T​RANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 199 of 2022

Beneteau Cup – Sailing regattas between Marsamxett Harbour and Mġarr Harbour

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a sailing regatta between Marsamxett Harbour and Mġarr Harbour, will be held on Saturday, 19th November, 2022, and Sunday, 20th November, 2022.

On Saturday, 19th November, 2022, the start will be from outside Marsamxett Harbour point A, and they will sail towards point B and finish outside Mġarr Harbour point C, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

The regatta will start at 9.00 a.m. and is expected to finish by 6.00 p.m.

Position           Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

A                     35° 54'.741     014° 31'.462

C                     36° 01'.426     014° 18'.419

If due to unfavourable weather conditions, the regatta cannot be held as planned, it will be held on the same day and time – the start will also be from outside Marsamxett Harbour point A, they will sail towards points D, E, F, G respectively and finish also outside Mġarr Harbour point C, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

On Sunday, 20th November, 2022, the start will be from outside Mġarr Harbour point C, and they will sail towards point B and finish outside Marsamxett Harbour point A, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

The regatta will start at 9.00 a.m. and is expected to finish by 2.00 p.m.

Mariners are to note the above and are to give the competing vessels 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 route on the mentioned date 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 194, 177, 211, 2538, 2537

15th November, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 200 of 2022

Swimming event in Gozo from Xlendi Bay to Xatt l-Aħmar

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, would like to notify mariners that a swimming event will be organised on Sunday, 20th November, 2022.

The participants will swim from Xlendi Bay to ix-Xatt l-Aħmar. They will depart from Xlendi Bay, point A as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), at 5.30 a.m., and are expected to arrive at ix-Xatt l-Aħmar, point B as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) at approximately 12.45 p.m.

The participating swimmers will be swimming close to the coast and will be accompanied by kayaks and rhibs.

Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate with extreme caution and at slow speed (no wake) when in the vicinity, on the stipulated date and time. They are to 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 officials on site.

Chart affected: BA 211

15th November, 2022

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Local Notice to Mariners No. 197 of 2022

Filming from Rinella – Malta Film Studios, and within the Grand Harbour and Marsamxett Harbour – 1923

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies all mariners and sea vessel operators that filming activities will take place from Rinella – Malta Film Studios, and within the Grand Harbour and Marsamxett Harbour as listed below.

From Rinella – Malta Film Studios:

On Wednesday, 16th November, 2022, from noon till 10.30 p.m.,

on Thursday, 17th November, 2022, from 11.00 a.m. till 9.30 p.m.,

On Friday, 18th November, 2022, from 10.30 a.m. till 9.00 p.m.,

On Monday, 21st November, 2022, from 6.30 a.m. till 5.00 p.m.,

On Tuesday, 22nd November, 2022, from 6.30 a.m. till 5.00 p.m., and

On Thursday, 24th November, 2022, from 6.30 a.m. till 3.00 p.m.

During these days and times, for filming purposes, a clear horizon from point A, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), is being requested. Consequently, vessels transiting the hatched sector, shall, except in the case of emergency, not drop anchor or remain underway.

From Rinella Bay, Kalkara:

On Thursday, 24th November, 2022, from 11.00 a.m. till 5.00 p.m.

During this day and time, for filming purposes, a clear background from point B, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), is being requested. Consequently, vessels transiting the hatched sector, shall, except in the case of emergency, not moor, drop anchor or remain underway.

Filming will also be carried out in Id-Daħla tar-Rinella, shown in blue on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), hence it is to be kept clear from all vessels and no vessel will be allowed to enter or berth alongside any quay or jetty within the area.

No liability whatsoever will be accepted by the Authority for any damage that may be caused while removing any vessels that may be found within the area, on the above-mentioned date and times. Any costs incurred for the removal of vessels from the area will be at the owners' expense.

From Rinella Bay, Kalkara:

On Friday, 25th November, 2022, from 6.30 a.m. till 3.00 p.m.

