Transport Malta
Local Notice to Mariners No. 60 of 2022
Laying of Sinkers at Garden Yacht Marina, Id-Daħla ta' Lazzarett
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the general public that several sinkers will be laid at Id-Daħla ta' Lazzarett in Il-Port ta' Marsamxett.
The laying of the sinkers will be carried out between Tuesday, 17th May, 2022 and Friday, 20th May 2022, between 7.00 a.m. and 5.00 p.m. daily.
The sinkers will be laid within the area formed by joining the imagenary points A, B, C, D, E, F, and the intermediate coastline, as shown on the chart on the Transport Malta website (http://www.transport.gov.mt).
Works will be carried out from the barge Gold Dredger and will be assisted by divers.
The barge Gold Dredger will be displaying the international code of Signals Flag 'A' whilst diving operations are being carried out.
Masters and operators of vessels are advised to keep a sharp lookout, navigate with caution and at slow speed (no wake) when navigating close to the above indicated area. They are to keep a safety distance of at least 20m from the above-mentioned area.
They are to coordinate with the contractor on site on VHF channel 13 and comply with instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS.
Chart affected: BA 177
17th May, 2022
Transport Malta
Local Notice to Mariners No. 61 of 2022
Refurbishment Works on Comino Pier at Blue Lagoon
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the general public that refurbishment work on the Comino pier at Blue Lagoon will start with immediate effect and will continue until Sunday, 29th May, 2022.
Divers will be engaged in the works, and they will be assisted by personnel on the vessel Gold Dredger.
The International Code of Signals Flag 'A' will be displayed during the diving operation. A safety distance of 50 meters from the Comino pier is required while works are being carried out.
Masters and operators of vessels are advised to keep a sharp lookout, proceed with caution, and at slow speed (no wake) when navigating close to the above-mentioned pier. They are to co-operate with the contractor on site. The pier will not be accessible while the works are in progress.
They are also to comply with any instructions given on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS.
Chart affected: BA 211, 2537
17th May, 2022
Transport Malta
Local Notice to Mariners No. 62 of 2022
Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 53 of 2022 regarding Diving Survey along the Coast in Il-Port ta' Marsamxett
Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 53 of 2022
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that the diving survey has not been completed within the time as planned. The completion date is therefore being extended to the end of May 2022.
Local Notice to Mariners No. 53 of 2022 is to be amended accordingly.
All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 53 of 2022 will remain valid.
Chart affected: BA 177
17th May, 2022
Transport Malta
Local Notice to Mariners No. 63 of 2022
Repair Works on the Road and Quay at Il-Qala tal-Mistra in Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the general public that repair works are to be carried out on part of the road and quay at Il-Qala tal-Mistra in Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl.
The works will start with immediate effect and are expected to be completed by Sunday, 29th May, 2022.
A silt curtain will be laid along the imaginary line joining points A, B, C, D, E, and F as shown on the chart found on the Transport Malta website (http://www.transport.gov.mt)
Owners of vessels that are moored or have a mooring within the area of 10 meters from the quay, are to remove such moorings and associated ground tackle with immediate effect.
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.
The quay cannot be used during this period due to the silt curtain.
Masters and vessel operators are to keep a sharp lookout and navigate at very slow speed (no wake) when in proximity of the above-mentioned area.
They are also to comply with any instructions given on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS.
Charts affected: BA 211, 2537, 2538
17th May, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 24 of 2022
Departure of Oil Rig 'Key Singapore'
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the oil rig 'Key Singapore' has DEPARTED from the following position:
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
35° 55'.400 014° 49'.300
Notice to Mariners No. 2 of 2021 is hereby CANCELLED.
Position is referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
Chart affected: BA 194
17th May, 2022
Transport Malta
Local Notice to Mariners No. 56 of 2022
Zones Reserved for Swimmers in Malta and Gozo
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies all mariners, owners of vessels and bathers 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 Friday, 30th September, 2022.
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 abovementioned dates.
Within several bays, access to the beach will be provided through launching lanes, which will also be marked by floats. Any vessels, needing to access the beach, shall only do so through the launching lanes. No vessel is to be moored close to the approaches to the entrance or inside the launching lanes 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. 44 of 2022
2. Mġarr ix-Xini, Gozo: Refer to Figure 2
Lines joining points 2A, 2B and 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 delineate 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. Ir-Ramla, Gozo: Refer to Figure 6
Line joining points 6A, 6B, 6C and 6D and the intermediate coastline to the south of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
6A 36º 03'.693 14º 16'.917
6B 36º 03'.754 14º 16'.879
6C 36º 03'.784 14º 17'.165
6D 36º 03'.725 14º 17'.182
7. Il-Bajja ta' San Blas, Gozo: Refer to Figure 7
Line joining points 7A, 7B, 7C and 7D and the intermediate coastline to the southwest of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
7A 36º 03'.488 14º 17'.965
7B 36º 03'.489 14º 17'.975
7C 36º 03'.465 14º 18'.060
7D 36º 03'.419 14º 18'.070
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'.629 14º 19'.393
8 C 36º 01'.615 14º 19'.338
9. Il-Bajja ta' San Niklaw, Comino: Refer to Local Notice to Mariners No. 44 of 2022
10. Il-Bajja ta' Santa Marija, Comino (inner and outer): Refer to Local Notice to Mariners No. 44 of 2022
11. Ċirkewwa: Refer to Figure 11
Line joining points 11A and 11B and the intermediate coastline of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
11A 35º 59'.242 14º 19'.777
11B 35º 59'.245 14º 19'.863
12. Marfa (Ir-Ramla tal-Bir): Refer to Figure 12
Line joining points 12A and 12B and the intermediate coastline of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
12A 35º 59'.171 014º 20'.755
12B 35º 59'.166 014º 20'.741
13. Il-Bajja tal-Mellieħa (Ramlet il-Qortin): Refer to Figure 13
Line joining points 13A, 13B, and 13C and the intermediate coastline of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
13A 35º 59'.222 014º 21'.021
13B 35º 59'.265 014º 21'.048
13C 35º 59'.251 014º 21'.105
14. Il-Bajja tal-Armier: Refer to Figure 14
Line joining points 14A, 14B ,14C and 14D and the intermediate coastline to the south of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
14A 35º 59'.390 14º 21'.353
14B 35º 59'.399 14º 21'.397
14C 35º 59'.413 14º 21'.523
14D 35º 59'.387 14º 21'.566
15. Ir-Ramla tat-Torri: Refer to Figure 15
Line joining points 15A and 15B and the intermediate coastline of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
15A 35º 59'.604 14º 21'.873
15B 35º 59'.496 14º 21'.855
16. Il-Bajja tal-Mellieħa: Refer to Figure 16
Line joining points 16A, 16B, 16C and 16D and the intermediate coastline to the North West of this line and line joining points 16E, 16F, 16G and 16H 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)
16A 35º 58'.530 14º 21'.254
16B 35º 58'.514 14º 21'.267
16C 35º 58'.437 14º 21'.120
16D 35º 58'.460 14º 21'.098
16E 35º 58'.429 14º 21'.039
16F 35º 58'.364 14º 21'.104
16G 35º 58'.005 14º 21'.292
16H 35º 57'.980 14º 21'.349
17. Il-Bajja tal-Mellieħa (It-Tunnara): Refer to Figure 17
Line joining points 17A, 17B and 17C and the intermediate coastline.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
17A 35º 58'.017 14º 21'.429
17B 35º 58'.027 14º 21'.458
17C 35º 58'.007 14º 21'.471
18. Il-Bajja tal-Imġiebaħ: Refer to Figure 18
Line joining points 18A, 18B, 18C and the intermediate coastline to the south of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
18A 35º 58'.089 014º 22'.889
18B 35º 58'.099 014º 22'.890
18C 35º 58'.094 014º 23'.021
19. Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Selmun): Refer to Figure 19
Line joining points 19A and 19B and the intermediate coastline to the south of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
19A 35º 58'.033 14º 23'.814
19B 35º 57'.847 14º 23'.828
20. Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Tal-Fekruna): Refer to Figure 20
Line joining points 20A and 20B and the intermediate coastline to the West of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
20A 35º 57'.177 14º 23'.333
20B 35º 57'.147 14º 23'.357
21. Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Xemxija): Refer to Figure 21
Line joining points 21A, 21B, 21C and 21D and the intermediate coastline.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
21A 35º 56'.911 14º 23'.089
21B 35º 56'.897 14º 23'.107
21C 35º 56'.872 14º 23'.078
21D 35º 56'.875 14º 23'.057
22. Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Għajn Rażul – Veċċja Breakwater): Refer to Figure 22
Line joining points 22A, 22B, 22C and 22D and the intermediate coastline and line joining points 22E, 22F, 22G and 22H and the intermediate coastline.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
22A 35º 56'.904 14º 23'.584
22B 35º 56'.950 14º 23'.560
22C 35º 56'.922 14º 23'.459
22D 35º 56'.863 14º 23'.502
22E 35º 56'.833 14º 23'.492
22F 35º 56'.858 14º 23'.495
22G 35º 56'.843 14º 23'.444
22H 35º 56'.832 14º 23'.445
The area between the imaginary line 22E and 22F 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. 2 of 2020.
23. Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Għażżelin): Refer to Figure 23
Line joining points 23A, 23B, 23C, 23D and 23E and the intermediate coastline.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
23A 35º 56'.975 14º 24'.010
23B 35º 56'.996 14º 24'.013
23C 35º 57'.028 14º 24'.144
23D 35º 57'.016 14º 24'.289
23E 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. 2 of 2020.
24. Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Buġibba Square): Refer to Figure 24
Line joining points 24A, 24B and 24C and the intermediate coastline to the South East of this line and line joining points 24D, 24E and 24F and the intermediate coastline to the South West of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
24A 35º 57'.213 14º 24'.892
24B 35º 57'.198 14º 24'.804
24C 35º 57'.136 14º 24'.834
24D 35º 57'.128 14º 24'.832
24E 35º 57'.197 14º 24'.789
24F 35º 57'.187 14º 24'.718
25. Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar, Buġibba (opposite Dolmen Hotel): Refer to Figure 25
Lines joining points 25A, 25B, 25C and 25D and the intermediate coastline and line joining points 25E, 25F and 25G and the intermediate coastline and line joining points 25H, 25I and 25J and the intermediate coastline.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
25A 35° 57'.405 14° 25'.044
25B 35° 57'.312 14° 24'.973
25C 35° 57'.292 14° 25'.024
25D 35° 57'.277 14° 25'.022
25E 35° 57'.288 14° 24'.954
25F 35° 57'.260 14° 24'.933
25G 35° 57'.230 14° 24'.961
25H 35° 57'.227 14° 24'.948
25I 35° 57'.225 14° 24'.927
25J 35° 57'.218 14° 24'.909
26. Qawra: Refer to Figure 26
Lines joining points 26A, 26B, 26C, 26D and 26E, and the intermediate coastline.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
26A 35° 57'.562 14° 25'.742
26B 35° 57'.561 14° 25'.742
26C 35° 57'.560 14° 25'.602
26D 35° 57'.433 14° 25'.602
26E 35° 57'.432 14° 25'.586
27. Il-Bajja tas-Salina (opposite Suncrest Hotel): Refer to Figure 27
Line joining points 27A, 27B, 27C and 27D and the intermediate coastline of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
27A 35º 57'.244 14º 25'.458
27B 35º 57'.259 14º 25'.535
27C 35º 57'.196 14º 25'.529
27D 35º 57'.154 14º 25'.481
28. Il-Bajja tas-Salina (opposite ex Coastline Hotel): Refer to Figure 28
Line joining points 28A and 28B and the intermediate coastline to the South East.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
28A 35º 56'.954 14º 25'.703
28B 35º 56'.925 14º 25'.652
29. Il-Bajja ta' San Ġorġ (San Ġiljan): Refer to Figure 29
Line joining points 29A, 29B, 29C and 29D and the intermediate coastline.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
29A 35º 55'.578 14º 29'.264
29B 35º 55'.593 14º 29'.307
29C 35º 55'.549 14º 29'.348
29D 35º 55'.525 14º 29'.309
30. Ix-Xatt ta' Spinola (opposite Cavalieri Hotel): Refer to Figure 30
Line joining points 30A, 30B and 30C and the intermediate coastline.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
30A 35º 55'.130 14º 29'.583
30B 35º 55'.139 14º 29'.681
30C 35º 55'.149 14º 29'.680
31. Ix-Xatt ta' Spinola (St Julian's): Refer to Figure 31
A rectangular line joining points 31A, 31B, 31C and 31D and the intermediate coastline.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
31A 35º 55'.074 14º 29'.569
31B 35º 55'.090 14º 29'.580
31C 35º 55'.009 14º 29'.667
31D 35º 54'.994 14º 29'.642
32. Il-Bajja ta' Spinola (Balluta Bay): Refer to Figure 32
Line joining points 32A and 32B and the intermediate coastline of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
32A 35º 54'.899 14º 29'.628
32B 35º 54'.883 14º 29'.674
33. Ix-Xatt ta' Spinola (Tas-Sliema): Refer to Figure 33
Line joining points 33A, 33B, 33C, 33D and 33E and the intermediate coastline of this line and the line joining points 33F, 33G and 33H and the intermediate coastline south of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
33A 35º 54'.912 14º 29'.831
33B 35º 54'.970 14º 29'.820
33C 35º 55'.080 14º 29'.830
33D 35º 55'.133 14º 29'.872
33E 35º 55'.124 14º 29'.925
33F 35° 54'.924 14° 29'.746
33G 35° 54'.930 14° 29'.747
33H 35° 54'.925 14° 29'.817
34. Tas-Sliema (Font Għadir): Refer to Figure 34
Line joining points 34A, 34B and 34C and the intermediate coastline.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
34A 35º 54'.971 14º 30'.297
34B 35º 54'.940 14º 30'.381
34C 35º 54'.928 14º 30'.373
35. Tigné: Refer to Figure 35
Line joining points 35A, 35B, 35C and 35D and the intermediate coastline of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
35A 35º 54'.321 014º 30'.706
35B 35º 54'.311 014º 30'.689
35C 35º 54'.356 014º 30'.619
35D 35º 54'.367 014º 30'.629
36. Il-Bajja ta' Marsaskala (Waterpolo Pitch): Refer to Figure 36
Line joining points 36A, 36B, 36C, 36D and 36E and the intermediate coastline to the North of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
36A 35° 51'.979 14° 34'.073
36B 35° 51'.974 14° 34'.074
36C 35° 51'.975 14° 34'.225
36D 35° 51'.996 14° 34'.432
36E 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. 2 of 2020.
37. Il-Bajja ta' Marsaskala (opposite ex Jerma Hotel): Refer to Figure 37
The lines joining the points 37A, 37B, 37C, 37D and 37E and the intermediate coastline.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
37A 35° 51'.913 14° 34'.099
37B 35° 51'.917 14° 34'.103
37C 35° 51'.894 14° 34'.260
37D 35° 51'.802 14° 34'.385
37E 35° 51'.698 14° 34'.529
38. Il-Bajja ta' San Tumas (Outer): Refer to Figure 38
Line joining points 38A, 38B, 38C and 38D and the intermediate coastline.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
38A 35° 51'.287 14° 33'.938
38B 35° 51'.255 14° 33'.943
38C 35° 51'.270 14° 34'.110
38D 35° 51'.416 14° 34'.276
39. Il-Bajja ta' San Tumas (Inner): Refer to Figure 39
Line joining points 39A, 39B, and 39C and the intermediate coastline of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
39A 35º 51'.216 014º 33'.798
39B 35º 51'.215 014º 33'.809
39C 35º 51'.163 014º 33'.804
40. Xrobb l-Għaġin (Dellimara): Refer to Figure 40
Line joining points 40A, 40B, 40C and 40D and the intermediate coastline.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
40A 35° 50'.490 14° 34'.029
40B 35° 50'.465 14° 33'.968
40C 35° 50'.394 14° 34'.033
40D 35° 50'.415 14° 34'.150
41. St Peter's Pool: Refer to Figure 41
Line joining points 41A and 41B and the intermediate coastline of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
41A 35º 49'.981 14º 33'.735
41B 35º 49'.965 14º 33'.745
42. Il-Kalanka tat-Tumbrell: Refer to Figure 42
Line joining points 42A, and 42B and the intermediate coastline of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
42A 35º 49'.869 014º 33'.737
42B 35º 49'.832 014º 33'.726
43. Il-Kalanka t-Tawwalija (Dellimara): Refer to Figure 43
Line joining points 43A and 43B and the intermediate coastline.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
43A 35° 49'.435 14° 33'.665
43B 35° 49'.388 14° 33'.625
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. Il-Bajja ta' Birżebbuġa (Qajjenza): Refer to Figure 45
Line joining points 45A, 45B, 45C and 45D and the intermediate coastline of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
45A 35º 49'.918 14º 32'.051
45B 35º 49'.907 14º 32'.056
45C 35º 49'.950 14º 32'.164
45D 35º 49'.960 14º 32'.158
46. Il-Bajja ta' Birżebbuġa (San Ġorġ): Refer to Figure 46
Line joining points 46A and 46B and the intermediate coastline.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
46A 35° 49'.947 14° 31'.893
46B 35° 49'.879 14° 31'.862
47. Il-Bajja ta' Birżebbuġa (Pretty Bay): Refer to Figure 47
Line joining points from 47A (Southern most part of old breakwater jetty), 47B and 47C (the southeast part of the waterpolo pitch) and the intermediate coastline.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
47A 35º 49'.408 14º 31'.770
47B 35º 49'.417 14º 31'.822
47C 35º 49'.517 14º 31'.865
48. Il-Bajja tal-Ġnejna: Refer to Figure 48
Line joining points 48A, 48B, 48C and 48D and the intermediate coastline to the South East of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
48A 35º 55'.214 14º 20'.499
48B 35º 55'.244 14º 20'.482
48C 35º 55'.287 14º 20'.585
48D 35º 55'.283 14º 20'.619
49. Ir-Ramla ta' Għajn Tuffieħa: Refer to Figure 49
Line joining points 49A 49B and 49C and the intermediate coastline to the southeast of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
49A 35º 55'.782 14º 20'.698
49B 35º 55'.801 14º 20'.588
49C 35º 55'.717 14º 20'.496
50. Ir-Ramla tal-Mixquqa (Golden Sands): Refer to Figure 50
Line joining points 50A, 50B and 50C and the intermediate coastline to the northeast of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
50A 35º 56'.074 14º 20'.616
50B 35º 56'.002 14º 20'.488
50C 35º 55'.896 14º 20'.577
51. Il-Bajja taċ-Ċirkewwa (Paradise Bay): Refer to Figure 51
Line joining points 51A, 51B and 51C and the intermediate coastline of this line.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
51A 35º 58'.916 14º 19'.920
51B 35º 58'.962 14º 19'.898
51C 35º 58'.970 14º 19'.974
52. Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Tal-Fekruna – Outer): Refer to Figure 52
Line joining points 52A, 52B, 52C and 52D and the intermediate coastline.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
52A 35º 57'.037 14º 23'.273
52B 35º 57'.031 14º 23'.277
52C 35º 57'.025 14º 23'.262
52D 35º 57'.032 14º 23'.258
The ropes with buoys to indicate the swimmer zones will be laid as follows:
On Saturday, 21st May, 2022 – effective date Saturday, 21st May, 2022
Il-Bajja tal-Mellieħa: Figure 16
Between Saturday, 21st May, 2022, and Tuesday, 31st May, 2022 – effective date Saturday, 21st May, 2022
Ir-Ramla – Gozo: Figure 6
Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar – Buġibba (opposite Dolmen Hotel): Figure 25
Il-Qawra: Figure 26
Il-Bajja tas-Salina (opposite Suncrest Hotel): Figure 27
Il-Bajja tas-Salina (opposite Ex Coastline Hotel): Figure 28
Il-Bajja ta' San Ġorġ (St Julian's): Figure 29
Tas-Sliema (Font Għadir): Figure 34
Ir-Ramla ta' Għajn Tuffieħa: Figure 49
Il-Bajja taċ-Ċirkewwa (Paradise Bay): Figure 51
between Tuesday, 31st May, 2022 and Saturday, 4th June, 2022 – effective date Tuesday, 31st May, 2022
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 7
Il-Bajja ta' Ħondoq ir-Rummien – Gozo: Figure 8
Iċ-Ċirkewwa: Figure 11
Marfa (Ir-Ramla tal-Bir): Figure 12
Il-Bajja tal-Mellieħa (Ramlet il-Qortin): Figure 13
Il-Bajja tal-Armier: Figure 14
Ir-Ramla tat-Torri: Figure 15
Il-Bajja tal-Mellieħa – It-Tunnara: Figure 17
Il-Bajja tal-Imġiebaħ: Figure 18
Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Selmun): Figure 19
Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Tal-Fekruna): Figure 20
Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Xemxija): Figure 21
Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Għajn Rażul – Veċċja Breakwater): Figure 22
Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Għażżelin): Figure 23
Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Buġibba Square): Figure 24
Ix-Xatt ta' Spinola (opposite Cavallieri Hotel): Figure 30
Ix-Xatt ta' Spinola (St Julian's): Figure 31
Il-Bajja ta' Spinola (Balluta Bay): Figure 32
Ix-Xatt ta' Spinola (Tas-Sliema): Figure 33
Tigné: Figure 35
Il-Bajja ta' Marsaskala (Waterpolo Pitch): Figure 36
Il-Bajja ta' Marsaskala (opposite ex Jerma Hotel): Figure 37
Il-Bajja ta' San Tumas (Outer): Figure 38
Il-Bajja ta' San Tumas (Inner): Figure 39
Xrobb l-Għaġin (Dellimara): Figure 40
St Peter's Pool: Figure 41
Kalanka tat-Tumbrell: Figure 42
Kalanka t-Tawwalija (Dellimara): Figure 43
Marsaxlokk: Figure 44
Il-Bajja ta' Birżebbuġa (Qajjenza): Figure 45
Il-Bajja ta' Birżebbuġa (San Ġorġ): Figure 46
Il-Bajja ta' Birżebbuġa (Pretty Bay): Figure 47
Il-Bajja tal-Ġnejna: Figure 48
Ir-Ramla tal-Mixquqa (Golden Sands): Figure 50
Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Tal-Fekruna – outer): Figure 52
For ease of reference, charts depicting swimmers' zones and launching lanes can be viewed on the Transport Malta website (http://www.transport.gov.mt).
While the effective dates of the swimmer zones are those indicated above, due to the current situation the deployment of the ropes and buoys indicating the swimmer zones may be delayed.
Mariners are advised to keep a good lookout and navigate with caution and at slow speed when in the vicinity of the abovementioned areas. They are also reminded that it is prohibited to secure/moor any vessel or object with any marker buoy, ropes and related gear delineating the swimmer's zones.
A minimum safety distance of 5 metres from the swimmers' zone is to be maintained.
For the benefit and safety of all bathers and mariners, Transport Malta urges all visitors and commercial vessels to adhere to these arrangements. Enforcement officers will be regularly patrolling the area. Any offender, on conviction, shall be liable to the fines (multa) as laid down in the second column to the Third Schedule of the Small Ships Regulations, as amended.
All positions are referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
Parts of charts may be viewed on the abovementioned website.
13th May, 2022
Transport Malta
Local Notice to Mariners No. 57 of 2022
Swimming event from Marfa – Malta to Ħondoq ir-Rummien – Gozo
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a swimming event starting from Malta and finishing in Gozo will be held on Sunday, 15th May, 2022.
The participants will depart from Marfa – Ir-Ramla tal-Bir (Malta), point A, at approximately 7.30 a.m. and finish at Ħondoq ir-Rummien (Gozo), point G at approximately 11.00 a.m. They will be following the route along the points A, B, C, D, E, F, and G as shown on the chart on the Transport Malta website (http://www.transport.gov.mt).
They will be supported by the vessel Goldmine.
Il-Fliegu ta' Kemmuna will be restricted to navigation from 7.30 a.m. to 9.30 a.m, and
Il-Fliegu ta' Għawdex will be restricted to navigation from 9.15 a.m to 11.00 a.m.
If the swimming event cannot be held on the date mentioned, other attempts will be held on Saturday 21st, or Sunday 22nd, or Sunday, 29th May, 2022, depending on the sea conditions, at the same time.
Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout, to proceed at slow speed and to keep well clear of the area during the stipulated date and time, giving the swimmers and support vessel a wide berth. They are to observe closely, any instructions issued on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS and by any maritime enforcement assets in the area.
Charts affected: BA 211A, 2537 and 2538
13th May, 2022
Transport Malta
Local Notice to Mariners No. 58 of 2022
Fireworks Display from the Chop House, Tignè – 16th May, 2022
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a 3-minute fireworks display will be let off from the foreshore off 'Chop House' on Monday, 16th May, 2022. The display will be centred at Point A (as shown on the chart on the Transport Malta website (http://www.transport.gov.mt)) in the approximate following position:
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35° 54'.332 14° 30'.735
The fireworks display will take place between 10.30 p.m. and 11.30 p.m.
In view of the above, mariners are advised to keep 60 metres away from point A on the above-mentioned date and time.
Any boats berthed or anchored within the area shown on the attached chart 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 on the above-mentioned date and times.
All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.
Chart affected: BA 177
13th May, 2022
Transport Malta
Local Notice to Mariners No. 59 of 2022
Cancellation of Local Notice to Mariners No. 12 of 2021 regarding refurbishment works along the quays and stairs at Tal-Għażżelin in Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl
Reference is made to BA chart 211B – Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the refurbishment works along the quays and stairs at Tal-Għażżelin in Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl, mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 12 of 2021, has been completed.
Local Notice to Mariners No. 12 of 2021 is hereby CANCELLED.
13th May, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 23 of 2022
Windsurfing crossing from Malta to Pozzallo, Sicily – Italy
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies Mariners that a windsurfing crossing from Malta to Pozzallo (Sicily, Italy) is being held.
Five windsurfers will be departing Malta from the imaginary line joining Tigne Point to the fairway buoy. The event will take place on Friday, 13th May, 2022. The actual departure time will be decided the previous day and communicated to mariners through the issue of a Navigational Warning and a Sécurité message. They will be taking the shortest route possible to Pozzallo (Sicily, Italy), this will, however, depend on the force and direction of the prevailing wind.
The following support vessels will be accompanying the windsurfers: Lady Lu Lu, Just For Fun, Cobemagica, Maggie May, Doghouse, Baloo, Dee Kay, Sandy 5, Lucy X, “Cant Think, and Sierra 62.
Mariners transiting the Malta/Sicily channel on the abovementioned date are requested to keep a sharp lookout for the windsurfers and the support vessels and are to give a wide berth when they are sighted.
They are to obey any instructions given on VHF channel 69 and/or 16 by Malta Coastal Station (Malta VTS) and on VHF channel 12 by Valletta VTS when crossing the channel between Sicily and Malta.
Charts affected: BA 2123, 2124
13th May, 2022
Local Notice to Mariners No. 55 of 2022
Filming from Different Localities - From Malta to Oblivion
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies all mariners and sea vessel operators that filming activities will take place at different localities.
Filming will take place on the listed dates for each locality, from 6.00 a.m. till 8.00 p.m., on each day.
Il-Bajja tal-Dwejra (Gozo).
Filming is scheduled to be carried out on Wednesday, 11th and Thursday, 12th May, 2022.
If due to adverse weather conditions filming cannot be carried out on the listed days, filming will be carried out on any days within the following 7 days.
The filming will be carried out within the area bounded by the imaginary lines A to B, B to C, and the intermediate coastline, as shown on chart 1 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Due to this filming the area mentioned above will not be accessable to any vessels except those involved in the filming.
Along one of the following lines listed below.
Filming is scheduled to be carried out on Wednesday, 18th May, 2022.
If due to adverse weather conditions filming cannot be carried out on the listed day, filming will be carried out on any days within the following 7 days.
The filming will be carried out off the coast along any of the imaginary lines D to E, F to G, H to I or J to K, as shown on chart 2 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), depending on weather conditions.
Il-Bajja tal-Ġnejna.
Filming is scheduled to be carried out on Thursday, 19th May, 2022.
If due to adverse weather conditions filming cannot be carried out on the listed day, filming will be carried out on any days within the following 7 days.
The filming will be carried out within the area bounded by the imaginary lines L to M, and the intermediate coastline, as shown on chart 3 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Due to this filming the area mentioned above will not be accessable to any vessels except those involved in the filming.
Inside the Grand Harbour and off Rinella.
Filming is scheduled to be carried out on Tuesday, 14th June, 2022.
If due to adverse weather conditions filming cannot be carried out on the listed day, filming will be carried out on any days within the following 7 days.
The filming will be carried out from the following positions M, N, O, and P, as shown on chart 4 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
The vessels “Nautical One", “Nautical Two", “SSR 105573", “CHIKO", “Xanna", “Swift", “Grecale", “S10714", and “S22930" will be used during the filming. All vessels are to give these vessels a wide berth during the above-mentioned dates and times.
Mariners and owners of vessels are informed that, for filming purposes, a clear horizon is being requested. Consequently, vessels in the vicinity, will not be allowed to drop anchor or remain underway whilst filming is taking place in the area.
Mariners navigating in the vicinity of the indicated area on the mentioned dates and times are to keep watch on VHF Channel 12/16 and are to cooperate with the filming crew and/or enforcement personnel in the area.
Any instructions issued on VHF channel 12/16 by Valletta VTS are to be complied with.
