TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 138 of 2019
Gozo to Malta International Open Water Swimming Races 2019
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Gozo to Malta international open water swimming races will be held on Sunday, 20th October, 2019.
Participants will depart from Il-Bajja ta' Ħondoq ir-Rummien (Gozo), point A on chart 1 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), at approximately 8.00 a.m. They will swim to the east of Comino and then to Ir-Ramla tal-Bir, Malta, point B on chart 1 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt). The race is expected to be completed by 11.30 a.m.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 36º 01'.665 014º 19'.349
B 35º 59'.171 014º 20'.804
Il-Fliegu ta' Ghawdex will be restricted to navigation from 7.30 a.m. till 9.00 a.m. and Il-Fliegu ta' Kemmuna will be restricted to navigation from 8.30 a.m. till 11.30 a.m.
Another race will be held in Il-Fliegu ta' Kemmuna on the same day between 8.30 a.m. and 11.30 a.m. Participants will start from point X, swim to point Y, then to point Z and back to point X (as shown on chart 2 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
X 35º 59'.173 014º 20'.804
Y 35º 59'.354 014º 20'.598
Z 35º 59'.383 014º 20'.652
If due to bad weather the race cannot be held between Gozo and Malta all races will either be held at Il-Bajja tal-Mixquqa (as shown on chart 3 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) or at Tas-Sliema (as shown on chart 4 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), depending on the wind direction. In both cases the swimmers will start from point A, swim to point B, then to point C and back to point A.
Ir-Ramla tal-Mixquqa
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35º 56'.041 014º 20'.643
B 35º 56'.011 014º 19'.991
C 35º 55'.589 014º 20'.039
Tas-Sliema
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35º 54'.689 014º 30'.497
B 35º 55'.183 014º 30'.788
C 35º 54'.927 014º 30'.224
Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate at slow speed, they are to keep well clear of the area during the stipulated time giving the swimmers and support vessels a wide berth. They are to obey any instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12 and maritime enforcement assets in the area.
Charts affected: BA 211, 2537 and 2538
15th October, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 135 of 2019
Winter Open Sea Swimming Race – 12th October, 2019
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that a Winter Open Sea Swimming Race will be held at Il-Bajja ta’ San Ġorġ – Birżebbuġa.
The race will be held along the course A, B and C (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)),
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35º 49’.932 014º 31’.850
B 35º 49’.873 014º 31’.924
C 35º 49’.938 014º 31’.931
on Saturday, 12th October, 2019, from 2.30 p.m. till 4.00 p.m.
A rescue boat will be accompanying the participating swimmers.
Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate with extreme caution and at slow speed (no wake) when in the vicinity, on the stipulated date and time. They are to obey any instructions issued by Marsaxlokk Port Control (Marsaxlokk VTS) on VHF channel 14 and any Enforcement Agency.
Charts affected: BA 211B, 211A, 2537 and 2538
11th October, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 136 of 2019
Sea Bed Clean Up in San Pawl il-Baħar
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Malta Gaming Authority will be organising a sea bed clean-up at San Pawl il-Baħar in the area shown hatched on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
This event will be held on Wednesday, 16th October, 2019, from 10.00 a.m. till 1.00 p.m.
Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate with extreme caution and at slow speed (no wake) when in the vicinity, on the stipulated date and time. They are to obey any instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF channel 12 and any enforcement assets in the area.
Charts affected: BA 211B, 2537
11th October, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 137 of 2019
Repair and Upgrading Works at Marsaskala Quays Close to Waterpolo Pitch
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners and the general public that repair and upgrading works will be carried out on two parts of the quay at Il-Bajja ta’ Marsaskala.
The works will start with immediate effect and will be completed by Wednesday, 31st January, 2020.
The works will be carried out within the areas as shown hatched on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt). Two silt curtains will be laid along the points A, B, C and D and the other along the points E, F and G for the duration of the works.
These works will include diving operations.
Masters and vessel operators are instructed to keep a sharp lookout, navigate at very slow speed (no wake) when approaching the area and that the quay cannot be used.
They are to comply with any instructions given by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF channel 12 and any enforcement agency.
Charts affected: BA 36, 2538
11th October, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 134 of 2019
Refurbishment of fishermen's slipway and adjacent quay at Mġarr Harbour – Gozo
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the general public that refurbishment work on the fishermen's slipway and adjacent quay at Mġarr Harbour - Gozo (as shown hatched on chart shown on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) will start with immediate effect and is expected to be completed by Thursday, 10th October, 2019.
Due to the above mentioned refurbishment, the slipway and quay will not be accessible.
Mariners are to note the above and proceed with caution and at a slow speed when in the vicinity of the slipway while the refurbishment is being carried out.
Chart affected: BA 211
8th October, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 130 of 2019
Filming at Marsaxlokk Port and Għar Lapsi – Vanishing Wake
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies all mariners and sea vessel operators that filming activities will take place at Marsaxlokk Port and Għar Lapsi.
Filming will start on Wednesday, 2nd October, 2019, and should be completed by Friday, 8th November, 2019.
Filming will be carried out from the following locations as shown on charts found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) and also while transiting between the same locations:
Chart 1 – Marsaxlokk (Sunday market area)
Chart 2 – Marsaxlokk (next to the power station)
Chart 3 – Marsaxlokk (Il-Magħluq sandy beach)
Chart 4 – Għar Lapsi (Slipway and Open sea)
Chart 5 – Open sea between Marsaxlokk Port and Għar Lapsi
A clear horizon is requested from where filming is being carried out at the time, during the dates and times listed above.
The vessel MFA7277 and a decommissioned luzzu (to be used as prop) will be used during filming and are to be given a wide berth when sighted.
Mariners are requested to keep a sharp lookout and navigate at slow speed in the vicinity of the above areas. They are to cooperate with the organisers and Maritime Enforcement officers in the area. Moreover they are to obey any instructions given by Marsaxlokk Port Control (Marsaxlokk VTS) on VHF Channel 14.
Charts affected: BA 36, 2538
4th October, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 131 of 2019
Long Term Maintenance Repairs
Marsaxlokk Harbour – Malta Freeport Terminals Ltd
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners that long term maintenance repairs on the quay cranes on both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 North Quay are now in progress.
Each crane being repaired will be boomed in the 45 degrees angle for around 10 to 15 days. The first cranes are intended to be repaired on bollard 33, thus extra caution is needed during berthing and departing of vessels.
In view of the above works, mariners are to get authorisation from Malta Freeport Terminals Ltd before making any use of this quay and to give the above area a wide berth. Masters navigating in the vicinity are to keep a sharp lookout, proceed with caution and very slow speed. Vessels are to comply with instructions as issued by Marsaxlokk VTS (Marsaxlokk Port Control) on VHF Channel 14.
Chart affected: BA 36
4th October, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 132 of 2019
Quay in Id-Daħla ta' Rinella, The Grand Harbour – Keep Clear
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and operators of vessels that the quay at Id-Daħla ta' Rinella in The Grand Harbour will be used as an operational base for the filming of 'L'Incredibile Storia Dell'Isola Delle Rose'.
Due to the above the quay is to be kept clear on Tuesday, 8th October, 2019, from 6.30 a.m. till 8.00 p.m.
Mariners are to take note of the above and not to leave any vessel berthed to the quay.
Any instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF channel 12 are to be complied with.
Chart affected: BA 177
4th October, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 133 of 2019
Filming – L'Incredibile Storia Dell'Isola delle Rose
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies all mariners and sea vessel operators that filming activities will take place outside The Grand Harbour off Kalkara and at Il-Bajja tal-Mellieħa.
Filming will be carried out outside The Grand Harbour off Kalkara on Tuesday, 8th October, 2019, from 7.00 a.m. till 7.00 p.m.
Filming will also be carried out within the area A, B, C and D (as shown hatched in red on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)), on Tuesday, 14th October, 2019, from 6.30 a.m. till 8.00 p.m.
A clear horizon is requested within the angle between the lines D to E and C to F. Any vessels that are moored within the area C, D, E and F (as shown hatched in blue on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)), are to be removed during the date and time listed above.
In case of bad weather conditions on any of the above mentioned dates the filming will be carried out at Paradise Bay on the same dates and times.
Mariners are requested to keep a sharp lookout and navigate at slow speed, in the vicinity of the above areas. They are to cooperate with the organisers and any maritime enforcement agency in the area. Moreover they are to obey any instructions given by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12.
Charts affected: BA 211, 2537, 2538
4th October, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 63 of 2019
Live firing practice exercise at Sea – Gunex 02/2019
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that the Armed Forces of Malta shall conduct live firing practice exercises at sea off Pembroke Ranges and in the south of Malta between Monday, 14th October, 2019 and Wednesday, 16th October, 2019; with Thursday, 17th October, 2019, and Friday, 18th October, 2019, scheduled as reserve dates.
The firing exercise will take place between 7.00 a.m. and 6.00 p.m. local time, (5.00 a.m. till 4.00 p.m. UTC) on the above mentioned dates.
The exercise will take place within the areas as mentioned below.
Off Pembroke Ranges
The firing exercise will be held within the area joining the points A, B, C, D, E and F as shown hatched on chart 1 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35º 59'.838 014º 25'.847
B 36º 03'.490 014º 23'.728
C 36º 04'.309 014º 28'.924
D 36º 03'.023 014º 33'.978
E 35º 59'.945 014º 37'.664
F 35º 57'.088 014º 31'.589
At the South of Malta
The exercise will be held within a circular area of 8 Nautical Mile Radius, centred on point Z:
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
Z 35º 30'.500 014º 11'.000
as shown hatched on chart 2 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
In view of the above all vessels in the vicinity of the exercise areas must proceed with caution, they are advised to give the exercise areas a wide berth and comply with all instructions given by AFM craft patrolling the area, Malta VTS (Malta Coast Radio Station) on VHF Channel 69 and Valletta VTS (Valletta Port Control) on VHF Channel 12.
Chart affected: BA 194, 2124, 2537 and 2538
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM
4th October, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 126 of 2019
Roberts Cup – Como to Malta Seaplane Rally – 2019
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that the Malta Seaplanes Association in collaboration with Aero Club Como will be organising the Roberts Cup – Como to Malta Seaplanes Rally between Friday, 4th October, 2019 and Sunday, 6th October, 2019. Part of the rally will be held in the Grand Harbour.
The flying displays over the Grand Harbour will be held as follows:
On Friday, 4th October, 2019, from 4.00 p.m. till 5.00 p.m.
On Saturday, 5th October, 2019, from 10.00 a.m. till 1.00 p.m. and from 3.00 p.m. till 5.00 p.m.
On Sunday, 6th October, 2019, from 10.00 a.m. till 1.00 p.m. and from 3.00 p.m. till 5.00 p.m.
All timings are in local time.
The displays will consist mainly of landing and take-off maneuvers and will be held within the area A, B, C and D, as shown hatched in magenta on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt). Mariners are hereby informed that during the dates and times mentioned above traffic movements may be restricted.
Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) will be managing the movement of vessels, on VHF Channel 12.
Mariners are to navigate with caution and to keep a sharp lookout when in the vicinity to the above-mentioned area. They are to obey any instructions that are issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12, and Maritime Enforcement vessels in the area.
Positions are in WGS 84 Datum.
Chart affected: BA Chart 177, 2538
27th September, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 127 of 2019
Spear fishing Competition
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners that Malta Skin Divers Club will be organising a spear fishing competition which will be held on two days, Saturday, 5th October, 2019 and Sunday, 13th October, 2019, starting at 8.30 a.m. and finishing at 2.30 p.m. on both days.
The competition will take place in either of the following three areas depending on the wind direction:
Area A – West of Malta as shown on Chart A found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt),
Area B – North-West of Malta as shown on Chart B found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt),
Area C – South-East of Malta as shown on Chart C found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
If due to adverse weather conditions the competition cannot be held on the above mentioned day it will be held on Saturday, 19th October, 2019 and on Saturday, 26th October, 2019 at the same time.
The competitors will be assisted by support vessels and there will be safety vessels also within the area.
Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate at slow speed (no wake), they are also keep well clear of the area where the activity is being held during the stipulated time giving the competitors and support vessels a wide berth. They are to obey any instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12 or Marsaxlokk Port Control (Marsaxlokk VTS) on VHF Channel 14 and any maritime enforcement assets in the area.
Charts affected: BA 36, 211, 2537 and 2538
27th September, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 128 of 2019
Filming between the Southern Part of Gozo and the Northern Part of Malta – Sea of Time – October 2019
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies all mariners and sea vessel operators that filming activities will take place between the southern part of Gozo and the northern part of Malta.
Filming will start on Monday, 30th September, 2019 and should be completed by Thursday, 17th October, 2019, from 7.00 a.m. till 7.00 p.m. everyday.
Filming will be carried out from the following locations (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) and also while transiting between the same locations:
Point A – Ras in-Niexfa
Point B – Il-Bajja taċ-Ċirkewwa
Point C – Ras in-Newwiela
Point D – Il-Port tal-Imġarr
Point E – Ras il-Qala
Point F – Daħlet ix-Xilep
Point G – Il-Bajja tal-Mellieħa
A clear horizon is requested from where filming is being carried out at the time, during the dates and times listed above.
The vessels Abbot, Mahana and MV Grecale will be used during the filming and are to be given a wide berth when spotted.
Mariners are requested to keep a sharp look out and navigating at slow speed, in the vicinity of the above areas. They are to cooperate with the organisers and Maritime Enforcement officers in the area. Moreover they are to obey any instructions given by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12.
Charts affected: BA 2537, 211.
27th September, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 129 of 2019
Birżebbuġa Regatta – 2019
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners that the Birżebbuġa Local Council will be organising regatta races in Birżebbuġa, Marsaxlokk Harbour.
The regatta races will be held on Sunday, 29th September, 2019, from 1.00 p.m. till 7.00 p.m., and will take place within the area A, B, C and D as shown hatched on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Any vessels which are within the designated area are to be removed.
No vessels will be allowed to cross the race course during the races.
Races will be held when no merchant traffic is scheduled to enter or depart from the Malta Freeport terminals.
Mariners are requested to keep a sharp look out and navigating at slow speed (no wake), in the vicinity of the above area. They are to cooperate with the organizers and any maritime enforcement assets in the area. Moreover, they are to obey any instructions given by Marsaxlokk Port Control (Marsaxlokk VTS) on VHF Channel 14.
Charts affected: BA 36, 2538
27th September, 2019
Local Notice to Mariners No. 125 of 2019
Rolex Middle Sea Race 2019
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that the Royal Malta Yacht Club will be holding the Rolex Middle Sea Race on Saturday, 19th October, 2019. In addition a coastal race will also be held on Wednesday, 16th October, 2019.
The race programme is as follows:
a) Wednesday, 16th October, 2019
The coastal race starts at 10.00 a.m.
The start is from Marsamxett Harbour, at an imaginary line from the tower of Il-Fortizza ta' Tignè to the corner of the bastion on the western side of Il-Fossa in Valletta. When they exit Marsamxett Harbour they will proceed, depending on the weather conditions, either to Comino and/or Gozo or to Munxar and/or Filfa and finish at Marsamxett Harbour.
Mariners are requested to keep the Marsamxett fairway clear during the start of the coastal race and to keep a sharp lookout during the remaining hours of Wednesday, 16th October, 2019.
b) Saturday, 19th October, 2019
The Rolex Middle Sea Race starts at approximately 11.00 a.m.
The start is from Grand Harbour, at an imaginary line from an inflatable buoy near Saint Angelo Point to the Valletta Saluting Battery mast.
The yachts shall then proceed in a North Easterly direction along the Channel in Grand Harbour to an inflatable buoy, bearing the sponsor's logo, positioned outside the Saint Elmo Breakwater. The buoy shown as 1 on the chart that can be found on Transport Malta's website (www.transport.gov.mt) will be in the following approximate position:
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
35º 54'.160 014º 31'.540
The yachts shall then proceed in a North Westerly direction towards St George's shoals where a second inflatable buoy bearing the sponsor's logo will be positioned. The buoy shown as 2 on the chart that can be found on Transport Malta's website (www.transport.gov.mt) will be in the following approximate position:
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
35º 55'.650 014º 30'.070
They will follow the course as shown on Chart 1 that can be found on Transport Malta's website (www.transport.gov.mt).
The yachts shall than proceed in a North North Easterly direction towards Sicily.
Mariners are to navigate with caution and to keep a sharp lookout when in the vicinity of the above-mentioned courses and positions and, when sighted, give the participants a wide berth.
They are also to keep at least 200m away from the inflatable buoys 1 and 2 mentioned above.
Mariners are advised that on Saturday, 19th October, 2019, between 9.00 a.m. and 3.00 p.m. or such time as may be communicated by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12, if earlier, the Grand Harbour shall be closed for all traffic not directly related to the race.
During these times all other vessels shall be required to remain within designated areas in the inner harbour up to Ras Ħanżir, in Dockyard Creek, Kalkara Creek and Rinella Bay. (Areas are shown hatched in magenta on Chart 2).
No vessel will be allowed at the quay next to the fish market as this quay is being reserved for emergency vessels only.
Mariners are instructed to cooperate with the organizers and maritime enforcement officers in the area. Moreover they are to obey any instructions given by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12.
Positions are in WGS 84 Datum
Chart affected BA Chart 177
24th September, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 121 of 2019
Building of raft at Il-Bajja ta' San Ġiljan
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that a group of scouts will be building a raft at Il-Bajja ta' San Ġiljan.
Weather permitting, the raft will be built and moored at Il-Bajja ta' San Ġiljan in the approximate area shown marked with a red X on the chart found on the Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
This activity will be held on Saturday, 28th September, 2019, from 9.00 a.m. till 2.00 p.m.
All vessels navigating within the bay are requested to keep a sharp lookout, navigate with caution and at slow speed (no wake), and give the raft a wide berth.
Chart affected: BA 177
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM
20th September, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 122 of 2019
Malta – Comino – Malta Swimming Event
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a Malta – Comino – Malta swimming event will be held on Saturday, 28th September, 2019.
Participants will depart from Ir-Ramla tal-Armier point A, at approximately 9.00 a.m. They will swim to point B, C and then point D back in Ir-Ramla tal-Armier (as shown on chart 1 found on the Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).
The swim is to be completed by noon.
If the event cannot be held as stated above due to bad weather conditions it will be held on the same date and time at either Il-Bajja tal-Mellieħa (as shown on chart 2 found on the Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) or at Ir-Ramla tal-Mixquqa (as shown on chart 3 found on the Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) depending on wind direction.
Support vessels will accompany the participating swimmers.
Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate at slow speed and keep well clear of the area during the stipulated time giving the swimmers a wide berth. They are to obey any instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF channel 12 and maritime enforcement assets in the area.