During this day and time, for filming purposes, a clear background is being requested from point C, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt). Consequently, vessels transiting the hatched sector, shall, except in the case of emergency, not moor, drop anchor or remain underway.

From Pixkerija area and Barriera Wharf:

On Saturday, 26th November, 2022, from 6.30 a.m. till 5.00 p.m.

During this day and time, for filming purposes, a clear background is being requested from point D, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt). Consequently, vessels transiting the hatched sector, shall, except in the case of emergency, not moor, drop anchor or remain underway.

From Monday, 14th November, 2022 till Monday, 28th November, 2022, no vessel will be allowed to berth alongside the quay next to Pixkerija and at Barriera Wharf. Only the 2 barges being used for filming will be allowed to berth alongside the quay next to Pixkerija and at Barriera Wharf.

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, 2538

11th November, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 198 of 2022

Resumption of 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 resumed.

The work will consist of repair works on the quay edge between points D to E and will commence on Tuesday 15th November, 2022, and is expected to be completed by Wednesday 15th February, 2023. 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.

The repair works will require the services of divers and of 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 at very slow speed. They are to give the indicated areas a wide berth. Mariners are to cooperate with the requirements of the contractors and to comply with any instructions issued on VHF channel 10 by Mġarr Port Control, VHF Channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.

Charts affected: BA 211, 2537

11th November, 2022

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Local Notice to Mariners No. 191 of 2022

OTILLO – Swim-run World Series 2022

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the OTILLO Swim-run World Series 2022 will be held on Saturday, 5th November, 2022. There will be safety boats in each individual swim at all times.

There will be three races, and all will be starting and finishing at Il-Bajja tal-Mixquqa (Golden Sands). There will be approximately 500 participants, taking part in the races.

The swimming part of the Experience Malta 2022 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 11.15 a.m. till 12.31 p.m.,

from 1C to 1D                                                             from 12.04 p.m. till 12.56 p.m. and

from 1E to 1F                                                             from 12.20 p.m. till 1.25 p.m.

The swimming part of the Sprint Malta 2022 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 11.00 a.m. till 11.23 a.m.,

from 2C to 2D                                                             from 11.30 a.m. till 12.16 p.m.

from 2E to 2F                                                             from 11.46 a.m. till 12.41 p.m. and

from 2G to 2A                                                             from 12.28 p.m. till 2.20 p.m.

The swimming part of the World Series Malta 2022 race will follow the route (as shown on the 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 8.00 a.m. till 8.17 a.m.

from 3C to 3D                                                             from 8.24 a.m. till 8.59 a.m.

from 3E to 3B                                                             from 8.36 a.m. till 9.19 a.m.

from 3F to 3G                                                             from 9.10 a.m. till 10.34 a.m.

from 3H to 3I                                                              from 9.23 a.m. till 10.54 a.m.

from 3J to 3K                                                              from 9.40 a.m. till 11.28 a.m.

from 3L to 3M                                                             from 9.49 a.m. till 12.01 p.m.

from 3N to 3O                                                             from 10.12 a.m. till 12.50 p.m.

from 3P to 3Q                                                             from 10.35 a.m. till 1.24 p.m.

from 3R to 3S                                                              from 10.41 a.m. till 1.37 p.m.

from 3T to 3U                                                             from 10.47 a.m. till 1.52 p.m.

from 3V to 3W                                                            from 11.03 a.m. till 2.27 p.m.

from 3X to 3Y                                                              from 11.32 a.m. till 3.18 p.m.

from 3Z to 3A                                                              from 11.46 a.m. till 4.13 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 date 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 by any Enforcement Personnel on site.

Charts affected: BA 211, 2537 and 2538

1st November, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 192 of 2022

Further to Local Notice to Mariners No. 17 of 2022 – Dolphin, 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 bringing their code of conduct on how to approach cetaceans and turtles to the attention of all mariners and the public.