Charts affected: BA 177, 2537
10th May, 2022
Local Notice to Mariners No. 52 of 2022
Further to Local Notice to Mariners No. 47 of 2022 regarding Designated Restricted Areas – 2022
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners, owners of vessels and the general public that further to Local Notice to Mariners No. 47 of 2022 regarding Designated Restricted Areas – 2022, the following areas have also been established as a designated restricted area to navigation:
N) In Wied il-Għasri (Gozo), the area joining the points N1, N2, and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart N found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
N1 36° 04'.732 014° 13'.705
N2 36° 04'.726 014° 13'.710
This designated restricted area shall be in place with immediate effect until Friday 30th September 2022. It will be delineated by ropes, which will be kept afloat by coloured buoys.
All the information and restrictions mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 47 of 2022 also apply to this area.
Position is referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
Chart affected: BA 2537
6th May, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 53 of 2022
Diving survey along the coast in Il-Port ta' Marsamxett
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that diving surveys will be held in Il-Port ta' Marsamxett.
The diving survey will be held between Friday, 6th May, 2022, and Tuesday, 17th May, 2022, from 7.00 a.m. till 5.00 p.m., daily, along the coast from point A to point B, as shown in red on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35° 54'.231 014° 29'.743
B 35° 54'.361 014° 30'.641
The survey will be carried out by scuba divers who will be accompanied by the support vessel MV Goldfinder displaying the International Code of Signals Flag A.
A safety zone of 50m round the support vessel MV Goldfinder is to be kept during the surveys.
Masters and operators of vessels are advised to keep a sharp lookout, proceed with caution and at slow speed when navigating in the above indicated areas. They are to comply with instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS.
Chart affected: BA 177
6th May, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 54 of 2022
Post-translocation of Cladocora Ceaspitosa
Diving Surveys in the Grand Harbour
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that post-translocation of Cladocora Ceaspitosa diving surveys will be held in the Grand Harbour.
The diving survey will be held between Tuesday, 10th May ,2022 and Wednesday, 11th May, 2022, from 9.00 a.m. till 4.00 p.m. both days.
The post diving surveys will be held in the following locations as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Entrance to No.1 Dock (point V),
Corner between Machinery Wharf and Oil Wharf (point W),
North end of Oil Wharf (point X) and
Il-Ponta ta' Bighi (point Z)
The survey will be carried out by scuba divers who will be accompanied by the support vessel Julie Pearl displaying the International Code of Signals flag A.
In view of the above, mariners navigating in the above-mentioned areas, are to proceed with caution and at very slow 'no wake' speed. They are to give the vessel “Julie Pearl" a wide berth of at least 50m, when sighted.
Masters and operators of vessels are to comply with instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS.
Chart affected: BA 177
6th May, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 48 of 2022
Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 23 of 2022 regarding Benthic Survey along Boiler Wharf in the Grand Harbour
Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 23 of 2022.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that the benthic survey has not been completed within the time, as planned. The completion date is therefore being extended to the end of May, 2022.
Local Notice to Mariners No. 23 of 2022 is to be amended accordingly.
All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 23 of 2022 will remain valid.
Chart affected: BA 177
3rd May, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 49 of 2022
Seabed Clean-up at Id-Daħla tad-Dockyard, L-Isla Side
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a seabed clean-up operation by divers in id-Daħla tad-Dockyard - Isla side, within the area shown in red on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), will be held on Saturday, 7th May, 2022, from 8.00 a.m. till 5.00 p.m.
The surveys will be carried out with the assistance of the vessel 'S-18569' which will be displaying the international code of Signals flag 'A'.
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 cooperate with the organisers and to comply with any instructions issued on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.
Charts affected: BA 177
3rd May, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 50 of 2022
Fireworks Display from Manoel Island – Pilgrimage of Our Lady, Star of the Sea – Tas-Sliema
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies Mariners that fireworks will be let off from the foreshore of Manoel Island in Tas-Sliema Creek, centred on points A and B as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt):
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35° 54'.325 014° 30'.255
B 35° 54'.523 014° 30'.282
The fireworks display will take place as follows:
On Sunday, 8th May, 2022, from 9.00 a.m. till 9.30 a.m. and from 10.00 a.m. till 10.30 a.m.
In view of the above, mariners are informed that navigation within 200 meters from the above-mentioned positions, point A and point B, in Marsamxett Harbour and as shown on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), will be prohibited during the date 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 date 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 above-mentioned date and times
Mariners are to obey instructions and directions given on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS and any enforcement agency in the area.
Chart affected: BA 177
3rd May, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 51 of 2022
Fireworks Display from the Foreshore off Il-Fortizza Manoel – 9th May, 2022
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a 3-minute fireworks display will be held from the foreshore off Il-Fortizza Manoel on Monday, 9th May, 2022. The display will be centred at Point A (as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) in the approximate following position:
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35° 54'.203 14° 30'.425
The fireworks display will take place from 11.30 p.m. till midnight.
In view of the above, mariners are advised to keep 60 metres away from point A on the above-mentioned date and time.
Any boats berthed or anchored within the area shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) are to be removed during the above-mentioned date and time.
All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.
Chart affected: BA 177
3rd May, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 46 of 2022
Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 24 of 2022 regarding Translocation of Maltese Top-shell (Gibbula nivosa) within Marsamxett Harbour
Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 24 of 2022
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that the translocation has not be completed within the time as planned. The completion date is therefore being extended to the end of May 2022.
Local Notice to Mariners No. 24 of 2022 is to be amended accordingly.
All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 24 of 2022 will remain valid.
Chart affected: BA 177
29th April, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 47 of 2022
Designated Restricted Areas – 2022
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners, owners of vessels and the general public that the following designated restricted areas to navigation have been established:
A) At Xatt l-Aħmar – Gozo, the area joining the points A1, A2 and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart A found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A1 36° 01'.142 014° 17'.273
A2 36° 01'.145 014° 17'.306
B) In Il-Bajja ta' San Ġorġ, the area joining the points B1, B2, B3, B4 and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart B found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
B1 35° 55'.685 014° 29'.501
B2 35° 55'.666 014° 29'.519
B3 35° 55'.650 014° 29'.452
B4 35° 55'.650 014° 29'.436
C) In Il-Bajja ta' San Ġorġ, the area joining the points C1, C2, C3, C4 and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart 2C found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
C1 35° 55'.575 014° 29'.570
C2 35° 55'.586 014° 29'.585
C3 35° 55'.590 014° 29'.598
C4 35° 55'.583 014° 29'.642
D) At Il-Ponta tad-Dragunara, the area joining the points D1, D2, D3, D4 and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart D found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
D1 35° 55'.527 014° 29'.679
D2 35° 55'.499 014° 29'.704
D3 35° 55'.449 014° 29'.672
D4 35° 55'.459 014° 29'.617
E) In Il-Bajja tal-Balluta, the area joining the points E1, E2, E3, E4 and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart E found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
E1 35° 54'.931 014° 29'.627
E2 35° 54'.931 014° 29'.650
E3 35° 54'.898 014° 29'.650
E4 35° 54'.898 014° 29'.627
F) In Il-Bajja ta' Għar id-Dud – Tas-Sliema, the area joining the points F1, F2 and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart F found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
F1 35° 54'.816 014° 30'.477
F2 35° 54'.756 014° 30'.451
G) In Il-Port ta' Marsamxett (Ta' Xbiex area), the area joining the points G1, G2, G3, G4 and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart G found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
G1 35° 53'.946 014° 30'.044
G2 35° 53'.942 014° 30'.062
G3 35° 53'.889 014° 30'.045
G4 35° 53'.893 014° 30'.027
H) In Il-Port ta' Marsamxett, the area joining the points H1, H2, H3, H4 and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart H found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
H1 35° 53'.903 014° 30'.276
H2 35° 53'.916 014° 30'.279
H3 35° 53'.928 014° 30'.301
H4 35° 53'.925 014° 30'.320
I) In Marsamxett Harbour (Valletta Water Polo Pitch area), the area joining the points I1, I2, I3 and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart I found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
I1 35° 54'.070 014° 30'.638
I2 35° 54'.138 014° 30'.724
I3 35° 54'.130 014° 30'.733
J) In Il-Port il-Kbir (Kalkara Creek – Toqba area – Birgu), the area joining the points J1, J2, J3, J4 and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart J found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
J1 35° 53'.450 014° 31'.225
J2 35° 53'.452 014° 31'.228
J3 35° 53'.418 014° 31'.271
J4 35° 53'.411 014° 31'.263
K) In Il-Port il-Kbir (Rinella Bay area), the area joining the points K1, K2 and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart K found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
K1 35° 53'.656 014° 31'.629
K2 35° 53'.584 014° 31'.609
L) In Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl (Sirens ASC area), the area joining the points L1, L2, L3, L4 and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart L found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
L1 35° 57'.004 014° 24'.266
L2 35° 56'.998 014° 24'.249
L3 35° 56'.980 014° 24'.265
L4 35° 56'.987 014° 24'.279
M) In Tas-Sliema, a floating platform will be laid centred at point M1 as shown on chart M found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
M1 35° 54'.882 014° 30'.449
To always ensure safety, no vessel, craft or other object, whether equipped with an engine or not, is to enter these designated restricted areas. Furthermore, the use of fishing gear/implements is not allowed in these areas.
These designated restricted areas may be in place any time between Sunday, 1st May, 2022 and Friday, 30th September, 2022. All designated restricted areas, except for the floating platform, will be delineated by ropes, which will be kept afloat by coloured buoys.
Owners of vessels moored within these designated restricted areas are advised to remove their vessels and mooring buoys immediately. Any vessels and mooring buoys left in these areas may be removed by the respective operators. No liability whatsoever, will be borne by Transport Malta for any damage to vessels or any damage/loss of mooring buoys and ground tackles, that are left in these areas.
Mariners are informed that it is prohibited to secure/moor any vessel, craft, or object to any marker buoy, ropes, floating platform and related gear delineating the designated restricted areas.
Position is referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
Chart affected: BA 177, 211, 2537, 2538
29th April, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 21 of 2022
Cancellation of Notice to Mariners No. 17 of 2022 regarding the Malta and Tunisia NAVTEX service – temporarily suspended
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Malta (O) and Tunisia (T) NAVTEX service has been restored and messages are being transmitted as scheduled.
Notice to Mariners No. 17 of 2022 is hereby CANCELLED.
29th April, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 22 of 2022
Cancellation of Notice to Mariners No. 20 of 2022 regarding Merkanti Reef, East Cardinal Light – UNLIT
Reference is made to BA Chart 177 – Valletta Harbours
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Merkanti Reef, East Cardinal Light mentioned in Notice to Mariners No. 20 of 2022 has been repaired and is functioning properly.
Notice to Mariners No. 20 of 2022 is hereby CANCELLED.
29th April, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 44 of 2022
Zones Reserved for Swimmers in Comino
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies all mariners, owners of vessels and bathers, that the following arrangements will be made for Blue Lagoon, Santa Maria Bay and San Niklaw Bay in the north Comino channel for the period between Sunday 1st May, 2022 and Saturday 15th October 2022.
1a) Blue Lagoon – Comino Swimmers' Zone (Figure 1 shown on Transport Malta website (http://www.transport.gov.mt))
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 swimmers' zone is being reserved exclusively for bathers and is delineated by the following coordinates:
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
1A 36º 00'.893 014º 19'.281 (Shore)
1B 36º 00'.898 014º 19'.289
1C 36º 00'.825 014º 19'.351
1D 36º 00'.846 014º 19'.440
1E 36º 00'.851 014º 19'.452 (Shore)
1F 36º 00'.751 014º 19'.471 (Shore)
1G 36º 00'.740 014º 19'.390 (Shore)
1b) Mooring areas for commercial vessels
Two mooring areas are being assigned for commercial vessels. The boundaries of these mooring areas are delineated by the following coordinates:
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
4 36º 01'.004 014º 19'.397 (Shore)
5 36° 00'.965 014° 19'.332 (Buoy)
6 36° 00'.927 014° 19'.364
7 36° 00'.974 014° 19'.425 (Shore)
8 36º 00'.920 014º 19'.458 (Shore)
9 36º 00'.941 014º 19'.433
10 36º 00'.904 014º 19'.383
11 36° 00'.859 014° 19'.421
12 36° 00'.866 014° 19'.439 (Shore)
1c) Fairway
A fairway has been established as indicated on the chart as Figure 1 shown on Transport Malta website (http://www.transport.gov.mt) and it is delineated by the following positions. Special mark buoys fitted with a yellow light flashing every 5 seconds will be placed at points 1, 2, 3 and 5.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
1 36° 00'.852 014° 19'.401 (Buoy)
2 36º 00'.913 014º 19'.346 (Buoy)
3 36º 00'.952 014º 19'.310 (Buoy)
5 36º 00'.965 014º 19'.332 (Buoy)
11 36° 00'.859 014° 19'.421
9a) Il-Bajja ta' San Niklaw – Comino Swimmers' Zone (Figure 9 shown on Transport Malta website (http://www.transport.gov.mt))
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 swimmers' zone is being reserved exclusively for bathers and is delineated by the following coordinates:
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
9A 36º 01'.008 014º 19'.735 (Shore)
9B 36º 01'.005 014º 19'.749 (Shore)
9C 36º 01'.001 014º 19'.766
9D 36º 01'.039 014º 19'.773
9E 36º 01'.037 014º 19'.820 (Shore)
9b) Fairway
The fairway was established by Notice to Mariners No. 7 of 2017 and is to be used solely for navigation and should otherwise be kept clear.
10a) Il-Bajja ta' Santa Maria – Comino (Inner) Swimmers' Zone (Figure 10 shown on Transport Malta website (http://www.transport.gov.mt))
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 swimmers' zone is being reserved exclusively for bathers and is delineated by the following coordinates:
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
10A 36º 00'.996 014º 20'.180 (Shore)
10B 36º 01'.001 014º 20'.185
10C 36º 00'.997 014º 20'.247
10D 36º 00'.984 014º 20'.249 (Shore)
10b) Il-Bajja ta' Santa Maria – Comino (Outer) Swimmers' Zone (Figure 10 shown on Transport Malta website (http://www.transport.gov.mt)).
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 swimmers' zone is being reserved exclusively for bathers and is delineated by the following coordinates:
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
10E 36º 01'.089 014º 20'.289 (Shore)
10F 36º 01'.134 014º 20'.301 (Shore)
10c) Fairway
The fairway was established by Notice to Mariners No. 8 of 2017 and is to be used solely for navigation and should otherwise be kept clear.
A minimum safety distance of 5 metres from the swimmers' zone is to be maintained.
Nylon ropes supported by floats will delineate the swimmers' zone and may remain in place, two weeks after the stipulated date. Mariners are to keep a safe distance from the vessels that will be laying and/or removing the ropes.
For the benefit and safety of all bathers and mariners, Transport Malta urges all visitors and commercial vessels to adhere to these arrangements. Enforcement officers will be constantly patrolling the area. Any offender, on conviction, shall be liable to the fines (multa) as laid down in the second column to the Third Schedule of the Small Ships Regulations, as amended.
Mariners are advised to keep a good lookout and navigate with caution and at slow speed in the North Comino Channel when entering the Blue Lagoon, Il-Bajja ta' San Niklaw and Il-Bajja ta' Santa Maria. They are also reminded that it is prohibited to secure/moor any vessel to any of the marker buoys, swimmers' zone delineation markers and related gear belonging to Transport Malta.
All positions are referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
Chart affected: BA 211
26th April, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 45 of 2022
Further to Local Notice to Mariners No. 41 of 2022 regarding the Malta International Fireworks
Festival 2022 – Reissue
Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 41 of 2022.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that if due to adverse weather conditions on Tuesday, 26th April, 2022, the Malta International Fireworks Festival planned to be held at Il-Bajja ta' San Tumas cannot be held and it will instead be held at the Grand Harbour, Valletta, as follows:
The Grand Harbour, Valletta, on Tuesday, 26th April, 2022
At noon the positioning of the pontoons and barges will commence.
The barges and pontoons will be moored in the following positions, as shown on chart shown on Transport Malta website (http://www.transport.gov.mt).
The pontoons will be moored along the imaginary line 1 to 2 and a barge will be moored at point 3 and another at point 4.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
1 35° 54'.262 014° 31'.211
2 35° 54'.592 014° 31'.377
3 35° 54'.652 014° 31'.239
4 35° 54'.731 014° 31'.310
The display will start at 8.30 p.m. and finish by 11.00 p.m.
In view of the above, mariners are informed that part of the Grand Harbour, between the imaginary lines A-B, C-D, E-F, G-H, I-J, and the intermediate coastline (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (http://www.transport.gov.mt)), will be closed to all vessels.
The port closure and prohibited area will be effective on Tuesday, 26th April, 2022, from 8.30 p.m. till 11.00 p.m., local time (6.30 p.m. till 9.00 p.m. UTC), except for authorised vessels.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35° 53'.590 014° 30'.699
B 35° 53'.458 014° 30'.831
C 35° 53'.417 014° 30'.937
D 35° 53'.512 014° 31'.031
E 35° 53'.541 014° 31'.155
F 35° 53'.545 014° 31'.359
G 35° 53'.653 014° 31'.479
H 35° 53'.840 014° 31'.112
I 35° 54'.143 014° 31'.221
J 35° 53'.963 014° 31'.376
During the event shipping movements in Grand Harbour will be restricted.
Any vessel arriving and/or departing from Id-Daħla tal-Kalkara outside the display times is to keep close to Bighi foreshore as possible and maintain a safe distance.
All vessels and bathers are warned to keep well clear and always maintain a safe distance of not less than 200 metres from any of the pontoons and barges.
After the display, pontoons and barges will be towed back to Kalkara Quay and the sinkers and anchors lifted from the bottom.
All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 41 of 2022 will remain valid.
Chart affected: BA 177
26th April, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 40 of 2022
Sailing Regatta in Il-Bajja ta' Marsaxlokk – April 2022
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, would like to notify mariners that the Birżebbuġa Sailing Club shall be holding regattas for dinghies on Saturday, 23rd April, 2022, and Sunday, 24th April, 2022.
Races shall be held from 9.00a.m. till 5.00 p.m. (local time) on both days.
Class races shall be held over two (2) adjacent upwind/downwind courses, centred in the selected sailing area depending on the prevailing wind direction and weather conditions. Areas A, B and C are as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
The courses, around which the competitors shall have to sail, shall be defined by orange inflatable marks (waypoints) of about 1.5 meters in height.
Races will take place when no merchant vessel 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.
All mariners are to observe any instructions that may be given by personnel on the race organisers safety craft and on VHF Channels 14 and/or 16 by Marsaxlokk VTS.
Charts affected: BA 36, 2538
22nd April, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 41 of 2022
Malta International Fireworks Festival 2022 – re-issue
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that firework displays will be held in different localities and dates as shown below.
On Thursday, 14th April, 2022, in the morning, 2 barges will be shifted to Kalkara Quay to be loaded with concrete blocks, sinkers and anchors.
Owners of vessels moored in Rinella Bay are to remove their vessels and the area is to remain clear on Thursday 14th April, 2022, from early morning until 1.00 p.m. Transport Malta will accept no liabilities whatsoever for any damage caused to vessels that are left within Rinella Bay on the mentioned dates and times.
The Grand Harbour, Valletta, on Wednesday, 20th April, 2022
At noon the positioning of the pontoons and barges will commence. The barges and pontoons will be moored in the following positions, as shown on the chart 1 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
The pontoons will be moored along the imaginary line 1 to 2 and a barge will be moored at point 3 and another at point 4.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
1 35° 54'.262 014° 31'.211
2 35° 54'.592 014° 31'.377
3 35° 54'.652 014° 31'.239
4 35° 54'.731 014° 31'.310
The display will start at 9.15 p.m. and finish by 11.00 p.m.
In view of the above, mariners are informed that part of Grand Harbour, between the imaginary lines A - B, C - D, E - F, G - H, I - J, and the intermediate coastline (as shown on chart 4 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)), will be closed to all vessels.
The port closure and prohibited area will be effective on Wednesday, 20th April, 2022, from 9.15 p.m. till 11.00 p.m., local Time (7.15 p.m. till 9.00 p.m. UTC), except for authorised vessels.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35° 53'.590 014° 30'.699
B 35° 53'.458 014° 30'.831
C 35° 53'.417 014° 30'.937
D 35° 53'.512 014° 31'.031
E 35° 53'.541 014° 31'.155
F 35° 53'.545 014° 31'.359
G 35° 53'.653 014° 31'.479
H 35° 53'.840 014° 31'.112
I 35° 54'.143 014° 31'.221
J 35° 53'.963 014° 31'.376
During the event shipping movements in Grand Harbour will be restricted.
Any vessel arriving and/or departing from Id-Daħla tal-Kalkara outside the display times is to keep close to Bighi foreshore as possible and maintain a safe distance.
All vessels and bathers are warned to keep well clear and maintain a safe distance of not less than 200 metres from any of the pontoons and barges at all times in all the above-mentioned localities during the dates and times mentioned.
After the display, pontoons and barges will be towed back to Kalkara Quay and the sinkers and anchors lifted from the bottom.
Il-Bajja ta' Marsalforn, Gozo, on Saturday, 23rd April, 2022
The fireworks display will be held at Il-Bajja ta' Marsalforn, Gozo, as follows:
At 6.00 a.m. the pontoons and barges will be shifted from Kalkara Quay to Il-Bajja ta' Marsalforn, Gozo.
By 11.00 a.m. the positioning of the pontoons and barges will commence and will be moored in the following positions, as shown on the chart 2 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
The pontoons will be moored along the imaginary line 5 to 6 and a barge will be laid at point 7 and another at point 8.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
5 36° 04'.566 014° 15'.568
6 36° 04'.473 014° 15'.624
7 36° 04'.545 014° 15'.661
8 36° 04'.626 014° 15'.674
The display will start at 8.00 p.m. and finish by 11.00 p.m.
After the display the pontoons and barges will be towed back to Kalkara Quay, and the sinkers and anchors will be lifted off the bottom.
Il-Bajja ta' San Tumas on Tuesday, 26th April, 2022
At 6.00 a.m. the pontoons and barges will be shifted from Kalkara Quay to Il-Bajja ta' San Tumas, Marsaskala.
By 11.00 a.m. the positioning of the pontoons and barges will commence. The pontoons and barges will be moored in the following positions, as shown on the chart 3 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
The pontoons will be moored along the imaginary line 9 to 10 and a barge will be moored at point 11 and another at point 12.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
9 35° 51'.295 014° 34'.145
10 35° 51'.229 014° 34'.056
11 35° 51'.139 014° 34'.097
12 35° 51'.164 014° 34'.212
The display will start at 8.00 p.m. and finish by 11.00 p.m.
After the display the pontoons and barges will be towed back to Kalkara Quay, and the sinkers and anchors removed.
The Grand Harbour, Valletta, on Saturday, 30th April, 2022
At 3.00 p.m. the positioning of the anchors for the pontoons and barge will commence.
At 4.00 p.m. the pontoons and one barge will be shifted from Kalkara Quay to their positions. They will be set up in the following positions, as shown on chart 4 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
There will be 3 rows of pontoons moored along the imaginary lines 13 to 14, 16 to 17 and 18 to 19 and a barge will be moored at point 15.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
13 35° 53'.746 014° 31'.156
14 35° 53'.565 014° 30'.857
15 35° 53'.677 014° 30'.988
16 35° 53'.775 014° 31'.075
17 35° 53'.635 014° 30'.846
18 35° 53'.751 014° 31'.007
19 35° 53'.682 014° 30'.894
The display will start at 8.00 p.m. and finish by 10.15 p.m.
After the display the pontoons and the barge will be towed back to Kalkara Quay. The sinkers and anchors will be removed, and the area cleared by 10.50 p.m.
The pontoons and barge will then be left at Kalkara Quay up to Monday, 2nd May, 2022.
In view of the above, mariners are informed that part of Grand Harbour, between the imaginary lines A - B, C - D, E - F, G - H, I - J, and the intermediate coastline (as shown on chart 4 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)), will be closed to all vessels.
The port closure and prohibited area will be effective on Saturday, 30th April, 2022, from 3.00 p.m. till 10.50 p.m., local time (11.00 a.m. till 9.00 p.m. UTC), except for authorised vessels.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35° 53'.590 014° 30'.699
B 35° 53'.458 014° 30'.831
C 35° 53'.417 014° 30'.937
D 35° 53'.512 014° 31'.031
E 35° 53'.541 014° 31'.155
F 35° 53'.545 014° 31'.359
G 35° 53'.653 014° 31'.479
H 35° 53'.840 014° 31'.112
I 35° 54'.143 014° 31'.221
J 35° 53'.963 014° 31'.376
During the event shipping movements in Grand Harbour will be restricted. Authorised vessels MUST be securely moored by not later than 7.30 p.m.
All vessels and bathers are warned to keep well clear and maintain a safe distance of not less than 200 metres from any of the pontoons and barges while they are being towed and once they have been anchored in all the above-mentioned localities during the dates and times mentioned.
Authorised vessels are to give the display pontoons and barges a wide berth of at least 200m. No movements whatsoever will be allowed during the actual displays.
Mariners are to comply with instructions and directions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12 and Maritime Enforcement Officers that will be in the area.
Due to the above Local Notice to Mariners, Nos 37 and 39 are hereby CANCELLED.
Positions are in WGS 84 DATUM
Charts affected: BA 36, 177, 211, 2537, 2538
22nd April, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 42 of 2022
Diving next to the Main Breakwater Arm at il-Port tal-Imġarr – Gozo
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that diving operations will be taking place next to the Main Breakwater Arm at Il-Port tal-Imġarr – Gozo.
The diving operations will take place on Wednesday, 27th April, 2022, from 1.00 p.m. till 3.00 p.m., within the area bounded by the imaginary line A, B, C, D and the intermediate coastline, as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 36° 01'.450 014° 17'.979
B 36° 01'.453 014° 17'.976
C 36° 01'.486 014° 18'.022
D 36° 01'.475 014° 18'.033
The diving team will be displaying the International Code of Signals flag 'A' when diving operations are being carried out.
A safety zone of 25m around the survey area is to be observed throughout the allocated survey times. All vessel movements, transits, dockings and undockings outside the safety zone are to be coordinated with the diving team on site and with the port operations manager.
Masters and operators of vessels are advised to keep a sharp lookout, navigate with caution and at slow speed when proceeding close to the above indicated areas. They are to comply with instructions given on VHF Channel 10 and/or 16 by Mġarr Port Control and any enforcement personnel on site.
Chart affected: BA 177
22nd April, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 43 of 2022
Filming from Different Localities – Marengo
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies all mariners and sea vessel operators that filming activities will take place at different localities.
Filming will take place on the listed dates or the next available date, between Thursday, 28th April, 2022 and Monday, 16th May, 2022, from 6.00 a.m. to 8.00 p.m., each day.
Ir-Ramla ta' Għajn Tuffieħa
The filming in this area is scheduled to take place on Friday 29th, and Saturday, 30th April, 2022, within the area A, as shown on chart 1 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
From the foreshore beneath Il-Fortizza ta' Sant'Jiermu
The filming in this area is scheduled to take place on Saturday, 30th April, 2022, within the area B, as shown on chart 2 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
At the entrance to Id-Daħla tad-Dockyard
The filming in this area is scheduled to take place on Friday, 6th May, 2022, in the morning and afternoon, within the area C, as shown on chart 2 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
At the entrance of Rinella Bay below Fort Ricasoli
The filming in this area is scheduled to take place on Friday, 6th May, 2022, in the evening up to 10.00 p.m., within the area D, as shown on chart 2 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
From Kalkara foreshore
The filming in this area is scheduled to take place on Monday, 9th May, 2022, within the area E, as shown on chart 2 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
The vessels Maria C, Wilfred, Silver Charm, Abbot, Sirairs 1, Beezer, Swift and S22263 will be used during the filming. All vessels are to give these vessels a wide berth during the abovementioned dates and times.
Mariners and owners of vessels are informed that, for filming purposes, a clear horizon is being requested. Consequently, vessels in the vicinity, will not be allowed to drop anchor or remain underway whilst filming is taking place in the area.
Mariners navigating in the vicinity of the indicated area on the mentioned dates and times are to keep watch on VHF Channel 12/16 and are to cooperate with the filming crew and/or enforcement personnel in the area.
Any instructions issued on VHF channel 12/16 by Valletta VTS are to be complied with.
Charts affected: BA 177, 2537
22nd April, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 20 of 2022
Merkanti Reef, East Cardinal Light – UNLIT
Reference is made to BA Chart 177 – Valletta Harbours
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Merkanti Reef East Cardinal light flashing quick 3 every 10 seconds (pole mounted) in the following position:
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
35° 55'.490 014° 29'.850
is UNLIT.