Charts affected: BA 211A, 2537 and 2538
20th September, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 123 of 2019
Filming from Rinella – Malta Film Studios – Clear Horizon
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners and operators of vessels, that filming activities will take place in Rinella – Malta Film Studios.
The filming will take place from Monday, 30th September, 2019 to Monday, 28th October, 2019 (including weekends).
In view of the above a clear horizon is required for filming purposes.
Mariners navigating in the indicated area on the mentioned dates are requested to keep watch on VHF Channel 12 and cooperate with the crew and enforcement personnel in the area.
Any instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF channel 12 are to be complied with.
20th September, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 124 of 2019
Filming at Rinella (Malta Film Studios) using Flares
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners and operators of vessels that flares will be used as part of filming activities in Rinella – Malta Film Studios.
The filming includes the use of pyrotechnics (parachute bright white flares) and will be taking place between Tuesday, 1st October, 2019 at 6.00 p.m. and Wednesday, 2nd October, 2019 at 4.00 a.m.
Mariners are to take note and be informed regarding the above activity and are requested to keep watch on VHF Channel 12/16.
Any instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF channel 12/16 are to be complied with.
Charts affected: BA 177, 2537, 2538, 194
20th September, 2019
RANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 119 of 2019
Cancellation of Local Notice to Mariners No. 108
of 2019 – regarding Emergency Repair Works
on the Ras il-Ħobż, Gozo Sewage Outfall
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies that the emergency repair works on the Ras il-Ħobż, Gozo sewage outfall, have been completed.
Therefore Local Notice to Mariners No 108 of 2019 – re Emergency repair works on the Ras il-Ħobż, Gozo sewage outfall, is hereby CANCELLED.
13th September, 2019
Local Notice to Mariners No. 118 of 2019
Repair of Damaged Jetty at Marsaxlokk
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners and the general public that repair works will be carried out on the jetty at Xatt is-Sajjieda, Marsaxlokk.
The works will start on Monday, 15th September, 2019, within the area shown hatched on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
A diver may be involved in the works.
Owners of vessels that are moored or have a mooring within the area of 10 meters from the jetty, are to remove such moorings and associated ground tackle with an immediate effect and not later than Sunday, 15th September, 2019.
Any vessels and moorings that are left in this area will be removed at the expense of the owner. No liability whatsoever will be accepted by the Authority for any damage that may be caused while removing the said vessels and moorings.
A silt curtain will be laid within the 10 meters area shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
The jetty cannot be used. Masters and vessel operators are instructed to navigate at very slow speed that no wake must be done. And keep a sharp lookout at all times.
All vessel operators are to comply with any instructions as given by Marsaxlokk VTS on VHF Channel 14.
10th September, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 117 of 2019
Enemed Voomquest UIM V2 World
Championship Event
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners that V2 Powerboat races will be held in Il-Fliegu ta' Kemmuna (South Comino Channel) between Friday, 20th September, 2019, and Sunday, 22nd September, 2019.
Navigation will be restricted within the area bounded by the lines joining points U, V, W, X, Y and Z and the intermediate coastline, as shown on Chart 1 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), from 9.30 a.m. till 6.00 p.m. on each day:
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E) Colour
U 35º 59'.834 014º 21'.831 Shore
V 35º 59'.972 014º 21'.857 Red
W 36º 00'.295 014º 21'.449 Red
X 35º 59'.862 014º 19'.964 Red
Y 35º 59'.348 014º 20'.071 Red
Z 35º 59'.238 014º 20'.112 Shore
A number of buoys will be laid within the area in the following positions A, A1, B, C, D, E, F and G for the races as indicated on chart 1 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E) Colour
A 35º 59'.368 014º 20'.639 Chequered
A1 35º 59'.312 014º 20'.646 Chequered
B 35º 59'.898 014º 21'.660 Yellow
C 36º 00'.101 014º 21'.468 Yellow
D 35º 59'.820 014º 20'.890 Red
E 35º 59'.895 014º 20'.401 Yellow
F 35º 59'.708 014º 20'.155 Yellow
G 35º 59'.381 014º 20'.239 Yellow
The buoys will be left in position during the night and will have a yellow flashing light.
Owners of vessels moored within the restricted area, in Il-Fliegu ta' Kemmuna (South Comino Channel) are to remove their vessels from Friday, 20th September, 2019 to Sunday, 22nd September, 2019. Any vessels left in this area during the stipulated date will be removed at the expense of the owner. No liability whatsoever will be accepted by the Authority for any damage that may be caused while removing the said vessels.
If due to inclement weather conditions the races cannot be held in Il-Fliegu ta' Kemmuna (South Comino Channel) they will be held in Il-Bajja tal-Mellieħa on the same days and times.
If the races are to be held in Il-Bajja tal-Mellieħa, navigation will be restricted within the area bounded by the lines joining the points V, W, X, Y, Z and U as shown on chart 2 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt):
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E) Colour
U 35º 58'.404 014º 21'.172 Red
V 35º 58'.039 014º 21'.343 Red
W 35º 58'.453 014º 23'.045 Red
X 35º 58'.815 014º 23'.110 Red
Y 35º 59'.006 014º 22'.698 Red
Z 35º 58'.718 014º 22'.327 Red
Also a number of buoys will be laid within the area in the following positions: A, A1, B, C, D, E, F, G, H and I for the races as indicated on Chart 2 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt):
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E) Colour
A 35º 58'.450 014º 21'.650 Chequered
A1 35º 58'.516 014º 21'.613 Chequered
B 35º 58'.380 014º 21'.380 Yellow
C 35º 58'.264 014º 21'.370 Yellow
D 35º 58'.200 014º 21'.480 Yellow
E 35º 58'.420 014º 22'.670 Red
F 35º 58'.542 014º 22'.897 Yellow
G 35º 58'.762 014º 22'.948 Yellow
H 35º 58'.874 014º 22'.726 Yellow
I 35º 58'.666 014º 22'.370 Red
The buoys will be left in position during the night and will have a yellow flashing light.
Owners of vessels moored within the restricted area, in Il-Bajja tal-Mellieħa are to remove their vessels from Friday, 20th September, 2019 to Sunday, 22nd September, 2019. Any vessels left in this area during the stipulated date will be removed at the expense of the owner. No liability whatsoever will be accepted by the Authority for any damage that may be caused while removing the said vessels.
Mariners are instructed not to enter the restricted area on the mentioned dates and times stated above and navigate with caution and slow speed. They are to cooperate with the organizers and Maritime Enforcement officers in the area. Moreover they are to obey any instructions given by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12.
Charts affected: BA 194, 211A, 2537 and 2538
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM
6th September, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 116 of 2019
Azimut Yacht Rendez-vous Event at Ir-Ramla
tal-Armier, Malta
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that an Azimut Yacht Rendez-vous event will be held at Ir-Ramla tal-Armier, Malta.
The event will be held on Friday, 6th September, 2019, between noon and midnight, within the area delineated by the imaginary lines joining points A, B, C and D as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35º 59'.494 014º 21'.385
B 35º 59'.494 014º 21'.556
C 35º 59'.413 014º 21'.523
D 35º 59'.400 014º 21'.403
Due to the above event, navigation within the above area will be restricted and no vessel is to be left moored within the area during the above mentioned date and time.
All vessels navigating within the bay are requested to keep a sharp lookout, navigate with caution and at slow speed (no wake) and give the above mentioned area a wide berth.
If due to adverse weather conditions the event cannot be held at Ir-Ramla tal-Armier, it will be held at Il-Moll tat-Tiben (Marina di Valletta) in Il-Port ta' Marsamxett.
Charts affected: BA 211A, 2537 and 2538
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM
3rd September, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 112 of 2019
Firework Displays in Grand Harbour – Senglea Feast – 2019
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that firework displays will be let off from 2 barges next to eachother moored 200m off Il-Ponta ta' Bighi, centered on position Y in chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
Y 35°53'.632 014°31'.281
The firework displays will be let off on the following dates and times:
On Friday, 6th September, 2019 from 8.00 a.m. till 8.15 a.m., from noon till 12.15 p.m. and from 9.45 p.m. till 11.00 p.m.
On Saturday, 7th September, 2019 from 8.00 a.m. till 9.15 a.m., from noon till 12.30 p.m., from 6.00 p.m. till 7.15 p.m. and from 9.45 p.m. till 11.45 p.m.
On Sunday, 8th September, 2019 from 8.00 a.m. till 8.15 a.m., from noon till 12.15 p.m. and from 7.00 p.m. till 11.15 p.m.
The barges will be moored in position on Wednesday, 4th September, 2019, and will be removed on Monday, 9th September, 2019. They will be left in position during the night and will be lit. A wide berth of 200 meters is requested from the barges on these days as the barges will be loaded with fireworks.
Owners on vessels moored in Rinella Bay are to remove their vessels from Wednesday, 4th September, 2019 to Monday, 9th September, 2019.
Transport Malta will accept no Liabilities whatsoever for any damage caused to vessels that are left within Rinella Bay and vessels within the 200m safety zone from the barges in the mentioned dates.
Mariners are to navigate with caution and slow speed. They are to obey any instructions and directions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF channel 12 and any enforcement agency.
Positions are referred to WGS 84 Datum.
Chart affected BA Chart 177.
30th August, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 113 of 2019
Building of raft with slide at Ir-Ramla tal-Mixquqa, Golden Bay
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that the Mosta Scout Group will be building a raft with a slide at Ir-Ramla tal-Mixquqa, Golden Bay.
Weather permitting the raft will be built and moored at ir-Ramla tal-Mixquqa, Golden Bay within the area shown hatched on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
This activity will be held on Monday, 2nd September, 2019, from 9.00 a.m. till 5.00 p.m.
All vessels navigating within the bay are requested to keep a sharp lookout, navigate with caution and at slow speed (no wake), and give the raft a wide berth.
Charts affected: BA 211A, 211B, 2537 and 2538
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
30th August, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 114 of 2019
Cancellation Local Notice to Mariners No. 71 of 2019 – Regarding Temporary Fairway in Santa Maria
Bay – Comino
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies that the fairway in Santa Marija Bay – Comino has been reinstated as per Local Notice to Mariners No. 8 of 2017.
Therefore Local Notice to Mariners No. 71 of 2019 – re Temporary fairway in Santa Maria Bay – Comino is hereby CANCELLED.
30th August, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 115 of 2019
8th September Regatta in Grand Harbour - Valletta
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that the 8th September Regatta will be held in the Grand Harbour. Sinkers and marker buoys will be laid as follows:
1. On Friday, 6th and/or Saturday, 7th September, 2019, 3 sinkers with yellow flashing marker buoys will be laid in the following positions.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
(B) 35°53'.573 014°30'.952
(C) 35°53'.490 014°30'.824
(D) 35°53'.443 014°30'.750
2. On Sunday, 8th September, 2019, as from 8.00 a.m., wire ropes with floats will be laid in the following positions:
(i) from buoy (B) off Il-Ponta ta' Sant' Anġlu to point (C) North of Il-Ponta tal-Isla.
(ii) from buoy (C) North of Il-Ponta tal-Isla to point (D) West of Il-Ponta tal-Isla opposite the entrance to Id-Daħla tal-Franċiżi Bastion.
(iii) from point (A) ashore on Barriera Wharf to buoy (B) off Il-Ponta ta' Sant' Anġlu.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
(A) 35°53'.740 014°30'.850
(iv) from bollard 8 at Ras Ħanżir II point (E) to bollard 26 at Deep Water Quay point (F), as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
3. The wire ropes, floats and buoys mentioned in 2 above will be removed on the completion of the Regatta at approximately 6.30 p.m. on Sunday, 8th September, 2019.
4. The sinkers and marker buoys mentioned in 1 above will then be removed on Monday, 9th September, 2019.
Masters of all vessels are notified that on Sunday, 8th September, 2019, between 9.00 a.m. and about 7.30 p.m., incoming vessels will not be allowed to proceed to any berth South West of the imaginary line joining point (A) on Barriera Wharf and Forti Sant' Anġlu Flagstaff. Vessels in "Il-Marsa" sea area will not be allowed to proceed beyond the starting line indicated in 2(iv) above after 9.00 a.m. No vessel will be allowed near the finishing line except those involved in the races. No movements of vessels will be allowed inside the Grand Harbour, except by special permission. All vessels are to keep a minimum distance of 5m away from the lines and floats mentioned in 2(ii), 2(iii) and 2(iv).
Incoming vessels will not be allowed to proceed to any berth South-West of the imaginary line which is 150m north-East of the finish line (A) to (B) mention in 2(i) above. No vessel will be allowed to stay within this 150m area.
Masters of all vessels are also warned that the wire ropes and floats may cause a physical obstruction and consequently they are to navigate with extreme caution. Caution is also to be exercised when in the vicinity of such wire ropes and floats when these are being laid or removed.
Mariners are to obey any instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12 and enforcement personnel in the area.
Chart Affected: BA 177
30th August, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 60 of 2019
Cancellation of Notice to Mariners No 56 of 2019 Regarding Ġnejna (Ras il-Pellegrin) North Cardinal Buoy – Unlit
Reference is made to BA Chart 2537 – Gozo, Comino and The Northern Part of Malta.
BA Chart 2538 – Malta
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that Ġnejna (Ras il-Pellegrin) North Cardinal Buoy quick flashing in the following position:
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
35º 55'.470 014º 20'.090
has been RE-LIT
Cancel Notice to Mariners No. 56 of 2019.
Position in WGS 84 Datum
Chart affected: BA 211, 2537, 194
30th August, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 61 of 2019
Live firing practice at Pembroke Ranges – 4th and 5th September, 2019 – Extended hours
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that further to Notice to Mariners No. 2 of 2019, the Armed Forces of Malta will carry out Live Firing Practice on Wednesday, 4th and Thursday, 5th September, 2019, with extended hours between 6.00 p.m. and 11.00 p.m. (Local Time).
The exercise area (LM-D6) is delineated by sector ABC.
From Position A
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35º 55'.540 014º 28'.320 (Centre point on land),
a radius of 4 nautical miles to points
B 35º 59'.460 014º 27'.150 and
C 35º 58'.290 014º 32'.190
During the live firing practice, red flags (approximate size 2.5m x 2m) will be flown from the shore limits. After sunset there will be two safety vessels with blue lights on each side, to indicate the limit. Mariners are warned to keep as a minimum 4 nautical miles off the coast when the flags or safety vessels are sighted.
Moreover, any instructions given by Valletta Port Control (VTS) on VHF channel 12 are to be strictly observed.
Charts affected: BA 2538, 2537, 194
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM
30th August, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 59 of 2019
Chart Correction – Floating Platform off Il-Ponta ta' Tas-Sliema – Seasonal
Reference is made to BA Chart 177 – Valletta Harbours
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, informs mariners that a 3.36m x 2.40m floating pontoon (shown in red on Trasnport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) has been placed centred on the approximate position A. The pontoon will be seasonal from 1st May to 30th September.
The approximate position is:
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35º 54'.882 014º 30'.449
Charts affected: BA Chart 177
Positions referred to: WGS 84 Datum.
27th August, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 108 of 2019
Emergency repair works on the Ras il-Ħobż, Gozo sewage outfall
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and operators of vessels that emergency repair works on the Ras il-Ħobż, Gozo sewage outfall, are scheduled to commence as per below dates.
The repair works are scheduled to start on Sunday, 25th August, 2019 and should be completed by Wednesday, 28th August, 2019, weather permitting.
The repair works will be carried out within the following positions, shown hatched on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Point Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 36°00'.973 014°16'.839
B 36°00'.853 014°16'.919
C 36°00'.799 014°16'.776
D 36°00'.919 014°16'.704
Divers will be engaged to carry out the repairs and will be assisted by the flat barge Bezz Rig 1 and the MV GoldDredger. They will be left in position all day and night, will be displaying the International Code Flag "A" and will be lit during the night.
Mariners are advised to navigate with caution at slow speed and give a wide berth when in the vicinity. They are to keep out of the above mentioned area.
Mariners and vessel operators are to comply with instructions and directions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12 and any enforcement agency that will be in the area.
Chart affected: BA 2537
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
3rd August, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 109 of 2019
BSJ - Sprint Triathlon Swim – 1st September, 2019
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies that the Birkirkara St Joseph Sports Club will be organising Sprint Triathlon Swim at Salina Bay.
The race will be held along the course A, B and C (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)),
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35º 56'.932 014º 25'.660
B 35º 57'.112 014º 25'.763
C 35º 57'.100 014º 25'.783
on Sunday, 1st September, 2019, from 7.00 a.m. till 9.00 a.m.
A water ambulance, club RIB and paramedic's Jet Ski will be accompanying the participating swimmers.
Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate with extreme caution and at slow speed when in the vicinity, on the stipulated date. They are to obey any instructions issued by support vessels and Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF channel 12 and any Enforcement Agency.
Charts affected: BA 211B, 211A, 2537 and 2538
23rd August, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 110 of 2019
Fireworks Displays in St Julian's Bay – San Girgor (Tas-Sliema)
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that fireworks displays in connection with the feast of St Gregory will be let off from the jetty at point A as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) on the following dates and times:
On Friday, 30th August, 2019, from 10.30 p.m. till 11.15 p.m.
On Saturday, 31st August, 2019, from 10.15 p.m. till 10.30 p.m.
On Sunday, 1st September, 2019, from 9.30 p.m. till 9.45 p.m.
All vessels and bathers are warned to keep clear and maintain a minimum distance of not less than 100 metres from the jetty (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) during the above-mentioned displays.
Vessels moored within 100 metres from point A (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) are to be removed and the area kept clear during the displays. The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta will accept no liabilities whatsoever for any vessels that are left lying in the area on the above mentioned date and times.
Mariners are to obey instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF channel 12 and any enforcement agency.
Chart Affected BA 177
23rd August, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 111 of 2019
Cancellation of Local Notice to Mariners No. 124 of 2018 – Re Repair Works on Quay at Blue Lagoon – Comino
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that the repair works on quay at Blue Lagoon - Comino has now been completed and therefore Local Notice to Mariners No. 124 of 2018 – re repair works on quay at Blue Lagoon – Comino is hereby CANCELLED.
23rd August, 2019
Local Notice to Mariners No. 103 of 2019
PAAT – Aquathlon – 28th August, 2019
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies that Pembroke Athleta Athletics and Triathlon will be organising an Aquathlon at Salina Bay.
The swims will be held along the course A, B, C, D and E (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)),
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35º 56'.932 014º 25'.660
B 35º 57'.112 014º 25'.763
C 35º 57'.100 014º 25'.783
D 35º 56'.958 014º 25'.695
E 35º 56'.923 014º 25'.695
on Wednesday, 28th August, 2019, between 2.00 p.m. and 9.30 p.m.
An ambulance on land, a water ambulance and paramedic's Jet Ski will be accompanying the participating swimmers.
Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate with extreme caution and at slow speed (no wake) when in the vicinity, on the stipulated date and time. They are to obey any instructions issued by support vessels, Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF channel 12 and any enforcement agency.
Charts affected: BA 211B, 211A, 2537 and 2538
20th August, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 104 of 2019
Fireworks Display – St Julian's Village Feast – St Julian's Bay – 2019 – from breakwater
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that a firework display in connection with the feast of St Julian's will be let off from the breakwater at the entrance of ix-Xatt ta' Spinola.
The fireworks display will be let off from all along the breakwater mentioned above.
The displays will take place between Friday, 23rd August, 2019, at 11.55 p.m., and Saturday, 24th August, 2019, at 00.20 a.m.
All vessels and bathers are warned to keep well clear and maintain a safe distance of not less than 25 metres from the breakwater and any vessels moored within this area, shown hatched on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), are to be removed during the above mentioned date and time.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, will accept no liabilities whatsoever for any vessels that are left lying in the area shown hatched on the above mentioned date and time.
Mariners are to obey instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF channel 12 and any enforcement agency.
Chart affected: BA 177
20th August, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 105 of 2019
Filming outside Marsamxett Harbour and inside the Grand harbour, Valletta – The Story of my Wife
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners and operators of vessels, that filming activities will take place outside Marsamxett Harbour at point A (as indicated chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) and at Boiler Wharf inside the Grand Harbour, Valletta.
The filming will take place on Friday, 23rd August, 2019, and Saturday, 24th August, 2019.
The filming involves the use of the vessel UTEC Surveyor as a prop and she will be towed by the tug boats Sea Wolf and Sea Jaguar whenever it has to be moved.
On Friday, 23rd August, 2019:
6.00 a.m. UTEC Surveyor will be towed from Cassar Shipyard to be moored at Boiler Wharf.
9.00 a.m. UTEC Surveyor towed from Boiler Wharf to outside Marsamxett Harbour where filming onboard the vessel will commence.
In the afternoon the UTEC Surveyor will be towed again to Boiler Wharf where filming will take place from arrival to midnight.
On Saturday, 24th August, 2019:
9.00 a.m. UTEC Surveyor towed from Boiler Wharf to outside Marsamxett Harbour where filming onboard the vessel will commence.
In the afternoon the UTEC Surveyor will be towed again to Boiler Wharf where filming will take place from arrival to midnight.
On Monday, 26th August, 2019:
In the afternoon the UTEC Surveyor will be towed back to Cassar Shipyard.
Mariners are to note the above and give a wide berth while the UTEC Surveyor is being towed and while it is anchored at point A (as indicated on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).
Mariners and vessel operators are to comply with instructions and directions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12 and any enforcement agency that will be in the area.
Charts affected: BA 177, 2537, 2538
20th August, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 106 of 2019
Filming at Ir-Ramla tal-Bir, Marfa – The Story of my Wife
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners and operators of vessels, that filming activities will take place at Ir-Ramla tal-Bir, Marfa.
The filming will take place on Wednesday, 28th August, 201 from 8.00 p.m. till midnight.
Due to the filming the area shown hatched on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) will be restricted and no vessel will be allowed to enter or stay moored within the area during the above mentioned date and time.
Mariners and vessel operators are to comply with instructions and directions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12 and any enforcement agency that will be in the area.
Charts affected: BA 211
20th August, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 107 of 2019
Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 104 of 2019 – Fireworks Display – St Julians Village Feast – St Julians Bay – 2019 – from Breakwater
Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 104 of 2019.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners, that the fireworks display will be held on Friday, 23rd August, 2019 from 10.45 p.m. till 11.15 p.m. instead of Friday, 23rd August, 2019, at 11.55 p.m., and Saturday, 24th August, 2019, at 00.20 a.m.
Local Notice to Mariners No. 104 of 2019 is to be amended accordingly.
All other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 104 of 2019 will remain.
Chart affected: BA 177
20th August, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 101 of 2019
Malta - Gozo – Malta Open Water Swimming Competition – 2019
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners that a Malta - Gozo – Malta open water swimming competition will be held on Saturday, 24th August, 2019.
A group of participants will depart from Ir-Ramla tal-Bir (Malta), point A on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), at approximately 6.30 a.m. They will swim to the east of Comino and then to Ġebel tal-Ħalfa (Gozo), point B on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) and back to Ir-Ramla tal-Bir (Malta) point A.
Another group of participants will depart from Il-Bajja ta' Ħondoq ir-Rummien (Gozo), point C on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), at approximately 8.15 a.m. They will also swim to the east of Comino and finish at Ir-Ramla tal-Bir (Malta), point A on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
The swims are to be completed by 11.30 a.m.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35º 59'.248 014º 20'.691
B 36º 01'.745 014º 19'.871
C 36º 01'.665 014º 19'.353
Individual support vessels will accompany all participating swimmers. Support vessels will be displaying a white and blue flag.
Il-Fliegu ta' Għawdex will be restricted to navigation from 8.00 a.m. to 9.30 a.m. and Il-Fliegu ta' Kemmuna will be restricted to navigation from 9.30 a.m. till 11.30 a.m.
Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate at slow speed and keep well clear of the area during the stipulated time giving the swimmers and support vessels a wide berth. They are to obey any instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF channel 12 and maritime enforcement assets in the area.
Charts affected: BA 211A, 2537 and 2538
16th August, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 102 of 2019
Pageant of the Seas – 2020 (Technical Trial 28-08-2019)
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a technical trial involving sailing boats in connection with the Valletta Pageant of the Seas – 2020 event will be held in the Grand Harbour on Wednesday, 28th August, 2019.
The technical trial will be carried out within the area enclosed by the imaginary lines joining the points A, B, C and D.
Mariners are informed that due to the above technical trial, part of the Grand Harbour, Valletta, will be restricted to all vessels from 9.00 p.m. until midnight local time, except to pre-notified vessels and those vessels with prior authorisation.
The restricted area is delineated by the imaginary lines joining the points T - U, V - W, X – Y and Y - Z and the intermediate coastline
Mariners are to comply with instructions and directions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12 and any enforcement agency that will be in the area.
Chart Affected: BA 177
16th August, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 57 of 2019
Interference to the Global Navigational Satellite Service (GNSS)
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that harmful interference to the Global Navigational Satellite Service (GNSS) has been reported by the Malta Communications Authority.
Due to this interference, the GNNS and the GPS service may be adversely affected.
Mariners are advised to use all available means to ascertain safety of navigation.
16th August, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 58 of 2019
Chart Correction – Fuelling Barge in Il-Port ta' Marsamxett
Reference is made to BA Charts 177 – Valletta Harbours
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners of the following changes to the Fuelling Barge position in Il-Port ta' Marsamxett.
Latitude (T) Longitude (L)
Latitudni (N) Lonġitudni (E)
1) Ħassar simbolu: irmiġġ ta' baga fil-pożizzjoni: 35° 53'.831 014° 30'.153
Delete symbol: mooring buoy in position:
irmiġġ ta' baga fil-pożizzjoni: 35° 53'.849 014° 30'.192
mooring buoy in position:
2) Ħassar legend: Fuelling Barge ċċentrat fuq: 35° 53'.840 014° 30'.172
Delete legend: Fuelling Barge centred on:
3) Daħħal simbolu: irmiġġ ta' baga fil-pożizzjoni: 35° 53'.998 014° 30'.413
Insert symbol: mooring buoy in position:
irmiġġ ta' baga fil-pożizzjoni: 35° 54'.012 014° 30'.433
mooring buoy in position:
4) Ħassar legend: Fuelling Barge ċċentrat fuq: 35° 54'.005 014° 30'.423
Insert legend: Fuelling Barge centred on:
Charts affected: BA Chart 177
Positions referred to: WGS 84 Datum.
16th August, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 99 of 2019
Rockestra Stunt – Mellieħa Bay (Għadira)
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners and swimmers that a Rockestra Stunt will be held in Mellieħa Bay (Għadira) on Friday, 16th August, 2019, at 11.00 a.m.
The stunt will involve an AFM helicopter circling Mellieħa Bay, and will hover over the area hatched in red (as shown on chart on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).
In view of the above, mariners and swimmers are informed to keep at a safe distance away and cooperate with the organisers.
Mariners are to obey instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12 and any enforcement agency.
Chart Affected: BA 211A, 2537, 2538
13th August, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 100 of 2019
Fireworks Display – St Julians Village Feast – St Julian's Bay
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies that a firework display in connection with the feast of St Julian's will be let off from 8 pontoons moored in St Julian's Bay.
The pontoons will be moored in a straight line with the first pontoon in position A and the last in position B (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)), and will be moored in position 1 hour before each display and removed 1 hour after they finish.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35°55'.154 014°29'.613
B 35°55'.030 014°29'.702
The firework displays will take place on the following dates and times:
On Saturday, 24th August, 2019, from 9.30 p.m. till 10.30 p.m.
On Sunday, 25th August, 2019, from 10.00 p.m. till 10.30 p.m.
All vessels and bathers are warned to keep well clear and maintain a safe distance of not less than 60 metres from the pontoons and any vessels moored within this area are to be removed while the pontoons are being towed or moored in position.
Mariners are to obey instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12 and any enforcement agency.
Chart affected: BA 177
13th August, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 56 of 2019
Ġnejna (Ras il-Pellegrin) North Cardinal Buoy – Unlit
Reference is made to BA Chart 2537 – Gozo, Comino and the Northern part of Malta, and
BA Chart 2538 – Malta.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Ġnejna (Ras il-Pellegrin) North Cardinal Buoy Quick Flashing in the following position:
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
35º 55'.470 014º 20'.090
is UNLIT.
Mariners are to note the above and give a wide berth.
Position in WGS 84 Datum.
Chart Affected: BA 211, 2537, 194
13th August, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 98 of 2019
Correction to Local Notice to Mariners No. 97 of 2019 re-Fireworks Display – Feast of Stella Maris from Manoel Island and The Strand
Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 97 of 2019 regarding Fireworks Display – Feast of Stella Maris from Manoel Island and The Strand.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, informs mariners and owners of vessels that there has been some change in the times the display from Manoel Island will be let off. The correct times are the following:
On Monday, 12th August, 2019, from 7.15 p.m. till 7.45 p.m.
On Friday, 16th August, 2019, from 9.00 a.m. till 9.10 a.m., from noon till 12.10 p.m. and from 10.15 p.m. till 11.00 p.m.
On Saturday, 17th August, 2019, from 9.00 a.m. till 9.30 a.m., from noon till 12.20 p.m. and from 6.00 p.m. till 11.30 p.m.
On Sunday, 18th August, 2019, from 9.00 a.m. till 9.10 a.m., from noon till 12.10 p.m. and from 7.30 p.m. till 11.00 p.m.
All other information in Local Notice to Mariners No. 97 of 2019 will remain valid.
Chart affected: BA 177
9th August, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 97 of 2019
Fireworks Display – Feast of Stella Maris from Manoel Island and The Strand
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners that fireworks will be let off from the foreshore of Manoel Island in Sliema Creek, centred on point A as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt):
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35º 54'.312 014º 30'.267
B 35° 54'.530 014° 30'.286
The fireworks displays will take place on the following dates and times:
On Monday, 12th August, 2019, from 6.30 p.m. till 8.00 p.m.
On Friday, 16th August, 2019, from 9.00 a.m. till 9.15 a.m., from noon till 12.10 p.m. and from 9.00 p.m. till 11.00 p.m.
On Saturday, 17th August, 2019 from 9.00 a.m. till 9.15 a.m., from noon till 12.15 p.m., from 6.00 p.m. till 7.00 p.m. and from 9.30 p.m. till 11.30 p.m.
On Sunday, 18th August, 2019, from 9.00 a.m. till 9.15 a.m., from noon till 12.15 p.m. and from 7.00 p.m. till 11.00 p.m.
In view of the above, mariners are informed that navigation within 220 meters from the above mentioned position, point A on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), in Marsamxett Harbour will be prohibited during the dates and times of the fireworks displays as mentioned above. All craft moored within the indicated area (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) are to be removed on the above-mentioned dates and times of the fireworks displays.
Further to the above, a ground fireworks display will be held at The Strand, Tas-Sliema between Saturday, 17th August, 2019, at 11.00 p.m., and Sunday, 18th August, 2019, at 00.30 a.m. The ground fireworks display will be let off from point B, as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
In view of the above, mariners are informed that navigation within 150 meters from the above mentioned position, point B on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), in Marsamxett Harbour will be prohibited during the date and times of the ground fireworks display as mentioned above. All craft moored within the indicated area (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) are to be removed on the above-mentioned dates and times of the ground fireworks displays.
Mariners are to obey instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF channel 12 and any enforcement agency.
Chart affected: BA 177
6th August, 2019
Local Notice to Mariners No. 95 of 2019
Fireworks Display – Feast of St Dominic
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners that aerial fireworks will be let off from Il-Ponta ta’ Sant’Iermu (point A as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) on the dates and times as follows:
On Friday, 2nd August, 2019, from 8.00 a.m. till 8.15 a.m., from noon till 12.15 p.m. and from 7.00 p.m. till 7.15 p.m.
On Saturday, 3rd August, 2019, from 9.00 a.m. till 9.15 a.m. and from noon till 12.15 p.m.
On Sunday, 4th August, 2019, from 8.00 a.m. till 8.15 a.m., from noon till 12.15 p.m., from 7.15 p.m. till 8.00 p.m. and from 9.00 p.m. till 11.00 p.m.
Vessels moored within 200 metres from point A are to be removed and the area kept clear during the displays. The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta will accept no liabilities whatsoever for any vessels that are left lying in the area on the above mentioned date and times.
Instructions and directions given by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF channel 12 and any Enforcement Agency are to be complied with.
Chart Affected: BA 177
2nd August, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 96 of 2019
Filming from Rinella – Malta Film Studios – Clear Horizon – 5th to 10th August, 2019
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and operators of vessels that filming activities will take place in Rinella – Malta Film Studios.
The filming will take place from Monday, 5th August, 2019, to Saturday, 10th August, 2019.
In view of the above a clear horizon is required for filming purposes.
Mariners navigating in the indicated area on the mentioned dates are requested to keep watch on VHF Channel 12 and cooperate with the crew and enforcement personnel in the area.
Any instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF channel 12 are to be complied with.
2nd August, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 93 of 2019
Misuse of Distress Signals
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that, in line with the Convention on the International Regulations Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972, the International Aeronautical and the Maritime Search and Rescue Manual, Volume III, the use or exhibition of any of the foregoing signals except for the purpose of indicating distress and need of assistance and the use of other signals which may be confused with any of the below signals is strictly prohibited.
The following signals, used or exhibited either together or separately, indicate distress and need of assistance:
(a) a gun or other explosive signals fired at intervals of about a minute;
(b) a continuous sounding with any fog-signalling apparatus;
(c) rocket or shell, throwing red stars fired one at a time at short intervals;
(d) a signal made by any signalling method consisting of a group ...---... (SOS) in Morse Code;
(e) a signal sent by radiotelephony consisting of the spoken word “MAYDAY”;
(f) the International Code Signal of Distress indicated by N.C.;
(g) a signal consisting of a square flag having above or below it a ball or anything resembling a ball;
(h) flames on the vessel (as from a burning tar barrel, oil barrel, etc.);
(i) a rocket parachute flare or a hand-flare showing a red light;
(j) a smoke signal giving off orange-coloured smoke;
(k) slowly and repeatedly raising and lowering arms outstretched to each side;
(l) a distress alert by means of a digital selective calling (DSC) transmitted on:
(i) VHF channel 70
(ii) MF/HF (in the frequencies 2187.5 kHz, 8414.5 kHz, 4207.5 kHz, 6312 kHz, 12577 kHz or 16804.5 kHz);
(m) a ship-to shore distress alert transmitted by the ship’s inmarsat or other mobile satellite service provider of ship earth station;
(n) signals transmitted by emergency position-indicating radio beacons;
(o) approved signals transmitted by radio communications systems, including survival craft radar transponders;
(p) a piece of orange-coloured canvas with either a black square and circle or other appropriate symbol (for identification from the air);
(q) a dye marker
The use of the above signals or the use of other signals which may be confused with any of the above signals for reasons that do not relate to indicating distress and need of assistance, are to be pre-notified to the Port Authority accordingly.
30th July, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 94 of 2019
BSJ – Open Water Swimming Championship Race – 7th August, 2019
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies that the Birkirkara St Joseph Sports Club will be organising an open water swimming championship race at Salina Bay.
The race will be held along the course A, B and C (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)),
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35º 56’.932 014º 25’.660
B 35º 57’.168 014º 25’.755
C 35º 57’.148 014º 25’.808
on Wednesday, 7th August, 2019, from 5.30 p.m. till 7.30 p.m.
A rescue RIB and 2 canoes will be accompanying the participating swimmers.
Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate with extreme caution and at slow speed when in the vicinity, on the stipulated date. They are to obey any instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12 and any enforcement agency.
Charts affected: BA 211B, 211A, 2537 and 2538
30th July, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 91 of 2019
BSJ – Open Water Swimming Championship Race – 31st July, 2019
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies that the Birkirkara St Joseph Sports Club will be organising an open water swimming championship race at Salina Bay.
The race will be held along the course A, B and C (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)),
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35º 56'.932 014º 25'.660
B 35º 57'.168 014º 25'.755
C 35º 57'.148 014º 25'.808
on Wednesday, 31st July, 2019, from 4.30 p.m. till 7.30 p.m.
A rescue RIB and 2 canoes will be accompanying the participating swimmers.
Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate with extreme caution and at slow speed when in the vicinity, on the stipulated date. They are to obey any instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF channel 12.
Charts affected: BA 211B, 211A, 2537 and 2538
26th July, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 92 of 2019
Firework Displays in Grand Harbour – Vittoriosa Feast
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that firework displays will be let off from Bighi shore and also from barges moored off Bighi Point (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) on the following dates and times:
From Bighi shore (point A as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)):
On Wednesday, 31st July, 2019, from 7.15 p.m. till 7.35 p.m.
On Tuesday, 6th August, 2019, from 8.30 p.m. till 8.45 p.m.
On Wednesday, 7th August, 2019, from 8.30 p.m. till 8.45 p.m.
From Barges (points P, Y and Z as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)):
On Tuesday, 6th August, 2019, from 8.00 a.m. till 8.10 a.m., from noon till 12.10 p.m. and from 8.30 p.m. till 8.45 p.m.
On Wednesday, 7th August, 2019 from 8.00 a.m. till 8.10 a.m., from noon till 12.10 p.m. and from 8.30 p.m. till 8.45 p.m.
On Thursday, 8th August, 2019, from 8.00 a.m. till 8.10 a.m., from noon till 12.10 p.m. and from 8.45 p.m. till 9.15 p.m.