This code of conduct is to be observed at all times.

All the information and procedures mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 17 of 2022 will remain valid.

1st November, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 193 of 2022

Sailing regatta off Tas-Sliema

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a sailing regatta will be held off Sliema seafront.

The races will be held off Sliema within area A and area B, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

On Saturday, 5th November, 2022, from 10.30 a.m. till 5.00 p.m.

On Sunday, 6th November, 2022, from 9.30 a.m. till 4.00 p.m.

Yellow inflatable marker buoys to indicate the racecourse within the above-mentioned areas will be laid at 10.00 a.m. and will be removed by 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 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

1st November, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 194 of 2022

Cancellation of Local Notice to Mariners No. 149 of 2022 regarding 10 Knots Speed Restriction Buoy at Marsalforn – Missing

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that Local Notice to Mariners No 149 of 2022 regarding the 10 Knots Speed Restriction Buoy at Marsalforn – Missing, is now cancelled. This is a seasonal buoy and will be replaced next year; it will remain in position from June to October.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 149 of 2022 is hereby CANCELLED.

1st November, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 195 of 2022

Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 190 of 2022 regarding 'Further to Local Notice to Mariners No. 182 of 2022 – Repair works by Enemalta on the Interconnector cable'

Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 190 of 2022.

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that the arrival date at Dellimara Power Station Quay of the vessel CLV Nexans Aurora has been changed.

The berthing of the vessel will now take place between Wednesday, 2nd November and Friday, 4th November, 2022, and between Friday, 25th November and Monday, 28th November, 2022.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 190 of 2022 is to be amended accordingly.

All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 190 of 2022 will remain valid.

Charts affected: BA 36, 211, 2537

1st November, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 196 of 2022

Cancellation of Local Notice to Mariners No. 176 of 2022 regarding danger due to protruding studs at Għar Lapsi slipway

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the protruding steel studs at the Għar Lapsi slipway have been removed.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 176 of 2022 is hereby CANCELLED

1st November, 2022

Local Notice to Mariners No. 189 of 2022

Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 156 of 2022 regarding survey for proposed cable route for second interconnector – Inshore

Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 156 of 2022

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that the investigative surveys will not be completed within the time as planned. The completion date is therefore being extended to Sunday, 20th November, 2022.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 156 of 2022 is to be amended accordingly.

All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 156 of 2022 will remain valid.

Charts affected: BA 211, 2537

28th October, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 190 of 2022

Further to Local Notice to Mariners No. 182 of 2022 regarding repair works by Enemalta on the interconnector cable

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and operators of vessels, that the vessel CLV Nexans Aurora which will be doing the repair works will be berthed stern to at Dellimara Power Station Quay on the following days.

The berthing of the vessel will take place between Friday, 4th November, 2022 and Saturday, 5th November, 2022, and between Friday, 25th November, 2022 and Monday, 28th November, 2022.

Due to the size and power of the vessel, the area A, B, C, D and the intermediate coastline, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), will have to be kept clear on the above-mentioned dates.

Point    Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

A                     35°50'.026      014°33'.180

B                     35°49'.925      014°33'.007

C                     35°49'.780      014°33'.136

D                     35°49'.870      014°33'.291

Any boats berthed or anchored within the area shown on the attached chart are to be removed during the above-mentioned dates.

Transport Malta will accept no liability whatsoever for any damage caused by the vessel while it is manoeuvring, to any vessel or other property, whether such vessel or property is left within the above-mentioned area.

Mariners are advised to navigate with caution and at slow speed. They shall keep out of the above-mentioned area and, when operating in the vicinity, they shall give the area a wide berth.

Mariners and vessel operators are to comply with instructions and directions issued on VHF Channel 14 and/or 16 by Marsaxlokk VTS.