22nd April, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 38 of 2022
UIM V2 Powerboat World Championship Race – St Paul's Bay
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Union Internationale Motonautique (UIM) V2 Powerboat World Championship Races will be held, weather permitting, on each day, in St Paul's Bay from Friday, 22nd April, 2022 to Sunday, 24th April, 2022, between 8.30 a.m. and 5.00 p.m
On each day, between 8.30 a.m. and 5.00 p.m., navigation will be restricted within the area bounded by the imaginary lines between points Q, R, S, T, U, V, W, X, Y and Z, as shown in colour blue on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
A number of mega buoys, indicating the waypoints of the race courses, will be laid within the area at the following positions: A, A1, B, C, C1, D, E, F, G, H and I, as indicated on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt):
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E) Colour
A 35° 57'.261 014° 24'.371 Chequered
A1 35° 57'.205 014° 24'.397 Chequered
B 35° 57'.336 014° 24'.642 Yellow
C 35° 57'.600 014° 24'.951 Yellow
C1 35° 57'.592 014° 24'.969 Green
D 35° 57'.764 014° 24'.903 Yellow
E 35° 57'.802 014° 24'.629 Yellow
F 35° 57'.508 014° 24'.423 Red
G 35° 57'.209 014° 23'.754 Yellow
H 35° 57'.144 014° 23'.757 Yellow
I 35° 57'.109 014° 23'.814 Yellow
The mega buoys will be replaced by other buoys during the night which will exhibit a yellow flashing light. The mega buoys, or when replaced by the other buoys, will be laid in the above positions on Thursday, 21st April, 2022, in the afternoon, and removed on Sunday, 24th April, 2022, in the afternoon, after the last race has been completed.
The quay below Tarragon Restaurant (point M) and the slipway next to the Buġibba breakwater (point N), as shown on chart on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), are to be kept clear for the exclusive use of the participating craft, on each day, from Friday, 22nd April , 2022 to Sunday, 24th April, 2022, between 8.00 a.m. and 6.30 p.m.
Mariners are instructed not to enter the restricted area on the mentioned dates and times stated above. They are to cooperate with the organisers and Maritime enforcement officers in the area. Moreover, they are to comply with any instructions issued on VHF channels 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS.
Charts affected: BA 211A, 211B, 2537 and 2538
19th April, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 39 of 2022
Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 37 of 2022 regarding Malta International Fireworks Festival 2022
Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 37 of 2022.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that due to applicable restrictions two of the localities have to be changed.
On Wednesday, 20th April, 2022, the fireworks display will not be held at Il-Bajja tal-Mellieħa. The fireworks display will instead be held at Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl (Buġibba area) as follows:
At 6.00 a.m. the pontoons and barges will be shifted from Ċirkewwa South Quay to Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl.
By 11.00 a.m. the setting up of the pontoons and barges will commence. The barges and pontoons will be moored in the following positions, as shown on chart 1A found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
The pontoons will be moored along the imaginary line 1 to 2 and a barge will be moored at points 3 and another at point 4.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
1 35° 57'.214 014° 24'.741
2 35° 57'.238 014° 24'.865
3 35° 57'.259 014° 24'.793
4 35° 57'.283 014° 24'.683
The display will start at 8.00 p.m. and finish by 11.00 p.m.
After the display, the pontoons and barges will be towed back to Ċirkewwa South Quay and the sinkers and anchors lifted from the bottom.
On Sunday, 23rd April, 2022, the fireworks display will not be held at Il-Bajja ta' Ħondoq ir-Rummien, Gozo. The fireworks display will instead be held at Il-Bajja ta' Marsalforn, Gozo, as follows:
At 6.00 a.m. the pontoons and barges will be shifted from Ċirkewwa South Quay to Il-Bajja ta' Marsalforn, Gozo.
By 11.00 a.m. the setting up of the pontoons and barges will commence and will be moored in the following positions, as shown on chart 2A found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
The pontoons will be moored along the imaginary line 5 to 6 and a barge will be laid at point 7 and another at point 8.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
5 36° 04'.566 014° 15'.568
6 36° 04'.473 014° 15'.624
7 36° 04'.545 014° 15'.661
8 36° 04'.626 014° 15'.674
The display will start at 8.00 p.m. and finish by 11.00 p.m.
After the display the pontoons and barges will be towed back to Kalkara Quay, and the sinkers and anchors will be lifted off the bottom.
Local Notice to Mariners No. 37 of 2022 is to be amended accordingly.
All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 37 of 2022 will remain valid.
Charts affected: BA 177, 211, 2537, 2538
19th April, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 35 of 2022
ROV Survey of Cooling Pipeline – at Qala San Marku, outwards
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a survey will be carried out with the use of a Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV). This survey will be carried out by the RHIB 'ER - 1' and her ancillary equipment.
Weather permitting, the survey is planned to be carried out on Tuesday 19th April, 2022. If due to weather conditions the survey cannot be held on this day, it will be held between Monday 2nd May, 2022, and Sunday 8th May 2022.
The ROV survey will be held along the line A-B as shown on Chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt):
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35° 56'.833 14° 26'.812 (Coast)
B 35° 57'.148 14° 27'.290
The actual survey is expected to take about 1 day.
Since the RHIB 'ER - 1' will be towing an ROV, she will be restricted in her ability to manoeuvre.
Mariners are instructed to navigate with caution when the above-mentioned vessel is sighted, and they are to maintain a safe distance of 100m from the vessels.
All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.
Charts affected: BA 2537, 2538
14th April, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 36 of 2022
Diving next to the North Breakwater Arm at Il-Port tal-Imġarr – Gozo
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that diving will be taking place next to the North Breakwater arm at Il-Port tal-Imġarr, Gozo.
The diving will take place on Wednesday, 20th April, 2022, from 1.00 p.m. till 3.00 p.m., within the area bounded by the imaginary line A, B, C, D and the intermediate coastline, as shown on Chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 36° 01'.623 014° 18'.125
B 36° 01'.626 014° 18'.112
C 36° 01'.593 014° 18'.102
D 36° 01'.591 014° 18'.115
The diving team will be displaying the International Code of Signals Flag 'A' when diving operations are being carried out.
A safety zone of 25m around the survey area is to be kept during the survey.
Due to the diving operations, any docking and undocking manoeuvres within the area will be restricted and must be coordinated with the diving team on site and with the port operations manager.
Masters and operators of vessels are advised to keep a sharp lookout, navigate with caution and at slow speed when proceeding close to the above indicated areas. They are to comply with instructions given on VHF Channel 10 and/or 16 by Mġarr Port Control and any enforcement personnel on site.
Chart affected: BA 177
14th April, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 37 of 2022
Malta International Fireworks Festival 2022
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that firework displays will be held in different localities and dates as shown below.
On Thursday, 14th April, 2022, in the morning, 2 barges will be shifted to Kalkara quay to be loaded with concrete blocks, sinkers and anchors. Later in the afternoon, the barges will be shifted to Ċirkewwa South Quay.
Owners of vessels moored in Rinella Bay are to remove their vessels and the area is to remain clear on Thursday, 14th April, 2022, from early morning until 1.00 p.m. Transport Malta will accept no liabilities whatsoever for any damage caused to vessels that are left within Rinella Bay on the mentioned dates and times.
Il-Bajja tal-Mellieħa on Wednesday 20th April, 2022
At 6.00 a.m. the pontoons and barges will be shifted from Ċirkewwa South Quay to Il-Bajja tal-Mellieħa.
By 11.00 a.m. the setting up of the pontoons and barges will commence. The barges and pontoons will be moored in the following positions, as shown on chart 1 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
The pontoons will be moored along the imaginary line 1 to 2 and a barge will be moored at point 3 and another at point 4.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
1 35º 58'.206 014º 21'.087
2 35º 58'.122 014º 21'.149
3 35º 58'.235 014º 21'.260
4 35º 58'.314 014º 21'.243
The display will start at 8.00 p.m. and finish by 11.00 p.m.
After the display pontoons and barges will be towed back to Ċirkewwa South Quay and the sinkers and anchors lifted from the bottom.
Il-Bajja ta' Ħondoq ir-Rummien on Sunday, 23rd April, 2022
At 6.00 a.m. the pontoons and barges will be shifted from Ċirkewwa South Quay to Il-Bajja ta' Ħondoq ir-Rummien, Qala. By 11.00 a.m. the setting up of the pontoons and barges will commence and will be moored in the following positions, as shown on chart 2 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
The pontoons will be moored along the imaginary line 5 to 6 and a barge will be laid at point 7 and another at 8.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
5 36º 01'.647 014º 19'.496
6 36º 01'.591 014º 19'.395
7 36º 01'.529 014º 19'.519
8 36º 01'.449 014º 19'.464
The display will start at 8.00 p.m. and finish by 11.00 p.m.
After the display the pontoons and barges will be towed back to Kalkara quay and the sinkers and anchors will be lifted off the bottom.
Vessels engaged on the HSC Fast Ferry route, between Malta and Gozo, are to navigate through the Comino Channel on this day.
Il-Bajja ta' San Tumas on Friday, 26th April, 2022
At 6.00 a.m. the pontoons and barges will be shifted from Kalkara quay to Il-Bajja ta' San Tumas, Marsaskala.
By 11.00 a.m. the setting up of the pontoons and barges will commence. The pontoons and barges will be moored in the following positions, as shown on the chart 3 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
The pontoons will be moored along the imaginary line 9 to 10 and a barge will be moored at point 11 and another at point 12.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
9 35º 51'.295 014º 34'.145
10 35º 51'.229 014º 34'.056
11 35º 51'.139 014º 34'.097
12 35º 51'.164 014º 34'.212
The display will start at 8.00 p.m. and finish by 11.00 p.m.
After the display the pontoons and barges will be towed back to Kalkara quay, and the sinkers and anchors removed.
The Grand Harbour, Valletta, on Saturday, 30th April, 2022
At 3.00 p.m. the positioning of the anchors for the pontoons and barge will commence.
At 4.00 p.m. the pontoons and one barge will be shifted from Kalkara quay to their positions. They will be set up in the following positions, as shown on chart 4 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
There will be 3 rows of pontoons moored along the imaginary lines 13 to 14, 16 to 17 and 18 to 19 and a barge will be moored at point 15.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
13 35º 53'.746 014º 31'.156
14 35º 53'.565 014º 30'.857
15 35º 53'.677 014º 30'.988
16 35º 53'.775 014º 31'.075
17 35º 53'.635 014º 30'.846
18 35º 53'.751 014º 31'.007
19 35º 53'.682 014º 30'.894
The display will start at 8.00 p.m. and finish by 10.15 p.m.
After the display the pontoons and the barge will be towed back to Kalkara quay. The sinkers and anchors will be removed, and the area cleared by 10.50 p.m.
The pontoons and barge will then be left at Kalkara quay up to Monday, 2nd May, 2022.
In view of the above, mariners are informed that part of Grand Harbour, between the imaginary lines A - B, C - D, E - F, G - H, I - J, and the intermediate coastline (as shown on chart 4 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)), will be closed to all vessels.
The port closure and prohibited area will be effective on Saturday, 30th April, 2022, from 3.00 p.m. till 10.50 p.m. local time (11.00 a.m. till 9.00 p.m. UTC), except for authorised vessels.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35º 53'.590 014º 30'.699
B 35° 53'.458 014° 30'.831
C 35° 53'.417 014° 30'.937
D 35° 53'.512 014° 31'.031
E 35º 53'.541 014º 31'.155
F 35º 53'.545 014º 31'.359
G 35º 53'.653 014º 31'.479
H 35° 53'.840 014° 31'.112
I 35° 54'.143 014° 31'.221
J 35° 53'.963 014° 31'.376
During the event shipping movements in Grand Harbour will be restricted. Authorized vessels MUST be securely moored by not later than 7.30 p.m.
All vessels and bathers are warned to keep well clear and maintain a safe distance of not less than 200 metres from any of the pontoons and barges while they are being towed and once, they have been anchored in all the above-mentioned localities during the dates and times mentioned.
Authorized vessels are to give the display pontoons and barges a wide berth of at least 200m. No movements whatsoever will be allowed during the actual displays.
Mariners are to comply with instructions and directions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12 and Maritime Enforcement Officers that will be in the area.
Positions are in WGS 84 DATUM
Charts affected: BA 36, 177, 211, 2537, 2538
14th April, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 19 of 2022
Live Firing Practice at Pembroke Ranges
19th April 2022 – Extended Hours
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies that further to Notice to Mariners No. 24 of 2021, the Armed Forces of Malta will carry out Live Firing Practice on Tuesday, 19th April, 2022, with extended hours from 4.30 p.m. till 10.00 p.m. (local time).
A Sécurité message will be issued on VHF Channels 12, and/or 16 by Valletta VTS, accordingly.
The exercise area (LM-D6) is delineated by sector ABC.
From Position A
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35° 55'.540 014° 28'.320 (Centre point on land),
a radius of 4 nautical miles to points
B 35° 59'.460 014° 27'.150 and
C 35° 58'.290 014° 32'.190
Limits are indicated on BA charts 194, 2537 and 2538.
During the live firing practice, red flags (approximate size 2.5m x 2m), will be flown from the shore limits. after sunset, instead of the red flags, there will be red lights and there will be two safety vessels with blue lights on each side, to indicate the limits of the area. 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 on VHF Channels 12 and/or 16 by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) and by the Armed Forces of Malta, are to be strictly observed.
Charts affected: BA 2538, 2537, 194
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM
14th April, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 17 of 2022
The Malta and Tunisia NAVTEX Service is Temporarily Suspended
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Malta (O) and Tunisia (T) NAVTEX service is temporarily suspended.
While every effort is being made to resume transmitting NAVTEX messages as soon as possible, during the period of no transmission, Malta Navigational Warnings will be promulgated by voice, on radio, as follows:
Malta Vessel Traffic Service (Malta VTS) on VHF channel 16 at 10.03 a.m., 4.03 p.m. and 9.03 p.m. (UTC) daily.
12th April, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 18 of 2022
Live Firing Practice Exercise at Sea – Gunex 01/2022
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that the Armed Forces of Malta shall conduct a live firing practice exercise at sea from either Pembroke Ranges (LM-D01) or south of Malta (LM-D05) between Monday, 18th April, 2022 and Friday, 22nd April, 2022.
Which one, of the areas is to be used on the day, will be determined by the prevalent weather conditions.
The exercise will take place within either of the areas as mentioned below, from 8.00 a.m. till 6.00 p.m., local time (6.00 a.m. till 4.00 p.m. UTC).
At Pembroke ranges LM-D01 (Pembroke High)
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.
Mariners are also informed that a corridor of two nautical miles (2NM) between the coast and the line X to Y (as shown on chart A found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) has been established for the passage of all vessels on the above-mentioned dates and times. Any vessel intending to transit through this corridor within these times is to communicate with Malta VTS (Malta Coast Radio Station) on VHF channel 69 for final approval prior to entering the area.
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
X 35° 59'.651 014° 26'.381
Y 35° 57'.239 014° 31'.385
At south of Malta LM-D5 (MELITA)
The exercise will be held within a circular area of 8 nautical mile radius, centred on point Z:
Position Z: Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
35º 30'.500 014º 11'.000
as shown on chart B found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
In view of the above all vessels in the vicinity must proceed with caution, they are advised to give the exercise areas a wide berth and comply at all times with any instructions given by AFM craft patrolling the area, and Valletta VTS (Valletta Port Control Channel 12).
Charts affected: BA 194, 2124, 2537 and 2538
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM
12th April, 2022
Local Notice to Mariners No. 33 of 2022
Multi-beam Bathymetric Survey on inshore part of Interconnector – Qalet Marku
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a multi-beam bathymetric survey will be carried out on the inshore part of the Interconnector Cable.
The multi-beam bathymetric survey will start from the coast at Qalet Marku from point A and will follow the route to point B and extend 3km outwards to point C, as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A (Coast – Qalet Marku) 35° 56'.560 014° 26'.960
B 35° 57'.769 014° 27'.276
C 35° 58'.136 014° 27'.716
The survey will start with immediate effect and is expected to be completed by Sunday, 10th April, 2022.
The support vessels Sea Express 4 or Sea Express 5 will be used during the survey.
During the survey the vessels will be restricted in their ability to manoeuvre therefore a wide berth of 500m is requested.
The support vessel will be moving slowly and will display the International Code of Signals Flag 'D' during the survey.
Masters and operators of vessels are advised to keep a sharp lookout, navigate with caution and at slow speed. All vessels shall give the above support vessels Sea Express 4 and Sea Express 5 a wide berth and are to cooperate with the survey team.
They are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Marsaxlokk VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.
Chart affected: BA 177
8th April, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 34 of 2022
Xterra Swim Event at Ir-Ramla tal-Mixquqa – Part of Triathlon
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that a Xterra Swim Event, which is part of a triathlon, will be held at Ir-Ramla tal-Mixquqa.
The swim will be held within the area A, B, C and D (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)), on Saturday 9th April, 2022, from 9.30 a.m. till 1.00 p.m.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35° 56'.069 014° 20'.619
B 35° 56'.026 014° 20'.417
C 35° 55'.953 014° 20'.474
D 35° 56'.021 014° 20'.656
Marker buoys will be placed at approximate positions B and C.
A personal watercraft (jet ski) and lifeguards of the Red Cross Society will be available for safety reasons and to assist swimmers as necessary.
On the stipulated date, mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate with extreme caution and at slow speed (no wake) when in the vicinity of the activity. They are to cooperate with the organisers.
All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.
Charts affected: BA 211, 2537
8th April, 2022
Local Notice to Mariners No. 32 of 2022
Malta Young Sailors Club Sailing Regatta, St Paul's Bay
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Malta Young Sailors Club will be holding a sailing regatta in St Paul's Bay, between Saturday, 9th April, 2022 and Sunday, 10th April, 2022.
The activity will take place in St Paul's Bay and approaches, within the area delineated by the imaginary lines joining the points A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H and I, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Inflatable marker buoys shall be laid, from 8.30 a.m. till 6.00 p.m. on all days of the activity, within the abovementioned area to indicate the racecourse.
All vessels not involved in the activity are to keep well clear from the competing boats and follow any instructions given by the race officials and support vessels.
Mariners are to note the above and give the area indicated a wide berth. They are further instructed to keep out of the way of all the sailing vessels participating in the regattas.
Any instructions issued on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site are to be complied with.
Charts affected: BA 211, 2538, 2537.
5th April, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 29 of 2022
Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners Nos 21 and 25 of 2022 regarding Translocation Operation of Cladocora Ceaspitosa within the Grand Harbour
Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners Nos 21 and 25 of 2022.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that, due to unfavourable circumstances, the work will not be completed within the time as planned. The completion date is therefore being extended to Friday, 15th April, 2022.
Local Notice to Mariners Nos 21 and 25 of 2022 are to be amended accordingly.
All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 21 of 2022 will remain valid.
Chart affected: BA 177
1st April, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 30 of 2022
Pollution Response Exercise within Il-Bajja ta' Marsaxlokk
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a Pollution Response Exercise will be carried out within Il-Bajja ta' Marsaxlokk.
The exercise will be carried out by personnel from Transport Malta in collaboration with personnel from the Malta Freeport Terminals. The exercise is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, 6th April, 2022.
The exercise will simulate an oil spill and is expected to commence at approximately 9.00 a.m. and should be completed by 2.00 p.m. The exercise will involve the deployment of booms and various vessels, and the use of drones is also possible.
The vessels to be used are the Harbour Masters Launch, MV tmONE and Transport Malta Maritime Enforcement vessels together with two vessels from Cassar Ship Repair and two vessels from OceanCare Co. Ltd.
Mariners are to take note of the time and location of this exercise and are to navigate with caution if operating in the area. When any of the vessels engaged in the exercise are spotted, they are to be given a wide berth.
They are to comply with any instructions issued on VHF channel 14 and/or 16 by Marsaxlokk VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.
Chart affected: BA 36
1st April, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 31 of 2022
Further Works as Part of the PEACE MED Submarine Cable Laying of the Malta Branching Unit – Inshore
Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 184 of 2021.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that further works as part of the PEACE MED Submarine Cable Laying of the Malta Branching Unit – Inshore, at ir-Ramla tal-Mixquqa, will commence on Monday, 4th April, 2022, and are expected to be completed by Friday, 15th April, 2022.
The work, which will be carried out during daylight hours only and with the use of an excavator located on the foreshore, shall consists of the burial of the submarine cable into the sand. The work area will extend up to 30m from the shore.
The works do not require the use of any vessels; however, divers will be monitoring the works underwater. Appropriate signals in accordance with the requirements of the Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea (Signal Flag 'A') shall be exhibited accordingly.
A safety distance of 15m is required from the excavator and divers as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Charts affected: BA 211, 2537, 2538
1st April, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 16 of 2022
Cancellation of Notice to Mariners No. 15 of 2022 Regarding Merkanti Reef, East Cardinal Light – UNRELIABLE
Reference is made to BA Chart 177 – Valletta Harbours
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Merkanti Reef, East Cardinal Light, mentioned in Notice to Mariners No. 15 of 2022 has been repaired and is functioning properly.
Notice to Mariners No. 15 of 2022 is hereby CANCELLED.
1st April, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 27 of 2022
31st March Regatta in Grand Harbour – Valletta
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that the 31st March Regatta will be held in the Grand Harbour. Sinkers and marker buoys will be laid as follows:
1. On Wednesday, 30th March, 2022, three (3) yellow marker buoys with flashing lights will be secured to sinkers that will be laid in the following positions:
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
(B) 35° 53'.584 014° 30'.965
(C) 35° 53'.481 014° 30'.834
(D) 35° 53'.410 014° 30'.756
2. On Thursday 31st March, 2022, from 8.00 a.m., wire ropes with floats will be laid in the following positions:
(i) from point (A) ashore on Barriera Wharf to buoy (B) off Il-Ponta ta' Sant'Anġlu
(ii) from buoy (B) off Il-Ponta ta' Sant'Anġlu to point (C) north of Il-Ponta tal-Isla
(iii) 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
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
(A) 35° 53'.693 014° 30'.831
(iv) from bollard 8 at Ras Ħanżir 2 point (F) to bollard 26 at Deep Water Quay point (G), 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 Thursday, 31st March, 2022.
4. The sinkers and marker buoys mentioned in 1 above will then be removed on Friday, 1st April, 2022.
5. The port hand lateral mark placed at the following coordinates below il-Ponta ta' L-Isla will be removed for the event.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
35° 53'.468 014° 30'.808
Masters of all vessels are notified that on Thursday 31st March, 2022, between 8.00 a.m. and about 6.30 p.m., incoming vessels will not be allowed to proceed to any berth southwest of the imaginary line joining point (A) on Barriera Wharf and Fortizza Sant'Anġlu Flagstaff. Vessels in Marsa sea area will not be allowed to proceed beyond the line (F) to (G) indicated in 2(iv) above after 8.00 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 southwest of the imaginary line which is 150m northeast of the line (A) to (B) mentioned in 2(i) above. No vessel will be allowed to stay within this 150m area.
The area bounded by the imaginary lines between the points A to B, B to C, C to D, D to E (corner of Parlatorio Wharf), F to G and the intermediate coastline is to be kept clear on Thursday 31st March, 2022, from 8.00 a.m. till 6.30 p.m., from all vessels except those authorised by the activity organisers.
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
29th March, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 28 of 2022
Port Closure in Grand Harbour and Mġarr Harbour, during the Visit of His Holiness Pope Francis
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies that in connection with the visit in Grand Harbour of His Holiness Pope Francis on Saturday, 2nd April, 2022, navigation within the Grand Harbour will be restricted from 2.30 p.m. until the departure of the “HSC Maria Dolores" from the Grand Harbour.
Grand Harbour
A number of areas are being designated to accommodate spectators as noted below:
1. Rinella Bay/Bighi Bay,
2. Dockyard Creek,
3. Lab South 2 to limits of Boiler Wharf
Vessels intending to moor within the above areas are to be securely moored by not later than 2.00 p.m. on Saturday, 2nd April, 2022 in the area bound by the following coordinates. No spectator vessel will be permitted into the harbour after this time. Enforcement Units will be present to coordinate.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35° 53'.882 014° 31'.423
B 35° 53'.540 014° 31'.156
C 35° 53'.535 014° 31'.005
D 35° 53'.456 014° 30'.864
E 35° 53'.355 014° 30'.844
F 35° 53'.136 014° 30'.412
and the intermediate coastline (as shown on chart A found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).
During the transit of the “HSC Maria Dolores", which will be conveying His Holiness from Deep Water Quay 5 to Mġarr Harbour, the “HSC Maria Dolores" will carry out manoeuvres within the Grand Harbour as shown on Chart C found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).
All vessels moored within the designated areas A, B and C are to remain in position, but will be permitted to follow the “HSC Maria Dolores" following her departure from Deep Water Quay.
These vessels must, at all times, maintain a minimum distance of 100 metres from the “HSC Maria Dolores" and must never impede the safe passage of the vessel. In addition, they are to comply with the International Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea and with due regard to the observance of good seamanship.
Transit between the Grand Harbour and Mġarr Harbour
Vessels forming part of the convoy following the “HSC Maria Dolores" and any vessel joining the convoy must always maintain a minimum distance of 100 metres from the HSC and must never impede the safe passage of the vessel.
Mġarr Harbour
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies that in connection with the visit in Mġarr Harbour of His Holiness Pope Francis on Saturday, 2nd April, 2022, the Mġarr Harbour will be restricted from 4.30 p.m. till 7.45 p.m.
Several areas are being designated to accommodate spectators as noted below:
4. East of North Breakwater,
5. South of South Breakwater,
Vessels intending to moor within the above areas are to be securely moored by not later than 4.00 p.m. on Saturday, 2nd April, 2022 in the area bound by the following coordinates. No spectator vessel will be permitted into these areas after this time. Enforcement Units will be present to coordinate.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
G 36° 01'.610 014° 18'.137
H 36° 01'.593 014° 18'.236
I 36° 01'.546 014° 18'.225
J 36° 01'.563 014° 18'.125
K 36° 01'.482 014° 18'.111
L 36° 01'.443 014° 18'.144
M 36° 01'.349 014° 17'.977
N 36° 01'.388 014° 17'.944
(as shown on Chart B on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt))
Vessels wishing to follow the Ro-Ro vessel “Ta' Pinu" on departure from Mġarr and any vessel joining the convoy must at all times, maintain a minimum distance of 100 metres from the Ro-Ro vessel “Ta' Pinu" and must never impede the safe passage of the vessel.
Any changes to the schedule will be communicated by VTS Valletta on channel 12 and Mġarr Port Control on channel 10.
Vessels are to comply with instructions issued by Transport Malta, Valletta VTS, Mġarr Port Control, the Armed Forces of Malta and the Police.
Charts affected: BA Chart 177, 211, 2537, 2538
Positions referred to WGS 84 Datum.
29th March, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 25 of 2022
Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 21 of 2022 re Translocation Operation of Cladocora Ceaspitosa within the Grand Harbour
Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 21 of 2022.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that, due to unfavourable circumstances the work will not be completed within the time, as planned. The completion date is therefore being extended to Friday, 1st April, 2022.
Local Notice to Mariners No. 21 of 2022 is to be amended accordingly.
All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 21 of 2022 will remain valid.
Chart affected: BA 177
25th March, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 26 of 2022
Filming from Different Localities – Breathless
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies all mariners and sea vessel operators that filming activities will take place at different localities.
Filming will take place between Tuesday, 29th March, 2022 and Wednesday, 30th March, 2022, from 6.00 a.m. till 6.00 p.m., both days.
Filming will be carried out from the following locations, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt):
Point A – Xgħajra
Point B – Il-Bajja ta' San Ġiljan
Point C – Il-Bajja ta' Għar id-Dud
If due to bad weather conditions filming cannot take place from these localities, it will be carried out from any of the following locations, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)
Point D – Ir-Ramla taċ-Ċirkewwa
Point E – Il-Bajja tal-Mellieħa
Point F – Il-Ponta taż-Żonqor
Point G – Il-Ħofriet
A clear horizon is requested from where filming is being carried out at the time, during the dates and times listed above.
The RHIB Nautical 1 will be used during the filming while another safety boat/RHIB will be assisting during the filming. They are to be given a wide berth when sighted.
Mariners navigating in the vicinity of the indicated areas on the mentioned dates and times are requested to keep watch on VHF Channel 12/16 and are to cooperate with any instructions originating from the filming crew.
Any instructions issued on VHF Channels 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS and /or by any enforcement agency on site, are to be complied with.
Charts affected: BA 2537, 2538, 211.
25th March, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 15 of 2022
Merkanti Reef, East Cardinal Light – UNRELIABLE
Reference is made to BA Chart 177 – Valletta Harbours
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Merkanti Reef East Cardinal light flashing quick 3 every 10 seconds (pole mounted) in the following position:
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
35° 55'.490 014° 29'.850
is UNRELIABLE.
25th March, 2022
Local Notice to Mariners No. 23 of 2022
Benthic Survey along Boiler Wharf in the Grand Harbour
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a benthic survey will be carried out along Boiler Wharf in the Grand Harbour.
The survey will be carried out by divers on any day between Tuesday 22nd March, 2022 and Monday 18th April, 2022. The divers will display the International Code of Signals Flag A when diving is taking place.
The benthic survey will be carried out within the area A, B, C, D, and the intermediate coastline (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).
The works will be coordinated by the Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS), the Traffic Management Unit (TMU) at Transport Malta and the contractor on site.
Mariners navigating in the vicinity of the indicated areas on the mentioned dates and times are to keep watch on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16 and are to cooperate with the contractor and/or enforcement personnel in the area.
Any instructions issued on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS are to be complied with.
Chart affected: BA 177
22nd March, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 24 of 2022
Translocation of Maltese Top-shell (Gibbula nivosa) within Marsamxett Harbour
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that there will be a translocation operation of Maltese Top-shell (Gibbula nivosa) within Marsamxett Harbour.
The works consist of translocating the colonies of Maltese Top-shell (Gibbula nivosa) from within area 'A' (Valletta Waterpolo Pitch) to within area 'B' (Manoel Island), as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
The translocation operation is expected to commence on any day from Tuesday, 22nd March, 2022 onwards and is expected to be completed by Monday, 18th April, 2022.
Divers will be performing the translocation and will be displaying the International Code of Signals flag A when diving is taking place.
