AMSA trusts in digitalization for safer and more efficient shipping
The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has embarked on a digital transformation journey for a safer, more efficient and sustainable maritime industry.
Read moreThe Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has embarked on a digital transformation journey for a safer, more efficient and sustainable maritime industry.
Read moreThe Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has imposed a 180-day ban on the Indian-flagged bulk carrier Darya Shaan due to repeated safety risks. This action follows the operator's failure to report serious defects in the vessel's main engine and machinery while visiting Australian ports.
Read moreComplaints about breaches against the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) on ships decreased in 2023, compared to the previous year, the Australian Maritime Safety Authority’s (AMSA) latest report on seafarer welfare shows.
Read moreAs AMSA informs, an explosion occurred on a charter fishing vessel whilst berthed. The investigation identified that the ignition source was a lithium-ion battery that was not holding charge connected to a battery charger in a way that bypassed the battery management safety system. The vessel was beyond repair following the explosion.
Read moreIn its 2023 Port State Control (PSC) Report, the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) sheds light on prevalent areas of deficiencies among inspected vessels.
Read moreAccording to AMSA, from 1 May 2024, Australian vessels of 100 gross tonnage or above on international voyages must keep a garbage record book in addition to a garbage management plan.
Read moreAustralian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has issued its Inspection Report for year 2023 revealing that heavy load carriers were the poorest performing ships in 2023, with a detention rate of 16.7%.
Read moreAMSA published a marine notice to draw attention to the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) non-mandatory Revised guidelines for the reduction of underwater radiated noise from shipping to address adverse impacts on marine life, which were released on 1 October 2023.
Read moreThe Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions (CDPP), on behalf of the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA), has successfully prosecuted a ship’s master and shipping company, following a serious accident involving a ship’s pilot in 2023.
Read moreIssues relating to conditions of employment continue to make up most of the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) complaints, AMSA highlights in its new Safety Awareness Bulletin with two case studies.
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