Charts affected: BA 211B, 211A

28th October, 2022

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Local Notice to Mariners No. 187 of 2022

Filming at Ir-Ramla taċ-Ċirkewwa

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies all mariners and owners of vessels, that filming activities will take place at Ir-Ramla taċ-Ċirkewwa from the approximate position A, as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

The filming will be carried out on Thursday, 27th October, 2022, from 6.00 a.m. till 7.00 p.m.

The filming will be carried out from on a vessel and there will be others assisting during the filming. All vessels are to give them a wide berth during the above-mentioned date and times.

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 whilst filming is taking place in the area.

Mariners navigating in the vicinity of the indicated area on the mentioned date 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

25th October, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 188 of 2022

Water sampling from three different localities round Malta – November 2022

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that Water sampling from three different localities round Malta will be carried out on any days between Tuesday, 1st November, 2022 and Wednesday, 30th November, 2022, from 8.00 a.m. till 5.00 p.m.

The water sampling will be carried out by divers operating from the vessel Żibel at Għar Lapsi, Pembroke and Ċirkewwa as listed below.

At Għar Lapsi:

Divers will carry out sampling over a distance of 100m along the line perpendicular to the coast from point 1A as impact point and over a distance of 100m along the line perpendicular to the coast from points 1B, and 1C as control points.

While from the vessel Żibel samples will be taken from within the area 1D, 1E, 1F, 1G, and 1H, as shown on the chart 1 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Position           Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

1A                   35° 49'.636     014° 25'.145

1B                   35° 50'.034     014° 24'.695

1C                   35° 49'.530     014° 25'.797

1D                   35° 49'.657     014° 24'.892

1E                    35° 49'.252     014° 24'.895

1F                    35° 49'.254     014° 25'.393

1G                   35° 49'.578     014° 25'.390

1H                   35° 49'.659     014° 25'.191

At Pembroke:

Divers will carry out sampling over a distance of 100m along the line perpendicular to the coast from point 2A as impact point and over a distance of 100m along the line perpendicular to the coast from points 2B, and 2C as control points.

While from the vessel Żibel samples will be taken from within the area 2D, 2E, 2F, 2G, and 2H, as shown on the chart 2 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Position           Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

2A                   35° 56'.051     014° 29'.042

2B                   35° 55'.763     014° 29'.605

2C                   35° 56'.301     014° 28'.452

2D                   35° 56'.698     014° 28'.736

2E                    35° 56'.265     014° 28'.739

2F                    35° 55'.943     014° 29'.140

2G                   35° 55'.945     014° 29'.805

2H                   35° 55'.703     014° 29'.800

At Ċirkewwa:

Divers will carry out sampling over a distance of 100m along the line perpendicular to the coast from point 3A as impact point and over a distance of 100m along the line perpendicular to the coast from points 3B, and 3C as control points.

While from the vessel Żibel samples will be taken from within the area 3D, 3E, 3F, 3G, and 3H, as shown on the chart 3 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Position           Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

3A                   35° 59'.228     014° 20'.243

3B                   35° 59'.383     014° 19'.605

3C                   35° 59'.333     014° 20'.896

3D                   35° 59'.440     014° 20'.115

3E                    35° 59'.278     014° 20'.116

3F                    35° 59'.225     014° 20'.250

3G                   35° 59'.225     014° 20'.383

3H                   35° 59'.442     014° 20'.381

During the water sampling the vessel Żibel, will be restricted in her ability to manoeuvre and will display the appropriate lights and shape signals in compliance with the International Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea.

The diving team will be displaying the International Code of Signals flag 'A'  when diving operations are being carried out.

When the above-mentioned vessel is sighted, mariners are instructed to navigate with caution and shall maintain a safe distance of 100m from the vessel and 100m from the divers.

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 36, 211, 2537, 2538

25th October, 2022​

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 183 of 2022

Drilling of boreholes at Għallis

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that drilling of boreholes will be carried at Għallis.