The works will be coordinated between the Ferry Service operator and the contractor on site.
Mariners navigating in the vicinity of the indicated areas on the mentioned dates and times are to keep watch on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 and are to cooperate with the contractor and/or enforcement personnel in the area.
Any instructions issued on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS are to be complied with.
Chart affected: BA 177
22nd March, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 14 of 2022
Live Firing Practice at Pembroke Ranges – 23rd and 24th March, 2022 – Extended Hours
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that further to Notice to Mariners No. 24 of 2021, the Armed Forces of Malta will carry out Live Firing Practice on Wednesday 23rd and Thursday 24th March, 2022, with extended hours from 4.30 p.m. till 11.00 p.m. (local time).
A Sécurité message will be issued on VHF channels 12, and/or 16 by Valletta VTS, accordingly.
The exercise area (LM-D6) is delineated by sector ABC.
From Position A
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35° 55'.540 014° 28'.320 (Centre point on land),
a radius of 4 nautical miles to points
B 35° 59'.460 014° 27'.150 and
C 35° 58'.290 014° 32'.190
Limits are indicated on BA charts 194, 2537 and 2538.
During the live firing practice, red flags (approximate size 2.5m x 2m), will be flown from the shore limits. After sunset, instead of the Red Flags, there will be Red Lights and there will be two safety vessels with blue lights on each side, to indicate the limits of the area. 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 on VHF channels 12 and/or 16 by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) and by the Armed Forces of Malta, are to be strictly observed.
Charts affected: BA 2538, 2537, 194
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM
22nd March, 2022
Local Notice to Mariners No. 22 of 2022
Yachting Malta EurILCA MASTERS Regatta
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Royal Malta Yacht Club (RMYC) will be organising the Yachting Malta EurILCA Masters sailing regatta.
The sailing regatta will be held off Tas-Sliema within area A, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), between Friday, 18th March, 2022 and Sunday, 20th March, 2022, from noon till 4.00 p.m. daily.
Inflatable marker buoys to indicate the racecourse within the abovementioned area shall be laid, from 11.00 a.m. till 5.00 p.m., on each day of the races.
All vessels that are not involved in the activity are to keep well clear from the competing boats and follow any instructions given by the race officials and support vessels.
If due to wind conditions the sailing regatta cannot be held off Tas-Sliema, it will be held in Marsamxett Harbour within area B, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt). The dates and times of the regatta will remain unchanged.
Mariners are to note the above and are to give the areas indicated a wide berth. They are further instructed to fully comply with Rule 18 (COLREGS 1972) and to 'keep out of the way' of the sailing vessels participating in the regatta.
Mariners navigating in the vicinity of the indicated areas on the mentioned dates and times are to keep watch on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 and are to cooperate with the organisers and/or enforcement personnel in the area.
Any instructions issued on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS are to be complied with.
Charts affected: BA 177, 2538, 2537.
18th March, 2021
Local Notice to Mariners No. 21 of 2022
Translocation of Operation Cladocora Ceaspitosa within the Grand Harbour
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that there will be a translocation operation of Cladocora Ceaspitosa (a type of coral) colonies within the Grand Harbour.
The works consist of translocating the colonies of Cladocora Ceaspitosa from Pinto Wharf 4 and 5 (point A) and, if found, from approximately 80m from Fuel Wharf (point B) to the following places:
Entrance to No. 1 Dock (point V),
Corner between Machinery Wharf and Oil Wharf (point W),
North end of Oil Wharf (point X),
Xatt ir-Risq (point Y), and/or
Il-Ponta ta' Bighi (point Z), positions as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
The translocation operation is scheduled to start on Friday, 18th March, 2022, and be completed by Friday, 25th March, 2022. No work will be carried out on Saturday, 19th and Sunday, 20th March, 2022.
Divers will be preforming the translocation with the assistance of the vessel Lobster which will be displaying the International Code of Signals Flag A, during the diving operation.
In view of the above, mariners navigating in the abovementioned areas, are to proceed with caution and at very slow speed (no wake). They are to give the vessel Lobster a wide berth of at least 80m, when spotted.
Mariners are to cooperate with the contractor on site and comply with any instructions as may be given on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS and/or any enforcement personnel on site.
Chart affected: BA 177
15th March, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 20 of 2022
Slipway not Accessible at Ix-Xatt ta' Tax-Xbiex, Msida
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the general public that refurbishment works are being carried out on the promanade and slipway at Ix-Xatt ta' Tax-Xbiex.
The works are to start with immediate effect and are expected to be completed by the end of June, 2022.
Due to such works, the slipway shown by a red circle on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) and centred on the below position, will not be accessable during the mentioned period:
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
35° 53'.812 014° 29'.569
Mariners and the general public are to note the above and co-operate with the contractor on site.
Mariners are also to comply with any instructions given on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS
Chart affected: BA 177
11th March, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 13 of 2022
Live Firing Practice at Pembroke Ranges – 16th to 18th March 2022 - Extended Hours
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that further to Notice to Mariners No. 24 of 2021, the Armed Forces of Malta will carry out Live Firing Practice from Wednesday, 16th March, 2022 at 8.00 a.m. to Friday 18th March 2022 at 11.59 p.m.. All times are Local Mean Time (LMT) and the firing practice will be carried out during daytime and night time.
The exercise area (LM-D6) is delineated by sector ABC.
From Position A
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35° 55'.540 014° 28'.320 (Centre point on land),
a radius of 4 Nautical miles to points
B 35° 59'.460 014° 27'.150 and
C 35° 58'.290 014° 32'.190
During the Live Firing Practice Red Flags (approximate size 2.5m x 2m) will be flown from the shore limits. After sunset the Red Flags will be replaced by Red Lights. Two safety vessels, exhibiting blue flashing lights, will be positioned on each side of the limits. Mariners are warned to keep, as a minimum, 4 Nautical miles off the coast when the flags, red lights or safety vessels are sighted.
Moreover, any instructions given on VHF Channels 12 and/or 16 by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) and the Armed Forces of Malta are to be strictly observed.
Charts affected: BA 2538, 2537, 194.
Positions referred to WGS 84 DAT
8th March, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 15 of 2022
Cancellation of Local Notice to Mariners No. 153 of 2021 Regarding Refurbishment Works on a Slipway at Id-Daħla tal-Kalkara
Reference is made to BA Chart 177 – Valletta Harbours
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the refurbishment works on the slipway at Id-Daħla tal-Kalkara, mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 153 of 2021, has been completed.
Local Notice to Mariners No. 153 of 2021 is hereby CANCELLED.
4th March, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 16 of 2022
Refurbishment Works on a Slipway at Qala San Marku
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the public that refurbishment work on a slipway at Qala San Marku will start with immediate effect and will continue until further notice.
The area within the imaginary lines A, B, C and the intermediate coastline, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), will become a work area and no vessel or sea craft is to enter this area.
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35° 56'.914 014° 26'.771
B 35° 56'.888 014° 26'.771
C 35° 56'.888 014° 26'.764
Throughout the duration of the works, a silt curtain will be laid within the abovementioned area.
The work will be carried out from land and may include the deployment of divers. During the diving operation the International Code of Signals Flag A, will be displayed accordingly.
Masters and operators of vessels are advised to keep a sharp lookout, proceed with caution, and at slow speed (no wake) when navigating close to the above indicated area. They are to co-operate with the contractor on site. The slipway will not be accessible while the works are in progress.
They are also to comply with any instructions given on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS
Chart affected: BA 177
4th March, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 17 of 2022
Dolphins, Whales,Turtles, Sharks, Jellyfish Blooms and Alien Species Studies by the Conservation Biology Research Group of the University of Malta
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that the Conservation Biology Research Group of the University of Malta is conducting research on marine biodiversity within the Central Mediterranean Region around the Maltese Islands (from coastal to offshore) in respect of:
1) Dolphins, whales and turtle sightings
2) Sharks, rays sightings
3) Jellyfish blooms sightings
4) Alien species sightings or caught during fishing
Mariners are requested to cooperate and support the research by reporting sightings immediately as follows:
Email: Prof. Adriana Vella at (adriana.vella@um.edu.mt)
SMS/phone on mobile/WhatsApp: +356 9942 9592
Additionally, thanks to support by the NGO BICREF, one may also send information to (http://bicref.org/notices-to-mariners/).
The information required includes the following:
a) Date and time of observation;
b) Number of dolphins/whales/turtles/sharks/blooms of jellyfish/alien species;
c) Location of sighting (including GPS coordinates if possible);
d) Photos/videos whenever possible to allow for identification of the species.
The participation of mariners in such a long-term initiative is necessary to ensure regular updates supporting monitoring of Maltese waters to devise an early warning system for bathers and assist in Mediterranean-wide marine conservation.
4th March, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 18 of 2022
Refurbishment Works on a Slipway at Il-Bajja tal-Ġnejna
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the general public that refurbishment works on a slipway at Il-Bajja tal-Ġnejna will start with immediate effect and will continue until further notice.
The refurbishment works will be centred on point A and will be carried out by divers who will be assisted by the vessel Gold Dredger which will be displaying the International Code of Signals flag A, during the diving operations.
A working area centred on point A and of radius of 100m, as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), will be established while works are being carried out.
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35° 55'.268 014° 20'.405
Due to this work, all vessels within the abovementioned working area and any others which may obstruct the safe passage of the Gold Dredger, are to be removed while the work is being carried out.
Throughout the duration of the works, a silt curtain will be laid within the abovementioned area.
Masters and operators of vessels are advised to keep a sharp lookout, proceed with caution, and at slow speed (no wake) when navigating close to the above indicated area. They are to co-operate with the contractor on site. The slipway will not be accessible while the works are in progress.
They are also to comply with any instructions given on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS
Chart affected: BA 177
4th March, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 19 of 2022
Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 8 of 2022 Regarding Hydrographic (Multi-beam) Survey in Il-Bajja ta' Marsaxlokk
Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 8 of 2022.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that due to unfavourable circumstances the work will not be completed within the time, as planned. The completion date is therefore being extended to the end of March 2022.
Local Notice to Mariners No. 8 of 2022 is to be amended accordingly.
All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 8 of 2022 will remain valid.
Chart affected: BA 177
4th March, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 12 of 2022
Cancellation of Notice to Mariners No. 11 of 2022 regarding Marsaskala End of Jetty Light –
Temporarily Removed
Reference is made to BA Chart 2538 – Malta
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Marsaskala end of jetty light mentioned in Notice to Mariners No. 11 of 2022 has been re-established and is functioning properly.
Notice to Mariners No. 11 of 2022 is hereby CANCELLED.
4th March, 2022
Local Notice to Mariners No. 14 of 2022
Filming from Different Localities – Deep Fear – March 2022
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies all mariners and sea vessel operators that filming activities will take place at different localities.
Filming will take place between Friday, 4th March, 2022 and Saturday, 9th April, 2022, from 5.00 a.m. to 8.00 p.m. every day.
Filming will be carried out at the following locations as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) and also at the Grand Harbour, Marsaxlokk Bay and Hurds Bank and 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 Warriors Tate, Silver Charm, Sahara Z3, Abbot and Maria C will be used during the filming and are to be given a wide berth when sighted.
Mariners navigating in the vicinity of the indicated areas on the mentioned dates and times are requested to keep watch on VHF Channel 12/16 and are to cooperate with any instructions originating from the filming crew.
Any instructions issued on VHF Channels 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS and/or by any enforcement agency on site, are to be complied with.
Charts affected: BA 2537, 211.
Local Notice to Mariners No. 13 of 2022
Removal of wreck at Fuel Wharf in the Grand Harbour
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that the wreck at Fuel Wharf in the Grand Harbour, is being removed.
The removal will take place between Monday, 28th February and Monday, 14th March, 2022.
The work will be carried out by the vessel MV Gold Dredger, which will be lifting fragmented sections of the wreckage onto a truck to be transported away from Fuel Wharf.
The wreck is in the approximate position A, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
35° 53'.007 014° 30'.253
A boom will be laid while the works are being carried out.
Once the wreck has been removed, a survey by divers will be carried out. The International Code of Signals flag 'A' will be displayed during the diving operation. A safety distance of 100 meters from the indicated area, is required.
Masters and operators of vessels are advised to keep a sharp lookout, proceed with caution, and at slow speed (no wake) when navigating close to the above indicated area. They are to cooperate with the contractor and any enforcement personnel on site.
All vessels are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS.
Chart affected: BA 177
25th February, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 12 of 2022
Further works as part of the PEACE MED Submarine Cable Laying of the Malta Branching Unit – Inshore
Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 184 of 2021.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that further works as part of the PEACE MED Submarine Cable Laying of the Malta Branching Unit – Inshore, at Ir-Ramla tal-Mixquqa, will commence on Tuesday, 22nd February, 2022, and are expected to be completed by Monday, 28th February, 2022.
The work, which will be carried out during daylight hours only and with the use of an excavator located on the foreshore, shall consists of the burial of the submarine cable into the sand. The work area will extend up to 30m from the shore.
The works do not require the use of any vessels, however, divers, will be monitoring the works underwater. Appropriate signals in accordance with the requirements of the Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea (Signal Flag 'A') shall be exhibited accordingly.
A safety distance of 15m is required from the excavator and divers as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Charts affected: BA 211, 2537, 2538
22nd February, 2022
Local Notice to Mariners No. 11 of 2022
Maintenance works near slipway at Il-Bajja tal-Ġnejna
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that maintenance works will be carried out near the slipway at Il-Bajja tal-Ġnejna.
The work, which should only take a few days to be completed, is expected to start at any time after Tuesday, 22nd February, 2022, and should be completed by Tuesday, 22nd March, 2022. The work will require good weather conditions for a series of consecutive days.
For these works a safety zone was formed between the points A to B, C to D and the intermediate coastline, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt). Divers will lay a silt curtain within this area.
Due to the above, the slipway will not be accessible and all vessels within the mentioned area, are to be removed while the works are being carried out.
Mariners and owners of vessels are to proceed at very low speed (no wake) when navigating close to the area and are to co-operate with the contractor on site.
All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.
Charts affected: BA 2537, 2538
18th February, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 11 of 2022
Marsaskala End of Jetty Light – Temporarily Removed
Reference is made to BA Chart 2538 – Malta
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Marsaskala end of jetty light, flashing 3 red every 3 seconds (pole mounted) in the following position:
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
35° 51'.912 014° 34'.097
has been TEMPORARILY REMOVED.
18th February, 2022
Notice to Mariners No. 9 of 2022
Cancellation of Notice to Mariners No. 7 of 2022 Regarding Merkanti Reef, East Cardinal Light – UNLIT
Reference is made to BA Chart 177 – Valletta Harbours
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Merkanti Reef, East Cardinal Light mentioned in Notice to Mariners No. 7 of 2022 has been repaired and is functioning properly.
Notice to Mariners No. 7 of 2022 is hereby CANCELLED
11th February, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 10 of 2022
ROV Survey of the Malta-Sicily Interconnector Submarine Cable – Nexans 2022
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a survey will be carried out with the use of a Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) equipped with video recorder and multibeam echo sounder. This survey will be carried out by the vessel Havila Phoenix and her ancillary equipment.
Weather permitting the survey is planned to commence on Sunday, 13th February, 2022, and be completed by Monday, 21st February, 2022, along the route between the following coordinates:
Turning Point Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
1 (Malta – Qalet Marku) 35° 56'.560 014° 26'.960
2 35° 56'.710 014° 27'.020
3 35° 56'.810 014° 27'.000
4 35° 57'.390 014° 27'.220
5 35° 57'.700 014° 27'.260
6 35° 59'.450 014° 29'.360
7 36° 02'.550 014° 30'.630
8 36° 12'.640 014° 33'.280
9 36° 22'.910 014° 33'.900
10 36° 27'.505 014° 32'.270
11 36° 30'.980 014° 30'.820
12 36° 35'.040 014° 30'.800
13 36° 37'.775 014° 32'.542
14 36° 39'.640 014° 34'.400
15 (Sicily – 36° 46'.650 014° 34'.240
Marina di Ragusa)
Since the vessel will be towing an ROV, she will be restricted in her ability to manoeuvre.
Mariners are instructed to navigate with caution when the above-mentioned vessel Havila Phoenix is sighted and maintain a safe distance of 0.75 nautical miles from the vessels.
They are to obey any instructions given on VHF channel 69 and/or 16 by Malta Coastal Station (Malta VTS) and on VHF channel 12 by Valletta VTS when crossing the channel between Sicily and Malta.
Charts affected: BA 194, 2123, 2124, 2537, 2538 and Int. 301
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM
11th February, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 8 of 2022
Hydrographic (multi-beam) survey in Il-Bajja ta' Marsaxlokk
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a hydrographic (multi-beam) survey will be carried out in Il-Bajja ta' Marsaxlokk.
The multibeam hydrographic survey will be held between Wednesday, 9th February, 2022 and Tuesday, 8th March, 2022, and will be within the area as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
The survey will be carried out in all areas of Marsaxlokk Bay that are accessible and safe for the survey vessel to manoeuvre.
The support vessels Beezer will be used during the survey, therefore a wide berth of 25m is requested. The support vessel will be moving slowly and will display the International Code of Signals Flag D during the survey.
Masters and operators of vessels are advised to keep a sharp lookout, navigate with caution and at slow speed. All vessels shall give the above support vessel Beezer a wide berth and shall cooperate with the survey team.
They are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 14 and/or 16, by Marsaxlokk VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.
Chart affected: BA 36
8th February, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 9 of 2022
Fireworks – Feast of St Paul Shipwreck – Valletta – 2022
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies Mariners that in connection with the Titular Feast of St Paul's Shipwreck at Valletta, aerial firework displays will be let off from the foreshore at il-Ponta ta' Sant'Iermu (point A). Ground fireworks displays will take place on the bastion next to Il-Ponta tal-Imgerbeb (point B) from approximately the following position:
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35° 54'.163 14° 31'.226
B 35° 53'.892 14° 31'.089
The dates and times of the firework displays from the above positions, are as follows:
From point A:
On Wednesday, 9th February, 2022, from 10.30 p.m. till 11.30 p.m.,
On Thursday, 10th February, 2022, from 8.00 a.m. till 8.10 a.m.
from 11.50 a.m. till 12.15 p.m. and
from 6.00 p.m. till 8.30 p.m.
From point B:
On Tuesday, 8th February, 2022, from 9.30 p.m. till 10.30 p.m.
On Wednesday, 9th February, 2022, from 10.00 p.m. till 11.00 p.m.
Mariners are to note the above, give the positions indicated a wide berth and a safe distance from point A of at least 200m and from point B of at least 50m (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)). They are further instructed to contact Valletta VTS on VHF channel 12 when navigating in and/or out of the Grand Harbour and Marsamxett Harbour on the above dates and times.
Any instructions issued on VHF channels 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS and/or by any enforcement agency on site, are to be complied with.
Positions referred to: WGS 84 DATUM
Chart affected: BA Chart 177
8th February, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 10 of 2022
Cancellation of Local Notice to Mariners No. 204 of 2021 regarding Submerged Boat at Il-Magħluq – Danger to Navigation
Reference is made to BA Chart 36 – Marsaxlokk and Approaches
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the submerged vessel mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 204 of 2021 has been lifted from the sea bottom and has been transferred to land. The wreck is no longer a danger to navigation.
Local Notice to Mariners No. 204 of 2021 is hereby CANCELLED.
8th February, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 8 of 2022
Cancellation of Notice to Mariners No. 5 of 2022 regarding Malta and Tunisia NAVTEX service is temporarily suspended
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Malta (O) and Tunisia (T) NAVTEX service has been restored and messages are being transmitted as scheduled.
Notice to Mariners No. 5 of 2022 is hereby CANCELLED.
8th February, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 7 of 2022
Yachting Malta BSC International Regatta 2022
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Birżebbuġa Sailing Club shall be holding the Yachting Malta BSC International Regatta 2022 between Thursday, 10th February and Sunday, 13th February, 2022.
Races shall be held from 9.00 a.m. till 5.00 p.m. (local time) on all days.
Class races shall be held over two (2) adjacent upwind/downwind courses, centred in the selected sailing area depending on the prevailing weather conditions as on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) showing areas A, B and C.
The courses around which the competitors shall sail, will be defined by orange inflatable marks (waypoints) of about 1.5 metres in height.
Races will be held when no merchant vessel traffic is scheduled to enter or depart from the Malta Freeport Terminals.
Masters of all craft not directly involved in this event are asked to keep clear of the racing area, especially at each of the turning marks. All mariners are to observe any instructions given by the Race Organisers safety crafts and on VHF Channels 14 and/or 16 by Marsaxlokk VTS.
Charts affected: BA 36, 2538
4th February, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No.7 of 2022
Merkanti Reef, East Cardinal Light – UNLIT
Reference is made to BA Chart 177 – Valletta Harbours
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Merkanti Reef East Cardinal light flashing quick 3 every 10 seconds (pole mounted) in the following position:
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
35° 55'.490 014° 29'.850
is UNLIT.
4th February, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 6 of 2022
Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 172 of 2021 regarding Repair Works by Infrastructure Malta on Mġarr Quay Edge – Gozo
Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 172 of 2021.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that due to unfavourable circumstances the work will not be completed within the time, as planned. Therefore, the completion date for Phase 1 is being extended to mid-February, 2022, while the completion date of Phase 2 is being extended to end of February 2022. The whole project, including Phase 3, is still expected to be completed by Saturday 30th April, 2022
Local Notice to Mariners No. 172 of 2021 is to be amended accordingly.
All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 172 of 2021 will remain valid.
Charts affected: BA 211, 2537
28th January, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 6 of 2022
Live Firing Practice at Pembroke Ranges – 31st January, 2022 – Extended Hours
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that further to Notice to Mariners No. 24 of 2021, the Armed Forces of Malta will carry out Live Firing Practice on Monday, 31st January, 2022, with extended hours from 4.30 p.m. till 10.30 p.m. (local time).
A Sécurité message will be issued on VHF channels 12, and/or 16 by Valletta VTS, accordingly.
The exercise area (LM-D6) is delineated by sector ABC.
From Position A
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35° 55'.540 014° 28'.320 (Centre point on land),
a radius of 4 nautical miles to points
B 35° 59'.460 014° 27'.150 and
C 35° 58'.290 014° 32'.190
Limits are indicated on BA charts 194, 2537 and 2538.
During the Live Firing Practice, red flags (approximate size 2.5m x 2m), will be flown from the shore limits. After sunset, instead of the red flags, there will be red lights and there will be two safety vessels with blue lights on each side, to indicate the limits of the area. 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 on VHF channels 12 and/or 16 by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) and by the Armed Forces of Malta, are to be strictly observed.
Charts affected: BA 2538, 2537, 194
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM
25th January, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 5 of 2022
Malta and Tunisia NAVTEX Service – is Temporarily Suspended
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Malta (O) and Tunisia (T) NAVTEX service is temporarily suspended.
While every effort is being made to resume transmitting NAVTEX messages as soon as possible, during the period of no transmission, Malta Navigational Warnings will be promulgated by voice, on radio, as follows:
Malta Vessel Traffic Service (Malta VTS) on VHF Channel 16 at 10.03 a.m., 4.03 p.m. and 9.03 p.m. (UTC) daily.
21st January, 2022
Notice to Mariners No. 3 of 2022
Chart Correction – New coastline and pontoons configuration and Corrected Soundings
at Il-Port tal-Imġarr, Gozo
Reference is made to BA Charts 211D – Gozo – Il-Port tal-Imġarr
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that dredging works and alterations to the coastline and pontoons configuration at Il-Port tal-Imġarr, Gozo, have been completed.
The new coastline and pontoons configuration and the corrected depths are as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (http://www.transport.gov.mt).
Chart affected: BA 211D
18th January, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 4 of 2022
Live Firing Practice at Pembroke Ranges – 24th January, 2022 – Extended hours
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that further to Notice to Mariners No. 24 of 2021, the Armed Forces of Malta will carry out live firing practice on Monday, 24th January, 2022, with extended hours from 4.30 p.m. till 10.30 p.m. (local time).
A Sécurité message will be issued on VHF channels 12, and/or 16 by Valletta VTS, accordingly.
The exercise area (LM-D6) is delineated by sector ABC.
From Position A
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35° 55'.540 014° 28'.320 (Centre point on land),
a radius of 4 nautical miles to points
B 35° 59'.460 014° 27'.150 and
C 35° 58'.290 014° 32'.190
Limits are indicated on BA charts 194, 2537 and 2538.
During the Live Firing Practice Red Flags (approximate size 2.5m x 2m) will be flown from the shore limits. After sunset instead of the red flags there will be red lights and there will be two safety vessels with blue lights on each side, to indicate the limit of the area. Mariners are warned to keep, as a minimum, 4 nautical miles off the coast when the red flags /lights or the safety vessels are sighted.
Moreover, any instructions given on VHF channels 12 and/or 16 by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) and the Armed Forces of Malta are to be strictly observed.
Charts affected: BA 2538, 2537, 194
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM
18th January, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 2 of 2022
Conservation Areas around Wrecks – Updated January 2022
The Department of Fisheries and Aquaculture has set several conservation areas around wrecks that are lying, on the sea bottom, within Maltese territorial waters.
In view of the above, mariners are to note that conservation areas have been established as indicated below:
Lokazzjoni Bastiment Punt Latitudni (T) Lonġitudni (L)
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
Lil hinn mix-Xatt MV Xlendi A 36° 01'.067 014° 16'.967
l-Aħmar Cominoland B 36° 01'.083 014° 17'.367
Off Xatt l-Aħmar Karwela C 36° 00'.867 014° 17'.367
D 36° 00'.867 014° 16'.983
Marsakala Tug St Michael A 35° 52'.100 014° 34'.550
Tug 10 B 35° 51'.916 014° 34'.642
P33 C 35° 51'.858 014° 34'.479
D 35° 52'.017 014° 34'.399
Lil hinn mill- Imperial Eagle A 35° 57'.983 014° 26'.033
Ponta tal-Qawra B 35° 57'.833 014° 26'.233
Off Qawra point C 35° 57'.683 014° 26'.033
D 35° 57'.833 014° 25'.850
Lil hinn Rożi A 35° 59'.224 014° 19'.645
miċ-Ċirkewwa P29 B 35° 59'.148 014° 19'.555
Off Ċirkewwa C 35° 59'.299 014° 19'.365
D 35° 59'.491 014° 19'.588
E 35° 59'.387 014° 19'.716
Lil hinn minn Blenheim A 35° 50'.267 014° 34'.467
Xrobb l-Għaġin bomber B 35° 50'.117 014° 34'.667
Off Xrobb l-Għaġin C 35° 49'.950 014° 34'.467
D 35° 50'.117 014° 34'.283
Lil hinn mill-ponta Bristol A 35° 55'.617 014° 30'.183
tal-Exiles Beaufighter B 35° 55'.467 014° 30'.367
Off Exiles point C 35° 55'.300 014° 30'.183
D 35° 55'.467 014° 29'.983
Lil hinn mill-ponta Tug 2 100m radju iċċentrat fuq
ta' San Ġiljan 100m radius centred on
Off il-Ponta ta' 35° 55'.228 014° 29'.927
San Ġiljan
Entratura ta' P 31 200m radju iċċentrat fuq
Nofsinhar ta' 200m radius centred on
Bejn il-Kmieni 36° 00'.540 014° 19'.387
South entrance
of Blue Lagoon
Lil hinn mill-Ponta Anadrian 100m radju iċċentrat fuq
ta' San Ġorġ 100m radius centred on
Off Saint George's 35° 56'.967 014° 30'.466
Point
Lil hinn mill-Ponta Barkun 1
tal-Qawra Barge 1 100m radju iċċentrat fuq
Off Il-Ponta 100m radius centred on
Tal-Qawra 35° 58'.743 014° 29'.606
Lil hinn mill-Ponta Barkun 2
tal-Qawra Barge 2 100m radju iċċentrat fuq
Off Il-Ponta 100m radius centred on
Tal-Qawra 35° 58'.684 014° 28'.735
Lil hinn minn Ras Scotts Craig 100m radju iċċentrat fuq
il-Qammieħ 100m radius centred on
Off Ras 35° 57'.853 014° 20'.000
Il-Qammieħ
Lil hinn minn
Daħlet ix-Xile MV Pippo 100m radju iċċentrat fuq
Off Daħlet 100m radius centred on
ix-Xile 35° 59'.184 014° 23'.702
Lil hinn minn HMS Stubborn 100m radju iċċentrat fuq
Selmunett 100m radius centred on
Off Selmunett 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. 41 of 2019 is hereby SUPERSEDED
Charts Affected: BA 177, 194, 211A, 211B, 2537, 2538
Positions are referred to WGS84 DATUM.
14th January, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 3 of 2022
Ranking Event for SB20 Class of Sailing Boats
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a ranking event for SB20 class of sailing boats will be held on Saturday, 15th and Sunday, 16th January, 2022, in Marsamxett Harbour.
Races shall be held from 10.00 a.m. till 2.30 p.m. (local time) on both days.
The ranking event shall be held over two (2) adjacent upwind/downwind courses, within the area A, B and C, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta (www.transport.gov.mt).
The courses shall be defined by big yellow inflatable marks (waypoints) around which the competitors shall have to sail.
The safety RHIB Pelagos, will be assisting during the event. The organisers will be directing the races from onboard the safety RHIB.
Masters of all craft, not directly involved in this ranking event, are asked to keep clear of the turning marks and to cooperate with the organisers. They are further instructed to fully comply with Rule 18 (COLREGS 1972) and to 'keep out of the way' of the sailing vessels participating in the event.
