June 2025, all domestic commercial vessel (DCV) operators, including hire and drive…
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Certificate of competency is non-negotiable for domestic commercial vessel operators

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Domestic commercial vessels must have the right certificates of competency to operate. Check you…
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February 2025 marine incident report

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During February 2025, there were 101 reported marine incidents involving domestic commercial…
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Watch now: simplified SMS webinar

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In our third safety management system (SMS) webinar, AMSA presenters guided participants through…
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Changes to Marine Order 504 – is your SMS ready for 1 June?

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Now is the time to check your safety management system (SMS) and start preparing for the updated…
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March 2025 marine incident reports

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There were 96 reported marine incidents involving domestic commercial vessels in March.
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AMSA joins global efforts to improve life at sea

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Australia has played a key role in strengthening international protections for seafarers at the 5th…
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New safety management system requirements now in effect

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New safety management system (SMS) requirements come into effect for domestic commercial vessels (…
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