On Friday, 9th August, 2019, from 9.00 a.m. till 9.20 a.m., from noon till 12.10 p.m., from 7.00 p.m. till 7.20 p.m. and from 10.00 p.m. till 11.00 p.m.
On Saturday, 10th August, 2019, from 8.00 a.m. till 8.15 a.m., from noon till 12.15 p.m. and from 7.15 p.m. till 11.00 p.m.
Shore position:
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35°53'.614 14°31'.256
Barges position:
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
P 35°53'.669 14°31'.200
Y 35°53'.629 14°31'.255
Z 35°53'.678 14°31'.317
Three barges will be towed from their yards and moored alongside Rinella quay on Monday 5th August 2019.
One of the barges will be loaded with fireworks and later, on the same day, shifted and moored in position 'Z'.
The other two barges will then be loaded with fireworks to be shifted and moored in positions 'P' and 'Y' on Wednesday, 7th August, 2019.
The barges will be left in position during the night and will be lit. They will then be shifted first to Rinella quay to be unloaded and then back to their respective yards on Monday, 12th August, 2019.
Vessel owners moored in Rinella bay are to remove their vessels during the listed days, including the 5th, 7th and 12th of August. Transport Malta will accept no liabilities whatsoever for any damage caused to vessels that are left within Rinella Bay in the mentioned dates.
A wide berth of 200 meters is requested from Bighi Shore and from the position of the barges on the days indicated above as the barges will be loaded with fireworks.
Transport Malta will accept no liabilities whatsoever for any damage caused to vessels that are within the 200m distance during the above mentioned dates and times.
Mariners are to navigate with caution and slow speed. Instructions and directions given by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF channel 12 are to be complied with.
Positions are referred to WGS 84 Datum.
Chart affected: BA 177
26th July, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 55 of 2019
Live Firing Practice at Pembroke Ranges – 31st July, 2019 and 1st August, 2019
Extended hours
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies that further to Notice to Mariners No. 2 of 2019, the Armed Forces of Malta will carry out Live Firing Practice on Wednesday, 31st July, 2019, and Thursday, 1st August, 2019, with extended hours between 6.00 p.m. and 11.00 p.m. (Local Time).
The exercise area (LM-D6) is delineated by sector ABC.
From Position A
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35º 55'.540 14º 28'.320 (centre point on land),
a radius of 4 nautical miles to points
B 35º 59'.460 14º 27'.150 and
C 35º 58'.290 14º 32'.190
During the live firing practice red flags (approximate size 2.5m x 2m) will be flown from the shore limits. Mariners are warned to keep as a minimum 4 Nautical miles off the coast when the flags are sighted.
Moreover, any instructions given by Valletta Port Control (VTS) on VHF Channel 12 are to be strictly observed.
Charts affected: BA 2538, 2537, 194
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
26th July, 2019
Local Notice to Mariners No. 84 of 2019
Fireworks – Feast of Balluta – 2019
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies that a fireworks display in connection with the village feast of Balluta will be let off from three (3) pontoons moored in the middle of St Julian's Bay.
The Pontoon will be moored in position A, B and C (as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)), on Friday, 26th July, 2019, in the morning, and will be removed on Monday, 29th July, 2019.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35° 54'.949 014° 29'.665
B 35° 54'.983 014° 29'.710
C 35° 55'.008 014° 29'.745
The dates and times of the displays are as follows:
On Friday, 26th July, 2019, from 9.15 p.m. till 11.00 p.m.
On Saturday, 27th July, 2019, from 10.00 p.m. till 11.30 p.m.
On Sunday, 28th July, 2019, from noon till 12.15 p.m. and from 7.00 p.m. till 11.00 p.m.
All vessels and bathers are warned to keep well clear and maintain a safe distance of not less than 60m from Pontoon A, 100m from pontoon B and 150m from pontoon C during the above-mentioned days and times.
Mariners are to note the above and proceed with caution and at a slow speed on the given days.
The pontoons will remain moored in position during the night and will have flashing lights.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, will not be held responsible or liable in any manner whatsoever for any damages or expenses incurred by any person as a consequence of these fireworks' displays, including for failing to abide and comply with the above directions.
Chart affected: BA 177
Position is referred to WGS 84 Datum
19th July, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 85 of 2019
Fireworks Displays – Feast of St Anne Marsaskala
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies that fireworks displays will be let off from pontoons moored at the inner part of Marsascala Bay. The pontoons will be moored between the two points A and B as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
The pontoons will be put in position on Saturday, 27th July, 2019, at 11.00 a.m., and will be removed on Sunday, 28th July, 2019, after the display.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35° 51'.862 14° 33'.792
B 35° 51'.832 14° 33'.761
Fireworks will be let off on the following dates and times:
On Saturday, 27th July, 2019, from 11.00 p.m. till 11.30 p.m., and Sunday, 28th July, 2019, from 9.45 p.m. till 10.15 p.m.
Vessels within the area hatched in red, on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), are to be removed. All vessel operators and bathers are warned to keep clear from the pontoons during the above-mentioned days and at all times while the pontoons are in position.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, will not be held responsible or liable in any manner whatsoever for any damages or expenses incurred by any person as a consequence of these fireworks' displays, including for failing to abide and comply with the above directions.
All vessels navigating in the innermost part of Marsaskala Bay are to proceed with caution and at a slow speed, on both given days, and give a wide berth to the pontoons.
Chart affected: BA 36, 2538
Position in WGS 84 Datum.
19th July, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 86 of 2019
Swimming event from Kalkara (Smart City) to Marsaskala (Waterpolo Pitch)
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies that a swimming event from Kalkara to Marsaskala is being organised on Sunday, 28th July, 2019.
Participants will depart from the car park at Smart City, Kalkara (shown as point A on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) at approximately 8.30 a.m. They are to swim south-east and finish at the waterpolo pitch at Marsaskala (shown as point B on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)). The swimming event is expected to take around two (2) hours.
In case of bad weather, on Sunday 28th July 2019, the event will be held on Sunday 4th August 2019, at the same place and time.
Four support vessel and five canoes will accompany the participating swimmers.
Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout, navigate at slow speed and keep well clear of the area during the stipulated time giving the swimmers a wide berth. They are to obey any instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12
Charts affected: BA 2538
19th July, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 87 of 2019
Fireworks – Ġużè Ellul Mercer Gardens, Msida Marina, Msida – 2019
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners that Ground Fireworks, Chinese cakes, will be let off from Ġużè Ellul Mercer Gardens, Msida Marina, Msida, position A (as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) on the following dates and times.
On Friday, 19th July, 2019, from 7.30 p.m. till 7.40 p.m.
On Saturday, 20th July, 2019, from midnight till 00.15 a.m. and from 11.30 p.m. till 11.45 p.m.
On Sunday, 21st July, 2019, from 7.00 p.m. till 7.30 p.m. and from 10.45 p.m. till 11.00 p.m.
Masters and owners of vessels that are berthed within 60m from point A (area hatched in red on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) are to remove their vessels during the above mentioned dates and time.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta will accept no liabilities whatsoever for any vessels that are left lying in the area indicated (hatched in red) on the above mentioned dates and times
Mariners are to comply with instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF channel 12 and police in the area.
Chart affected: BA 177
19th July, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 88 of 2019
Further to Local Notice to Mariners No. 83 of 2019 Regarding Diving Survey in front of Lazzaretto
in Marsamxett Harbour
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the general public that further to Local Notice to Mariners No. 83 of 2019 regarding Diving survey in front of Lazzaretto in Marsamxett Harbour, the survey will continue to be carried out between Friday 19th July and Sunday 21st July, 2019, within the same area.
All other information included in Local Notice to Mariners No. 83 of 2019 will remain valid.
19th July, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 89 of 2019
Sailing Regatta in Il-Bajja ta' Marsaxlokk – July 2019
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners that the Birżebbuġa Sailing Club shall be holding its Sailing Regatta in Il-Bajja ta' Marsaxlokk on Saturday, 27th July, 2019, and Sunday, 28th July, 2019.
Races shall be held between 10.00 a.m. and 6.00 p.m. (local time) on both days.
Class races shall be held over two (2) adjacent upwind/downwind courses, centered in the selected sailing area depending on the weather conditions at the time. A chart showing areas A, B and C is found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
The courses shall be defined by inflatable marks of about 1.5 metres high around which the competitors shall have to sail.
Races will be held when no merchant traffic is scheduled to enter or depart from the Malta Freeport Terminals.
Masters of all craft not directly involved in this Sailing Regatta are asked to keep clear of the racing area, especially at each of the turning marks, and observe any instructions that may be given by the race organisers safety craft and by Marsaxlokk Port Control (Marsaxlokk VTS) on VHF Channel 14.
Charts effected: BA 36, 2538
19th July, 2019
Local Notice to Mariners No. 81 of 2019
Raft Moored at Daħlet il-Fekruna – Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that the Mosta Scout Group will be holding a Camp-A-Float at Daħlet il-Fekruna – Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl.
The Camp-A-Float consists of a man made raft complete with a tent on board.
Weather permitting the raft will be moored at Daħlet il-Fekruna – Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl as indicated in position 'A', on chart 1 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), between Wednesday, 24th July, 2019, at 5.00 p.m., and Sunday, 28th July, 2019, at 2.00 p.m.
In case of bad weather conditions, this event will take place at Ir-Ramla tat-Torri, Armier as indicated in position 'B', on chart 2 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), on the same dates and time.
All vessels navigating within the bay are requested to keep a sharp lookout, navigate with caution and at slow speed, and give the raft a wide berth.
Chart affected: BA 211A, 211B, 2537 and 2538
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
16th July, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 82 of 2019
Filming from Rinella – Malta Film Studios – Clear Horizon
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and operators of vessels, that filming activities will take place in Rinella – Malta Film Studios.
The filming will take place from Tuesday, 16th July, 2019, to Friday, 26th July, 2019 (excluding weekends).
In view of the above a clear horizon is required for filming purposes.
Mariners navigating in the indicated area on the mentioned dates are requested to keep watch on VHF Channel 12 and cooperate with the crew and enforcement personnel in the area.
Any instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12 are to be complied with.
16th July, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 83 of 2019
Diving survey in front of Lazzaretto in Marsamxett Harbour
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners that a diving survey will be carried out in the area enclosed by the imaginary lines between A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H and intermediate coast (shown hatched on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)), at Id-Daħla tal-Lazzarett in Marsamxett Harbour.
The survey will be held on Wednesday, 17th July, 2019.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35° 54'.080 014° 30'.176
B 35° 54'.041 014° 30'.146
C 35° 54'.039 014° 29'.151
D 35° 54'.031 014° 29'.145
E 35° 54'.037 014° 30'.134
F 35° 54'.076 014° 30'.164
G 35° 54'.082 014° 29'.153
H 35° 54'.089 014° 29'.159
The survey will be carried out by scuba divers and will be accompanied by a support vessel displaying the International Code of Signals flag 'A'.
Masters and operators of vessels are advised to keep a sharp lookout, navigate with caution and slow speed when navigating in the above indicated area. They are to give the area a wide berth of at least 100m. They are to comply with instructions given by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12.
Chart affected: BA 177
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
16th July, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 79 of 2019
Fireworks Display from a Barge and Pontoons Moored at Il-Qala tal-Għażżenin, il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il
Baħar
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that firework displays in connection with the feast of Our Lady of Sorrows, St Paul's Bay, will be let off from a barge and pontoons moored in the position as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
The pontoons will be moored in position on Wednesday, 24th July 2019, after 9.00 a.m.
The barge will be moored in position on Thursday, 25th July, 2019, after 9.00 a.m.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
Centre of barge 35° 57'.087 014° 24'.136
The barge and pontoons will be left moored in position and will be lit during the night.
The dates and times of the displays are as follows:
On Friday, 26th July, 2019, from 8.00 a.m. till 8.10 a.m., from noon till 12.20 p.m. and from 9.30 p.m. till 10.30 p.m.
On Saturday, 27th July, 2019, from 8.00 a.m. till 8.10 a.m., from 11.45 a.m. till 12.15 p.m., from 6.00 p.m. till 7.00 p.m. and from 10.00 p.m. till 11.30 p.m.
On Sunday, 28th July, 2019, from 8.00 a.m. till 8.30 a.m., from noon till 12.20 p.m., from 7.00 p.m. till 8.30 p.m. and from 9.45 p.m. till 10.30 p.m.
Fireworks will be loaded on their racks on the jetty (shown in red on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)). They will then be loaded on to boats to be transported to the barge and pontoons. This work will be done on Friday, 26th July, 2019, between 6.00 p.m. and 10.00 p.m. Mariners are informed that during these times the jetty cannot be used and no vessel will be allowed to stay alongside the jetty.
All vessels and bathers are warned to keep well clear of the barge and pontoons and maintain a safe distance of at least 200 metres during the dates and times of the displays.
Vessels moored within 200 metres from the barge are to be removed and kept clear during the days and times of the display. The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, will accept no liabilities whatsoever for any vessels that are left lying in the area on the above mentioned dates and times.
Charts affected: BA 211B, 211A
12th July, 2019
Notice to Mariners No. 51 of 2019
Archaeological Zones at Sea – Superintendence of Cultural Heritage
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta would like to remind all mariners that the Superintendence of Cultural Heritage has established a number of protected sites, in line with the Cultural Heritage Act (Cap. 445).
As per the Government Gazette dated 31st May, 2019, No. 615 Cultural Heritage Act (Cap. 455) Declaration of Archaeological Zones at Sea, the following sites have been established.
Wreck Latitude (N) Longitude (E) Buffer Area
(Radius)
Off Il-Ponta tal-Qawra
JU88 35° 58'.484 014° 27'.982 250 m
Off Il-Bajja ta' San Ġiljan
Fairey 35° 56'.102 014° 30'.646 250m
Swordfish
Off Il-Port il-Kbir (Valletta)
HMS 35° 55'.536 014° 33'.916 500m
Olympus
Schnellboot 35° 54'.289 014° 32'.861 500m
HMS 35° 54'.388 014° 33'.371 500m
Trusty Star
Off Il-Bajja ta' Marsaskala
ORP 35° 53'.290 014° 38'.482 500m
Kujawiak
HMS 35° 52'.434 014° 35'.836 500m
Southwold
(Bow)
HMS 35° 52'.349 014° 35'.861 500m
Southwold
(Stern)
SS 35° 51'.469 014° 36'.297 500m
Polynesian
(Bow)
SS 35° 51'.451 014° 36'.392 500m
Polynesian
(Stern)
HMS
Nasturtium 35° 53'.637 014° 42'.612 500m
HMS Russell 35° 54'.198 014° 36'.473 500m
Off Il-Bajja ta' Marsaxlokk
SS Luciston 35° 47'.461 014° 35'.464 500m
In view of the above, Transport Malta hereby notifies that with immediate effect, all commercial vessels intending on carrying out diving operations on the above listed historical wrecks must be fitted with an AIS which must be kept on all the time. Besides the necessary permits from Heritage Malta - Underwater Cultural Heritage Unit, they must obtain clearance from Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF channel 12 or Marsaxlokk Port Control (Marsaxlokk VTS) on VHF channel 14, following a pre-notification.
Compliance with this requirement is mandatory and non-compliance will entail the prohibition of stopping/diving on these sites and/or navigation in general, without prejudice to other applicable penalties and legal proceedings.
The buffer area is considered as a 'NO STOPPING AREA'. Anchoring/mooring will only be allowed to divers' vessels fitted with an AIS and having a special permit as stated above. Masters of diving support vessels are to ensure that the appropriate signals in accordance with the International Convention for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea and the International Code of Signals, are shown at all times. Furthermore, divers/mariners are to note that spear fishing and the use of fishing gear such as set bottom lines, trammel nets, gill nets and entangling nets, encircling nets, demersal pots and traps are prohibited in these areas. Only surface fishing is allowed including trolling lines (rixa) and angling for pelagic fish.
Charts Affected: BA 36, 177, 2537, 2538
Positions are referred to WGS84 DATUM.
12th July, 2019
Notice to Mariners No. 52 of 2019
Live Gunnery Firing Practice from Pembroke Ranges (LM-D01) on 22nd July, 2019
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that the Armed Forces of Malta shall conduct a live gunnery firing practice from the Pembroke Ranges on Monday, 22nd July, 2019. The firing practice will take place between 8.00 a.m. and 4.00 p.m. local time (6.00 a.m. to 2.00 p.m. UTC).
The exercise will take place within the area enclosed by the points A, B and C as follows:
From Position A:
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
35º 55'.900 014º 28'.533
thence on a bearing of 335 True x 8.5 nautical miles to:
Position B:
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
36º 03'.620 014º 24'.100
thence on an arc of a circle radius 8.5 nautical miles centred on position A to:
Position C:
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
36º 00' .150 014º 37'. 600
thence on a bearing of 240 True to position A.
All vessels in the vicinity must proceed with caution and keep at least eight and a half nautical miles (8.5NM) off the Pembroke Coast on the dates and times indicated.
Instructions given by AFM craft patrolling the area, Malta VTS (Malta Coast Radio Station) on VHF channel 69 and Valletta VTS (Valletta Port Control) on VHF channel 12 are to be complied with at all times.
Chart affected: BA 194, 2537 and 2538
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
12th July, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 53 of 2019
Live Gunnery Firing Practice from Pembroke Ranges (LM-D01) on 25th and 26th July, 2019
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that the Armed Forces of Malta shall conduct a live gunnery firing practice from the Pembroke Ranges on Thursday, 25th and Friday, 26th July, 2019. The firing practice will take place between 8.00 a.m. and 4.00 p.m. local time (6.00 a.m. to 2.00 p.m. UTC).
The exercise will take place within the area enclosed by the points A, B & C as follows:
From Position A:
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
35º 55'.900 014º 28'.533
thence on a bearing of 335 True x 8.5 nautical miles to:
Position B:
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
36º 03'.620 014º 24'.100
thence on an arc of a circle radius 8.5 nautical miles centred on position A to:
Position C:
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
36º 00' .150 014º 37'. 600
thence on a bearing of 240 True to position A.
All vessels in the vicinity must proceed with caution and keep at least eight and a half nautical miles (8.5NM) off the Pembroke Coast on the dates and times indicated.
Instructions given by AFM craft patrolling the area, Malta VTS (Malta Coast Radio Station) on VHF channel 69 and Valletta VTS (Valletta Port Control) on VHF channel 12 are to be complied with at all times.
Chart affected: BA 194, 2537 and 2538
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
12th July, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 75 of 2019
Malta International Arts Festival event at Rinella Bay in the Grand Harbour
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a Silk’N Beat event organised by the Malta International Arts Festival will be held on Monday, 8th July, 2019, at Rinella Bay in the Grand Harbour.