All mariners are to observe any instructions that may be given by the event organisers safety craft and on VHF Channels 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS.
Chart effected: BA 177
14th January, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 4 of 2022
Repair Works on the Light at the Breakwater Head in St George's Bay, Birżebbuġa
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that repair works will be carried out on the light at the breakwater head in St George's Bay, Birżebbuġa.
The repair works are expected to start on Tuesday 18th January, 2022; therefore, the light will be UNLIT until further notice.
All mariners are also advised, when approaching the breakwater, to keep a sharp lookout, navigate with caution, and at very slow speed (no wake). They are to cooperate with the contractor and to comply with any instructions issued on VHF Channel 14 and/or 16 by Marsaxlokk VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.
Chart affected: BA 36
14th January, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 5 of 2022
Misuse of Distress Signals
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that, in line with the Convention on the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972 (COLREGS), as amended, all mariners should be familiar in the use and in the ability to recognise and relay when necessary 'Distress Signals'. All vessels shall, prior to their launch and use, be provided with adequate means of making effective distress signals by day and night.
The distress signals shall be used ONLY for the purpose of indicating distress at sea and the need of immediate assistance. The misuse of any signal, or the use of other signals which may be confused with any of the below, is STRICTLY PROHIBITED.
COLREGS Annex IV – Distress Signals is being reproduced below.
COLREGS 1972, as amended – Annex IV – Distress signals
1. The following signals, used or exhibited either together or separately, indicate distress and need of assistance:
(a) a gun or other explosive signal fired at intervals of about a minute;
(b) a continuous sounding with any fog signalling apparatus;
(c) rockets or shells, throwing red stars fired one at a time at short intervals;
(d) a signal made by any signalling method consisting of the group ··· --- ··· (SOS) in the 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 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 digital selective calling (DSC) transmitted on:
(i) VHF channel 70, or
(ii) MF/HF on 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 ship earth station;
(n) signals transmitted by emergency position indicating radio beacons;
(o) approved signals transmitted by radiocommunication systems, including survival craft radar transponders.
2. 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 above signals, is prohibited.
3. Attention is drawn to the relevant sections of the International Code of Signals, the International Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue Manual, Volume III and the following signals:
(a) a piece of orange coloured canvas with either a black square and circle or other appropriate symbol (for identification from the air);
(b) a dye marker.
In addition, the Ports and Yachting Directorate notifies that the use of any signals similar to, 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 the need for assistance, are to be pre-notified to the Authority in its functions of a Port Authority accordingly.
All mariners are reminded that the improper use of distress signals and failure to respond to or relay a distress signal is deemed as an offence and liable, upon conviction, to a fine (multa) or imprisonment or both.
Local Notice to Mariners No. 93 of 2019 is hereby superseded
14th January, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 2 of 2022
Chart Correction – Conservation Area at Marsaskala
Reference is made to BA Chart 2538 – Malta
and BA Chart 36 – Marsaxlokk and Approaches
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the following changes have been made to the Conservation Area at Il-Ponta taż-Żonqor in Il-Bajja ta' Marsaskala.
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
Insert limit of conservation area, joining: 35° 52'.080 014° 34'.473
35° 52'.100 014° 34'.550
35° 51'.916 014° 34'.642
35° 51'.858 014° 34'.479
35° 52'.017 014° 34'.399
Delete old limit, joining: 35° 52'.080 014° 34'.473
35° 52'.100 014° 34'.550
35° 51'.900 014° 34'.650
35° 51'.817 014° 34'.417
35° 52'.017 014° 34'.300
Charts affected: BA 2538, 36
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM
14th January, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 1 of 2022
Cumulative List of Local Notices to Mariners for 2022
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the following Local Notices to Mariners are some of the ones still in force.
1. Local Notice to Mariners Nos. 2, 26, 132 of 2020 and 182 of 2021
Re: Restricted areas round Malta due to danger of falling rocks
2. Local Notice to Mariners No. 3 of 2020
Re: Berthing and mooring of vessels along breakwaters, jetties and slipways
3. Local Notice to Mariners No. 5 of 2020
Re: Speed restricted in close proximity to small craft, mooring areas and marinas
4. Local Notice to Mariners No. 6 of 2020
Re: Entry restriction in St George's Bay – St Julian's
5. Local Notice to Mariners No. 7 of 2020
Re: Safe distance from diver's flags signal
6. Local Notice to Mariners No. 8 of 2020
Re: Noise levels on board commercial vessels
7. Local Notice to Mariners No. 10 of 2020
Re: Use of Il-Moll ta' Buġibba by commercial vessels
8. Local Notice to Mariners No. 2 of 2021
Re: Conduct of Small Craft inside Maltese harbours
9. Local Notice to Mariners No. 9 of 2021
Re: Refurbishment works on slipway and adjacent jetty at Ir-Ramla tal-Bir in Il-Fliegu ta' Kemmuna
10. Local Notice to Mariners No. 12 of 2021
Re: Refurbishment works along the quays and stairs at Tal-Għażżelin in Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl
11. Local Notice to Mariners No. 21 of 2021
Re: Removal of sand from Il-Magħluq for the re-nourishment of the beach close by
12. Local Notice to Mariners No. 43 of 2021
Re: Refurbishment work on Marfa breakwater at Ir-Ramla tal-Bir in Il-Fliegu ta' Kemmuna
13. Local Notice to Mariners No. 48 of 2021
Re: Demarcation of Designated Areas in Xemxija (Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl)
14. Local Notice to Mariners No. 70 of 2021
Re: No entry zone at Manoel Island (Tas-Sliema Creek) due to a derelict wall
15. Local Notice to Mariners No. 95 of 2021
Re: Illicit discharges
16. Local Notice to Mariners No. 100 of 2021
Re: Refurbishment works on the breakwater at St Georges Bay, Birżebbuġa
17. Local Notice to Mariners No. 120 of 2021
Re: Official Nautical Charts and Notices to Mariners
18. Local Notice to Mariners No. 153 of 2021
Re: Refurbishment works on a slipway at Id-Daħla tal-Kalkara
19. Local Notice to Mariners No. 154 of 2021
Re: Refurbishment works on a slipway at Triq il Luzzu, Qawra
20. Local Notice to Mariners No. 155 of 2021
Re: Dredging at Birżebbuġa next to Triq San Patrizju (Fishermen Platform)
21. Local Notice to Mariners No. 160 of 2021
Re: Reconstruction works on the dilapidated pier at Għajn Rażul, St Paul's Bay
4th January, 2022
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 1 of 2022
Cumulative List of Notices to Mariners for 2022
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the following Notices to Mariners are some of the ones still in force.
1. Notice to Mariners No. 2 of 2020
Re: Information and Promulgation of Notices to Mariners
2. Notice to Mariners No. 44 of 2020
Re: Life Arċipelagu Garnija Project – Restrictions areas around Malta
3. Notice to Mariners No. 45 of 2020
Re: Restricted Area between Ponta tal-Aħrax and Daħlet ix-Xilep
4. Notice to Mariners No. 2 of 2021
Re: Lay up of rig Key Singapore
5. Notice to Mariners No. 18 of 2021
Re: Radio Frequency Interference to the Global Navigational Satellite Service (GNSS)
6. Notice to Mariners No. 19 of 2021
Re: Archaeological Zones at Sea – Superintendence of Cultural Heritage (Consolidated list 2021)
7. Notice to Mariners No. 20 of 2021
Re: Amendment to Notice to Mariners No. 35 of 2008 – re – Designated VHF channels for maritime communications
8. Notice to Mariners No. 24 of 2021
Re: Live Firing Practice at Pembroke Ranges
4th January, 2022
Local Notice to Mariners No. 207 of 2021
Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 24 of 2021 regarding Extension of Ro-Ro Ramp between Deep Water Quay and Wine Wharf
Reference is made to Local Notices to Mariners Nos 24, 60, 129 and 176 of 2021.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that due to unfavourable circumstances the work will not be completed within the time as planned. The completion date is therefore being extended to end of March 2022.
Local Notice to Mariners No. 24 of 2021 is to be amended accordingly.
All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 24 of 2021 will remain valid.
Local Notices to Mariners Nos 60, 129 and 176 of 2021 are hereby CANCELLED.
Chart affected: BA 177
31st December, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 205 of 2021
Fireworks Display from Fort Ricasoli in the Grand Harbour
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a fireworks display will be let off from Fort Ricasoli, point A (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (http://www.transport.gov.mt)) on the following date and time:
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35° 53'.886 014° 31'.437
On Friday, 31st December, 2021, from midnight till 00.10 a.m.
Mariners are to keep a safe distance of at least 200 metres from the position indicated. They are also to maintain a wide berth and to comply with any instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12 when entering and navigating into the Grand Harbour, close to or at the time of the display.
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
Chart effected: BA Chart 177
28th December, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 206 of 2021
Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 184 of 2021 regarding Peace Med Submarine Cable Laying of Malta Branching Unit – Inshore
Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 184 of 2021.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that due to unforeseen weather conditions the work will not be completed in time, therefore the completion date is being extended to Saturday, 22nd January, 2022.
Local Notice to Mariners No. 184 of 2021 is to be amended accordingly.
All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 184 of 2021 will remain valid.
Local Notice to Mariners No. 191 of 2021 is hereby CANCELLED.
Charts affected: BA 211, 2537, 2538
28th December, 2021
Local Notice to Mariners No. 200 of 2021
Cancellation of Local Notice to Mariners Nos. 012, 17 and 26 of 2019 and Nos 51 and 73 of 2020 regarding Dredging and Other Works at Mġarr Harbour – Gozo
Reference is made to BA Chart 211 – Plans in the Maltese Islands
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Dredging and other works at Mġarr Harbour – Gozo, mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners Nos 12, 17 and 26 of 2019 and Nos 51 and 73 of 2020 have been completed.
Local Notice to Mariners Nos 12, 17 and 26 of 2019 and Nos 51 and 73 of 2020 are hereby CANCELLED.
24th December, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 201 of 2021
Cancellation of Local Notice to Mariners No. 152 of 2021 regarding Shifting of boulders at Xgħajra
Reference is made to BA Chart 2538 – Malta
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners that the Shifting of boulders at Xgħajra mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 152 of 2021 has been completed.
Local Notice to Mariners No. 152 of 2021 is hereby CANCELLED.
24th December, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 202 of 2021
Fireworks (Stage Pyrotechnics) Display from Pinto Wharf 1 and 2 at the Grand Harbour
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies Mariners that fireworks (Stage Pyrotechnics) will be let off from Pinto Wharf 1 and 2 at the Grand Harbour (point A as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).
The short fireworks display will be let off from the edge of the wharf (seaward side) on Friday, 31st December, 2021 starting at 11.58 p.m. for about 10 minutes.
Mariners are informed that a safety distance of 15 meters from the letting off site at The Grand Harbour is required.
Any instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF channel 12 and/or by any enforcement agency on site, are to be complied with
Chart affected: BA 177
24th December, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 203 of 2021
Removal of Temporary Pontoons along the Main Breakwater in Mġarr Harbour, Gozo
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the general public that the temporary pontoon established by Local Notice to Mariners number 23 of 2020 is being removed, any day, between Monday, 3rd January, 2022 and Saturday 15th January 2022.
The removal of the temporary pontoons will involve the engagement of divers. The pontoon will then be loaded onto the work barge MV Gold Dredger which will transport it to the Grand Harbour where it will be unloaded onto the land.
During the removal and loading on to the MV Gold Dredger a safety distance of 25m from the pontoon is requested, shown as A, B, C and D as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt). During the diving operations the barge will exhibit the flag 'A' and any other signals deemed necessary, in accordance with the Regulations for the prevention of Collisions at sea, COLREGS 72 as amended.
Mariners are to keep a sharp lookout, navigate with caution, and at very slow speed giving the indicated areas a wide berth and cooperate with the contractor. They are also to comply with any instructions given on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS and to co-operate with the contractor and any Enforcement Personnel on site.
Local Notice to Mariners No. 23 of 2020 regarding Laying of Temporary pontoons along the Main Breakwater in Mgarr Harbour , Gozo, is hereby CANCELLED
Chart affected: BA 211
24th December, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 204 of 2021
Submerged boat at Il-Magħluq, Il-Bajja ta' Marsaxlokk – Hazard to Navigation
Reference is made to BA Chart 36 – Marsaxlokk and Approaches
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the semi-submerged vessel mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 175 of 2021 in Il-Bajja ta' Marsaxlokk in the vicinity of:
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
35° 50'.410 014° 32'.761
has now foundered and lies below the surface on the sea bottom.
Whilst every effort is being made to refloat the vessel as soon as possible, mariners are to give a wide berth of at least 30m, from the above position which is indicated by a small buoy.
They are to navigate with caution and keep a sharp lookout when navigating in the vicinity.
Due to the above Local Notice to mariners No. 175 of 2021 is hereby CANCELLED
Position in: WGS 84 Datum.
Chart affected: BA Chart 36
24th December, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 43 of 2021
Cancellation of Notice to Mariners No 41 of 2021 regarding Merkanti Reef, East Cardinal Light – UNRELIABLE
Reference is made to BA Chart 177 – Valletta Harbours
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners that the Merkanti Reef, East Cardinal Light mentioned in Notice to Mariners No. 41 of 2021 has been repaired and is functioning properly.
Notice to Mariners No. 41 of 2021 is hereby CANCELLED.
24th December, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 194 of 2021
Drilling of Two (2) boreholes (Sediment Testing) in St Julian's Bay
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the drilling of two (2) boreholes (sediment testing) will be carried out in St Julian's Bay.
The drilling works will be carried out at points S1 and S2 as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
S1 35° 54'.993 014° 29'.662
S2 35° 55'.020 014° 29'.652
The works, which will take one day to be completed, will be carried out any day between Tuesday, 21st December, 2021 and Friday, 31st December, 2021, depending on weather conditions.
Works will be carried out from the barge Bezz V which will be accompanied by the tugboat Tug 46. The barge may deploy anchors to hold it in position and will be exhibiting the appropriate lights and shapes in accordance with the requirements of the International Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea (Colregs) 1972.
Masters and operators of vessels are advised to keep a sharp look-out, navigate with caution and at very slow speed and give the indicated vessels a wide berth.
They are also to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS and to co-operate with the contractor on site.
Chart affected: BA 177
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
21st December, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 195 of 2021
Fireworks Display in Rinella Bay, Kalkara – The Grand Harbour
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that fireworks will be let off in Rinella Bay, Kalkara Creek – The Grand Harbour (shown as point A on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)), on the date and times as follows:
On Sunday, 26th December, 2021, from 8.00 a.m. till noon.
In view of the above, mariners are requested to give a wide berth of 200 meters from point A in Rinella Bay, Kalkara (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)). All vessels within 200 meters radius from point A are to be removed on the abovementioned date and time of the display.
All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.
Chart affected: BA 177
21st December, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 196 of 2021
Cancellation of Local Notice to Mariners No. 6 of 2021 Regarding marine works off Ħondoq
ir-Rummien Bay, Gozo
Reference is made to BA Chart 211 – Plans in the Maltese Islands
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the marine works off Ħondoq ir-Rummien Bay, Gozo, mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 6 of 2021 have been completed.
Local Notice to Mariners No. 6 of 2021 is hereby CANCELLED.
21st December, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 197 of 2021
Cancellation of Local Notice to Mariners No. 45 of 2020 Regarding Re-construction Works of Two Jetties in Il-Bajja ta' San Tumas
Reference is made to BA Chart 2538 – Malta
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the re-construction works of two jetties in Il-Bajja ta' San Tumas mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 45 of 2020 have been completed.
Local Notice to Mariners No. 45 of 2020 is hereby CANCELLED.
21st December, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 198 of 2021
Cancellation of Local Notice to Mariners No. 46 of 2020 regarding shallow patch in front of slipway at Wied il-Bumi in Il-Bajja ta' Birżebbuġa
Reference is made to BA Chart 36 – Marsaxlokk
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Shallow patch in front of slipway at Wied il-Bumi in Il-Bajja ta' Birżebbuġa mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 46 of 2020 has been removed.
Local Notice to Mariners No. 46 of 2020 is hereby CANCELLED.
21st December, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 199 of 2021
Cancellation of Local Notice to Mariners No. 78 of 2021 regarding Establishment of an Organised Mooring Area in Lazzaretto Creek – Marsamxett Harbour
Reference is made to BA Chart 177 – Valletta Harbours
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the establishment of an organised mooring area in Lazzaretto Creek – Marsamxett Harbour, mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 78 of 2021 has been completed.
Local Notice to Mariners No. 78 of 2021 is hereby CANCELLED.
21st December, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 191 of 2021
Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 184 of 2021 re PEACE MED Submarine Cable Laying of Malta Branching Unit – Inshore
Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 184 of 2021
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that due to unforeseen weather conditions the work will not be completed in time, therefore the completion date is being extended to Friday, 31st December, 2021.
Local Notice to Mariners No. 184 of 2021 is to be amended accordingly.
All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 184 of 2021 will remain valid.
Chart affected: BA 177
17th December, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 192 of 2021
Cancellation of Local Notice to Mariners No. 12 of 2020 regarding the Refurbishment of Slipway Adjacent to Cold War Memorial Monument at Birzebbuġa, in Il-Bajja ta' Marsaxlokk
Reference is made to BA Chart 36 – Marsaxlokk
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the refurbishment of slipway adjacent to Cold War Memorial Monument at Birzebbuġa in Il-Bajja ta' Marsaxlokk mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 12 of 2020 has been completed.
Local Notice to Mariners No. 12 of 2020 is hereby CANCELLED
17th December, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 193 of 2021
Cancellation of Local Notice to Mariners No. 69 of 2021 Regarding Maintenance Dredging
Works at Salina Bay
Reference is made to BA Chart 211B – Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Maintenance dredging works at Salina Bay mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 69 of 2021 have been completed.
Local Notice to Mariners No. 69 of 2021 is hereby CANCELLED.
17th December, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 40 of 2021
Chart Correction – Coastline (Ferry Landing) in Id-Daħla ta' Tas-Sliema at Il-Port ta' Marsamxett
Reference is made to BA Chart 177 – Valletta Harbours
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the following changes have been made to the coastline in Id-Daħla ta' Tas-Sliema at Il-Port ta' Marsamxett.
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
Insert new coastline, joining (a) 35° 54'.524 014° 30'.310
35° 54'.514 014° 30'.303
35° 54'.512 014° 30'.308
35° 54'.501 014° 30'.300
35° 54'.496 014° 30'.309
35° 54'.509 014° 30'.319
35° 54'.496 014° 30'.344
(b) 35° 54'.499 014° 30'.348
Delete old coastline, joining (a) to (b) above
Chart affected: BA 177
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM
17th December, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 41 of 2021
Merkanti Reef, East Cardinal Light – UNRELIABLE
Reference is made to BA Chart 177 – Valletta Harbours
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Merkanti Reef East Cardinal light flashing quick 3 every 10 seconds (pole mounted) in the following position:
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
35° 55'.490 014° 29'.850
IS UNRELIABLE.
17th December, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 42 of 2021
Chart Correction – Coastline (Ferry Landing) in Id-Daħla tad-Dockyard at il-Port Il-Kbir
Reference is made to BA Chart 177 – Valletta Harbours.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the following changes have been made to the coastline in Id-Daħla tad-Dockyard at Il-Port il-Kbir.
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
Insert new coastline, joining (a) 35° 54'.524 014° 30'.310
35° 54'.514 014° 30'.303
35° 54'.512 014° 30'.308
35° 54'.501 014° 30'.300
35° 54'.496 014° 30'.309
35° 54'.509 014° 30'.319
35° 54'.496 014° 30'.344
(b) 35° 54'.499 014° 30'.348
Delete old coastline, joining (a) to (b) above
Chart affected: BA 177
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM
17th December, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 191 of 2021
Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 184 of 2021 re PEACE MED Submarine Cable Laying of Malta Branching Unit – Inshore
Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 184 of 2021
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that due to unforeseen weather conditions the work will not be completed in time, therefore the completion date is being extended to Friday, 31st December, 2021.
Local Notice to Mariners No. 184 of 2021 is to be amended accordingly.
All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 184 of 2021 will remain valid.
Chart affected: BA 177
17th December, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 192 of 2021
Cancellation of Local Notice to Mariners No. 12 of 2020 regarding the Refurbishment of Slipway Adjacent to Cold War Memorial Monument at Birzebbuġa, in Il-Bajja ta' Marsaxlokk
Reference is made to BA Chart 36 – Marsaxlokk
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the refurbishment of slipway adjacent to Cold War Memorial Monument at Birzebbuġa in Il-Bajja ta' Marsaxlokk mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 12 of 2020 has been completed.
Local Notice to Mariners No. 12 of 2020 is hereby CANCELLED
17th December, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 193 of 2021
Cancellation of Local Notice to Mariners No. 69 of 2021 Regarding Maintenance Dredging
Works at Salina Bay
Reference is made to BA Chart 211B – Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Maintenance dredging works at Salina Bay mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 69 of 2021 have been completed.
Local Notice to Mariners No. 69 of 2021 is hereby CANCELLED.
17th December, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 40 of 2021
Chart Correction – Coastline (Ferry Landing) in Id-Daħla ta' Tas-Sliema at Il-Port ta' Marsamxett
Reference is made to BA Chart 177 – Valletta Harbours
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the following changes have been made to the coastline in Id-Daħla ta' Tas-Sliema at Il-Port ta' Marsamxett.
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
Insert new coastline, joining (a) 35° 54'.524 014° 30'.310
35° 54'.514 014° 30'.303
35° 54'.512 014° 30'.308
35° 54'.501 014° 30'.300
35° 54'.496 014° 30'.309
35° 54'.509 014° 30'.319
35° 54'.496 014° 30'.344
(b) 35° 54'.499 014° 30'.348
Delete old coastline, joining (a) to (b) above
Chart affected: BA 177
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM
17th December, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 41 of 2021
Merkanti Reef, East Cardinal Light – UNRELIABLE
Reference is made to BA Chart 177 – Valletta Harbours
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Merkanti Reef East Cardinal light flashing quick 3 every 10 seconds (pole mounted) in the following position:
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
35° 55'.490 014° 29'.850
IS UNRELIABLE.
17th December, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 42 of 2021
Chart Correction – Coastline (Ferry Landing) in Id-Daħla tad-Dockyard at il-Port Il-Kbir
Reference is made to BA Chart 177 – Valletta Harbours.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the following changes have been made to the coastline in Id-Daħla tad-Dockyard at Il-Port il-Kbir.
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
Insert new coastline, joining (a) 35° 54'.524 014° 30'.310
35° 54'.514 014° 30'.303
35° 54'.512 014° 30'.308
35° 54'.501 014° 30'.300
35° 54'.496 014° 30'.309
35° 54'.509 014° 30'.319
35° 54'.496 014° 30'.344
(b) 35° 54'.499 014° 30'.348
Delete old coastline, joining (a) to (b) above
Chart affected: BA 177
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM
17th December, 2021
Local Notice to Mariners No. 190 of 2021
Ranking Event for SB20 Class of Sailing Boats
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta would like to notify mariners that a ranking event for SB20 class of sailing boats will be held on Saturday, 11th and Sunday, 12th December, 2021.
Races shall be held from 10.00 a.m. till 2.30 p.m. (local time) on both days.
The ranking event shall be held over two (2) adjacent upwind / downwind courses, within the area A, B and C, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
The courses shall be defined by big yellow inflatable marks (waypoints) around which the competitors shall have to sail.
The safety RHIB “PELAGOS" will be assisting during the event. The organisers will be directing the races from onboard the safety RHIB.
If due to bad weather conditions the activities cannot be held on the above-mentioned dates, they will be held on Saturday, 8th and Sunday, 9th January, 2022 at the same times.
Masters of all craft, not directly involved in this Ranking Event, are asked to keep clear of the turning marks and to cooperate with the organisers. They are further instructed to fully comply with Rule 18 (COLREGS 1972) and to 'keep out of the way' of the sailing vessels participating in the event.
All mariners are to observe any instructions that may be given by the event organisers safety craft and on VHF Channels 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS.
Chart effected: BA 177
10th December, 2021
Local Notice to Mariners No. 189 of 2021
Malta Young Sailors Club – Euromed International
Regatta – Mellieha Bay – December 2021
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Malta Young Sailors Club will be holding the Euromed Sailing Championship 2021, between Friday, 10th December, 2021 and Tuesday, 21st December, 2021.
The activity will take place in Mellieħa Bay and its approaches, in an area delineated by the imaginary lines A to B and B to C as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Inflatable marker buoys, to indicate the racecourse within the above-mentioned area, shall be laid between 8.00 a.m. and 5.00 p.m., on each day of the activity.
All vessels that are not involved in the activity are to keep well clear of the competing boats and follow any instructions given by the race officials and support vessels.
Mariners are to note the above and are to give the area indicated a wide berth. They are further instructed to fully comply with Rule 18 (COLREGS 1972) and to 'keep out of the way' of the sailing vessels participating in the Regatta. Any instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12 and/or by any enforcement agency on site, are to be complied with.
Chart affected: BA 211, 2538, 2537.
7th December, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 188 of 2021
Diving Survey Along the Quay at Fuel Wharf in Grand Harbour
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that a diving survey will be held along the quays at Fuel Wharf in the Grand Harbour.
The diving survey will take place between Monday, 6th December, 2021 and Saturday, 18th December, 2021 (both days included) and will be held close to the quay. A safety distance of 10m from the quays is requested during the survey dates, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Due to this survey the use of the quays will be restricted and must be coordinated with the diving team on site
During the dive the diving team will be displaying the international code of Signals flag A.
Masters and operators of vessels are advised to keep a sharp lookout, navigate with caution, and at slow speed (no wake) when navigating close to the above indicated area.
They are to coordinate with the diving team on site and comply with instructions given by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16.
Chart affected: BA 177
3rd December, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 39 of 2021
Chart Correction – Coastline (Aqualuna Lido) at The Strand Gżira in Il-Port ta' Marsamxett
Reference is made to Chart BA 177 – Valletta Harbours
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies Mariners that the following changes have been made to the coastline at The Strand Gżira in Il-Port ta' Marsamxett.
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
Insert new coastline, joining: (a) 35° 54'.449 014° 29'.957
35° 54'.438 014° 29'.948
35° 54'.422 014° 29'.944
35° 54'.403 014° 29'.922
35° 54'.399 014° 29'.900
(b) 35° 54'.393 014° 29'.889
Delete old coastline, joining (a) to (b) above
Chart affected: BA 177
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM
3rd December, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 185 of 2021
Hydrographic (Multi-beam) Survey in Marsaxlokk Bay
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a hydrographic (multi-beam) survey will be carried out in Marsaxlokk Bay.
The multibeam hydrographic survey will be held between Tuesday, 30th November, 2021 and Tuesday, 21st December, 2021, and will be within the area as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
The survey will be carried out in all areas of Marsaxlokk Bay that are accessible and safe for the survey vessel to manoeuvre.
The support vessels Beezer will be used during the survey, therefore a wide berth of 25m is requested. The support vessel will be moving slowly and will display the international code of Signals flag D during the survey.
Masters and operators of vessels are advised to keep a sharp lookout, navigate with caution and at slow speed. All vessels are to give the support vessel Beezer a wide berth and cooperate with the survey team.
They are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 14 and/or 16, by Marsaxlokk VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.
Chart affected: BA 36
30th November, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 186 of 2021
Santa Swimming Event in Marsamxett Harbour
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies that a Santa swimming event will be held on Sunday 5th December 2021. The swimming event is estimated to commence at 10.00 a.m. and will finish at approximately noon.
The event will start from the Grand Hotel Excelsior Marina point A, to Manoel Island point B, then to the Ta' Xbiex waterpolo club point C and finally back to the Grand Hotel Excelsior Marina point A, as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Support vessels will accompany the participating swimmers.
Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate well clear of the area during the stipulated date and time, giving the swimmers a wide berth.
They are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.
Charts affected: BA 177
30th November, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 187 of 2021
Drilling of Two (2) Boreholes (Sediment Testing) in St Julian's Bay
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the drilling of two (2) boreholes (sediment testing) will be carried out in St Julian's Bay.
The drilling works will be carried out at points S1 and S2 as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
S1 35° 54'.993 014° 29'.662
S2 35° 55'.020 014° 29'.652
The works will be carried out on Tuesday 7th December 2021 weather permitting.
Works will be carried out from the barge Bezz V which will be accompanied by the tugboat Tug 46. The barge may deploy anchors to hold it in position and will be exhibiting the appropriate lights and shapes in accordance with the requirements of the International Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea (Colregs) 1972.
Masters and operators of vessels are advised to keep a sharp look-out, navigate with caution and at very slow speed and give the indicated vessels a wide berth.
They are also to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS and to co-operate with the contractor on site.
Chart affected: BA 177
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
30th November, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 184 of 2021
PEACE MED Submarine Cable Laying of Malta Branching Unit – Inshore
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the inshore part of the Malta Branching of the PEACE MED Submarine Cable will be laid in Golden Sands Bay (Ir-Ramla tal-Mixquqa).
The cable will be laid out by the vessels Drago and Frank along the route from A to B as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt). The laying of the branching cable will commence on Sunday, 21st November, 2021, and is expected to be completed by Friday, 19th December, 2021.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35° 56’.044 014° 20’.619 On land (Sandy beach)
B 35° 55’.804 014° 20’.103
Divers will be assisting in these works and will be displaying the International Code of Signals Flag A.