The drilling works will be carried out at points BH1, BH2 and BH3, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

                        Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

BH1                35° 57'.323     014° 26'.527

BH2                35° 57'.502     014° 26'.646

BH3                35° 57'.681     014° 26'.767

The works, which will require one day for every borehole to be completed, will be carried out, on any days, between Monday, 24th October, 2022 and Saturday, 26th November, 2022, depending on the prevailing weather conditions.

The works will be carried out from a barge which will be deploying 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 (No Wake). They are to keep at least 150m away from each position while the works are being carried out.

All masters and operators of vessels navigating off Ras il-Għallis are requested to reduce speed due to the damage any waves generated may cause.

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/or enforcement officers in the area.

Charts affected: BA 2537, 2538

Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM.

21st October, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 184 of 2022

Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 133 of 2022 regarding preparatory work for the laying of the High Voltage Shore Connection at the Grand Harbour

Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 133 of 2022

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that the preparatory work will not be completed within the time as planned. The completion date is therefore being extended to Wednesday, 30th November, 2022.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 133 of 2022 is to be amended accordingly.

All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 133 of 2022 will remain valid.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 167 of 2022 is hereby CANCELLED.

Chart affected: BA 177

21st October, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 185 of 2022

Diving survey (Benthic) within Il-Bajja ta' Marsaxlokk

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that diving (Benthic) surveys will be held within Il-Bajja ta'Marsaxlokk.

There will be two diving surveys which will be held on 2 different days between Monday, 24th October, 2022 and Friday, 25th November, 2022, within the area formed by joining the points A, B, C and D, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Position           Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

A                     35° 50'.066     014° 32'.750

B                     35° 50'.083     014° 32'.750

C                     35° 50'.083     014° 32'.767

D                     35° 50'.066     014° 32'.767

During the first survey the scuba divers will be accompanied by a support vessel which will be displaying the International Code of Signals Flag 'A'.

During the second survey which will be from land, the diving team will be displaying the International Code of Signals Flag 'A' when diving operations are being carried out.

A safety zone of 50m round the survey area 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 vicinity of the above indicated area.

They are to comply with instructions given on VHF Channel 14 and/or 16 by Marsaxlokk VTS.

Chart affected: BA 36

21st October, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 186 of 2022

Reconstruction works on a slipway at Il-Qala

tal-Mistra in Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the public that Reconstruction works on a slipway at Il-Qala tal-Mistra in Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl will start on Monday, 24th October, 2022 and is expected to be completed by Friday, 29th January, 2023.

The area within the imaginary lines A, B, C, D 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° 57'.457     014° 23'.398

B         35° 57'.464     014° 23'.419

C         35° 57'.449     014° 23'.426

D         35° 57'.448     014° 23'.422

Throughout the duration of the works, a silt curtain will be laid within the above-mentioned area.

The work will be carried out from land and will 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

21st October, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 39 of 2022

Departure of JU Rig Topaz Driller

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the JU Rig Topaz Driller has departed from the following position:

Latitude (N)               Longitude (E)

35° 55'.500                014° 49'.500

Notice to Mariners No. 29 of 2022 is hereby CANCELLED.

Position is referred to WGS 84 DATUM.

21st October, 2022

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Local Notice to Mariners No. 179 of 2022

Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 166 of 2022 regarding no hauling or launching from the slipway at Ix-Xatt ta' Ta'Xbiex, Msida

Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 166 of 2022

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that due to unforeseen circumstances the completion date of the project has been delayed. Due to the above, no hauling or launching will be allowed from the slipway until Friday, 21st October, 2022.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 166 of 2022 is to be amended accordingly.

All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 166 of 2022 will remain valid.

Chart affected: BA 177

18th October, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 180 of 2022

Laying of silt curtain next to quay at Ċirkewwa – Comino Berth

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the general public that a silt curtain will be laid next to the quay at Ċirkewwa Comino Berth, in connection with works being carried on the quay.