Due to this event mariners and owners of vessels are informed that Rinella Bay is to be kept clear from all vessels from Sunday, 7th July, 2019, at 6.00 p.m. to Monday, 8th July, 2019, at 9.00 p.m.
Any vessels found in Rinella Bay on the above mentioned dates and times will be removed at the expense of the owner. No liability whatsoever will be accepted by the Authority for any damage that may be caused while removing the said vessels.
Mariners are to obey any instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF channel 12.
Charts affected: BA 211, 2537, 2538
9th July, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 76 of 2019
Malta International Arts Festival – Barriera Wharf in the Grand Harbour
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that due to events in connection with the Malta International Arts Festival, part of Barriera Wharf has to be kept clear of vessels.
The part of Barriera Wharf which is to be kept clear is indicated on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) shown hatched in red and is to be kept clear on Tuesday, 9th July, 2019, and Sunday, 14th July , 2019, from 6.30 p.m. till 11.00 p.m. on both days.
No vessel will be allowed to berth alongside this part of the wharf apart from the Fernandez 1 during the above quoted dates and time.
Mariners are to obey any instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF channel 12.
Charts affected: BA 211, 2537, 2538
9th July, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 49 of 2019
Live Firing Practice at Pembroke Ranges – 17th July, 2019 – Extended hours
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies that further to Notice to Mariners No. 2 of 2019, the Armed Forces of Malta will carry out Live Firing Practice on Wednesday, 17th July, 2019, with extended hours between 6.00 p.m. and 11.00 p.m. (Local Time).
The exercise area (LM-D6) is delineated by sector ABC.
From Position A
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35º 55’.540 014º 28’.320 (Centre point on land),
a radius of 4 nautical miles to points
B 35º 59’.460 014º 27’.150 and
C 35º 58’.290 014º 32’.190
During the live firing practice red flags (approximate size 2.5m x 2m) will be flown from the shore limits. Mariners are warned to keep as a minimum 4 nautical miles off the coast when the flags are sighted.
Moreover, any instructions given by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12 are to be strictly observed.
Charts affected: BA 2538, 2537, 194.
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM
2nd July, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 50 of 2019
Live Gunnery Firing Practice from Pembroke Ranges (LM-D01) on 18th July, 2019
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that the Armed Forces of Malta shall conduct a live gunnery firing practice from the Pembroke Ranges on Thursday, 18th July, 2019. The firing practice will take place between 8.00 a.m. and 4.00 p.m. local time (6.00 a.m. to 2.00 p.m. UTC).
The exercise will take place within the area enclosed by the points A, B & C as follows:
From Position A:
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
35º 55’.900 014º 28’.533
thence on a bearing of 335 True x 8.5 nautical miles to:
Position B:
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
36º 03’.620 014º 24’.100
thence on an arc of a circle radius 8.5 nautical miles centred on position A to:
Position C:
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
36º 00’ .150 014º 37’. 600
thence on a bearing of 240 True to position A.
All vessels in the vicinity must proceed with caution and keep at least eight and a half nautical miles (8.5NM) off the Pembroke Coast on the dates and times indicated.
Instructions given by AFM craft patrolling the area, Malta VTS (Malta Coast Radio Station) on VHF channel 69 and Valletta VTS (Valletta Port Control) on VHF Channel 12 are to be complied with at all times.
Chart affected: BA 194, 2537 and 2538
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
2nd July, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 71 of 2019
Temporary Fairway in Santa Marija Bay – Comino
Reference is made to:
Local Notice to Mariners No. 9 of 2019 regarding Infrastructure Malta works in various localities in Malta and Gozo.
Notice to Mariners No. 8 of 2017 regarding Fairway established at Santa Marija Bay, Comino.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that due to infrastructural works, with immediate effect, a temporary fairway has been established at Santa Marija Bay, Comino.
The temporary fairway established is the imaginary line A to E to D on one side and the imaginary line B to C on the other. Flashing yellow buoys have been laid at these points (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 36° 00’.995 014° 20’.255 edge of slipway
B 36° 00’.997 014° 20’.260 edge of slipway
C 36° 01’.121 014° 20’.196
D 36° 01’.118 014° 20’.186
B 36° 01’.057 014° 20’.221
The fairway mentioned in Notice to Mariners No. 8 of 2017 is hereby temporarily removed.
Owners of vessels are hereby being instructed that no vessel is to be left unattended within Santa Marija Bay. A floating pontoon has been placed along the northeast side of the slipway (shown in red on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).
This pontoon is to be used only for un/loading operations.
Area next to the pontoon (shown hatched on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) is to be kept clear at all times.
They are also advised to keep a sharp lookout, navigate with caution and slow speed and give the indicated areas a wide berth. They are to comply with any instructions given by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12 and Enforcement Personnel on site.
Charts affected: BA 211, 2537
2nd July, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 72 of 2019
Fireworks Display – Sacro Cour – Tas-Sliema
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that firework displays will be let off in Id-Daħla ta’ Tas-Sliema, Marsamxett Harbour.
Aerial fireworks will be let off from point A, shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) on the following dates and times:
On Thursday, 4th July, 2019, from 9.30 p.m. till 10.30 p.m.
On Friday, 5th July, 2019, from 9.00 a.m. till 9.10 a.m., from noon till 12.10 p.m. and from 8.30 p.m. till 10.30 p.m.
On Saturday, 6th July, 2019, from 9.00 a.m. till 9.30 a.m., from noon till 12.10 p.m. and from 6.00 p.m. till 11.30 p.m.
On Sunday, 7th July, 2019, from 9.00 a.m. till 9.10 a.m, from noon till 12.20 p.m. and from 7.00 p.m. till 11.00 p.m.
In view of the above, mariners are informed that navigation within 200 meters from position A, in Marsamxett Harbour will be prohibited on the mentioned dates and times. All craft moored within the indicated area (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) are to be removed on the abovementioned dates and times of the firework displays.
Ground fireworks will be let off from point B, as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), on Saturday, 6th July, 2019, between 11.00 p.m. and midnight. In view of this ground fireworks display, all vessels moored within the indicated hatched area off point B (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) are to be removed on the mentioned dates and times of the fireworks displays.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta will accept no liabilities whatsoever for any vessels that are left lying in the area on the abovementioned dates and times.
Mariners are to obey any instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12.
Chart affected: BA 177
2nd July, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 73 of 2019
BSJ – Open Water Swimming Championship Race – 10th July, 2019
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies that the Birkirkara St Joseph Sports Club will be organising an open water swimming championship race at Salina Bay.
The race will be held along the course A, B and C (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)),
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35º 56’.932 014º 25’.660
B 35º 57’.168 014º 25’.755
C 35º 57’.148 014º 25’.808
on Wednesday, 10th July, 2019, between 5.30 p.m. and 7.30 p.m.
A rescue RIB and 2 canoes will be accompanying the participating swimmers.
Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate with extreme caution and at slow speed when in the vicinity, on the stipulated date. They are to obey any instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF channel 12.
Charts affected: BA 211B, 211A, 2537 and 2538
2nd July, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 74 of 2019
Fireworks Display from Rinella Bay Sand Kalkara Creek – Grand Harbour
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners that fireworks will be let off from Rinella Bay and Kalkara Creek (Points A and B as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) on the dates and times as follows:
In Kalkara Creek from the area known as “taħt is-swar tal-Posta ta’ Kastilja u t’Aragona” (point A):
On Thursday, 18th July, 2019, from 9.30 p.m. till 10.00 p.m.
On Friday, 19th July, 2019, from 10.00 p.m. till 11.00 p.m.
On Saturday, 20th July, 2019, from 10.00 p.m. till 11.30 p.m.
On Sunday, 21st July, 2019, from 9.00 p.m. till 10.30 p.m.
In Rinella Bay, Kalkara (point B):
On Wednesday, 17th July, 2019, from 8.00 a.m. till 8.15 a.m. and from noon till 12.15 p.m.
On Friday, 19th July, 2019, from 8.00 a.m. till 8.15 a.m. , from noon till 12.15 p.m. and from 10.00 p.m. till 11.00 p.m.
In view of the above, mariners are informed to give a wide berth of 200 meters from Rinella Bay, Kalkara (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) point B). All Vessels within 120 meters radius from the area known as “taħt s-swar tal-Posta ta’ Kastilja u t’ Aragona” in Kalkara Creek (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) point A) are to be removed on the above-mentioned dates and times of the displays.
Mariners are to obey directives issued by the Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF channel 12, and by Police in the area.
Chart Affected: BA 177
2nd July, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 67 of 2019
Diving survey at Id-Daħla ta' Tas-Sliema in Il-Port ta' Marsamxett
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners that a diving survey will be carried out in the area enclosed by the imaginary lines between A, B, C and D and intermediate coast (shown hatched on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)), at Id-Daħla ta' Tas-Sliema in Il-Port ta' Marsamxett.
The survey will start with immediate effect and will be completed by Sunday, 30th June, 2019.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35º54'.331 014º30'.023
B 35º54'.352 014º30'.023
C 35º54'.351 014º29'.956
D 35º54'.267 014º29'.821
The survey will be carried out by scuba divers displaying the international code of Signals flag 'A'.
Masters and operators of vessels are advised to keep a sharp lookout, navigate with caution and slow speed when navigating in the above indicated area. They are to give the above support vessel a wide berth of at least 100m. They are to comply with instructions given by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12.
Chart affected: BA 177
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
28th June, 2019
Local Notice to Mariners No. 68 of 2019
Għaqda Regatta Nazzjonali - Under 18 Regatta - 2019
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners that the Għaqda Regatta Nazzjonali u Qdif Ieħor will be organising the Under 18 regatta in Rinella Bay, Kalkara, Grand Harbour.
The regatta races will be held on Saturday, 6th July, 2019, from 4.30 p.m. till 6.30 p.m.
Four (4) buoys will be laid in positions A, B, C and D, as indicated in chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), to delineate the race area.
Any vessel which is within the designated area, which includes all Rinella Bay, has to be removed by Saturday, 6th July, 2019, at 10.00 a.m.
The buoys will be laid on Saturday, 6th July, 2019, from 10.00 a.m. No vessel will be allowed to enter the designated area unless by special permission issued by Transport Malta. The buoys will be removed at the end of the races.
The positions of the buoys will be as follows:
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35º 53'.845 14º 31'.355
B 35º 53'.656 14º 31'.614
C 35º 53'.612 14º 31'.565
D 35º 53'.800 14º 31'.306
Mariners are advised to obey instructions given by the Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF channel 12 and by patrol boats and Transport Malta Enforcement Officers in the vicinity of the races.
Positions are referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
Part of BA Chart 177 is found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
28th June, 2019
Local Notice to Mariners No. 69 of 2019
BSJ – Open Water Swimming Championship Race – 3rd July, 2019
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies that the Birkirkara St Joseph Sports Club will be organising an open water swimming championship race at Salina Bay.
The race will be held along the course A, B and C (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)),
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35º 56'.932 014º 25'.660
B 35º 57'.168 014º 25'.755
C 35º 57'.148 014º 25'.808
on Wednesday 3rd July, 2019, between 6.00 p.m. and 8.00 p.m.
A rescue RIB and 2 canoes will be accompanying the participating swimmers.
Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate with extreme caution and at slow speed when in the vicinity, on the stipulated date. They are to obey any instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF channel 12.
Charts affected: BA 211B, 211A, 2537 and 2538
28th June, 2019
Local Notice to Mariners No. 70 of 2019
BSJ – Sprint Triathlon Swim – 7th July, 2019
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies that the Birkirkara St Joseph Sports Club will be organising Sprint Triathlon Swim at Salina Bay.
The race will be held along the course A, B and C (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)),
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35º 56'.932 014º 25'.660
B 35º 57'.112 014º 25'.763
C 35º 57'.100 014º 25'.783
on Sunday, 7th July, 2019, between 7.00 a.m. and 9.00 a.m.
A water ambulance, club RIB and paramedics' Jet Ski will be accompanying the participating swimmers.
Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate with extreme caution and at slow speed when in the vicinity, on the stipulated date. They are to obey any instructions issued by support vessels and Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF channel 12.
Charts affected: BA 211B, 211A, 2537 and 2538
28th June, 2019
Notice to Mariners No. 48 of 2019
Live firing practice at Pembroke Ranges – 9th July, 2019
Extended hours
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that further to Notice to Mariners No. 2 of 2019, the Armed Forces of Malta will carry out Live Firing Practice on Tuesday, 9th July, 2019, with extended hours between 6.00 p.m. and 11.00 p.m. (Local Time).
The exercise area (LM-D6) is delineated by sector ABC.
From Position A
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35º 55'.540 014º 28'.320 (centre point on land),
a radius of 4 nautical miles to points
B 35º 59'.460 014º 27'.150 and
C 35º 58'.290 014º 32'.190
During the live firing practice red flags (approximate size 2.5m x 2m) will be flown from the shore limits. Mariners are warned to keep as a minimum 4 nautical miles off the coast when the flags are sighted.
Moreover, any instructions given by Valletta Port Control (VTS) on VHF channel 12 are to be strictly observed.
Charts affected: BA 2538, 2537, 194
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
28th June, 2019
Local Notice to Mariners No. 66 of 2019
Round Gozo Swim – 2019
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners that a swim will take place round Gozo on Saturday, 29th June, 2019.
The five swimmers will depart from Ħondoq ir-Rummien at 3.00 a.m. and swim clock-wise along the route. The swim is expected to be completed by 3.00 p.m.
The swimmers are expected to cross along the following lines at the below quoted times:
from point B to point C (outside Mġarr Harbour) between 3.30 a.m. and 3.45 a.m.,
from point D to point E (outside Xlendi Bay) between 6.00 a.m. and 7.30 a.m., and
from point F to point G between 10.00 a.m. and 11.30 a.m.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 36º 01’.622 014º 19’.528
B 36º 01’.557 014º 18’.410
C 36º 01’.470 014º 18’.113
D 36º 01’.652 014º 12’.712
E 36º 01’.813 014º 12’.498
F 36º 04’.610 014º 15’.523
G 36º 04’.543 014º 15’.848
Points are shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Each swimmer will be accompanied by a support vessel and there will also be an Emergency Rescue Response Corps (ERRC) vessel present.
If due to inclement weather conditions the swim cannot be held on Saturday, 29th June, 2019, it will be held on Saturday, 6th July, 2019, at the same time.
Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate at slow speed and keep well clear of the area during the stipulated times, giving the swimmers a wide berth. They are to obey any instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12 and Maritime Enforcement Officers on the route.
Charts affected: BA 194, 211 and 2537
25th June, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 65 of 2019
BSJ - Sprint Triathlon Swim - 23rd June, 2019
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies that the Birkirkara St Joseph Sports Club will be organising a Sprint a Triathlon Swim at Salina Bay.
The race will be held along the course A, B and C (as shown on chart on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35º 56'.932 014º 25'.660
B 35º 57'.112 014º 25'.763
C 35º 57'.100 014º 25'.783
on Sunday, 23rd June, 2019, between 7.00 a.m. and 9.00 a.m.
A water ambulance, club RIB and paramedic's Jet Ski will be accompanying the participating swimmers.
Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate with extreme caution and at slow speed when in the vicinity, on the stipulated date. They are to obey any instructions issued by support vessels and Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF channel 12.
Charts affected: BA 211B, 211A, 2537 and 2538
21st June, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 47 of 2019
Live firing practice at Pembroke Ranges - 26th June, 2019 - Extended Hours
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that further to Notice to Mariners No. 2 of 2019, the Armed Forces of Malta will carry out Live Firing Practice on Wednesday, 26th June, 2019, with extended hours between 6.00 p.m. and 11.00 p.m. (Local Time).
The exercise area (LM-D6) is delineated by sector ABC.
From Position A
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35º 55'.540 014º 28'.320 (centre point on land),
a radius of 4 nautical miles to points
B 35º 59'.460 014º 27'.150 and
C 35º 58'.290 014º 32'.190
During the live firing practice, red flags (approximate size 2.5m x 2m) will be flown from the shore limits. Mariners are warned to keep as a minimum 4 nautical miles off the coast when the flags are sighted.
Moreover, any instructions given by Valletta Port Control (VTS) on VHF channel 12 are to be strictly observed.
Charts affected: BA 2538, 2537, 194
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
18th June, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 62 of 2019
Navigational Restrictions in the Grand Harbour, Valletta
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners that there will be navigation restrictions in The Grand Harbour, Valletta on Friday, 14th June, 2019, from 3.00 p.m. till 5.30 p.m., in connection with the Southern EU Countries Summit – 2019.
Reference is made to chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
The hatched areas in red, marked by imaginary boundary A, B, C, D and E off Barriera Wharf and by imaginary boundary W, X, Y, and Z off Bighi, will be exclusion zones, while no loitering will be allowed in the channel between the two indicated areas on the above mentioned dates. Furthermore, any vessels that are moored in the above areas are to be removed immediately. No vessel is to remain in these exclusion areas on the above dates.
Mariners are to note the above and contact Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) for instructions prior to any navigation in or out of Grand Harbour on this date. Any instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF channel 12, the AFM, the Police and the Maritime Security Enforcement Unit of Transport Malta are to be complied with.
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
Chart Affected: BA Chart 177
11th June, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 63 of 2019
Voomquest – V2 International Powerboat Championship – June, 2019
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners that the Voomquest – V2 International Powerboat Championship will be held off Tas-Sliema between Friday, 14th June, 2019, and Sunday, 16th June, 2019, weather permitting.
Navigation will be restricted within the area bounded by the imaginary lines joining the points U, V, W, X, Y, Z and the intermediate coastlines each day.
Orange flashing buoys may be laid on Thursday, 13th June, 2019, at points V, W, X and Y (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) and will be left in position during the night.
All vessels are to proceed offshore from the above mentioned orange buoys between 9.00 a.m. and 7.00 p.m.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
U 35º 54'.422 014º 30'.909 Shore
V 35º 54'.514 014º 31'.246 Orange flashing buoy
W 35º 54'.847 014º 31'.412 Orange flashing buoy
X 35º 55'.882 014º 30'.568 Orange flashing buoy
Y 35º 55'.781 014º 30'.019 Orange flashing buoy
Z 35º 55'.134 014º 29'.930 Shore
Races will be held within the area daily from Friday, 14th June, 2019, to Sunday, 16th June, 2019, between 9.00 a.m. and 5.00 p.m. During all other hours vessels are to navigate with caution.
A number of flashing buoys may also be laid on Thursday, 13th June, 2019, within the above mentioned restricted area to show the course, in the following positions A, A1, B, C, D, E, F, G and H, as indicated on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) and they will remain in position during the night.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35º 55'.168 014º 30'.346 White buoy
A1 35º 55'.107 014º 30'.271 White buoy
B 35º 54'.929 014º 30'.563 Red buoy
C 35º 54'.605 014º 30'.844 Yellow buoy
D 35º 54'.606 014º 31'.086 Yellow buoy
E 35º 54'.765 014º 31'.190 Yellow buoy
F 35º 55'.708 014º 30'.482 Yellow buoy
G 35º 55'.701 014º 30'.145 Yellow buoy
H 35º 55'.287 014º 30'.075 Yellow buoy
The buoys will all be removed on Sunday, 16th June, 2019, at 6.00 p.m.