The vessels Drago and Frank will be exhibiting the appropriate lights and shapes in accordance with the requirements of the International Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea (COLREGS) 1972.
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 vessels Drago and Frank a wide berth of at least 50m.
They are also to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS and to co-operate with the contractor on site.
Charts affected: BA 211, 2537, 2538
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM
19th November, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 181 of 2021
Infrastructure Malta - Ferry Landing in Bormla
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies Mariners that Infrastructure Malta will be continuing with the construction works at Machinery Wharf in Id-Daħla tad-Dockyard in the Grand Harbour.
The works will continue with immediate effect and are expected to be completed by 15th March, 2022.
Masters and operators of vessels are informed that no vessel will be allowed to berth alongside that section of the quay, while works are in progress. A no entry/keep clear zone is to be observed at all times. The zone is marked A, B, C, D, E, F, and includes the intermediate coastline, up to approximately 10m from the quay, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Mariners are to seek information about any operating restrictions from Transport Malta and are to coordinate with the contractors on site, when necessary. Further details about these works can be obtained from Infrastructure Malta on (info.im@infrastructuremalta.com).
They are also advised to keep a sharp lookout, navigate with caution, and very slow speed and give the indicated areas a wide berth. They are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.
Chart affected: BA 177
12th November, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 182 of 2021
Danger due to Falling Rocks at Xrobb l-Għaġin
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the general public that due to excavation works being carried out at Xrobb l-Għaġin, falling rocks and boulders could pose a danger to human life.
Due to the existence of this danger, all mariners and swimmers/divers are to keep at least 100m away from the approximate position A as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35° 50'.646 014° 34'.103
Mariners are to note the above information and shall observe the 100m safety zone. They are required to navigate with caution and at slow speed when navigating close to the area.
They are to comply with instructions given on VHF Channel 12, 14 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS.
Chart affected: BA 36, 2538
12th November, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 183 of 2021
Fireworks Display (Chinese Cakes) from the Foreshore off Grand Hotel Excelsior
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a Chinese Cakes fireworks display will be held from the foreshore off the Grand Hotel Excelsior on Friday, 12th November, 2021. The display will be centred at Point A (as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) in the approximate following position:
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
35°53'.902 14°30'.282
The fireworks display will take place from 7.00 p.m. till 8.00 p.m.
In view of the above, mariners are advised to keep 60m away from point A, on the above-mentioned date and time.
Any boats berthed within the area as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) are to be removed during the above-mentioned date and time.
All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.
Chart affected: BA 177
12th November, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 178 of 2021
Sailing Regatta in Il-Bajja ta' Marsaxlokk – November 2021
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, would like to notify mariners that the Birżebbuġa Sailing Club will be holding regattas for dinghies on Saturday, 13th November, 2021, and Sunday, 14th November, 2021.
Races shall be held between 9.00 a.m. and 5.00 p.m. (local time) on both days.
Class races shall be held over two (2) adjacent upwind/downwind courses, centred in the selected sailing area depending on the prevailing weather conditions. Areas can be found on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) showing areas A, B and C.
The courses shall be defined by orange inflatable marks (waypoints) of about 1.5 meters in height and around which the competitors shall have to sail.
Races will be held when no merchant vessel traffic is scheduled to enter or depart from the Malta Freeport Terminals.
Masters of all craft, not directly involved in this Sailing Regattas, are asked to keep clear of the racing area, especially at each of the turning marks. All mariners are to observe any instructions that may be given by the race organisers safety craft and on VHF Channel 14 and/or 16 by Marsaxlokk VTS.
Charts affected: BA 36, 2538
9th November, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 179 of 2021
Rehearsal – Audio visual Floating Structure to be used in connection with the Valletta Pageant of the Seas 2022
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that rehearsals using an audio visual floating structure that is to be used in connection with the Valletta Pageant of the Seas 2022 will be held off Barriera Wharf in the Grand Harbour.
The rehearsals will be held on Wednesday, 10th November, 2021, between 6.00 p.m. and 10.00 p.m.
The floating structure will be laid within the area A, B, C and D (approximately 25m from the coast) as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
The vessel S-17202 will be assisting the organisers during the activity.
As part of the activity there will also be a fire-engine pumping water into the sea.
Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate with extreme caution, at slow speed (no wake) when in the vicinity of the area of activity, on the stipulated dates and times. They are to give the indicated position and the floating structure a wide berth and cooperate with the organiser accordingly.
All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.
Chart affected: BA 177
9th November, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 180 of 2021
Filming at Il-Ponta tal-Aħrax and Wied iż-Żurrieq – SISI
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies all mariners and owners of vessels, that filming activities will take place near Coral Lagoon at Il-Ponta tal-Aħrax and at Wied iż-Żurrieq.
The one-day filming near Coral Lagoon at Il-Ponta tal-Aħrax, will be carried out from the approximate position A, as shown on chart 1 on Transport Malta (www.transport.gov.mt), between Tuesday, 9th November, 2021 and Saturday, 13th November, 2021, between 6.00 a.m. and 7.00 p.m.
The one-day filming at Wied iż-Żurrieq will be carried out from the approximate positions B, C, D as shown on chart 2 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt). The filming sessions will be carried out between Saturday, 13th November, 2021 and Thursday, 18th November, 2021 from 6.00 a.m. till 7.00 p.m.
A RHIB, carrying registration number S-21569 and a safety RHIB, carrying registration number SSR105573 will be assisting during the filming sessions. All vessels are to give the RHIBs a wide berth during the abovementioned dates and times.
Mariners and owners of vessels are informed that, for filming purposes, a clear horizon is being requested. Consequently, vessels in the vicinity, will not be allowed to drop anchor or remain underway whilst filming is taking place in the area.
Mariners navigating in the vicinity of the indicated area on the mentioned dates and times are to keep watch on VHF Channel 12 / 16 and are to cooperate with the filming crew and/or enforcement personnel in the area.
Any instructions issued on VHF Channel 12/16 by Valletta VTS are to be complied with.
Charts affected: BA 211, 2537
9th November, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 38 of 2021
Live Gunnery Firing Practice from Pembroke Ranges (LMD-1) November, 2021
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 between Monday, 15th November, 2021 and Friday, 19th November, 2021. The firing practice will take place between 8.00 a.m. to 6.00 p.m. local time, (7.00 a.m. till 5.00 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)
35° 55'.900 014° 28'.533 and
thence on a bearing of 335° True x 8.5 nautical miles to:
Position B:
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
36° 03'.620 014° 24'.100 and
thence on an arc of a circle radius 8.5 nautical miles centred on position A to:
Position C:
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
36° 00' .150 014° 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.
Mariners are also informed that a corridor of two nautical miles (2NM) between the coast and the line X to Y (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) has been established for the passage of all vessels on the abovementioned dates and times. Any vessel intending to transit through this corridor within these times is to communicate with Malta VTS (Malta Coast Radio Station) on VHF Channel 69 for final approval prior to entering the area.
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
X 35° 59'.651 014° 26'.381
Y 35° 57'.239 014° 31'.385
Instructions given by AFM craft patrolling the area, on VHF Channel 69 Malta VTS and on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16 Valletta VTS are always to be compiled with.
Charts affected: BA 194, 2537 and 2538
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM
9th November, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 173 of 2021
Removal of Concrete Blocks from near Slipway at Il-Ponta tal-Qrejten
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that works to remove concrete blocks from near the slipway at Il-Ponta tal-Qrejten, works will be carried out between Thursday, 4th November and Saturday, 6th November, 2021.
The works consist of the removal of concrete blocks from inside the approximate area A, B, C and D as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Divers will be assisting and will be displaying the International Code of Signals flag “A".
Due to these works the slipway cannot be used and no vessel is allowed to berth on either side of the slipway and jetty next to it while the work is being carried out.
Mariners navigating in the area, are to proceed with caution and at very slow (no wake) speed. They are to give the above areas a wide berth and are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 14 and/or 16, by Marsaxlokk VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.
Chart affected: BA 36
5th November, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 174 of 2021
OTILLO – Swimrun World Series 2021
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the OTILLO Swimrun World Series 2021 will be held between Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th November, 2021. There will be safety boats in each individual swim at all times.
On Saturday, 6th November, 2021, the Spirit Malta 2021 and the Experience Malta 2021 races will be held, they will be starting and finishing at Il-Bajja tal-Mixquqa (Golden Sands). There will be approximately 300 participants taking part in the races.
The swimming part of the Experience Malta 2021 will follow the route (as shown on the chart 1 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) and will be as follows:
Swim between points; start and finish time of the individual swim
from 1A to 1B from 12.10 p.m. till 1.44 p.m.,
from 1C to 1D from 12.20 p.m. till 2.12 p.m., and
from 1E to 1F from 12.36 p.m. till 2.30 p.m.
The swimming part of the Sprint Malta 2021 will follow the route (as shown on the chart 2 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) and will be as follows:
Swim between points; start and finish time of the individual swim
from 2A to 2B from 12.10 p.m. till 1.05 p.m.,
from 2C to 2D 12.40 p.m. till 2.00 p.m.,
from 2E to 2F 1.07 p.m. till 3.00 p.m.,
from 2G to 2B 1.18 p.m. till 3.30 p.m., and
from 2H to 2A 1.34 p.m. till 4.00 p.m.
On Sunday, 7th November, 2021, the World Series Malta 2021 race will be held, the race will be starting and finishing at Il-Bajja tal-Mixquqa (Golden Sands). There will be approximately 300 participants taking part in the race.
The swimming part of this race will follow the route (as shown on chart 3 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) and will be as follows:
Swim between points; start and finish time of the individual swim
from 3A to 3B from 8.20 a.m. till 8.55 a.m.,
from 3C to 3D from 8.30 a.m. till 9.20 a.m.,
from 3E to 3B from 8.40 a.m. till 9.40 a.m.,
from 3F to 3G from 9.15 a.m. till 10.50 a.m.,
from 3H to 3I from 9.15 a.m. till 10.55 a.m.,
from 3J to 3K from 9.45 a.m. till 12.15 p.m.,
from 3L to 3M from 10.00 a.m. till noon,
from 3N to 3O from 10.30 a.m. till 1.30 p.m.,
from 3P to 3Q from 10.50 a.m. till 2.00 p.m.,
from 3R to 3S from 10.55 a.m. till 2.30 p.m.,
from 3T to 3U from 11.05 a.m. till 3.00 p.m.,
from 3V to 3W from 11.25 a.m. till 3.00 p.m.,
from 3X to 3Y from 11.45 a.m. till 3.50 p.m., and
from 3Z to 3A from 12.20 p.m. till 4.30 p.m.
Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate at slow speed, they are to keep well clear of the areas during the stipulated dates and times, giving the swimmers and support vessels a wide berth. Mariners are to comply with instructions issued on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS and any enforcement personnel on site.
Charts affected: BA 211, 2537 and 2538
5th November, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 175 of 2021
Semi Submerged Boat at Il-Magħluq, Il-Bajja ta' Marsaxlokk – Hazard to Navigation
Reference is made to BA Chart 36 – Marsaxlokk and Approaches.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that there is a semi-submerged vessel in Il-Magħluq, Il-Bajja ta' Marsaxlokk, in the vicinity of:
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
35º 50'.409 014º 32'.784
Whilst every effort is being made to rectify as soon as possible, mariners are to give a wide berth of at least 30m, navigate with caution and keep a sharp lookout when navigating in the vicinity.
Position in: WGS 84 Datum.
Chart affected: BA 36
5th November, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 176 of 2021
Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners Nos 24, 60
and 129 of 2021 re Extension of Ro-Ro Ramp between Deep Water Quay and Wine Wharf
Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners Nos 24, 60 and 129 of 2021.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that due to unforeseen circumstances the work will not be completed in time, therefore the completion date is being extended to the end of December, 2021.
Local Notice to Mariners Nos 24, 60 and 129 of 2021 are to be amended accordingly.
All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 24 of 2021 will remain valid.
Chart affected: BA 177
5th November, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 177 of 2021
Diving Survey at Barriera Wharf – Il-Port il-Kbir
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that a diving surveys will be taking place at Barriera Wharf, Il-Port il-Kbir.
The diving survey will take place on Tuesday, 9th November, 2021, from noon till 2.00 p.m., within the area bounded by the imaginary line A, B, C, D and the intermediate coastline, as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35° 53'.758 014° 30'.869
B 35° 53'.754 014° 30'.881
C 35° 53'.665 014° 30'.828
D 35° 50'.671 014° 30'.813
During the diving survey, the diving team will be displaying the International Code of Signals Flag A.
A safety zone of 50m around the survey area is to be kept during the survey.
Masters and operators of vessels are advised to keep a sharp lookout, navigate with caution and at slow speed when navigating in the above indicated areas. They are to comply with instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS.
Chart affected: BA 177
5th November, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 172 of 2021
Repair Works by Infrastructure Malta on Mġarr Quay Edge, Gozo
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners that repair works by Infrastructure Malta on the edge of the Mġarr Quay, Gozo, will be carried out.
The work will be carried out in three phases as follows:
Phase 1 will consist of the repair works on the quay between points A and D and will commence on Wednesday, 3rd November, 2021, and is expected to be completed by Friday, 31st December, 2021. For the duration of these works, a silt curtain will be laid along the imaginary lines between A, B, C and D, as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt). Due to the above the berth along A to D will not be accessible, and the berth between D and E will have limited access.
Phase 2 will consist of the repair works on the quay between points E and H and will commence once Phase 1 is finished, on or about Tuesday, 4th January, 2022. Phase 2 is expected to be completed by mid-February 2022. For the duration of these works a silt curtain will be laid along the imaginary lines between points E, F, G and H, as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt). Due to the above the berth along E to Z will not be accessible, and the berth between D and E will have limited access.
Phase 3 will consist of the repair works on the quay between points D and E and will start once phase 2 is completed, about mid-February 2022. Phase 3 is expected to be completed by Saturday, 30th April, 2022. For the duration of these works a silt curtain will be laid along the imaginary lines between D, C, F and E, as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt). Due to the above, the berth along the points D to E will not be accessible.
These works will include the use of divers and various vessels which may include barges and workboats. A working area of 20m from the silt curtain will therefore be required and is to be kept clear, at all times, when works are in operation.
Mariners operating in the area, are to seek information about operating restrictions from Transport Malta and coordinate with the contractors on site.
Further details about these works can be obtained from Infrastructure Malta on (info.im@infrastructuremalta.com).
All mariners are also advised to keep a sharp lookout, navigate with caution and very slow speed and give the indicated areas a wide berth. They are to cooperate with the organisers and to comply with any instructions issued on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.
Charts affected: BA 211, 2537
2nd November, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 168 of 2021
Dredging of Inert Material in the Grand Harbour
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that dredging of inert material will be carried out at the Grand Harbour.
The dredging works will be carried out within the area A, B, C and the intermediate coastline at Deep Water Quay 3 and 4, as shown on chart found on Malta Transport website (www.transport.gov.mt). All vessels are instructed to keep out of this area when the dredging works are in progress.
The dredging works will commence on Monday 1st November and are expected to be completed by Monday, 22nd November, 2021.
Crane dredger Sea Dragon will be loading the inert dredged material onto the hopper barge Sea Hopper, which when fully loaded, will sail to the dumping area to discharge the dredged material; the barge will then return to the Grand Harbour. The safety work boat Betty will be assisting, as necessary, throughout the dredging works.
The vessels engaged in the dredging works will be exhibiting the appropriate lights and shapes in accordance with the requirements of the International Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea (COLREGS) 1972.
Mariners are to keep a sharp lookout, navigate at very slow speed (no wake) when in the vicinity and give the above-mentioned vessels a wide berth when sighted.
They are also to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS and to co-operate with the contractor on site.
Chart affected: BA 177
29th October, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 169 of 2021
Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 150 of 2021 regarding Underwater Survey in Il-Bajja
ta' Marsalforn, Gozo
Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 150 of 2021.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that due to unforeseen circumstances the work will not be completed in time, therefore the completion date is being extended to Sunday, 21st November, 2021.
Local Notice to Mariners No. 150 of 2021 is to be amended accordingly.
All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 150 of 2021 will remain valid.
Charts affected: BA 211 and 2537
29th October, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 170 of 2021
Coastal Rowing Beach Sprint at Mellieħa Bay
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that the University of Malta Rowing Club will be organising a coastal rowing club beach sprint at Mellieħa Bay.
The activity will be held on Saturday, 6th November, 2021, between 8.30 a.m. and 2.00 p.m. within the area A, B, C and D as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35° 58'.282 014° 20'.991
B 35° 58'.309 014° 21'.164
C 35° 58'.243 014° 21'.180
D 35° 58'.217 014° 21'.017
During the activity, the participants will have to row around a series of 6 marker buoys which will be purposely laid within the above-mentioned area.
If due to inclement weather conditions the activity cannot be held in the above-mentioned locality, it will be held at Għar Aħmar, Marsaxlokk, on the same date and times.
Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate with extreme caution, at slow speed (no wake) when in the vicinity of the area of activity, on the stipulated date. They are to give the indicated area a wide berth and cooperate with the organiser.
All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.
Charts affected: BA 211 and 2537
29th October, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 171 of 2021
Repair Works to Concrete Wall at Qui-Si-Sana at Il-Fortina
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners and the general public that repair work will be carried out on the damaged concrete wall at Qui-Si-Sana at Il-Fortina.
The works will start on Wednesday, 3rd November, 2021 and is expected to be completed by Monday, 31st January, 2022.
A silt curtain will be laid from points A to B as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt). A safety distance, of at least 10m from the silt curtains, shall be maintained at all times.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35° 54'.501 14° 30'.708
B 35° 54'.497 14° 30'.716
Some of the works will be carried out by scuba divers who will be displaying the International Code of Signals flag “A".
Mariners and vessel operators are to navigate with caution and at slow speed (no wake) when in the vicinity. They are to co-operate with the contractor on site.
Mariners are to comply with instructions issued on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS.
Chart affected: BA 177
29th October, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 166 of 2021
Adventure Event Gozo and Malta (Rat Race Events)
30th October 2021
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that a swimming/kayaking activity forming part of the Rat Race Events will be held on Saturday 30th October, 2021.
The event will consist of two swimming/kayaking parts (as shown on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) and a running part on Comino.
The first part will start at 6.00 a.m. from Il-Bajja ta' Ħondoq ir-Rummien, Gozo (point A) and finishes at 7.30 a.m. at Wied Ternu, Comino (point B) passing through Blue Lagoon.
During part of the race the participants will run a short way over Comino.
The second part will start at 7.30 a.m. from Wied Ternu, Comino (point B) and finishes at 10.00 a.m. at Marfa (close to Il-Palazz tal-Marfa), Malta (point C).
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 36° 01'.674 014° 19'.348
B 36° 00'.320 014° 20'.169
C 35° 59'.211 014° 20'.551
Il-Fliegu ta' Ghawdex will be restricted to navigation from 6.00 a.m. to 7.30 a.m. and Il-Fliegu ta' Kemmuna will be restricted to navigation from 7.30 a.m. to 10.00 a.m.
The participants will be assisted by personnel and vessels from Emergency Response Rescue Corps (ERRC).
On the stipulated date and times, mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate with extreme caution and at slow speed (no wake) when in the vicinity of the activity. They are to cooperate, at all times, with the organisers.
All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.
Charts affected: BA 211A, 2537 and 2538
26th October, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 167 of 2021
Seabed Clean-up at Id-Daħla tad-Dockyard, Isla Side
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a seabed clean-up operation by divers in Id-Daħla tad-Dockyard, Isla side, within the area shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), will be held on Saturday, 30th October, 2021, 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.
They are to cooperate with the organisers and to comply with any instructions issued on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.
Chart affected: BA177
26th October, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 165 of 2021
Xterra Swim Event in Ir-Ramla tal-Mixquqa – Part of Triathlon
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that a Xterra swimming event which is part of a triathlon will be held at Ir-Ramla tal-Mixquqa.
The swim will be held within the area A, B, C and D (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)), on Saturday, 23rd October, 2021, from 9.30 a.m. till 10.30 a.m.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35° 56'.069 014° 20'.619
B 35° 56'.026 014° 20'.417
C 35° 55'.953 014° 20'.474
D 35° 56'.021 014° 20'.656
Marker buoys will be placed at approximate positions B and C.
A personal water craft (jet ski) of the Red Cross Society will be available for safety reasons and to assist swimmers, as necessary.
On the stipulated date, mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate with extreme caution and at slow speed (no wake) when in the vicinity of the activity. They are to cooperate with the organisers.
All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.
Charts affected: BA 211, 2537
22nd October, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 163 of 2021
Audio Visual and Floating Structure in connection with Valletta Pageant of the Seas 2022 – Rehearsal
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that an audio visual and floating structure rehearsal in connection with Valletta Pageant of the Seas 2022 event will be held off Barriera Wharf in the Grand Harbour.
The rehearsals will be held on Tuesday, 19th, Wednesday; 20th; and Tuesday, 26th October, 2021, from 6.00 p.m. till 10.00 p.m. on each day.
The floating structure will be laid within the area A, B, C and D (approximately 25m from the coast) as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
The vessel S-17202 will be assisting the organisers during the activity.
As part of the activity as part of the show, on Tuesday, 26th October, 2021, there will also be a fire-engine pumping water into the sea.
Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate with extreme caution, at slow speed (no wake) when in the vicinity of the area of activity, on the stipulated dates and time. They are to give the indicated position and vessel a wide berth and cooperate with the organiser.
All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.
Chart Affected: BA 177
19th October, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 164 of 2021
Adventure Event Gozo and Malta (Rat Race Events)
23rd October, 2021
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that a kayaking activity forming part of the Rat Race Events will be held on Saturday, 23rd October 2021.
The event will consist of two kayaking parts (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) and a running part on Comino.
The first part will start at 6.00 a.m. from Il-Bajja ta' Ħondoq ir-Rummien, Gozo (point A) and finish at 7.30 a.m. at Wied Ternu, Comino (point B) passing through Blue Lagoon. Then the participants will run a short way on Comino.
The second part will start at 7.30 a.m. from Wied Ternu – Comino (point B) and finish at 10.00 a.m. at Marfa (close to Il-Palazz tal-Marfa), Malta (point C).
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 36° 01'.674 014° 19'.348
B 36° 00'.320 014° 20'.169
C 35° 59'.211 014° 20'.551
Il-Fliegu ta' Għawdex will be restricted to navigation from 6.00 a.m. till 7.30 a.m. and Il-Fliegu ta' Kemmuna will be restricted to navigation from 7.30 a.m. till 10.00 a.m.
The participants will be assisted by personnel and vessels from Emergency Response Rescue Corps. (ERRC).
On the stipulated date and times, mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate with extreme caution and at slow speed (no wake) when in the vicinity of the activity. They are to cooperate, at all times, with the organisers.
All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.
Charts affected: BA 211A, 2537 and 2538
19th October, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 159 of 2021
Rolex Middle Sea Race – 2021
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that the Royal Malta Yacht Club will be holding the Rolex Middle Sea Race on Saturday, 23rd October, 2021. In addition, a coastal race will also be held on Wednesday, 20th October, 2021.
The race programme is as follows:
a. Wednesday, 20th October, 2021
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' Tigné 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 between 9.45 a.m. and 10.45 a.m. and to keep a sharp lookout during the remaining hours of Wednesday, 20th October, 2021.
b. Saturday, 23rd October, 2021
The Rolex Middle Sea Race starts at approximately 11.00 a.m.
The start is from the 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 the Grand Harbour to an inflatable buoy, bearing the sponsor's logo, positioned outside the Saint Elmo Breakwater. The buoy shown as 1 on charts 1 and 2 found on Transport Malta 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 (as shown on chart 2 found on Transport Malta 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 2 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)
The yachts shall than proceed in a north north-easterly direction towards Sicily.
Mariners and spectators are to navigate with caution and to keep a sharp lookout when in the vicinity of the above-mentioned courses 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, 23rd October, 2021, from 9.00 a.m. till 3.00 p.m., or such time as may be communicated on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS, 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 on chart 1 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).
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 organisers and Maritime Enforcement officers in the area. Moreover, they are to obey any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and /or 16 by Valletta VTS.
Positions are in WGS 84 Datum.
Charts affected: BA Chart 177, 2537, 2538.
8th October, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 160 of 2021
Re-construction Works on the Dilapidated Pier at Għajn Rażul, St Paul's Bay
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the public that re-construction works on the dilapidated pier at Għajn Rażul, St Paul's Bay, will commence with immediate effect and will continue until further notice.
Throughout the duration of the works, a safety distance of 30m from point A has been established, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt). A silt curtain will be laid within the said area.
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35° 53'.407 014° 31'.509
Part of the work will be carried out by divers and they will be displaying the international code of Signals Flag A.
Masters and operators of vessels are advised to keep a sharp lookout, proceed with caution, and at slow speed (no wake) when navigating close to the above indicated area. They are to co-operate with the contractor on site.
They are also to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS
Chart affected: BA 211
8th October, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 154 of 2021
Refurbishment Works on Two Adjacent Slipways at Triq il Luzzu, Qawra
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the public that refurbishment work on two adjacent slipways located at Triq il-Luzzu, Qawra, will start with immediate effect, and will continue until further notice.
Throughout the duration of the works, a silt curtain will be laid along a radius of 30m from point A, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35° 57'.341 014° 25'.488
Any vessels moored within the above-mentioned area are to be removed with immediate effect.
Part of the work will be carried out by divers, and they will be displaying the international code of Signals Flag A.
Masters and operators of vessels are advised to keep a sharp lookout, proceed with caution, and at slow speed (no wake) when navigating close to the above indicated area. They are to co-operate with the contractor on site. The slipways will not be accessible while the works are in progress.
All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS.
Chart affected: BA 177
5th October, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 155 of 2021
Dredging at Birżebbuġa Next to Triq San Patrizju (Fishermen's Platform)
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that maintenance dredging will be carried out at Birżebbuġa next to Triq San Patrizju (Fishermen's Platform).
Throughout the duration of the works, a silt curtain will be laid along a radius of 30m from point A, as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35° 49'.305 014° 31'.821
The works will commence with immediate effect and will continue until further notice.
Any vessels moored within the above-mentioned area are to be removed with immediate effect.
Masters and operators of vessels are advised to keep a sharp lookout, proceed with caution, and at slow speed (no wake) when navigating close to the above indicated area. They are to co-operate with the contractor on site.
The platform will not be accessible while the works are in progress.
All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 14 and/or 16, by Marsaxlokk VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.
Chart affected: BA 36
5th October, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 157 of 2021
Vikings Sailing Club Regattas Outside Valletta Harbours
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies all mariners that the 'Vikings Sailing Club' will be organising sailing regattas off Valletta Harbours, within the areas A and B, as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
The activities will be held as follows:
On Saturday, 9th October, 2021, from 8.30 a.m. till 6.00 p.m., and
On Sunday, 10th October, 2021, from 8.30 a.m. till 6.00 p.m.
Orange inflatable marker buoys, to indicate the racecourse within the above-mentioned areas, shall be laid, from 8.30 a.m. till 6.00 p.m., on each day of the races.
All vessels that are not involved in the activity are to keep well clear from the competing boats and are to follow any instructions given by the race officials and support vessels.
Mariners are to note the above and are to give the areas indicated a wide berth. They are further instructed to fully comply with Rule 18 (COLREGS 1972) and to 'keep out of the way' of the sailing vessels participating in the regatta.
Mariners navigating in the vicinity of the indicated areas on the mentioned dates and times are to keep watch on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16 and are to cooperate with the organisers and/or enforcement personnel in the area.
Any instructions issued on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS are to be complied with.
Charts affected: BA 177, 2538, 2537.
5th October, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 149 of 2021
Extension of Quay at Id-Daħla ta' Tas-Sliema in Il-Port ta' Marsamxett
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that works will be carried out to extend part of the quay at Id-Daħla ta' Tas-Sliema in Il-Port ta' Marsamxett.
The works are scheduled to start on Thursday, 30th September, 2021, and expected to be completed by Thursday, 30th June, 2022.
Throughout the duration of the works, a silt curtain will be laid along the line joining the points A, B, C and D, approximately 20m from the shore, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
The vessels Gold Dredger and Goldfinder will be participating in the extension works, therefore the area delineated by the imaginary line A, B, C, D and the intermediate coastline (as shown on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) are to be considered as a working area. Only vessels involved in the works are permitted to enter.
Marker buoys with lights will be placed in positions B and C to indicate the outer limit of the area.
Divers will be assisting in these works and will be displaying the International Code of Signals Flag A.
Masters and vessel operators are instructed to cooperate with the contractor on site. They are to keep a sharp lookout, keep well clear and proceed at very slow speed (no wake) on the above-mentioned dates.
Moreover, any instructions given on VHF Channels 12 and 16 by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) and/or by any enforcement agency on site, are to be complied with.
Chart affected: BA 177
1st October, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 150 of 2021
Underwater Survey in Il-Bajja ta' Marsalforn – Għawdex
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a marine survey will be carried out with the use of the following equipment: Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV), multibeam, sub-bottom profiling, drop-cam video footage and divers. This survey will be carried out by the vessel St Joseph IV, which will be displaying lights and shapes as per COLREGS.
The survey area is bounded by the points A, B, C, D, E and the intermediate coastline as seen on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Point Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 36º 04'.564 014º 15'.465
B 36º 04'.579 014º 15'.605
C 36º 04'.553 014º 15'.673
D 36º 04'.470 014º 15'.735
E 36º 04'.431 014º 15'.747
Weather permitting the whole survey will start on Friday 1st October 2021, but as regards the inner area shown hatched, the work will start on Friday, 8th October, 2021. All the work will be completed by Monday, 1st November, 2021.