Due to these works the silt curtain will be laid, approximately 3m from the quay, from point A to point B, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

The silt curtain will be laid on Wednesday, 19th October, 2022, and will be left in position until further notice.

During this period the quay from point A to point B cannot be used due to the silt curtain.

Mariners are to note the above and navigate with caution and at slow speed (no wake). They are to give the area a wide berth of at least 10m. They are to cooperate with the contractor and enforcement officers on site.

All vessels are to comply with any instructions given by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16 and enforcement personnel present.

Chart affected: BA 211

18th October, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 181 of 2022

Repair works on quay at St Paul's Bay

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the general public that repair works will be carried out on the jetty next to Il-Menqa in St Paul's Bay.

The works on the jetty will commence on Monday, 24th October, 2022, and are expected to be completed by Saturday 28th January, 2023.

A silt curtain, approximately 3m from the jetty, will be laid along the imaginary lines A to B, B to C and C to D as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

A safety distance, of at least 5m from the silt curtains, shall be maintained at all times.

Mariners are to note that due to these works the jetty cannot be used from landward and from seaward throughout the duration of the works.

The works will be carried out from land and 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

18th October, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 182 of 2022

Repair works by Enemalta on Interconnector cable

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and operators of vessels, that repair works by Enemalta on the Interconnector cable at Qalet Marku in Baħar iċ-Ċagħaq will be carried out.

Prior to the actual repair works, the salvage of an anchor which is fouling the cable will be carried out by divers between Tuesday, 18th October, 2022 and Friday, 4th November, 2022, they will be assisted by a support vessel which will be displaying the International Code of Signals flag 'A', when diving operations are being carried out.

The actual repair works on the cable will be carried out between Saturday, 5th November, 2022 and Friday, 25th November, 2022, within the area formed by joining the following positions, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt):

Point               Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

A                     35°57'.818      014°27'.584

B                     35°57'.818      014°27'.089

C                    35°56'.983      014°26'.784

D                     35°56'.983      014°27'.324

The repair works will be carried out by the vessel CLV Nexas Aurora which will be restricted in her ability to manoeuvre and will be displaying the appropriate lights and shapes in compliance with the Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea (COLREGS).

Mariners are advised to navigate with caution at slow speed and give the above-mentioned area wide berth when in the vicinity they are to keep out of the above-mentioned area.

Mariners and vessel operators are to comply with instructions and directions issued on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS.

Charts affected: BA 211B, 211A

18th October, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 38 of 2022

Cancellation of Notice to Mariners No 34 of 2022 regarding Giordan Lighthouse, Gozo – UNLIT

Reference is made to BA Chart 2537 – Għawdex (Gozo), Kemmuna (Comino) and the Northern part of Malta.

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners that the Giordan Lighthouse, Gozo mentioned in Notice to Mariners No. 34 of 2022 has been repaired and is functioning properly.

Notice to Mariners No. 34 of 2022 is hereby CANCELLED.

18th October, 2022

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Local Notice to Mariners No. 176 of 2022

Danger due to protruding studs at Għar Lapsi slipway

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that there are protruding steel studs at Għar Lapsi slipway which is in the following approximate position:

Latitude (N)                Longitude (E)

35° 49'.634                 14° 25'.459

Due to damaged wooden strips on the slipway at Għar Lapsi there are a number of steel studs protruding from the concrete which could damage any vessel while it is being launched or taken out of the sea. There is also a danger of injury to anybody that uses the slipway.

Due to the above mariners are advised to use the other slipway or pay special attention while it is being used, until it is repaired.

Chart affected: BA Chart 2538

14th October, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 177 of 2022

Film production – The Last Breath

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies all mariners and vessel operators that filming activities will take place at different localities.

The filming will be carried out either from a vessel or from land, together with underwater filming. A safety distance of 100m is required together with a clear horizon.

Filming will be carried out on the following days and positions from 6.00 a.m. till 8.00 p.m. on each day listed.