Due to another event on the same dates, a Maritime Exclusion Zone (MEZ) within the imaginary lines J, K, L, M, N, O and the intermediate coastline has been established. No vessel will be allowed to loiter or stop between the race area and the MEZ as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Mariners are instructed not to enter the restricted area on the mentioned dates and times as stated above. They are to cooperate with the organisers and Maritime Enforcement officers in the area. Moreover they are to obey any instructions given by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF channel 12.
Charts Affected: BA 177, 194, 2537 and 2538
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
11th June, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 64 of 2019
Correction to Local Notices to Mariners No. 61 of 2019 regarding Re-Nourishment Project at Balluta Bay
Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 61 of 2019 regarding Re-Nourishment Project at Balluta Bay.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, informs mariners and owners of vessels that are moored or have a mooring within or just outside Balluta Bay that they are to remove them by Sunday, 16th June, 2019, and not as stated due to a typo error.
All other information in Local Notice to Mariners No. 61 of 2019 will remain valid.
Chart affected: BA 177
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
11th June, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 59 of 2019
Seabed Clean-up at Ir-Ramla taċ-Ċirkewwa – 2019
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners that a seabed clean-up operation within Ir-Ramla taċ-Ċirkewwa, in the area shown hatched on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), will be held on Saturday, 8th June, 2019, between 9.00 a.m. and 1.00 p.m.
Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate with extreme caution and at slow speed when in the vicinity, on the stipulated date and time. They are to obey any instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12.
Charts affected: BA 211, 2537, 2538
6th June, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 60 of 2019
BSJ – Open Water Swimming Championship Race – 12th June, 2019
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies that the Birkirkara St Joseph Sports Club will be organising an open water swimming championship race at Salina Bay.
The race will be held along the course A, B and C (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt))
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35º 56’.932 014º 25’.660
B 35º 57’.168 014º 25’.755
C 35º 57’.148 014º 25’.808
on Wednesday, 12th June, 2019, between 6.00 p.m. and 8.00 p.m.
A rescue RIB and 2 canoes will be accompanying the participating swimmers.
Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate with extreme caution and at slow speed when in the vicinity, on the stipulated date. They are to obey any instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF channel 12.
Charts affected: BA 211B, 211A, 2537 and 2538
6th June, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 61 of 2019
Re-Nourishment Project at Balluta Bay
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the re-nourishment project at Balluta Bay is expected to start on Monday, 17th June, 2019, and is expected to be completed by Monday, 24th June, 2019.
The dredger Ave Caesar, the hopper barges San Paolo and San Carlo and work boat Denjul will be involved in this project and are to be given a wide berth where to work.
Owners of vessels that are moored or have a mooring within or just outside Balluta Bay are to remove them by Sunday, 16th July, 2019. Any vessels and moorings that are left in this area after the stipulated date will be removed at the expense of the owner. No liability whatsoever will be accepted by the Authority for any damage that may be caused while removing the said vessels and moorings.
The swimmer zone in this area will be removed during the above mentioned dates.
Furthermore, mariners are reminded that it is prohibited to lay any moorings and ground tackle without the prior permission of the Authority.
In view of the above, mariners navigating in the area are to navigate with caution and very slow ‘no wake’ speed. They are to give the above area a wide berth and obey instructions as given by the Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12.
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
Chart affected: BA 177
6th June, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 46 of 2019
Correction to Notices to Mariners Nos. 42 and 44 of 2019 Regarding Beacon Pole on Il-Ġebla ta’ Ħajra – Destroyed
Reference is made to Notice to Mariners Nos. 42 and 44 of 2019 re-Beacon pole on Il-Ġebla ta’ Ħajra – Destroyed.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, informs mariners that there is a typo error in the Latitude (N) position quoted in the above mentioned Notices to Mariners.
The correct position is:
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
35º 49’.741 014º 32’.911
All other information in Notices to Mariners Nos. 42 and 44 of 2019 will remain valid.
Chart affected: BA 36
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
4th June, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 57 of 2019
Re-nourishment Project at Fajtata, Il-Bajja ta’ San Tumas (Marsaskala)
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Re-Nourishment Project at Fajtata, Il-Bajja ta’ San Tumas (Marsaskala) is expected to start on Wednesday, 5th June, 2019, and be completed by Saturday, 22nd June, 2019.
The project consists of removing sand from the area C, D, E and F by suction pump which will be on MV Gold Dredger and pumping it through a floating pipe to within the area between the imaginary line A to B and the intermediate coastline (hatched in red) as shown on chart on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Mariners are informed that due to the floating pipeline from area A to B and the intermediate coastline to area C, D, E and F, there will be no access between the two areas. All vessels are to pass south of the imaginary line E to F.
Owners of vessels that are moored or have a mooring and ground tackle in Fajtata in Il-Bajja ta’ San Tumas (Marsaskala) within the area B, C, D and E are to remove them with immediate effect. Any vessels, moorings and ground tackle that are left in this area will be removed at the expense of the owner. No liability whatsoever will be accepted by the Authority for any damage that may be caused while removing the said vessels, moorings and ground tackle.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35º 51’.287 014º 33’.937
B 35º 51’.301 014º 33’.960
C 35º 51’.235 014º 33’.917
D 35º 51’.235 014º 34’.028
E 35º 51’.188 014º 34’.028
F 35º 51’.188 014º 33’.917
Furthermore, mariners are reminded that it is prohibited to lay any moorings and ground tackle without the prior permission of the Authority.
In view of the above, mariners navigating in the area are to navigate with caution and very slow ‘no wake’ speed. They are to give the above area a wide berth and obey instructions as given by the Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12.
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
Chart affected: BA 36, 2538
4th June, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 58 of 2019
Re-Nourishment Project at Għar Aħmar in Marsaxlokk Bay
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Re-nourishment Project at Għar Aħmar in Marsaxlokk Bay is expected to start on Wednesday, 5th June, 2019, and be completed by Saturday 22nd June 2019.
The project consists of removing sand from areas A and B by suction pump which will be on MV Gold Dredger and pumping it through a floating pipe onto trucks then transporting it overland to area C (hatched in red) as shown on chart on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Mariners are informed that due to the floating pipeline from area B to the coastline north and east of it, there will be no access and any vessels are to pass only Southwest of area B.
Owners of vessels that are moored or have a mooring and ground tackle in areas A, B and C are to remove them with immediate effect. Any vessels, moorings and ground tackle that are left in this area will be removed at the expense of the owner. No liability whatsoever will be accepted by the Authority for any damage that may be caused while removing the said vessels, moorings and ground tackle.
Furthermore, mariners are reminded that it is prohibited to lay any moorings and ground tackle without the prior permission of the Authority.
In view of the above, mariners navigating in the area are to navigate with caution and very slow ‘no wake’ speed. They are to give the above area a wide berth and obey instructions as given by the Marsaxlokk Port Control (Marsaxlokk VTS) on VHF Channel 14.
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
Chart affected: BA 36, 2538
4th June, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 52 of 2019
Cancel Local Notice to Mariners No. 45 of 2019
Regarding Repair of Slipway at Ġnejna Bay
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners and the general public that the repair works of the slipway at Ġnejna Bay have been completed and therefore Local Notice to Mariners No. 45 of 2019 regarding Repair of Slipway at Ġnejna Bay is hereby CANCELLED.
Charta affected: BA 2537, 2538
31st May, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 53 of 2019
St George’s Bay, Birżebbuġa – Re-nourishment Project
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the St George’s Bay, Birżebbuġa - re-nourishment project is expected to start with immediate effect and be completed by Friday, 20th June, 2019.
The project consists of removing sand from the area C, E, F and G by crane on flat barge and transporting it by a barge to be deposited within the area between the imaginary line A, B and the intermediate coastline (hatched in red) as shown on chart on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Owners of vessels that are moored or have a mooring and rkaptu in St George’s Bay, Birżebbuġa, within the area B, C, G, F, E, D and A are to remove them with immediate effect. Any vessels, moorings and ground tackle that are left in this area will be removed at the expense of the owner. No liability whatsoever will be accepted by the Authority for any damage that may be caused while removing the said vessels, moorings and ground tackle.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35º 49’.903 014º 31’.835
B 35º 49’.942 014º 31’.860
C 35º 49’.893 014º 32’.063
D 35º 49’.846 014º 32’.049
E 35º 49’.833 014º 32’.045
F 35º 49’.812 014º 32’.147
G 35º 49’.874 014º 32’.164
Furthermore, mariners are reminded that it is prohibited to lay any moorings and ground tackle without the prior permission of the Authority.
In view of the above mariners navigating in the area are to navigate with caution and very slow ‘no wake’ speed. They are to give the above area a wide berth and obey instructions as given by the Marsaxlokk Port Control (Marsaxlokk VTS) on VHF Channel 14.
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
Chart affected: BA 36
31st May, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 54 of 2019
Underwater Hazard Alongside Quay at Ħondoq ir-Rummien Bay – Gozo
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that there are several underwater boulders alongside the quay at Ħondoq ir-Rummien Bay, Gozo.
The boulders are in shallow water and hence may cause a hazard to navigation. Therefore, mooring alongside the first 15 metres of the quay and 10 metres out (shown hatched as chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) is not to be used.
Whilst every effort is made to remove these boulders, mariners are to navigate with caution, keep a sharp lookout and navigate at very slow speed when in the vicinity.
Chart affected: BA 211
31st May, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 55 of 2019
Geophysical Surveys between Malta and Gozo
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a geophysical survey will be carried out between Malta (Ir-Ramla tal-Mixquqa) and Gozo (Ras il-Ħobż).
The surveys will be carried out by the vessel MV Goldfinder along the route A to B to C as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt). This survey will start with immediate effect and is expected to be completed by Thursday, 20th June, 2019.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35º 56’.063 014º 20’.616 Malta (Il-Ramla tal -Mixquqa)
B 35º 55’.959 014º 20’.102
C 35º 55’.939 014º 19’.007 Gozo (Ras il-Ħobż)
Mariners and operators of sea craft are advised to keep a sharp lookout and proceed at slow speed while navigating in the above areas. They are to give the MV Goldfinder a wide berth of at least 1.5km as it will be towing equipment behind and therefore restricted in manoeuvrability.
Moreover, they are requested to comply with instructions given by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12.
Chart affected: BA 211, 2537, 2538
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
31st May, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 56 of 2019
Further to Local Notice to Mariners No. 46 of 2019 Regarding Environmental Survey off Delimara –
Core Sampling
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the general public that further to Local Notice to Mariners No. 46 of 2019 regarding Environmental Survey off Delimara – Core sampling, the barge BEZZ V will be used and the completion date is being extended until Saturday, 20th July, 2019.
All other information included in Local Notice to Mariners No. 46 of 2019 will remain valid.
31st May, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 44 of 2019
Further to Notice to Mariners No. 42 of 2019 Regarding Beacon Pole on Il-Ġebla ta’ Ħajra – Destroyed
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, informs mariners that further to Notice to Mariners No. 42 of 2019 regarding Beacon pole on Il-Ġebla ta’ Ħajra – Destroyed, a temporary East Cardinal buoy has been established in position:
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
36º 49’.741 014º 32’.911
All other information in Notice to Mariners No. 42 of 2019 will remain valid.
Chart affected: BA 36
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
31st May, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 45 of 2019
Tal-Ġordan Lighthouse, Gozo – UNLIT
Reference is made to BA Chart 2537 – Gozo, Comino and the Northern part of Malta.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the light of Tal-Ġordan Lighthouse in Gozo, flashing 1 every 7.5 seconds, in the following position:
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
36º 04’.330 014º 13’.100
will be temporarily UNLIT as from Friday, 7th June, 2019, until further notice.
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
Charts affected: BA 2537, 194, 2123, 2124
Il-31 ta’ Mejju, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 50 of 2019
BSJ – Open Water Swimming Championship Race – 5th June, 2019
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies that the Birkirkara St Joseph Sports Club will be organising an open water swimming championship race at Salina Bay.
The race will be held along the course A, B and C (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35º 56’.932 014º 25’.660
B 35º 57’.168 014º 25’.755
C 35º 57’.148 014º 25’.808
on Wednesday, 5th June, 2019, between 6.00 p.m. and 8.00 p.m.
A rescue RIB and 2 canoes will be accompanying the participating swimmers.
Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate with extreme caution and at slow speed when in the vicinity, on the stipulated date. They are to obey any instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF channel 12.
Charts affected: BA 211B, 211A, 2537 and 2538
28th May, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 51 of 2019
Cancellation of Local Notice to Mariners No. 18 of 2019 regarding Semi-Submerged 8m Vessel in Id-Daħla
tal-Kalkara, Il-Port il-Kbir – Hazard to Navigation
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners that the semi-submerged 8m vessel in Id-Daħla tal-Kalkara, Il-Port il-Kbir mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 18 of 2019 in the approximate position:
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
35º 53’.392 014º 31’.384
has now been removed.
Local Notice to Mariners No. 18 of 2019 is hereby cancelled.
Chart Affected: BA 177
28th May, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 49 of 2019
Diving Survey in Lazzaretto and Tas-Sliema Creek, Marsamxett Harbour
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners that a diving survey will be carried out in the area enclosed by the imaginary lines between A – B, C – D and intermediate coast (shown hatched on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)), in Marsamxett Harbour, between Friday, 24th May, 2019, and Thursday, 30th May, 2019, weather permitting.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35º54'.195 014º29'.812
B 35º54'.182 014º29'.747
C 35º54'.273 014º29'.847
D 35º54'.303 014º29'.809
The survey will be carried out by scuba divers displaying the international code of signals flag A.
Masters and operators of vessels are advised to keep a sharp lookout, navigate with caution and slow speed when navigating in the above indicated area. They are to give the above support vessel a wide berth of at least 100m. They are to comply with instructions given by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12.
Chart affected: BA 177
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
24th May, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 42 of 2019
Beacon Pole on Il-Ġebla ta' Ħajra C Destroyed
Reference is made to BA Charts 36 – Marsaxlokk.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners that the beacon pole on Il-Gebla ta' Ħajra in position:
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
36º 49'.746 014º 32'.846
has been destroyed.
Chart affected BA 36.
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
24th May, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 43 of 2019
Live Firing Practice at Pembroke Ranges –
from 3rd to 6th June, 2019 – Extended Hours
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies that further to Notice to Mariners No. 2 of 2019, the Armed Forces of Malta will carry out Live Firing Practice from Monday, 3rd to Thursday, 6th June, 2019, with extended hours between 6.00 p.m. and 11.00 p.m. (Local Time).
The exercise area (LM-D6) is delineated by sector ABC.
From Position A
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35º 55'.540 014º 28'.320 (Centre point on land), a radius of 4 nautical miles to points
B 35º 59'.460 014º 27'.150 and
C 35º 58'.290 014º 32'.190
During the live firing practice red flags (approximate size 2.5m x 2m) will be flown from the shore limits. Mariners are warned to keep as a minimum 4 nautical miles off the coast when the flags are sighted.
Moreover, any instructions given by Valletta Port Control (VTS) on VHF channel 12 are to be strictly observed.
Charts affected: BA 2538, 2537, 194.
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
24th May, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 46 of 2019
Environmental Survey off Dellimara – Core sampling
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that core sampling will be carried out off Dellimara.
The core sampling works will be carried out in the area of Il-Ponta tat-Tawwalija at points A and B as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35º 49'.472 014º 33'.828
B 35º 49'.478 014º 33'.899
Weather permitting the works are expected to commence with immediate effect and completed by Friday, 31st May, 2019.
Works will be carried out from a flat barge which will be accompanied by a small tug boat. The barge may deploy anchors to hold it in position and may remain in the area during the night and it will display the signals in accordance with the Collisions Regulations.
Masters and operators of vessels are advised to keep a sharp look-out, navigate with caution and very slow speed and give the indicated positions a wide berth. They are to comply with any instructions given by Marsaxlokk Port Control (Marsaxlokk VTS) on VHF Channel 14.
Chart affected: BA 36
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
21st May, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 47 of 2019
Filming from Rinella - Malta Film Studios –
Clear Horizon
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners and operators of vessels that filming activities will take place in Rinella – Malta Film Studios.
The filming will take place from Tuesday, 21st May, 2019, to Friday, 30th May, 2019 (excluding weekends).
In view of the above a clear horizon is required for filming purposes.
Mariners navigating in the indicated area on the mentioned dates are requested to keep watch on VHF Channel 12 and cooperate with the crew and enforcement personnel in the area.
Any instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF channel 12 are to be complied with.
21st May, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 48 of 2019
Further to Local Notice to Mariners No. 15 of 2019 Regarding Repair Works on Il-Moll tal-Fekruna – Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the general public that further to Local Notice to Mariners No. 15 of 2019 regarding repair works on Il-Moll tal-Fekruna – Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl, the area has been extended to that shown hatched on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Due to the above works, with immediate effect, the slipway cannot be used until further notice.
Owners of vessels that are moored or have a mooring within the hatched area are to remove such moorings and associated ground tackle as soon as possible. Any vessels and moorings that are left in this area will be removed at the expense of the owner. No liability whatsoever will be accepted by the Authority for any damage that may be caused while removing the said vessels and moorings.
All other information included in Local Notice to Mariners No. 15 of 2019 will remain valid and unchanged.
Charts affected: BA 211A, 211B
21st May, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 41 of 2019
Conservation Areas around Wrecks – Updated May 2019
The Department of Fisheries and Aquaculture has set a number of conservation areas around wrecks.