Due to the nature of her work and in accordance with Rule 3 (g) (ii) of the Collision Regulations, the vessel “St. Joseph IV", will be restricted in her ability to manoeuvre and will be exhibiting the appropriate lights and day signals.
Mariners are instructed to navigate with caution and at very slow speed (no wake) in the area, they are to cooperate with the contractor on site, give the above-mentioned vessels a wide berth and observe a 50 metres radius restricted zone.
All mariners are to obey any instructions issued on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS.
Charts affected: BA 211, 2537
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM
1st October, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 151 of 2021
Swimming Activity being Part of the Maltese Islands Swim Run Race
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that a swimming activity forming part of the Maltese Islands Swim Run Race will be held on Sunday, 3rd October, 2021.
The race will consist of two swims (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).
The first part will start at 8.45 a.m. from Il-Bajja ta' Ħondoq ir-Rummien – Gozo (point A) and finish at 9.15 a.m. at Il-Bajja ta' San Niklaw – Comino (point B).
The second part will start at 9.30 a.m. from Wied Ternu – Comino (point C) and finish at 10.30 a.m. at Ir-Ramla tal-Bir – Malta (point D).
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 36° 01'.674 014° 19'.348
B 36° 01'.005 014° 19'.757
C 36° 00'.320 014° 20'.169
D 35° 59'.195 014° 20'.782
Il-Fliegu ta' Għawdex will be restricted to navigation from 8.15 a.m. till 9.45 a.m. and Il-Fliegu ta' Kemmuna will be restricted to navigation from 9.00 a.m. till 11.00 a.m.
The swimmers will be assisted by the vessel MFC-6658 and the Red Cross Society will be providing water rescue and ambulance services.
On the stipulated date and times, mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate with extreme caution and at slow speed (no wake) when in the vicinity of the activity. They are to cooperate, at all times, with the organisers.
All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.
Charts affected: BA 211A, 2537 and 2538
1st October, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 152 of 2021
Shifting of Boulders at Xgħajra
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that works to shift boulders at Xgħajra will be taking place in the area as indicated on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt). The boulders that have been shifted by heavy seas will be transferred back to the coastline from the centre of the area.
The shifting of the boulders is expected to start with immediate effect and will continue until further notice.
Underwater operations will be carried out by divers who will be displaying the International Code of Signals flag “A".
The divers will be assisted by the vessel Gold Finder which, due to the nature of her work, and in accordance with Rule 3 (g) (ii) of the Collision Regulations, will be restricted in her ability to manoeuvre and will be exhibiting the appropriate lights and day signals.
While the work is being carried out the area centred on point A and a radius of 80m is to be kept clear.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35° 53'.118 014° 33'.149
In view of the above, mariners navigating in the area, are to proceed with caution and at very slow (no wake) speed. They are to give the above areas a wide berth, cooperate with the contractor on site and comply with any instructions as may be given on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS and/or any enforcement personnel on site.
Chart affected: BA 2538
1st October, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 153 of 2021
Refurbishment works on a Slipway at Id-Daħla tal-Kalkara
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the public that refurbishment work on a slipway at Id-Daħla tal-Kalkara will start with immediate effect and will continue until further notice.
Throughout the duration of the works, a silt curtain will be laid along a radius of 30m from point A, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35° 53'.407 014° 31'.509
Part of the work will be carried out by divers and they will be displaying the international code of Signals flag A.
Masters and operators of vessels are advised to keep a sharp lookout, navigate with caution, and at slow speed (no wake) when navigating close to the above indicated area. They are to co-operate with the contractor on site. The slipway will not be accessible while the works are in progress.
They are also to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS.
Chart affected: BA 177
1st October, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 147 of 2021
Filming at Different Localities Round Malta – LIBERAME
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies all mariners and owners of vessels, that filming activities will take place at different localities around Malta.
The filming is expected to be carried out as follows:
From Monday, 27th September, 2021, to Friday, 1st October, 2021, between 6.00 a.m. and 7.00 p.m.
Filming will take place outside Ir-Ramla taċ-Ċirkewwa from points A and B as shown on chart 1 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) and close to Daħlet ix-Xilep in Il-Bajja tal-Mellieħa from point C as shown on chart 2 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
If adverse weather conditions do not permit filming in any of the above areas, the filming will take place in any of the following locations on the same dates and times:
Outside Rinella from points D and E as shown on chart 3 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) or from off Il-Ponta taż-Żonqor from points F and G as shown on chart 4 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) or from Il-Ħoffriet from points H and I as shown on chart 5 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
The following vessels will be taking part in the filming and all other vessels are to keep away from them during the filming and while in transit:
Farfalla 1, Nautical One, Wilfred, S21569, S22630 and SSR105573
Mariners and owners of vessels are informed that a clear horizon is being requested, therefore, no vessel in the vicinity will be allowed to drop anchor or remain underway while filming is taking place in the respective areas.
Mariners navigating in the vicinity of the indicated areas on the mentioned dates and times are requested to keep watch on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16 and are to cooperate with the filming crew and/or enforcement personnel in the area.
Any instructions issued on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS are to be complied with.
Charts affected: BA 177, 211, 2537, 2538
24th September, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 148 of 2021
Charity Swim Round Gozo – Victory Kitchen
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a Charity Swim round Gozo – Victory Kitchen will take place on Tuesday, 28th September, 2021.
The two swimmers will depart from Ħondoq ir-Rummien, point A on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) at 3.00 a.m., and will swim along the route in a clockwise direction. The swim is expected to be completed by 5.00 p.m.
The support vessels Palawann and Our Pearl will be assisting the swimmers during the swim.
If due to inclement weather conditions the swim cannot be held on the above-mentioned date, it will be held on Wednesday, 29th September, 2021, at the same time.
During the stipulated date and time, mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout, proceed at slow speed and to keep well clear of the area, giving the swimmers and support vessels a wide berth.
All mariners are to obey any instructions issued on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS and by any maritime enforcement assets in the area.
Charts affected: BA 211 and 2537
24th September, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 36 of 2021
Live Firing Practice at Pembroke Ranges – 5th to 7th October 2021 – Extended Hours
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that further to Notice to Mariners No. 24 of 2021, the Armed Forces of Malta will carry out live firing practice between Tuesday 5th and Thursday, 7th October, 2021, with extended hours from 4.30 p.m. till 11.00 p.m. (local time).
A sécurité message will be issued on VHF Channels 12, and/or 16 by Valletta VTS, accordingly.
The exercise area (LM-D6) is delineated by sector ABC.
From Position A
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35° 55'.540 014° 28'.320 (Centre point on land),
a radius of 4 nautical miles to points
B 35° 59'.460 014° 27'.150 and
C 35° 58'.290 014° 32'.190
Limits are indicated on BA charts 194, 2537 and 2538.
During the live firing practice red flags (approximate size 2.5m x 2m) will be flown from the shore limits. After sunset instead of the red flags there will be red lights and there will be two safety vessels with blue lights on each side, to indicate the limit of the area. Mariners are warned to keep, as a minimum, 4 nautical miles off the coast when the red flags/lights or the safety vessels are sighted.
Moreover, any instructions given on VHF Channels 12 and/or 16 by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) and the Armed Forces of Malta are to be strictly observed.
Charts affected: BA 2538, 2537, 194.
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM
24th September, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 145 of 2021
Masters Beach Waterpolo Fundraising Charity Event
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a group of ex-National Waterpolo Team players will be organising a one-day fundraising charity event at Blue Lagoon in Comino. The event will be held on Saturday, 25th September, 2021, from 9.00 a.m. till 3.00 p.m.
For the event a makeshift waterpolo pitch will be set up inside the swimmer zone at Blue Lagoon.
If due to unfavourable weather on the day, the event cannot be held at the Blue Lagoon, it will be held on the same date and time at either San Niklaw Bay, Comino, within the swimmer zone, or at Mġarr ix-Xini Bay, Gozo, in the position as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
If due to unfavourable weather conditions the event cannot be held in any of the above-mentioned localities the event will be held on Saturday, 2nd October, 2021, at the same time, in either one of the above-mentioned localities.
All vessels navigating within the bay (Mġarr ix-Xini Bay) are requested to keep a sharp lookout, navigate with caution and at slow speed, and give the waterpolo pitch a wide berth.
Charts effected: BA 211A, 2537
20th September, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 146 of 2021
Swimming event from Marfa, Malta, to Ħondoq ir-Rummien, Gozo
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a swimming event, starting from Malta and ending in Gozo, will be held on Monday, 27th September, 2021.
The participants will depart from Marfa – Ir-Ramla tal-Bir (Malta), point A as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), at approximately 6.45 a.m. They will swim to the east of Comino and proceed to Il-Bajja ta' Ħondoq ir-Rummien (Gozo), point B as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) and are expected to complete the swim by 10.30 a.m.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35° 59'.248 014° 20'.691
B 36° 01'.665 014° 19'.353
They will be supported by an RHIB and a jet ski from the Malta Red Cross.
If the swimming event cannot be held on the date mentioned it will then be held on Saturday, 2nd October, 2021, 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 date and time, giving the swimmers and support vessels a wide berth. They are to obey any instructions issued on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS and by any maritime enforcement assets in the area
Charts affected: BA 211A, 2537 and 2538
20th September, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 141 of 2021
Malta Fireworks Special – 2021
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a fireworks display will be held in Grand Harbour on Monday, 20th September, 2021.
Fireworks will be let off from three barges placed off Bighi Point.
A copy of part of BA Chart 177 showing arrangement of the barges is found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
On Friday, 17th September, 2021 at 7.00 a.m., the barges will berth alongside the quay at Id-Daħla ta' Rinella in Kalkara. They will remain berthed there until Tuesday, 21st September, 2021 at 7.00 a.m.
Vessel owners moored in Rinella Bay are to remove their vessels and the area to remain clear from Friday, 17th September, 2021, at 7.00 a.m. to Tuesday, 21st September, 2021, at 7.00 a.m. Transport Malta will accept no liabilities whatsoever for any damage caused to vessels that are left within Rinella Bay on the mentioned dates and times.
The barges will be shifted and placed centred at position Y on Monday, 20th September, 2021 at 8.00 a.m. and shifted back to the quay at Id-Daħla ta' Rinella in Kalkara on the same day at 11.59 p.m.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
Y 35º 53'.639 014º 31'.289
All vessels and bathers are warned to keep well clear and maintain a safe distance of not less than 200 metres from the barges while they are either being towed or stationary.
Mariners are to comply with instructions and directions issued on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS and by any maritime enforcement assets in the area.
Positions are in WGS 84 DATUM
Chart Affected: BA 177
17th September, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 142 of 2021
Malta International Airshow – Maritime Exclusion Zone – 2021
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Malta International Airshow will this year be held between Thursday, 23rd September, 2021 and Sunday, 26th September, 2021.
The displays will be held over the sea off Buġibba and Qawra.
In view of the above a Maritime Exclusion Zone, which will be delineated by the imaginary lines joining the points 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 35° 57'.193 014° 24'.476
B 35° 57'.582 014° 24'.232
C 35° 57'.931 014° 25'.132
D 35° 58'.283 014° 26'.032
E 35° 57'.900 014° 26'.272
Marker buoys will be laid in the above positions and no vessel will be allowed to proceed inside this area during the stipulated dates and times.
The date and times of the displays are as follows:
On Thursday, 23rd September, 2021 from 3.00 p.m. till 5.00 p.m.,
On Friday, 24th September, 2021 from 11.30 a.m. till 5.00 p.m.,
On Saturday, 25th September, 2021 from 3.00 p.m. till 6.30 p.m. and
On Sunday, 26th September, 2021 from 3.00 p.m. till 6.30 p.m.
Mariners are to comply with instructions and directions issued on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS and by any maritime enforcement assets in the area.
Positions are in WGS 84 DATUM
Chart Affected: BA 177
17th September, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 143 of 2021
Water Sampling in the Grand Harbour
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that water sampling will be carried out (weather permitting) within the Grand Harbour on Friday, 17th September, 2021, between 8.00 a.m. and 2.00 p.m.
Water sampling will be carried out from the following approximate positions A, B and C as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35° 53'.782 014° 31'.081
B 35° 53'.977 014° 31'.329
C 35° 54'.125 014° 31'.496
The works will be carried out with the assistance of the vessel BEEZER.
A safety zone of 50m round the support vessel is to be kept during the sampling.
The sampling will be carried with the use of a Niksin bottle, and the vessel will be unable to manoeuvre for the few minutes while the sampling is being carried out.
If due to weather conditions the sampling cannot be carried on the stated date it will be carried out either on Wednesday, 22nd or Thursday, 23rd September, 2021, at the same time.
Masters and operators of vessels are advised to keep a sharp lookout, navigate with caution and at slow speed when navigating close to the above indicated area.
They are to comply with any instructions and directions issued on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS and by any maritime enforcement assets in the area.
Chart affected: BA 177
17th September, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 144 of 2021
Filming at Different Localities in the Maltese Islands – Blinded
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and operators of vessels that filming will be carried out at different localities in the Maltese Islands.
The filming will be carried out at:
Cominotto on the following days:
On Wednesday, 22nd September, 2021, from 4.00 a.m. till 6.00 p.m.
On Thursday, 23rd September, 2021, from noon till 2.00 a.m. on Friday, 24th September, 2021.
On Friday, 24th September, 2021, from noon till 2.00 a.m. on Saturday, 25th September, 2021.
Slugs Bay, Mellieħa on Tuesday, 5th October, 2021, from 5.00 a.m. till 1.00 p.m.
Id-Daħla ta' Bemberin, Gozo, on Thursday, 23rd September, 2021, from 5.00 a.m. till 8.00 p.m.
Il-Ġebel tal-Ħalfa, Gozo, on Thursday, 23rd September, 2021, from 5.00 a.m. till 8.00 p.m.
Due to the above filming operations the area at Cominotto (as shown on chart A found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)), the area at Slugs Bay, Mellieha (as shown on chart B found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)), the area at Id-Daħla ta' Bemberin, Gozo (as shown on chart C found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) and the area at Ġebel Ħalfa, Gozo (as shown on chart D found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)), are to be kept clear from any vessels during the dates and times of the filming operations.
If due to weather conditions the filming operations cannot be held on the mentioned dates they will be held on any day up to Friday, 22nd October, 2021.
Mariners are to take note of the above, cooperate with the filming crew and comply with any instructions issued on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS, and any enforcement agency on site.
Charts affected: BA 211, 2537
17th September, 2021
Local Notice to Mariners No. 139 of 2021
European Week Regatta in Grand Harbour, Valletta
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies that the European Week Regatta will be held in the Grand Harbour on the 25th September, 2021. Sinkers and marker buoys will be laid as follows:
1. On Friday, 24th September, 2021, 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 Saturday 25th September 2021 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 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).
A virtual finish line is established 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
3. The wire ropes and floats mentioned in 2 above will be removed on the completion of the Regatta at approximately 1.00 p.m. on Saturday, 25th September, 2021.
4. The sinkers and marker buoys mentioned in 1 above will then be removed on Saturday, 25th September, 2021.
Masters of all vessels are notified that on Saturday 25th September, 2021, from 8.00 a.m. till about 1.00 p.m., incoming vessels will not be allowed to proceed to any berth southwest of the imaginary line joining point (A) on Barriera Wharf and Fortizza Sant'Anġlu Flagstaff.
Vessels in the Marsa sea area will not be allowed to proceed beyond the starting line indicated in 2(iii) above after 8.00 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(i), 2(ii) and 2(iii).
Incoming vessels will not be allowed to proceed to any berth southwest of the imaginary line which is 150m northeast of the virtual finish line (A) to (B). 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.
All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.
Chart affected: BA 177
14th September, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 140 of 2021
Malta Young Sailors Club National Dinghy Championships, St Paul's Bay
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners that the Malta Young Sailors Club will be holding National Dinghy Championship, between Saturday 18th September and Tuesday, 21st September, 2021.
The activity will take place in St Paul's Bay and approaches, in an area delineated by the imaginary lines A, B, C and D as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Inflatable marker buoys shall be laid, from 8.30 a.m. till 6.00 p.m., on all days of the activity, within the above-mentioned area to indicate the racecourse.
All vessels not involved in the activity are to keep well clear from the competing boats and follow any instructions given by the race officials and support vessels.
Mariners are to note the above and give the area indicated a wide berth. They are further instructed to keep out of the way of the participants. Any instructions issued on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any Enforcement Personnel on site are to be complied with.
Charts affected: BA 211, 2538, 2537.
14th September, 2021
Local Notice to Mariners No. 139 of 2021
European Week Regatta in Grand Harbour, Valletta
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies that the European Week Regatta will be held in the Grand Harbour on the 25th September, 2021. Sinkers and marker buoys will be laid as follows:
1. On Friday, 24th September, 2021, 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 Saturday 25th September 2021 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 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).
A virtual finish line is established 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
3. The wire ropes and floats mentioned in 2 above will be removed on the completion of the Regatta at approximately 1.00 p.m. on Saturday, 25th September, 2021.
4. The sinkers and marker buoys mentioned in 1 above will then be removed on Saturday, 25th September, 2021.
Masters of all vessels are notified that on Saturday 25th September, 2021, from 8.00 a.m. till about 1.00 p.m., incoming vessels will not be allowed to proceed to any berth southwest of the imaginary line joining point (A) on Barriera Wharf and Fortizza Sant'Anġlu Flagstaff.
Vessels in the Marsa sea area will not be allowed to proceed beyond the starting line indicated in 2(iii) above after 8.00 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(i), 2(ii) and 2(iii).
Incoming vessels will not be allowed to proceed to any berth southwest of the imaginary line which is 150m northeast of the virtual finish line (A) to (B). 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.
All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.
Chart affected: BA 177
14th September, 2021
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Local Notice to Mariners No. 140 of 2021
Malta Young Sailors Club National Dinghy Championships, St Paul's Bay
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners that the Malta Young Sailors Club will be holding National Dinghy Championship, between Saturday 18th September and Tuesday, 21st September, 2021.
The activity will take place in St Paul's Bay and approaches, in an area delineated by the imaginary lines A, B, C and D as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Inflatable marker buoys shall be laid, from 8.30 a.m. till 6.00 p.m., on all days of the activity, within the above-mentioned area to indicate the racecourse.
All vessels not involved in the activity are to keep well clear from the competing boats and follow any instructions given by the race officials and support vessels.
Mariners are to note the above and give the area indicated a wide berth. They are further instructed to keep out of the way of the participants. Any instructions issued on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any Enforcement Personnel on site are to be complied with.
Charts affected: BA 211, 2538, 2537.
14th September, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 138 of 2021
Artistic Boat Trip Round Manoel Island
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that an artistic boat trip round Manoel Island will be held as follows:
Rehearsals will be held on Monday, 13th and Wednesday, 15th September, 2021, from 5.00 p.m. till 6.30 p.m., on both days.
The actual artistic boat trip will be held on:
Saturday, 18th September, 2021, from 4.00 p.m. till 5.30 p.m., and
Sunday, 19th September, 2021, from 10.00 a.m. till 11.30 a.m.
The activity consists of boat (dgħajjes tal-pass) trips departing from point A, navigating around Manoel Island in an anti-clockwise direction, and finishing at point B. During the trip, when in the area shown in blue on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), a number of swimmers will enter the water and carry out a short display of synchronised swimming.
Due to these activities mariners are to take note of the above and give the boats a wide berth. They are to navigate with caution and very slow speed (no wake) when close to the area and to keep clear of the area shown in blue. No vessel is to enter the area during the abovementioned dates and times.
Mariners are advised to cooperate with the organisers and any enforcement personnel on site.
They are to obey any instructions issued on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS and by any maritime enforcement assets in the area.
Chart affected: BA 177
10th September, 2021
Local Notice to Mariners No. 135 of 2021
Underwater Repair Works on the Quay at Id-Daħla tal-Kalkara in the Grand Harbour
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that underwater repair works will be carried out along the quay at Id-Daħla tal-Kalkara in the Grand Harbour.
The works will start on Monday, 13th September, 2021, and are expected to be completed by Friday, 31st December, 2021. The repair works will be held along the quay, as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
During the dive the diving team will be displaying the international code of Signals flag A.
Masters and operators of vessels are advised to keep a sharp lookout, navigate with caution, and at slow speed (no wake) when navigating close to the above indicated area, and co-operate with the contractor on site.
They are also to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS
Chart affected: BA 177
7th September, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 35 of 2021
Chart Correction – Foul Area (Lost anchor and chain)
Reference is made to BA Chart 2538 – Malta.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies Mariners that an anchor and chain were lost to the South-East of bunkering area 4, in the following approximate position:
Insert symbol (#) indicating a foul area with a 500m radius, in position.
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
35° 48’.724 014° 35’.994
Positions are referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
Charts affected: BA Chart 2538, 194
3rd September, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 129 of 2021
Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners Nos 24 and 60 of 2021 regarding Extension of Ro-Ro Ramp between Deep Water Quay and Wine Wharf
Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners Nos 24 and 60 of 2021.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that due to unforeseen circumstances the work will not be completed in time, therefore the completion date is being extended to the end of October 2021.
Local Notice to Mariners Nos 24 and 60 of 2021 are to be amended accordingly.
All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 24 of 2021 will remain valid.
Chart affected: BA 177
27th August, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 34 of 2021
Chart Correction – Coastline, Revetments and Walkways at Il-Ponta ta' Bighi in Id-Daħla tal-Kalkara
Reference is made to BA Chart 177 – Valletta Harbours
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies Mariners that the following changes have been made at Il-Ponta ta' Bighi in Id-Daħla tal-Kalkara.
A 2m wide walkway and revetments of the shoreline have been constructed as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
Insert new coastline (outer), joining: (a) 35° 53'.528 014° 31'.382
35° 53'.526 014° 31'.388
35° 53'.522 014° 31'.384
35° 53'.517 014° 31'.393
35° 53'.523 014° 31'.397
35° 53'.518 014° 31'.401
(b) 35° 53'.520 014° 31'.403
Delete old coastline, joining (a) to (b) above
Insert new coastline (inner), joining: (c) 35° 53'.503 014° 31'.417
35° 53'.502 014° 31'.415
35° 53'.497 014° 31'.420
35° 53'.496 014° 31'.418
35° 53'.473 014° 31'.426
35° 53'.460 014° 31'.438
(d) 35° 53'.455 014° 31'.443
Delete old coastline, joining (c) to (d) above
Insert 2m wide footpath (centred on line) 35° 53'.519 014° 31'.401
joining : 35° 53'.503 014° 31'.416
Insert limit of revetment, joining: 35° 53'.502 014° 31'.416
35° 53'.502 014° 31'.415
35° 53'.500 014° 31'.414
35° 53'.474 014° 31'.424
35° 53'.461 014° 31'.436
35° 53'.461 014° 31'.437
Insert 2.5m wide pontoon (centred on line) 35° 53'.477 014° 31'.404
joining: 35° 53'.450 014° 31'.430
Delete 2.5m wide pontoon (centred on line) 35° 53'.484 014° 31'.414
joining : 35° 53'.474 014° 31'.424
Charts affected: BA 177, 2538
27th August, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 120 of 2021
Official Nautical Charts and Notices to Mariners
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, would like to remind all mariners, including fishermen, and owners and operators of any type of vessel, that the official Nautical Charts of Malta and the Notices to Mariners issued by the Authority, from time to time, have the force of law and regulate navigation within Maltese ports, internal and territorial waters. They also contribute significantly towards safety at sea and the preservation of good order. Observation and compliance with this Notice always remains obligatory, during navigation, and when operating vessels.
Special attention is hereby directed at the 'no fishing', especially the use of trammel and gilling nets, and the 'no anchoring' restrictions within ports and their approaches. Official Nautical Charts can be obtained from authorised distributors in Malta.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate further reminds that Notices to Mariners are published in the Government Gazette and are also accessible through the Authority's website and the NAWTIKA APP.
Enforcement and legal action in terms of law will be taken if there is a breach of or non-compliance with such official Nautical Charts and Notices to Mariners.
17th August, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 115 of 2021
Further to Local Notice to Mariners Nos 50 and 98 of 2021 – Zones reserved for swimmers in Malta and Gozo
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies all mariners, owners of vessels and bathers that further to Local Notice to Mariners Nos 50 and 98 of 2021 regarding Zones reserved for swimmers in Malta and Gozo, the following area has been included:
53 Wied il-Għasri – Gozo refer to Figure 53
Line joining points 53A and 53B and the intermediate coastline.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
53A 36º 04'.795 014º 13'.730
53B 36º 04'.794 014º 13'.741
All the information and restrictions mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners Nos 50 and 98 of 2021 remain valid and will also apply to this area.
Chart affected: BA 211
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
6th August, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 95 of 2021
Illicit Discharges
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, would like to remind all mariners and operators of any type of vessel, including fishing vessels, and all operators and personnel of fish farms, breeding pens and cages and other aquaculture equipment, that it is prohibited to dispose of any type of waste into the marine environment.
Apart from the general domestic waste (for example plastics, food waste, paper, etc.), the disposal of any waste oils, mooring ropes, discarded fishing gear, tackle and any other types of substances and objects that may cause marine pollution, damage, or harm to aquatic life in the marine environment, the natural function of ecosystems and to biodiversity, is also prohibited. All waste should be disposed of ashore at the appropriate waste reception facilities.
All persons are also being reminded that the disposal of sewage within bays, yachting centres and ports is also prohibited.
Enforcement and legal action in terms of the law will be taken if any person is caught disposing of any type of waste in the marine environment or if there is sufficient evidence of any illegal disposal at sea.
16th July, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 97 of 2021
Repair Works on Slipway and Adjacent Quay at Il-Bajja tal-Mellieħa
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the general public that repair work will be carried out on a slipway and the adjacent quay at Il-Bajja tal-Mellieħa.
The work on the slipway and the adjacent quay will start on Tuesday, 20th July, 2021, and is expected to be completed by Sunday, 31st October, 2021.
A silt curtain will be laid 10m off the coast within the area, as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport. gov.mt). A safety distance, of at least 10m from the silt curtains, shall be maintained at all times.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35° 55'.417 14° 29'.633
Mariners are to note that due to these works the slipway cannot be used throughout the duration of the works.
Some of the works will be carried out by scuba divers who will be displaying the International Code of Signals flag A.
Mariners and vessel operators are to navigate with caution and at slow speed (no wake) when in the vicinity. They are to co-operate with the contractor on site.
Mariners are to comply with instructions issued on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS.
Chart affected: BA 211
16th July, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 98 of 2021
Further to Local Notice to Mariners No. 50 of 2021 - Zones reserved for swimmers in Malta and Gozo
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies all mariners, owners of vessels and bathers that further to Local Notice to Mariners No. 50 of 2021 regarding zones reserved for swimmers in Malta and Gozo, the following area has been included.
52. Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Tal-Fekruna - Outer) refer to Figure 52
Line joining points 52A, 52B, 52C and 52D and the intermediate coastline.
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
52A 35º 57'.037 014º 23'.273
52B 35º 57'.031 014º 23'.277
52C 35º 57'.025 014º 23'.262
52D 35º 57'.032 014º 23'.258
All the information and restrictions mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 50 of 2021 remain valid and will also apply to this area.
Chart affected: BA 211
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
16th July, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 92 of 2021
Cancel Local Notice to Mariners No. 75 of 2015
re-Removal of Vessels and Moorings at Qajjenza, Birżebbuġa
Reference is made to BA Chart 36 – Marsaxlokk
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners that there is no more the need to deploy a boom in the area mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 75 of 2015.
Local Notice to Mariners No 075 of 2015 is hereby Cancelled.
Charts Affected: BA 36
9th July, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 87 of 2021
ROV Survey in id-Daħla Tal-Pietà
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a survey will be carried out at Id-Daħla Tal-Pietà, with the use of a Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV). The survey and the control of the ROV will be carried out remotely from land.
Weather permitting, the survey is planned to be carried out between Tuesday 6th July 2021 and Friday 16th July 2021, within the area formed by the imaginary line A, B, C and D as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport. gov.mt):
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35° 53'.578 14° 29'.824
B 35° 53'.593 14° 29'.836
C 35° 53'.589 14° 29'.806
D 35° 53'.574 14° 29'.853
Masters and operators of vessels are advised to keep a sharp lookout, navigate with caution, and at slow speed (no wake) when in the vicinity, and are to cooperate with the contractor on site.
They are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.
Chart affected: BA 177
6th July, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 28 of 2021
Chart Correction – New Navigational Light on the Inner Breakwaters in Il-Bajja ta' Marsalforn, Gozo
Reference is made to BA Chart 211 Panel E – Gozo, Il-Bajja ta' Marsalforn.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies Mariners that new Navigational Lights on the inner breakwaters in Il-Bajja ta' Marsalforn – Gozo, have been established.
The navigational lights are fixed on steel poles at the end of each breakwater.
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
Insert Fl.R.4s4m5M 36° 04'.354 014° 15'.620
Insert Fl.G.5s4m5M 36° 04'.349 014° 15'.625
Chart affected: BA 211
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM
28th June, 2021
Notice to Mariners No. 24 of 2021
Live Firing Practice at Pembroke Ranges
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that the Armed Forces of Malta will carry out Live Firing Practice all through the year, (except Sundays) at the Pembroke Ranges, from 8.00 a.m. till 10.30 a.m. local time and from 11.00 a.m. till 4.30 p.m. local time or any other time as may be advised.