From a vessel or underwater:

between Friday, 14th October, 2022 and Saturday, 15th October, 2022,

between Monday, 17th October, 2022 and Wednesday, 19th October, 2022, and

between Monday, 24th October, 2022 and Wednesday, 26th October, 2022.

From land:

Between Thursday, 20th October, 2022 and Friday, 21st October, 2022.

Filming from a vessel or from land will take place at Paradise Bay from positions A, B and C as shown on Chart 1 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

If due to adverse weather conditions filming cannot be held from these positions, it will be held at either of the following positions:

i)  at Mellieħa from position D, as shown on Chart 2 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt),

ii) at Ġnejna from positions E, F, G and H, as shown on Chart 3 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)

iii) at Mġarr ix-Xini from position I, as shown on Chart 4 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) or

iv) at Kemmuna from position J, as shown on Chart 5 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Filming underwater will take place at Armier from positions K, L, M and N, as shown on the chart 6 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt). Divers will be assisted by a vessel which will be displaying the International Code of Signals flag 'A', when diving operations are being carried out.

If due to adverse weather conditions filming cannot be held from these positions, it will be held at either of the following positions:

i) at San Tumas from position O, as shown on the Chart 7 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), or

ii) at Il-Ħofriet from position P and Q, as shown on the Chart 8 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

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, 36

14th October, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 178 of 2022

Underwater activities at Għajn Tuffieħa Bay

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies all mariners, owners of vessels and swimmers, that underwater activities will take place at Il-Bajja ta' Għajn Tuffieħa on Thursday, 20th October, 2022, from 10.00 a.m. till 6.00 p.m.

The activities will take place within the area formed by joining the points A, B, C, and D at Il-Bajja ta' Għajn Tuffieħa, as shown on the Chart 1 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

If the activity cannot be held at Il-Bajja ta' Għajn Tuffieħa it will be held within the area formed by joining the points E, F, G and H at Il-Bajja tal-Imġiebaħ, as shown on the Chart 2 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), on the same date and time.

If the activities cannot be held in any of the locations mentioned above on Thursday, 20th October, 2022, it will be held on Friday, 21st October, 2022, at the same time.

Point               Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

A                     35° 55'.730     014° 20'.451

B                     35° 55'.813     014° 20'.367

C                     35° 55'.899     014° 20'.495

D                     35° 55'.815     014° 20'.580

E                      35° 58'.330     014° 22'.910

F                      35° 58'.261     014° 23'.053

G                     35° 58'.168     014° 22'.985

H                     35° 58'.237     014° 22'.842

Due to these underwater activities, mariners, owners of vessels and swimmers are informed that the above-mentioned areas are to be kept clear from all vessels and swimmers on the dates and times mentioned.

Mariners navigating in the vicinity of the indicated areas on the mentioned dates and times are to keep out of the areas and navigate with caution and slow speed (no wake). They are to keep watch on VHF Channel 12/16 and are to cooperate with the activity organisers and/or enforcement officers in the area.

Any instructions issued on VHF Channel 12/16 by Valletta VTS are to be complied with.

Charts affected: BA 211, 2537, 2538

14th October, 2022

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Local Notice to Mariners No. 175 of 2022

Rolex Middle Sea Race – 2022

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that the Royal Malta Yacht Club will be holding the Rolex Middle Sea Race on Saturday, 22nd October, 2022. In addition, a coastal race will also be held on Wednesday, 19th October, 2022.

The race programme is as follows:

a) Wednesday, 19th October, 2022

The coastal race starts at 10.00 a.m.

The start is from Marsamxett Harbour, at an imaginary line from the tower of Il-Fortizza ta' Tignè to the corner of the bastion on the western side of Il-Fossa in Valletta. When they exit Marsamxett Harbour they will proceed, to Comino and/or Gozo 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 19th October 2022.

b) Saturday, 22nd October 2022

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

A 200m restricted zone is being established around Buoy 1.