In view of the above, mariners are to note that conservation areas have been established as indicated below:
Location Wreck Point Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
Wied iż-Żurrieq Um el Faroud A 35° 49'.200 014° 26'.917
B 35° 49'.150 014° 27'.200
C 35° 49'.067 014° 27'.067
D 35° 49'.083 014° 26'.833
Off Xatt l-Aħmar MV Xlendi A 36° 01'.067 014° 16'.967
Cominoland B 36° 01'.083 014° 17'.367
Karwela C 36° 00'.867 014° 17'.367
D 36° 00'.867 014° 16'.983
Marsaskala Tug St Michael A 35° 52'.100 014° 34'.550
Tug 10 B 35° 51'.900 014° 34'.650
C 35° 51'.817 014° 34'.417
D 35° 52'.017 014° 34'.300
Off Qawra Point Imperial Eagle A 35° 57'.983 014° 26'.033
B 35° 57'.833 014° 26'.233
C 35° 57'.683 014° 26'.033
D 35° 57'.833 014° 25'.850
Off Ċirkewwa Rożi A 35° 59'.224 014° 19'.645
P29 B 35° 59'.148 014° 19;.555
C 35° 59'.299 014° 19'.365
D 35° 59'.491 014° 19'.588
E 35° 59'.387 014° 19'.716
Off Xrobb l-Għaġin Blenheim A 35° 50'.267 014° 34'.467
bomber B 35° 50'.117 014° 34'.667
C 35° 49'.950 014° 34'.467
D 35° 50'.117 014° 34'.283
Off Exiles Point Bristol A 35° 55'.617 014° 30'.183
Beaufighter B 35° 55'.467 014° 30'.367
C 35° 55'.300 014° 30'.183
D 35° 55'.467 014° 29'.983
Off Il-Ponta ta' Tug 2 100m radius centred on
San Ġiljan 35° 55'.228 014° 29'.927
South entrance P 31 200m radius centred on
Of Blue Lagoon 36° 00'.540 014° 19'.387
Off Saint George's Anadrian 100m radius centred on
Point 35° 56'.967 014° 30'.466
Off Il-Ponta Barge 1 100m radius centred on
tal-Qawra 35° 58'.743 014° 29'.606
Off Il-Ponta Barge 2 100m radius centred on
tal-Qawra 35° 58'.684 014° 28'.735
Off Ras Scotts Craig 100m radius centred on
il-Qammieħ 35° 57'.853 014° 20'.000
Off Daħlet MV Pippo 100m radius centred on
ix-Xilep 35° 59'.184 014° 23'.702
Off Selmunett HMS Stubborn 100m radius centred on
35° 58'.958 014° 26'.772
These areas are considered as "NO STOPPING AREAS". Anchoring is allowed to divers' vessels ONLY after pre-notification to the Valletta VTS on VHF channel 12. Masters of diving support vessels are to ensure that the appropriate signals in accordance with the International Convention for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea and the International Code of Signals are shown at all times. Furthermore, spear fishing and the use of fishing gear such as set bottom lines, trammel nets, gill nets and entangling nets, encircling nets, demersal pots and traps are prohibited in these areas. Only surface fishing is allowed including trolling lines (rixa) and angling for pelagic fish.
Notice to Mariners No. 11 of 2019 is hereby CANCELLED.
Charts Affected: BA 177, 194, 211A, 211B, 2537, 2538
Positions are referred to WGS84 DATUM.
21st May, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 43 of 2019
Special Mark Buoys Delineating the 200 and 300 metre Speed Restriction Zones
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that in addition to the permanent speed limit buoys, special marker buoys will be placed around the Maltese Islands to delineate the 200 and 300 metre speed restriction zones (10 Knots and 5 Knots) from the shore. The placement of the buoys is seasonal, from June to October, but may still be in place after this date.
BA Chart: 2537, 211A, 194
Special Mark Buoys 1.5 metres in diameter, fitted with a light flashing yellow 1 every 4 seconds and a 2 nautical miles range, shall be placed in the following positions:
Bays Speed Latitude Longitude
A 1 Marsalforn 10 Knots 36º 04'.564 14º 15'.843
A 2 Comino 10 Knots 36º 01'.303 14º 20'.379
A 3 Qawra 10 Knots 35º 57'.732 14º 25'.817
A 4 Dragonara Pt 10 Knots 35º 55'.729 14º 29'.748
A 5 Dragut Pt 10 Knots 35º 54'.500 14º 31'.007
BA Chart: 2537, 2538, 211A, 211B, 36, 194
Further to the above, yellow cylindrical buoys which are 0.9 metres in diameter, flashing yellow 1 every 4 seconds and having a 2 nautical miles range, will be placed in the following positions:
Bays Speed Latitude Longitude
B 1 Ramla l-Ħamra 10 Knots 36º 03'.827 14º 17'.018
B 3 Santa Marija 10 Knots 36º 01'.216 14º 20'.108
B 4 San Niklaw 10 Knots 36º 01'.264 14º 19'.804
B 11 Ċirkewwa 10 Knots 35º 59'.059 14º 19'.789
B 12 Little Armier 10 Knots 35º 59'.627 14º 21'.602
B 13 Armier 10 Knots 35º 59'.527 14º 21'.460
B 14 Mellieħa 10 Knots 35º 59'.153 14º 22'.681
B 15 Mellieħa 10 Knots 35º 58'.809 14º 21'.921
B 16 Mellieħa 10 Knots 35º 58'.466 14º 21'.400
B 20 Mellieħa 10 Knots 35º 58'.190 14º 21'.987
B 21 Mellieħa 10 Knots 35º 58'.394 14º 22'.711
B 22 Il-Mixquqa 10 Knots 35º 55'.965 14º 20'.464
B 23 Għajn Tuffieha 10 Knots 35º 55'.800 14º 20'.495
B 24 Il-Ġnejna 10 Knots 35º 55'.473 14º 20'.354
B 25 Il-Gżejjer North 10 Knots 35º 58'.076 14º 23'.974
B 26 Il-Gżejjer South 10 Knots 35º 57'.942 14º 24'.601
B 28 Ras il-Għallis 10 Knots 35º 57'.400 14º 25'.968
B 29 San Ġiljan 10 Knots 35º 55'.221 14º 29'.857
B 30 Marsascala 10 Knots 35º 51'.907 14º 34'.432
B 31 San Tumas 10 Knots 35º 51'.320 14º 34'.331
B 32 Xorb l-Għaġin 10 Knots 35º 50'.298 14º 34'.030
B 33 St Peter's Pool 10 Knots 35º 49'.903 14º 33'.897
B 34 Delimara 10 Knots 35º 49'.388 14º 33'.857
The following buoys placed at Mġarr ix-Xini – Gozo, Blue Lagoon – Comino, Mellieħa – off the beach, and Xemxija inner, delineate a 5 knots maximum speed limit.
Bays Speed Latitude Longitude
B 2 Mġarr ix-Xini 5 knots 36º 00'.906 14º 16'.445
B 5 Blue Lagoon outer 5 knots 36º 01'.004 14º 19'.226
B 6 Blue Lagoon Fairway 5 knots 36º 00'.973 14º 19'.345
B 7 Blue Lagoon Fairway 5 knots 36º 00'.962 14º 19'.327
B 8 Blue Lagoon Fairway 5 knots 36º 00'.920 14º 19'.356
B 9 Blue Lagoon Fairway 5 knots 36º 00'.852 14º 19'.401
B 17 Mellieħa 5 knots 35º 58'.398 14º 21'.247
B 18 Mellieħa 5 knots 35º 58'.269 14º 21'.299
B 19 Mellieħa 5 knots 35º 58'.133 14º 21'.480
B 27 Xemxija 5 Knots 35º 57'.027 14º 23'.508
Buoys indicate the speed that should never be exceeded and in any case mariners are reminded to proceed at a safe speed at all times subject to the prevailing circumstances and conditions.
Mariners are further reminded that it is prohibited to moor any vessel to any of the above buoys or any other buoy owned by the Authority.
All positions are referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
17th May, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 44 of 2019
RMYC Dinghy Sailing Regatta – off Tas-Sliema
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies Mariners that the Royal Malta Yacht Club will be holding a Dinghy Sailing Regatta on Saturday, 18th May, 2019, from 11.30 a.m. till 4.30 p.m. and Sunday, 19th May, 2019 from 10.00 a.m. till 4.30 p.m., off Tas-Sliema.
This activity will be held within the area A, B, C, D, E and F as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
2m inflatable buoys will be used to indicate the exact course.
Point Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35º 55'.435 014º 30'.447
B 35º 54'.798 014º 31'.422
C 35º 54'.454 014º 31'.167
D 35º 54'.633 014º 30'.826
E 35º 54'.910 014º 30'.515
F 35º 55'.178 014º 30'.093
If the activity cannot be held in this area due to inclement weather, it will be held inside Marsamxett Harbour on the same dates and times.
Mariners are to note the above and give the area indicated a wide berth. They are further instructed to coordinate with the support vessels on site and give the right of way to the participants. Any instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF channel 12 are to be complied with.
Chart Affected: BA Chart 177
17th May, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 45 of 2019
Repair of Slipway at Ġnejna Bay
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the general public that repair work on the slipway at Ġnejna Bay will be carried out from Monday, 20th May, 2019, until further notice.
Due to the above mentioned repair work, the quay will not be accessible on the above mentioned dates.
Mariners navigating close to the above slipway, on the above mentioned dates, are to navigate at very slow speed so as not to make any wake.
Chart Affected: BA Chart 2537, 2538
17th May, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 40 of 2019
Live Firing Practice at Pembroke Ranges – 27th and 28th May, 2019 – Extended hours
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies that further to Notice to Mariners No. 2 of 2019, the Armed Forces of Malta will carry out Live Firing Practice on Monday, 27th and Tuesday, 28th May, 2019, with extended hours between 6.00 p.m. and 10.00 p.m. (Local Time).
The exercise area (LM-D6) is delineated by sector ABC.
From Position A
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35º 55'.540 014º 28'.320 (Centre point on land),
a radius of 4 nautical miles to points
B 35º 59'.460 014º 27'.150 and
C 35º 58'.290 014º 32'.190
During the Live Firing Practice red flags (approximate size 2.5m x 2m) will be flown from the shore limits. Mariners are warned to keep as a minimum 4 nautical miles off the coast when the flags are sighted.
Moreover, any instructions given by Valletta Port Control (VTS) on VHF Channel 12 are to be strictly observed.
Charts affected: BA 2538, 2537, 194
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM
17th May, 2019
Notice to Mariners No. 38 of 2019
Live Firing Practice at Pembroke Ranges – from 22nd to 24th May, 2019
Extended hours
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies that further to Notice to Mariners No 2 of 2019, the Armed Forces of Malta will carry out Live Firing Practice from Wednesday, 22nd to Friday, 24th May, 2019, with extended hours between 6.00 p.m. and 10.00 p.m. (Local Time).
The exercise area (LM-D6) is delineated by sector ABC.
From Position A
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35º 55'.540 014º 28'.320 (Centre point on land),
a radius of 4 nautical miles to points
B 35º 59'.460 014º 27'.150 and
C 35º 58'.290 014º 32'.190
During the Live Firing Practice red flags (approximate size 2.5m x 2m) will be flown from the shore limits. Mariners are warned to keep as a minimum 4 nautical miles off the coast when the flags are sighted.
Moreover, any instructions given by Valletta Port Control (VTS) on VHF Channel 12 are to be strictly observed.
Charts affected: BA 2538, 2537, 194
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM
10th May, 2019
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 39 of 2019
Works in Progress – Breakwater at Il-Ponta tal-Qrejten at Il-Bajja ta' Marsaxlokk
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners that a works in progress area will be established at Il-Ponta tal-Qrejten in Il-Bajja ta' Marsaxlokk.
The works will consist of the construction of a breakwater and works are expected to start on Wednesday, 15th May, 2019.
The area will be delineated by the lines joining the points A, B, C, D and E.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35º 50'.144 014º 32'.744 Land
B 35º 50'.170 014º 32'.797 Buoy
C 35º 50'.170 014º 32'.819 Buoy
D 35º 50'.138 014º 32'.819 Buoy
E 35º 50'.117 014º 32'.750 Land
A silt curtain will be deployed joining the points A, B, C, D and E, as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) and it will remain in position until the completion of the project.
Three lit up special mark buoys flashing yellow will be laid at points B, C and D.
Masters and operators of vessels are advised to keep a sharp look-out, navigate with caution and very slow speed and give the indicated area a wide berth. They are to comply with any instructions given by Marsaxlokk Port Control (Marsaxlokk VTS) on VHF Channel 14.
Charts affected: BA 36
10th May, 2019
Transport Malta
Local Notice to Mariners No. 42 of 2019
Zones Reserved for Swimmers in Malta and Gozo
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies the general public, mariners and owners of vessels regarding the following restrictions in respect of designated zones reserved for swimmers.
These restrictions shall be in place from the date indicated for each area and until Monday, 30th September, 2019.
Mariners and owners of vessels moored within the zones reserved for swimmers are requested to remove their vessels and mooring buoys immediately. Any vessels and mooring buoys left in these areas will be removed. No liability whatsoever will be borne by Transport Malta for any damage to vessels or any damage/loss of mooring buoys and ground tackle that are left in these areas.
The zones reserved for swimmers will be indicated by coloured marker buoys and ropes. The ropes may be kept afloat by marker floats in location up to 2 weeks after the above mentioned dates.
Several bays have access to the beach through launching lanes which will also be marked by floats. Vessels shall only enter through these lanes. No vessel is to be moored inside or approaches to the entrance of these lanes as indicated on the charts shown on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) unless authorised by Transport Malta. Such lanes shall be used solely for embarking and disembarking of passengers and by commercial and water sports vessel operators.
No vessels or objects which may endanger the safety of bathers, including any type of fishing gear/implements, shall be used within a swimmers' zone.
The boundaries of these Swimmers' Zones are as follows:
1. Blue Lagoon, Comino: Refer to Local Notice to Mariners No. 27 of 2018
2. Mġarr ix-Xini, Gozo: Refer to Figure 2
Lines joining points 2A, 2B, 2C and the intermediate coastline.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
2A 36° 01'.214 14° 16'.271
2B 36° 01'.164 14° 16'.331
2C 36° 01'.172 14° 16'.341
3. Il-Bajja tax-Xlendi, Gozo: Refer to Figure 3
A wire rope between points 3A (on Quay) and 3B (near Slipway) and the intermediate coastline.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
3A 36º 01'.839 14º 12'.986
3B 36º 01'.836 14º 12'.997
The boundary of this swimmer zone in Xlendi is a wire rope between points 3C (sandy beach), 3D (off the jetty) and 3E (near Churchill Bar) and the intermediate coastline.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
3C 36° 01'.828 14° 13'.022
3D 36° 01'.818 14° 13'.003
3E 36° 01'.784 14° 13'.021
Furthermore, lines joining points 3F, 3G, 3H, 3I and 3J and the intermediate coastline delineates another zone.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
3F 36º 01'.781 14º 13'.007
3G 36º 01'.789 14º 12'.993
3H 36º 01'.770 14º 12'.900
3I 36º 01'.747 14º 12'.876
3J 36º 01'.737 14º 12'.892
4. Il-Bajja tal-Qbajjar, Gozo: Refer to Figure 4
Line joining points 4A (SW of slipway) and 4B (steps) and the intermediate coastline to the Southwest of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
4A 36º 04'.624 14º 15'.112
4B 36º 04'.596 14º 15'.192
5. Il-Bajja ta' Marsalforn, Gozo: Refer to Figure 5
Line joining points 5A, 5B 5C and 5D and the Intermediate coastline of this line and line joining points 5E and 5F and the Intermediate coastline South of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
5A 36º 04'.505 14º 15'.515
5B 36º 04'.505 14º 15'.533
5C 36º 04'.344 14º 15'.538
5D 36º 04'.332 14º 15'.485
5E 36º 04'.314 14º 15'.493
5F 36º 04'.344 14º 15'.622
6. Il-Bajja ta' San Blas, Gozo: Refer to Figure 6
Line joining points 6A, 6B, 6C and 6D and the intermediate coastline to the Southwest of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
6A 36º 03'.488 14º 17'.965
6B 36º 03'.489 14º 17'.975
6C 36º 03'.465 14º 18'.060
6D 36º 03'.419 14º 18'.070
7. Ir-Ramla, Gozo: Refer to Figure 7
Line joining points 7A, 7B, 7C and 7D and the intermediate coastline to the South of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
7A 36º 03'.693 14º 16'.917
7B 36º 03'.754 14º 16'.879
7C 36º 03'.784 14º 17'.165
7D 36º 03'.725 14º 17'.182
8. Il-Bajja ta' Ħondoq ir-Rummien, Gozo: Refer to Figure 8
Line joining points 8A, 8B and 8C and the intermediate coastline.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
8 A 36º 01'.673 14º 19'.368
8 B 36º 01'.639 14º 19'.387
8 C 36º 01'.615 14º 19'.338
9. Il-Bajja ta' San Niklaw, Comino: Refer to Local Notice to Mariners No. 27 of 2018
10. Il-Bajja ta' Santa Marija, Comino (inner): Refer to Local Notice to Mariners No. 27 of 2018
11. Il-Bajja tal-Armier: Refer to Figure 11
Line joining points 11A, 11B ,11C and 11D and the intermediate coastline to the South of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
11A 35º 59'.390 14º 21'.353
11B 35º 59'.399 14º 21'.397
11C 35º 59'.413 14º 21'.523
11D 35º 59'.387 14º 21'.566
12. Il-Bajja tal-Mellieħa: Refer to Figure 12
Line joining points 12A, 12B, 12C and 12D and the intermediate coastline to the North West of this line and line joining points 12E, 12F, 12G and 12H and the intermediate coastline to the South West of this line.
A minimum safety/navigable clearance distance of 5 metres from these lines is to be maintained.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
12A 35º 58'.530 14º 21'.254
12B 35º 58'.514 14º 21'.267
12C 35º 58'.437 14º 21'.120
12D 35º 58'.460 14º 21'.098
12E 35º 58'.429 14º 21'.039
12F 35º 58'.364 14º 21'.104
12G 35º 58'.005 14º 21'.292
12H 35º 57'.980 14º 21'.349
13. Il-Bajja tal-Mellieħa (It-Tunnara): Refer to Figure 13
Line joining points 13A, 13B and 13C and the intermediate coastline.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
13A 35º 58'.017 14º 21'.429
13B 35º 58'.027 14º 21'.458
13C 35º 58'.007 14º 21'.471
14. Il-Bajja tal-Imġiebaħ: Refer to Figure 14
Line joining points 14A and 14B and the intermediate coastline to the South of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
14A 35º 58'.101 14º 22'.858
14B 35º 58'.094 14º 23'.021
15. Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Selmun): Refer to Figure 15
Line joining points 15A and 15B and the intermediate coastline to the South of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
15A 35º 58'.033 14º 23'.814
15B 35º 57'.847 14º 23'.828
16. Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Tal-Fekruna) − Refer to Figure 16
Line joining points 16A and 16B and the intermediate coastline to the West of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
16A 35º 57'.177 14º 23'.333
16B 35º 57'.147 14º 23'.357
17. Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Xemxija): Refer to Figure 17
Line joining points 17A, 17B, 17C and 17D and the intermediate coastline.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
17A 35º 56'.911 14º 23'.089
17B 35º 56'.897 14º 23'.107
17C 35º 56'.872 14º 23'.078
17D 35º 56'.875 14º 23'.057
18. Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Għajn Rażul – Veċċja Breakwater): Refer to Figure 18
Line joining points 18A, 18B, 18C and 18D and the intermediate coastline and line joining points 18E, 18F, 18G and 18H and the intermediate coastline.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
18A 35º 56'.904 14º 23'.584
18B 35º 56'.950 14º 23'.560
18C 35º 56'.922 14º 23'.459
18D 35º 56'.863 14º 23'.502
18E 35º 56'.833 14º 23'.492
18F 35º 56'.858 14º 23'.495
18G 35º 56'.843 14º 23'.444
18H 35º 56'.832 14º 23'.445
The area between the imaginary line 18E and 18F and the coast East of it, shown hatched, is not to be used by swimmers since it has been declared as dangerous, as per Local Notice to Mariners No. 78 of 2016.
19. Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Għażżelin): Refer to Figure 19
Line joining points 19A, 19B, 19C, 19D and 19E and the intermediate coastline.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
19A 35º 56'.975 14º 24'.010
19B 35º 56'.996 14º 24'.013
19C 35º 57'.028 14º 24'.144
19D 35º 57'.016 14º 24'.289
19E 35º 56'.938 14º 24'.297
The area between the imaginary line A and B and the coast Southwest of it, shown hatched, is not to be used by swimmers since it has been declared as dangerous, as per Local Notice to Mariners No. 17 of 2017.
20. Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Buġibba Square): Refer to Figure 20
Line joining points 20A, 20B and 20C and the intermediate coastline to the South East of this line and line joining points 20D, 20E and 20F and the intermediate coastline to the South West of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
20A 35º 57'.213 14º 24'.892
20B 35º 57'.198 14º 24'.804
20C 35º 57'.136 14º 24'.834
20D 35º 57'.128 14º 24'.832
20E 35º 57'.197 14º 24'.789
20F 35º 57'.187 14º 24'.718
21. Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar, Buġibba (opposite Dolmen Hotel): Refer to Figure 21
Lines joining points 21A, 21B, 21C and 21D and the intermediate coastline and line joining points 21E, 21F and 21G and the intermediate coastline.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
21A 35° 57'.405 14° 25'.044
21B 35° 57'.312 14° 24'.973
21C 35° 57'.292 14° 25'.024
21D 35° 57'.277 14° 25'.022
21E 35° 57'.288 14° 24'.954
21F 35° 57'.260 14° 24'.933
21G 35° 57'.230 14° 24'.961
21H 35° 57'.227 14° 24'.948
21I 35° 57'.225 14° 24'.927
21J 35° 57'.218 14° 24'.909
22. Il-Qawra: Refer to Figure 22
Lines joining points 22A, 22B, 22C, 22D and 22E, and the intermediate coastline.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
22A 35° 57'.562 14° 25'.742
22B 35° 57'.561 14° 25'.742
22C 35° 57'.560 14° 25'.602
22D 35° 57'.433 14° 25'.602
22E 35° 57'.432 14° 25'.586
23. Il-Bajja tas-Salina (opposite Coastline Hotel): Refer to Figure 23
Line joining points 23A and 23B and the intermediate coastline to the South East.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
23A 35º 56'.954 14º 25'.703
23B 35º 56'.925 14º 25'.652
24. Il-Bajja ta' San Ġorġ (San Ġiljan): Refer to Figure 24
Line joining points 24A, 24B, 24C and 24D and the intermediate coastline.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
24A 35º 55'.578 14º 29'.264
24B 35º 55'.631 14º 29'.307
24C 35º 55'.549 14º 29'.348
24D 35º 55'.525 14º 29'.309
25. Ix-Xatt ta' Spinola (opposite Cavalieri Hotel): Refer to Figure 25
Line joining points 25A, 25B and 25C and the intermediate coastline.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
25A 35º 55'.130 14º 29'.583
25B 35º 55'.139 14º 29'.681
25C 35º 55'.149 14º 29'.680
26. Ix-Xatt ta' Spinola (St Julian's): Refer to Figure 26
A rectangular line joining points 26A, 26B, 26C and 26D and the intermediate coastline.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
26A 35º 55'.074 14º 29'.569
26B 35º 55'.090 14º 29'.580
26C 35º 55'.009 14º 29'.667
26D 35º 54'.994 14º 29'.642
27. Ix-Xatt ta' Spinola (Tas-Sliema): Refer to Figure 27
Line joining points 27A, 27B, 27C, 27D and 27E and the intermediate coastline of this line and the line joining points 27F, 27G and 27H and the intermediate coastline South of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
27A 35º 54'.912 14º 29'.831
27B 35º 54'.970 14º 29'.820
27C 35º 55'.080 14º 29'.830
27D 35º 55'.133 14º 29'.872
27E 35º 55'.124 14º 29'.925
27F 35° 54'.924 14° 29'.746
27G 35° 54'.930 14° 29'.747
27H 35° 54'.925 14° 29'.817
28. Tas-Sliema (Font Għadir): Refer to Figure 28
Line joining points 28A, 28B and 28C and the intermediate coastline.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
28A 35º 54'.971 14º 30'.297
28B 35º 54'.940 14º 30'.381
28C 35º 54'.928 14º 30'.373
29. Ta' Xbiex (Marsamxett): Refer to Figure 29
Line joining points 29A, 29B 29C and 29D and the intermediate coastline to the West of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
29A 35° 53'.946 14° 30'.044
29B 35° 53'.942 14° 30'.062
29C 35° 53'.889 14° 30'.045
29D 35° 53'.893 14° 30'.027
30. Valletta − Waterpolo Pitch (Marsamxett): Refer to Figure 30
Line joining points 30A, 30B and 30C and the intermediate coastline to the East of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
30A 35° 54'.070 14° 30'.638
30B 35° 54'.138 14° 30'.724
30C 35° 54'.130 14° 30'.733
31. Il-Bajja tar-Rinella: Refer to Figure 31
Line joining points 31A and 31B and the intermediate coastline to the East of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
31A 35º 53'.656 14º 31'.629
31B 35º 53'.584 14º 31'.609
32. Il-Bajja ta' Marsaskala (Waterpolo Pitch): Refer to Figure 32
Line joining points 32A, 32B, 32C, 32D and 32E and the intermediate coastline to the North of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
32A 35° 51'.979 14° 34'.073
32B 35° 51'.974 14° 34'.074
32C 35° 51'.975 14° 34'.225
32D 35° 51'.996 14° 34'.432
32E 35° 52'.028 14° 34'.507
The area between the imaginary lines joining the points A to B to C and the coast North of it, shown hatched, is not to be used by swimmers since it has been declared as dangerous, as per Local Notice to Mariners No. 19 of 2017.
33. Il-Bajja ta' Marsaskala (opposite Ex Jerma Hotel): Refer to Figure 33
The lines joining the points 33A, 33B, 33C, 33D and 33E and the intermediate coastline.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
33A 35° 51'.913 14° 34'.099
33B 35° 51'.917 14° 34'.103
33C 35° 51'.894 14° 34'.260
33D 35° 51'.802 14° 34'.385
33E 35° 51'.698 14° 34'.529
34. Il-Bajja ta' San Tumas: Refer to Figure 34
Line joining points 34A, 34B, 34C and 34D and the intermediate coastline.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
34A 35° 51'.287 14° 33'.938
34B 35° 51'.255 14° 33'.943
34C 35° 51'.270 14° 34'.110
34D 35° 51'.416 14° 34'.276
35. Xrobb l-Għaġin (Dellimara): Refer to Figure 35
Line joining points 35A, 35B, 35C and 35D and the intermediate coastline.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
35A 35° 50'.490 14° 34'.029
35B 35° 50'.465 14° 33'.968
35C 35° 50'.394 14° 34'.033
35D 35° 50'.415 14° 34'.150
36. Kalanka t-Tawwalija (Dellimara): Refer to Figure 36
Line joining points 36A and 36B and the intermediate coastline.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
36A 35° 49'.435 14° 33'.665
36B 35° 49'.388 14° 33'.625
37. Il-Bajja ta' Birżebbuġa (San Ġorġ): Refer to Figure 37
Line joining points 37A and 37B and the intermediate coastline.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
37A 35° 49'.947 14° 31'.893
37B 35° 49'.879 14° 31'.862
38. Il-Bajja ta' Birżebbuġa: Refer to Figure 38
Line joining points from 38A (Southernmost part of old breakwater jetty), 38B and 38C (the South East part of the waterpolo pitch) and the intermediate coastline.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
38A 35º 49'.408 14º 31'.770
38B 35º 49'.417 14º 31'.822
38C 35º 49'.517 14º 31'.865
39. Il-Bajja tal-Ġnejna: Refer to Figure 39
Line joining points 39A, 39B, 39C and 39D and the intermediate coastline to the South East of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
39A 35º 55'.214 14º 20'.499
39B 35º 55'.244 14º 20'.482
39C 35º 55'.287 14º 20'.585
39D 35º 55'.283 14º 20'.619
40. Ir-Ramla ta' Għajn Tuffieħa: Refer to Figure 40
Line joining points 40A 40B and 40C and the intermediate coastline to the South East of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
40A 35º 55'.782 14º 20'.698
40B 35º 55'.801 14º 20'.588
40C 35º 55'.717 14º 20'.496
41. Ir-Ramla tal-Mixquqa (Golden Sands): Refer to Figure 41
Line joining points 41A, 41B and 41C and the intermediate coastline to the North East of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
41A 35º 56'.074 14º 20'.616
41B 35º 56'.002 14º 20'.488
41C 35º 55'.896 14º 20'.577
42. Il-Bajja taċ-Ċirkewwa (Paradise Bay): Refer to Figure 42
Line joining points 42A, 42B and 42C and the intermediate coastline of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
42A 35º 58'.916 14º 19'.920
42B 35º 58'.962 14º 19'.898
42C 35º 58'.970 14º 19'.974
43. Tigné: Refer to Figure 43
Line joining points 43A, 43B, 43C and 43D and the intermediate coastline of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
43A 35º 54'.321 14º 30'.706
43B 35º 54'.311 14º 30'.689
43C 35º 54'.356 14º 30'.619
43D 35º 54'.367 14º 30'.629
44. Marsaxlokk: Refer to Figure 44
Line joining points 44A, 44B, 44C, 44D, 44E and 44F and the intermediate coastline of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
44A 35º 50'.105 14º 32'.752
44B 35º 50'.102 14º 32'.761
44C 35º 50'.017 14º 32'.724
44D 35º 49'.960 14º 32'.822
44E 35º 49'.936 14º 32'.803
44F 35º 49'.939 14º 32'.797
45. Iċ-Ċirkewwa: Refer to Figure 45
Line joining points 45A and 45B and the intermediate coastline of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
45A 35º 59'.242 14º 19'.777
45B 35º 59'.245 14º 19'.863
46. Spinola Bay (Balluta Bay): Refer to Figure 46
Line joining points 46A and 46B and the intermediate coastline of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
46A 35º 54'.899 14º 29'.628
46B 35º 54'.883 14º 29'.674
47. Salina Bay (Suncrest Hotel): Refer to Figure 47
Line joining points 47A, 47B, 47C and 47D and the intermediate coastline of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
47A 35º 57'.244 14º 25'.458
47B 35º 57'.259 14º 25'.535
47C 35º 57'.196 14º 25'.529
47D 35º 57'.154 14º 25'.481
48. Il-Bajja ta' Birżebbuġa (Qajjenza): Refer to Figure 48
Line joining points 48A, 48B, 48C and 48D and the intermediate coastline of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
48A 35º 49'.918 14º 32'.051
48B 35º 49'.907 14º 32'.056
48C 35º 49'.950 14º 32'.164
48D 35º 49'.960 14º 32'.158
49. St Peter's Pool: Refer to Figure 49
Line joining points 49A and 49B and the intermediate coastline of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
49A 35º 49'.981 14º 33'.735
49B 35º 49'.965 14º 33'.745
50. Kalkara: Refer to Figure 50
Line joining points 50A, 50B, 50C, and 50D and the intermediate coastline of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
50A 35º 53'.450 14º 31'.225
50B 35º 53'.452 14º 31'.228
50C 35º 53'.418 14º 31'.271
50D 35º 53'.411 14º 31'.263
51. Marfa (Ir-Ramla tal-Bir): Refer to Figure 51
Line joining points 51A, 51B, 51C and 51D and the intermediate coastline of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
51A 35º 59'.163 14º 20'.744
51B 35º 59'.166 14º 20'.744
51C 35º 59'.162 14º 20'.758
51D 35º 59'.151 14º 20'.762
52. It-Torri l-Abjad: Refer to Figure 52
Line joining points 52A and 52B and the intermediate coastline of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
52A 35º 59'.604 14º 21'.873
52B 35º 59'.496 14º 21'.855
53. Santa Maria Bay – Comino (inner): Refer to Local Notice to Mariners No. 27 of 2018
The swimmer zones will be laid as follow:
On Thursday, 23rd May, 2019:
Il-Bajja tal-Mellieħa: Figure 12
Between Thursday, 23rd May, 2019, and Saturday, 1st June, 2019:
Ir-Ramla – Gozo: Figure 7
Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar – Buġibba (opposite Dolmen Hotel): Figure 21
Il-Qawra: Figure 22
Il-Bajja tas-Salina (opposite Coastline Hotel): Figure 23
Il-Bajja ta' San Ġorġ (San Ġiljan): Figure 24
Tas-Sliema (Font Għadir): Figure 28
Ir-Ramla ta' Għajn Tuffieħa: Figure 40
Il-Bajja taċ-Ċirkewwa (Paradise Bay): Figure 42
Salina Bay (Suncrest Hotel): Figure 47
Between Saturday, 1st June, 2019, and Thursday, 6th June, 2019:
Mġarr ix-Xini – Gozo: Figure 2
Il-Bajja tax-Xlendi – Gozo: Figure 3
Il-Bajja tal-Qbajjar – Gozo: Figure 4
Il-Bajja ta' Marsalforn – Gozo: Figure 5
Il-Bajja ta' San Blas – Gozo: Figure 6
Il-Bajja ta' Ħondoq ir-Rummien – Gozo: Figure 8
Il-Bajja tal-Armier: Figure 11
Il-Bajja tal-Mellieħa – It-Tunnara: Figure 13
Il-Bajja tal-Imgiebaħ: Figure 14
Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Selmun): Figure 15
Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Tal-Fekruna): Figure 16
Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Xemxija): Figure 17
Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Għajn Rażul – Veċċja Breakwater): Figure 18
Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Għażżelin): Figure 19
Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Buġibba Square): Figure 20
Ix-Xatt ta' Spinola (opposite Cavalieri Hotel): Figure 25
Ix-Xatt ta' Spinola (St Julian's): Figure 26
Ix-Xatt ta' Spinola (Tas-Sliema): Figure 27
Ta' Xbiex (Marsamxett): Figure 29
Valletta – Waterpolo Pitch (Marsamxett): Figure 30
Il-Bajja tar-Rinella: Figure 31
Il-Bajja ta' Marsaskala (Waterpolo Pitch): Figure 32
Il-Bajja ta' Marsaskala (opposite Ex Jerma Hotel): Figure 33
Il-Bajja ta' San Tumas: Figure 34
Xrobb l-Għaġin (Dellimara): Figure 35
Kalanka t-Tawwalija (Dellimara): Figure 36
Il-Bajja ta' Birżebbuġa (San Ġorġ): Figure 37
Il-Bajja ta' Birżebbuġa: Figure 38
Il-Bajja tal-Ġnejna: Figure 39
Ir-Ramla tal-Mixquqa (Golden Sands): Figure 41
Tigné: Figure 43
Marsaxlokk: Figure 44
Iċ-Ċirkewwa: Figure 45
Spinola Bay (Balluta Bay): Figure 46
Il-Bajja ta' Birżebbuġa (Qajjenza): Figure 48
St Peter's Pool: Figure 49
Kalkara: Figure 50
Marfa (Ir-Ramla tal-Bir): Figure 51
It-Torri l-Abjad: Figure 52
For ease of reference chartlets depicting swimmers' zones and launching lanes can be viewed on the Transport Malta website (http://www.transport.gov.mt).
Mariners are reminded that it is prohibited to secure/moor any vessel or object with any marker buoy, ropes and related gear, delineating the swimmers' zones.
All positions are referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
Parts of charts may be viewed on the abovementioned website.
10th May, 2019
Cancellation of Local Notice to Mariners No. 38 of 2019 – Regarding Seabed clean-up at Id-Daħla tal-Kalkara – 2019
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies that the seabed clean-up at Id-Daħla tal-Kalkara has been cancelled and therefore Local Notice to Mariners No. 38 of 2019 regarding seabed clean-up at Id-Daħla tal-Kalkara is hereby CANCELLED.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners that a seabed clean-up operation near Il-Moll tal-Fekruna in Il-Bajja ta’ San Pawl, within the area A, B, C and D shown hatched on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), will be held on Saturday, 11th May, 2019.
Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate with extreme caution and at slow speed when in the vicinity, on the stipulated date. They are to obey any instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF channel 12.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the general public that refurbishment work on the slipway and adjacent quay at Il-Bajja ta’ San Ġiljan (shown circled and hatched in red on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) will start with immediate effect and will remain valid until further notice.
Due to the above mentioned refurbishment, the slipway and quay will not be accessible.
Mariners are to note the above and proceed with caution and at a slow speed when in the vicinity of the slipway while the refurbishment is being carried out.
Cancellation of Local Notice to Mariners No. 19 of 2019 Regarding Semi-submerged 8m Vessel in Tas-Sliema Creek, Marsamxett Harbour – Hazard to
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners that the semi-submerged 8m vessel in Tas-Sliema Creek, Marsamxett Harbour, mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 19 of 2019 in the approximate position:
has now been removed.
Local Notice to Mariners No. 19 of 2019 is hereby cancelled.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners that a seabed clean-up operation in Id-Daħla tal-Kalkara, in the area shown hatched on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), will be held on Saturday, 11th May, 2019.
Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate with extreme caution and at slow speed when in the vicinity, on the stipulated date. They are to obey any instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners of the following changes to the pontoons at Il-Ponta tal-Imsida in Marsamxett Harbour.
The outer limit of the pontoons has been shifted.
1) The northern pontoon from: 35º 53'.837 014º 30'.070
to: 35º 53'.844 014º 30'.062
2) The southern pontoon from: 35º 53'.815 014º 30'.035
to: 35º 53'.816 014º 30'.033
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies that further to Notice to Mariners No. 2 of 2019, the Armed Forces of Malta will carry out live firing practice on Friday 10th May 2019, with extended hours between 6.00 p.m. and 11.00 p.m. (local time).
The exercise area (LM-D6) is delineated by sector ABC.
During the live firing practice red flags (approximate size 2.5m x 2m) will be flown from the shore limits. Mariners are warned to keep as a minimum 4 nautical miles off the coast when the flags are sighted.
Moreover, any instructions given by Valletta Port Control (VTS) on VHF Channel 12 are to be strictly observed.
Charts affected: BA 2538, 2537, 194.