A Sécurité message will be issued on VHF Channels 12, and/or 16 by Valletta VTS, accordingly.
The exercise area is delineated by sector ABC.
From Position A
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35° 55'.540 14° 28'.320 (Centre point on land),
a radius of 4 nautical miles to points
B 35° 59'.460 14° 27'.150 and
C 35° 58'.290 14° 32'.190
Limits are indicated on BA charts 194, 2537 and 2538.
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, they must obey instructions given on VHF Channels 12, and/or 16 by Valletta VTS.
This notice is to supersede Notice to Mariners No. 2 of 2019.
Charts affected: BA 2538, 2537, 194.
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM
22nd June, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 81 of 2021
Cancel Local Notice to Mariners No. 71 of 2021 re-Removal of Boulders in front of Slipway
at Wied il-Buni, Birżebbuġa
Reference is made to BA Chart 36 – Marsaxlokk
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the boulders in front of slipway at Wied il-Buni, Birżebbuġa, mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 71 of 2021 have been removed.
Local Notice to Mariners No. 71 of 2021 is hereby Cancelled.
Chart affected: BA 36
22nd June, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 82 of 2021
Works in progress outside Il-Magħluq in Il-Bajja ta' Marsaxlokk
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies Mariners that 'works in progress' areas will be established outside Il-Magħluq in Il-Bajja ta' Marsaxlokk.
The works are expected to start with immediate effect and are to be completed by Saturday, 14th August, 2021.
The areas will be delineated by the imaginary lines, one joining the points A, B, C, D and the intermediate coastline and the other joining the points E, F, G, H and the intermediate coastline, as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Divers will assist in the works and shall be displaying the International Code of Signals flag A.
Marker buoys will be placed at points B, C, F and G.
Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35º 50'.383 014º 32'.762 Land
B 35º 50'.353 014º 32'.748 Buoy
C 35º 50'.347 014º 32'.767 Buoy
D 35º 50'.376 014º 32'.780 Land
E 35º 50'.338 014º 32'.911 Land
F 35º 50'.298 014º 32'.894 Buoy
G 35º 50'.292 014º 32'.913 Buoy
H 35º 50'.330 014º 32'.928 Land
Masters and operators of vessels are advised to keep a sharp look-out, navigate with caution and at very slow speed (no wake) and are to give the indicated area a wide berth. They are to comply with any instructions given by Marsaxlokk VTS on VHF Channel 14.
Chart affected: BA 36
22nd June, 2021
Local Notice to Mariners No. 77 of 2021
Further to Local Notice to Mariners No. 38 of 2021 – Installation of floating pontoons at Id-Daħla
tal-Azzarett in Il-Port ta' Marsamxett
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners, owners of vessels and the general public that further to Local Notice to Mariners No. 38 of 2021 regarding Installation of floating pontoons at Id-Daħla tal-Azzarett in Il-Port ta' Marsamxett, the working area is being extended.
The extended working area in formed by joining the points D, C, X, Y, and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt):
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
D 35°54'.069 014°29'.829 Coast
C 35°54'.129 014°29'.875 Buoy
X 35°54'.114 014°29'.918 Buoy
Y 35°54'.050 014°29'.868 Coast
The work, which consists of the rotation of the existing pontoon is expected to start on Friday, 18th June, 2021, and is expected to be completed by Wednesday, 23rd June, 2021.
All the information and restrictions mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 38 of 2021 remain valid and will also apply to this area.
Masters and operators of vessels are advised to keep a sharp lookout, navigate with caution and at slow speed (no wake) when navigating close to the above indicated area. They are to cooperate with the contractor on site and comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS.
Chart affected: BA 177
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
18th June, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 21 of 2021
Further to Notice to Mariners Nos 9 and 14 of 2021 – AUV Survey in 2021
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that further to Notice to Mariners Nos 09 and 14 of 2021 of Transport Malta – Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) surveys, the entire survey will also include the following areas.
Area 5
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
5A 36º 10'.470 014º 11'.620
5B 36º 08'.380 014º 20'.300
5C 36º 06'.240 014º 19'.450
5D 36º 07'.600 014º 13'.440
5E 36º 05'.660 014º 12'.590
5F 36º 05'.500 014º 13'.260
5G 36º 04'.920 014º 13'.010
5H 36º 05'.290 014º 11'.250
5I 36º 01'.980 014º 10'.090
5J 36º 02'.330 014º 18'.390
Area 6
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
6A 35º 53'.770 014º 17'.970
6B 35º 52'.410 014º 20'.190
6C 35º 51'.290 014º 19'.000
6D 35º 50'.170 014º 20'.640
6E 35º 49'.390 014º 19'.870
6F 35º 52'.030 014º 16'.070
Area 7
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
7A 35º 48'.860 014º 25'.110
7B 35º 48'.580 014º 25'.540
7C 35º 48'.440 014º 26'.400
7D 35º 46'.100 014º 26'.020
7E 35º 46'.250 014º 24'.910
7F 35º 45'.090 014º 24'.590
7G 35º 46'.200 014º 22'.230
Area 8
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
8A 35º 48'.330 014º 30'.030
8B 35º 48'.140 014º 31'.650
8C 35º 47'.260 014º 31'.530
8D 35º 47'.190 014º 32'.120
8E 35º 46'.960 014º 31'.530
6F 35º 47'.110 014º 31'.310
8G 35º 47'.270 014º 31'.320
8H 35º 47'.490 014º 29'.920
Area 9
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
9A 35º 46'.870 014º 27'.460
9B 35º 46'.840 014º 27'.780
9C 35º 45'.960 014º 27'.640
9D 35º 45'.980 014º 27'.330
Area 10
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
10A 35º 49'.600 014º 25'.690
10B 35º 49'.550 014º 26'.060
10C 35º 48'.620 014º 25'.480
10D 35º 48'.810 014º 25'.190
The surveys of these areas will commence with immediate effect and are expected to be completed by Sunday, 20th November, 2021.
Mariners are instructed to navigate with caution when close to the above-mentioned area and give the vessel m/v CHIKO a wide berth of 150m.
All the information in Notice to Mariners Nos. 9 and 14 of 2021 will remain in force.
Moreover, any instructions given on VHF Channels 12, 14 and / or 16 by Valletta VTS, Marsaxlokk VTS and the Armed Forces of Malta are to be strictly observed.
Charts affected: BA 2537, 2538, 194, 2123, 2124
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM
18th June, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 22 of 2021
Chart Correction – New Configuration of the Bunkering Area 2
Reference is made to BA Chart 2538 – Malta.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies Mariners of the new configuration of the Bunkering Area 2.
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
Insert limit of bunkering area, pecked line, joining:
(a) 35º 52'.522 014º 35'.421
(b) 35º 53'.041 014º 35'.063
(c) 35º 53'.317 014º 35'.443
(d) 35º 52'.768 014º 35'.828
legend: (Bunkering Area 2), within(a) – (d) above
Delete former limit of bunkering area, pecked line, joining:
35º 53'.334 014º 35'.461
35º 53'.034 014º 35'.061
35º 53'.638 014º 35'.061
35º 53'.440 014º 35'.455
35º 53'.037 014º 35'.762
35º 53'.237 014º 35'.164
legend: (Bunkering Area 2) centred on 35º 52'.650 014º 35'.400
Charts affected: BA 36, 194, 2538
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM
18th June, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 23 of 2021
Cancel Notice to Mariners No. 17 of 2021 – Merkanti Reef, East Cardinal Light – UNRELIABLE
Reference is made to BA Chart 177 – Valletta Harbours.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Merkanti Reef East Cardinal light flashing quick 3 every 10 seconds (pole mounted) in the following position:
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
35º 55'.490 014º 29'.850
has been REPAIRED.
Therefore, Notice to Mariners No 17 of 2021 - re - Merkanti Reef East Cardinal light – UNRELIABLE is hereby CANCELLED.
18th June, 2021
Transport Malta
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 19 of 2021
Archaeological Zones at Sea – Superintendence of Cultural Heritage (Consolidated list 2021)
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, would like to remind all mariners that the Superintendence of Cultural Heritage has established several 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, Government Gazette dated 8th October, 2019, No. 1261 Cultural Heritage Act 2019 (Cap.455), Article 45, the following sites have been established:
Off Xlendi (Gozo)
Xlendi Underwater Archaeological Park (Gozo)
The area formed by joining the imaginary line A, B, C and D
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 36º 01'.364 014º 12'.494
B 36º 01'.526 014º 12'.628
C 36º 01'.637 014º 12'.299
D 36º 01'.518 014º 12'.215
Bastiment Mgħarraq Latitudni (T) Lonġitudni (L) Buffer Area (Raġġ)
Wreck Latitude (N) Longitude (E) Buffer Area
(Radius)
Lil hinn mill-Ponta tal-Qawra
Off Il-Ponta tal-Qawra
JU88 35° 58'.484 014° 27'.982 250 m
Lil hinn mill-Bajja ta' San Ġiljan
Off Il-Bajja ta' San Ġiljan
Fairey Swordfish 35° 56'.102 014° 30'.646 250m
Lil hinn mill- Port il-Kbir (Valletta)
Off Il-Port il-Kbir (Valletta)
HMS Olympus 35° 55'.536 014° 33'.916 500m
Schnellboot 35° 54'.289 014° 32'.861 500m
HMS Trusty Star 35° 54'.388 014° 33'.371 500m
Lil hinn mill-Bajja ta' Marsaskala
Off Il-Bajja ta' Marsaskala
ORP Kujawiak 35° 53'.290 014° 38'.482 500m
HMS Southwold (Bow) 35° 52'.434 014° 35'.836 500m
HMS Southwold (Stern) 35° 52'.349 014° 35'.861 500m
SS Polynesian (Bow) 35° 51'.469 014° 36'.297 500m
SS Polynesian (Stern) 35° 51'.451 014° 36'.392 500m
HMS Nasturtium 35° 53'.637 014° 42'.612 500m
HMS Russell 35° 54'.198 014° 36'.473 500m
JU88 35° 53'.117 014° 37'.976 150 m
Maryland Bomber 35° 51'.296 014° 36'.842 150 m
Lil hinn mill-Bajja ta' Marsaxlokk
Off Il-Bajja ta' Marsaxlokk
SS Luciston 35° 47'.461 014° 35'.464 500m
Lil hinn mill-Ponta ta' Benagħajsa
Off Il-Ponta ta' Benagħajsa
B24 Liberator 35° 47'.991 014° 32'.982 200m
Douglas A-1 Skyraider 35° 47'.905 014° 32'.062 150m
In view of the above, Transport Malta hereby notifies that with immediate effect, all commercial vessels intending to carry out diving operations on the above listed historical wrecks must be fitted with an operational AIS which must be kept on at all times. Besides the necessary permits from Heritage Malta – Underwater Cultural Heritage Unit, they must also obtain clearance from Valletta VTS on VHF Channel 12 or Marsaxlokk VTS on VHF Channel 14, following pre-notification.
Compliance with this requirement is mandatory and non-compliance may lead to the prohibition of stopping/diving on these sites and possibly including the prohibition of navigation in general, without prejudice to other applicable penalties and legal proceedings.
The buffer area is considered as NO STOPPING AREA. Anchoring/mooring will only be allowed to divers' vessels fitted with an operational AIS and holding 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 exhibited during diving sessions. 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.
Drifting vessels and swimming will be allowed.
This notice is to supersede Notice to Mariners No 51 of 2019, No. 8 of 2020 and No. 35 of 2020.
Charts affected: BA 36, 177, 2537, 2538
Positions are referred to WGS84 DATUM
11th June, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 20 of 2021
Amendment to Notice to Mariners No. 35 of 2008 - Designated VHF channels for maritime communications
Reference is made to Notice to Mariners Nos 35 and 47 of 2008.
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners about the designated VHF channels for maritime communications. To note the introduction of Ch 10 as Mġarr Port Control to cater for traffic management.
VHF Channels1 Purpose of Communication
Ch 09 Pilotage and Mooring and Pilot Launch
Ch 10 Mġarr Port Control (The use of Ch 10 for Mġarr Port Control is on a
primary basis)
Ch 10 Towage (the use of Ch 10 for towage is on a secondary basis)
Ch 11 Navigational Warnings/Weather Broadcasts
Ch 12 Valletta VTS
Ch 13 Terminals and Marinas
Ch 14 Marsaxlokk VTS
Ch 20 Navigational Assistance/Special instructions to a specific ship
Ch 22 Emergency Ops/Oil Pollution, etc.
Ch 68 Towage
Ch 69 Malta VTS
All mariners are to note the above and use the appropriate channels as designated in this Notice with immediate effect and in accordance with national law1.
Notice to Mariners No. 35 of 2008 is hereby amended accordingly.
Notice to Mariners No. 47 of 2008 is hereby being cancelled.
1 These channels correspond to the international maritime mobile frequencies in the VHF band, as defined in the General Authorisations (Radiocommunications Apparatus) Regulations (S.L.399.40).
11th June, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 18 of 2021
Radio Frequency Interference to the Global Navigational Satellite Service (GNSS)
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies Mariners that while Radio Frequency Interference (RFI), harmful to the Global Navigational Satellite Service (GNSS), has already been reported for some time by the Malta Communications Authority, it has recently been reported that the intensity of the interference has now increased substantially.
Due to this interference, the GNSS and the GPS service may be adversely affected. GNSS signals are very weak and vulnerable to interference; a phenomenon where other radio signals disrupt the GNSS signals causing reduced positioning accuracy, or even the complete lack of position availability.
When experiencing RFI, mariners are advised to use all available means to ascertain the position of the vessel, and GNSS and GPS navigating systems are not to be relied upon during coastal navigation.
Notice to Mariners No. 38 of 2020 is hereby cancelled.
8th June, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Notice to Mariners No. 17 of 2021
Merkanti Reef, East Cardinal Light – UNRELIABLE
Reference is made to BA Chart 177 – Valletta Harbours
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Merkanti Reef East Cardinal light flashing quick 3 every 10 seconds (pole mounted) in the following position:
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
35º 55'.490 014º 29'.850
Is UNRELIABLE.
1st June, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 70 of 2021
No entry zone at Manoel Island (Tas-Sliema Creek) due to a derelict wall
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, would like to bring to the attention of all mariners that a No Entry Zone at Manoel Island (Tas-Sliema Creek) due to the dangers posed by a derelict wall, has been established.
The area is formed by joining the imaginary lines between the points A, B, C, D and the intermediate coastline (shown hatched on charts found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) and is restricted to both vessels and swimmers and should be avoided:
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A 35° 54'.320 014° 30'.134
B 35° 54'.327 014° 30'.133
C 35° 54'.328 014° 30'.144
D 35° 54'.318 014° 30'.146
Mariners are informed that a rope supported by black and white buoys will be placed with immediate effect, along all the imaginary lines mentioned above.
Chart affected: BA 177
28th May, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 61 of 2021
Special Marker 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.
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
A1 Marsalforn 10 Knots 36° 04'.564 014° 15'.843
A2 Comino 10 Knots 36° 01'.303 014° 20'.379
A3 Qawra 10 Knots 35° 57'.732 014° 25'.817
A4 Dragonara Point 10 Knots 35° 55'.729 014° 29'.748
A5 Dragut Point 10 Knots 35° 54'.500 014° 31'.007
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
B1 Ramla l-Ħamra 10 Knots 36° 03'.827 014° 17'.018
B3 San Niklaw 10 Knots 36° 01'.264 014° 19'.804
B6 Santa Marija 10 Knots 36° 01'.216 014° 20'.108
B14 Ċirkewwa 10 Knots 35° 59'.059 014° 19'.789
B15 Armier 10 Knots 35° 59'.527 014° 21'.460
B16 Little Armier 10 Knots 35° 59'.627 014° 21'.602
B17 Mellieħa 10 Knots 35° 59'.153 014° 22'.681
B18 Mellieħa 10 Knots 35° 58'.809 014° 21'.921
B19 Mellieħa 10 Knots 35° 58'.466 014° 21'.400
B23 Mellieħa 10 Knots 35° 58'.190 014° 21'.987
B24 Mellieħa 10 Knots 35° 58'.394 014° 22'.711
B25 Il-Gżejjer North 10 Knots 35° 58'.076 014° 23'.974
B26 Il-Gżejjer South 10 Knots 35° 57'.942 014° 24'.601
B28 Ras il-Għallis 10 Knots 35° 57'.400 014° 25'.968
B29 San Ġiljan 10 Knots 35° 55'.221 014° 29'.857
B30 Marsaskala 10 Knots 35° 51'.907 014° 34'.432
B31 San Tumas 10 Knots 35° 51'.320 014° 34'.331
B32 Xrobb l-Għaġin 10 Knots 35° 50'.298 014° 34'.030
B33 St Peter's Pool 10 Knots 35° 49'.903 014° 33'.897
B34 Dellimara 10 Knots 35° 49'.388 014° 33'.857
B35 Il-Ġnejna 10 Knots 35° 55'.473 014° 20'.354
B36 Għajn Tuffieħa 10 Knots 35° 55'.800 014° 20'.495
B37 Il-Mixquqa 10 Knots 35° 55'.965 014° 20'.464
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
B2 Mġarr ix-Xini 5 Knots 36° 00'.906 014° 16'.445
B4 San Niklaw Bay (Fairway 1) 5 Knots 36° 01'.167 014° 19'.770
B5 San Niklaw Bay (Fairway 9D)5 Knots 36° 01'.039 014° 19'.773
B7 Santa Marija Bay (Fairway 1) 5 Knots 36° 01'.031 014° 20'.210
B8 Santa Marija Bay (Fairway 2) 5 Knots 36° 01'.111 014° 20'.210
B9 Blue Lagoon Outer 5 Knots 36° 01'.004 014° 19'.226
B10 Blue Lagoon (Fairway 5) 5 Knots 36° 00'.965 014° 19'.332
B11 Blue Lagoon (Fairway 3) 5 Knots 36° 00'.952 014° 19'.310
B12 Blue Lagoon (Fairway 2) 5 Knots 36° 00'.913 014° 19'.346
B13 Blue Lagoon (Fairway 1) 5 Knots 36° 00'.852 014° 19'.401
B20 Mellieħa 5 Knots 35° 58'.398 014° 21'.247
B21 Mellieħa 5 Knots 35° 58'.269 014° 21'.299
B22 Mellieħa 5 Knots 35° 58'.133 014° 21'.480
B27 Xemxija 5 Knots 35° 57'.027 014° 23'.508
Buoys indicate the speed that should never be exceeded, and in any case, mariners are always reminded to proceed at a safe speed 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 and any other buoy owned by Transport Malta and that the speed restriction is in place all year round even without the buoys in place. The deployment of the buoys may be delayed due to the present situation.
Charts affected: BA 36, 177, 211A, 211B, 2537, 2538
25th May, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 62 of 2021
Designated Restricted Areas – Consolidated List
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners, owners of vessels and the general public that the following designated restricted areas to navigation have been established:
A) At Xatt L-Aħmar – Gozo, the area joining the points A1, A2 and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart A found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A1 36° 01'.142 014° 17'.273
A2 36° 01'.145 014° 17'.306
B) In Il-Bajja ta' San Ġorġ, the area joining the points B1, B2, B3, B4 and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart B found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
B1 35° 55'.685 014° 29'.501
B2 35° 55'.666 014° 29'.519
B3 35° 55'.650 014° 29'.452
B4 35° 55'.650 014° 29'.436
C) In Il-Bajja ta' San Ġorġ, the area joining the points C1, C2, C3, C4 and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart 2C found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
C1 35° 55'.575 014° 29'.570
C2 35° 55'.586 014° 29'.585
C3 35° 55'.590 014° 29'.598
C4 35° 55'.583 014° 29'.642
D) At Il-Ponta tad-Dragunara, the area joining the points D1, D2, D3, D4 and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart D found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
D1 35° 55'.527 014° 29'.679
D2 35° 55'.499 014° 29'.704
D3 35° 55'.449 014° 29'.672
D4 35° 55'.459 014° 29'.617
E) In Il-Bajja tal-Balluta, the area joining the points E1, E2, E3, E4 and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart E found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
E1 35° 54'.931 014° 29'.627
E2 35° 54'.931 014° 29'.650
E3 35° 54'.898 014° 29'.650
E4 35° 54'.898 014° 29'.627
F) In Il-Bajja ta' Għar id-Dud – Tas-Sliema, the area joining the points F1, F2 and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart F found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
F1 35° 54'.816 014° 30'.477
F2 35° 54'.756 014° 30'.451
G) In Il-Port ta' Marsamxett (Ta' Xbiex area), the area joining the points G1, G2, G3, G4 and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart G found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
G1 35° 53'.946 014° 30'.044
G2 35° 53'.942 014° 30'.062
G3 35° 53'.889 014° 30'.045
G4 35° 53'.893 014° 30'.027
H) In Il-Port ta' Marsamxett, the area joining the points H1, H2, H3, H4 and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart H found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
H1 35° 53'.903 014° 30'.276
H2 35° 53'.916 014° 30'.279
H3 35° 53'.928 014° 30'.301
H4 35° 53'.925 014° 30'.320
I) In Marsamxett Harbour (Valletta Water Polo Pitch area), the area joining the points I1, I2, I3 and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart I found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
I1 35° 54'.070 014° 30'.638
I2 35° 54'.138 014° 30'.724
I3 35° 54'.130 014° 30'.733
J) In Il-Port il-Kbir (Kalkara Creek – Toqba area – Birgu), the area joining the points J1, J2, J3, J4 and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart J found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
J1 35º 53'.450 014º 31'.225
J2 35º 53'.452 014º 31'.228
J3 35º 53'.418 014º 31'.271
J4 35º 53'.411 014º 31'.263
K) In Il-Port il-Kbir (Rinella Bay area), the area joining the points K1, K2 and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart K found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
K1 35º 53'.656 014º 31'.629
K2 35º 53'.584 014º 31'.609
To always ensure safety, no vessel, craft or other object, whether equipped with an engine or not, is to enter these designated restricted areas. Furthermore, the use of fishing gear/implements is not allowed in these areas.
These designated restricted areas shall be in place with immediate effect and until Thursday 30th September 2021. They will be delineated by ropes which will be kept afloat by coloured marker floats and may be left in location up to 2 weeks after the closing date.
Mariners and owners of vessels moored within these designated restricted areas are advised to remove their vessels and mooring buoys immediately. Any vessels and mooring buoys left in these areas may be removed by the respective operators. No liability whatsoever will be borne by Transport Malta for any damage to vessels or any damage/loss of mooring buoys and ground tackles that are left in these areas.
Mariners are informed that it is prohibited to secure/moor any vessel, craft or object to any marker buoy, ropes and related gear delineating the designated restricted areas.
Local Notices to Mariners Nos 37, 51 and 55 are hereby CANCELLED
Position is referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
Charts affected: BA 177, 211, 2537, 2538
25th May, 2021
Transport Malta
Local Notice to Mariners No. 51 of 2021
Further to Local Notice to Mariners No. 37 of 2021 regarding Designated Restricted Areas
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners, owners of vessels and the general public that further to Local Notice to Mariners No. 37 of 2021 regarding Designated Restricted Areas, the following areas have also been established as designated restricted areas to navigation:
1. In Marsamxett Harbour (Ta' Xbiex area), the area joining the points 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart 1 on the Transport Malta website (http://www.transport.gov.mt).
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
1A 35° 53'.946 014° 30'.044
1B 35° 53'.942 014° 30'.062
1C 35° 53'.889 014° 30'.045
1D 35° 53'.893 014° 30'.027
2. In Marsamxett Harbour (Valletta Water Polo Pitch area), the area joining the points 2A, 2B, 2C and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart 2 on the Transport Malta website (http://www.transport.gov.mt).
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
2A 35° 54'.070 014° 30'.638
2B 35° 54'.138 014° 30'.724
2C 35° 54'.130 014° 30'.733
3. In the Grand Harbour (Rinella Bay area), the area joining the points 3A, 3B and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart 3 on the Transport Malta website (http://www.transport.gov.mt).
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
3A 35º 53'.656 014º 31'.629
3B 35º 53'.584 014º 31'.609
4. In the Grand Harbour (Kalkara Creek – Toqba area – Birgu), the area joining the points 4A, 4B, 4C, 4D and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart 4 on the Transport Malta website (http://www.transport.gov.mt).
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
4A 35º 53'.450 014º 31'.225
4B 35º 53'.452 014º 31'.228
4C 35º 53'.418 014º 31'.271
4D 35º 53'.411 014º 31'.263
These designated restricted areas shall be in place with immediate effect until Thursday, 30th September, 2021. They will be delineated by rope which will be kept afloat by coloured marker floats and may be left in location up to 2 weeks after the closing date.
All the information and restrictions mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 37 of 2021 will also apply to this area.
Position is referred to WGS 84 DATUM.
18th May, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 55 of 2021
Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 37 of 2021 Regarding Designated Restricted Areas
Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 37 of 2021.
The Directorate for Ports and Yachting, Transport Malta, informs mariners that in Local Notice to Mariners No. 37 of 2021 there is a typing error in the co-ordinates of points K, U and V.
The correct co-ordinates should read as follows:
Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
K 35° 55'.449 014° 29'.672
U 36° 01'.142 014° 17'.273
V 36° 01'.145 014° 17'.306
Local Notice to Mariners No. 37 of 2021 is to be amended accordingly.
All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 37 of 2021 will remain valid.
Charts affected: BA 177, 211, 2537, 2538
18th May, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 48 of 2021
Demarcation of Designated Areas in Xemxija (Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl)
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Authority for Transport in Malta, hereby notifies all mariners that the Authority will be, in the coming weeks, laying down the necessary navigational aids demarcating the different designated areas in Xemxija to facilitate navigation and ensure the safety thereof.
No mooring or anchoring is allowed in the area bounded by the imaginary lines A1, A, B, B1, C, D, E, F (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) by any vessel unless such is covered by a permit or other authorisation of the Authority. Owners of vessels that are moored or have a mooring within this area without the Authority's permission are to remove such vessels, moorings and associated tackle.
Latitude (N) Longitude (E)
A1 35º 56'.934 014º 23'.258
A 35º 56'.921 014º 23'.269
B 35º 56'.855 014º 23'.151
B1 35º 56'.869 014º 23'.140
C 35º 56'.903 014º 23'.111
D 35º 56'.935 014º 23'.161
E 35º 56'.946 014º 23'.152
F 35º 56'.982 014º 23'.217
Any vessels and moorings that are left in this area which are not covered by any permit or other authorisation from the Authority will be removed at the expense of their owner.
No liability whatsoever will be accepted by the Authority for any damage that may be caused while removing the said vessels and moorings.
Furthermore, mariners are reminded that it is prohibited to lay any moorings and ground tackle without the prior permission of the Authority.
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM
Chart affected: BA 211
14th May, 2021
TRANSPORT MALTA
Local Notice to Mariners No. 49 of 2021
Moorings within Xemxija (Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl)
The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Authority for Transport in Malta, hereby notifies all mariners that the works described in Local Notice to Mariners 16/2021 have been suspended for an indeterminate period.
Further to Local Notice to Mariners 48/2021, the Authority has demarcated the different areas in this area with the appropriate buoys and special markings.
All mariners are advised that the area bounded by the imaginary lines A, B, C and D (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) is under the control and management of the Authority and in this respect no mooring, berthing or anchoring is allowed within such area unless such is covered by a permit or other authorisation of the Authority.
Mariners are advised that those having a vessel berthed, moored or a mooring in this area, and wish to avail themselves of such facility, are to submit an application to the Authority for its consideration on the applicable Application for a Temporary Mooring Permit Form, which can be downloaded from the Authority's website (Form TM/PYD/078 Issue 1). Together with the application form, the applicant must submit documentary evidence that he/she were using a berth or mooring within the area over the past five years, including the GPS coordinates of such berth or mooring and the named vessel to be berthed or moored and the other documentation listed. Should the Authority accept the application, a temporary authorisation will be issued for the period of six months, and renewable for periods of six months each at the discretion of the Authority, until the planned works commence. The normal moorings-related terms and conditions will also be applicable.
Mariners are further advised that any authorisation may be terminated by the Authority at any time prior to expiry of the six-month periods by giving an advance notice in writing to the holder of such termination.
For the avoidance of any doubt, the authorisation shall be limited to the berthing or mooring of a named vessel with the identified berth or mooring. This authorisation and any rights associated therewith shall terminate immediately on the termination date of such authorisation. It is expressly being advised that such authorisation does not entitle the holder thereof to any rights whatsoever over the berth or mooring, or to continue berthing or mooring the vessel within this area or within any other area, including any right of first refusal or other preferential treatment.
Applications must be submitted to the Moorings and Berthing Unit of the Authority by 11th June, 2021, as per following details:
Moorings and Berthing Unit
Malta Transport Centre
Triq Pantar, Ħal Lija LJA 2021
Telephone numbers: 25554141/25554142/25554145/ 25554427
Email: (moorings.tm@transport.gov.mt)
Opening hours: Monday and Wednesday: 7.30 a.m. - 2.00 p.m.
Tuesday, Thursday and Friday: 7.30 a.m. - noon
Owners and vessels that are berthed or moored or have a berth or mooring within this area, who are not covered by any permit or other authorisation by the Authority, have already been advised to remove such in line with the provisions of Local Notice to Mariners 48/2021.
Furthermore, mariners are reminded that it is prohibited to lay any moorings and ground tackle without the prior permission of the Authority.
Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM
14th May, 2021