The yachts shall then proceed in a north-westerly direction towards St George's Shoals where a second inflatable buoy, bearing the sponsor's logo will be positioned. The buoy shown as 2 on the chart 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

A 200m restricted zone is being established around Buoy 2.

They will follow the course as shown on the 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, 22nd October, 2022 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 Hanżir, in Dockyard Creek, Kalkara Creek and Rinella Bay. (areas are shown on attached chart 1found 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 organizers 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 177, 2537, 2538.

11th October, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 37 of 2022

Amendment to Notice to Mariners No. 33 of 2022 regarding survey for proposed cable route for second interconnector – Offshore

Reference is made to Notice to Mariners No. 33 of 2022.

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that the investigative surveys will not be completed within the time, as planned. The completion date is therefore being extended to Monday, 31st October, 2022.

Notice to Mariners No. 33 of 2022 is to be amended accordingly.

All the other information mentioned in Notice to Mariners No. 33 of 2022 will remain valid.

Charts affected: BA 194, 2123, 2124, 2537, 2538 and Int. 301

11th October, 2022

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Notice to Mariners No. 36 of 2022

Live Firing Practice at Pembroke Ranges – 10th and 12th October 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, 10th October, 2022, and Wednesday ,12th October, 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

7th October, 2022​

Local Notice to Mariners No. 174 of 2022

Filming from Rinella – Malta Film Studios – Hashasheen – Clear Horizon

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and operators of vessels that filming activities will take place at Rinella – Malta Film Studios.

The filming will take place as follows:

On Wednesday, 12th October, 2022, from 6.00 a.m. till 6.00 p.m.

In view of the above a clear horizon is required for filming purposes.

Mariners transiting the area seaward of the Malta Film Studios on the mentioned dates and times are requested to keep watch on VHF Channel 12 and to cooperate with the filming crew and enforcement personnel in the area.

Any instructions given on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS are to be complied with.

Charts affected: BA 177, 2538

4th October, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 35 of 2022

Bathymetric surveying and maintenance dredging at Malta Freeport Terminals

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that bathymetric surveying, and maintenance dredging will be carried out at Malta Freeport Terminals.

The bathymetric surveying and dredging will be carried out within the area enclosed by the magenta imaginary lines at the points A, B, C, D.

The Pre-dredge bathymetric survey will be carried out between Monday, 17th October and Sunday, 23rd October, 2022, whilst the mobilisation of equipment and dredging will commence on 24th October, 2022, onwards.

The dredging works will continue until the Saturday, 1st April, 2023, or until further notice.

Dredger Sea Dragon will be loading the material onto the hopper barges Sea Hopper, San Paolo, and San Carlo which when loaded will sail to the dumping area to dump the dredged material and return to Marsaxlokk Harbour. The work boat Betty will be assisting during the dredging.

Mariners are to keep a sharp lookout and navigate at slow speed when in the vicinity and give the above-mentioned vessels a wide berth when sighted.

They are to obey any instructions that are issued by Marsaxlokk Port Control (Marsaxlokk VTS) on VHF Channel 14 and the organisers.

Chart affected: BA 36

4th October, 2022

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Local Notice to Mariners No. 170 of 2022

Fireworks Display from the Foreshore

off Il-Fortizza Manoel

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that two 3-minute fireworks displays will be let off from the foreshore of Il-Fortizza Manoel on Friday, 30th September, 2022 and 1st October, 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 displays 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 dates and times.

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.

Transport Malta will accept no liability whatsoever for any damage caused by the firework displays to any vessel or other property, whether such vessel or property is left within the 200m safety zone, or outside such safety zone, from the point from which the fireworks are let off.

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

30th September, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 171 of 2022

Diving in Grand Harbour in conjunction with the Translocation of Cladocora Colonies

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that diving operations will be taking place next to Il- Ponta ta` Bighi – Kalkara and between Xatt ir-Risq and Dock No1 – Bormla.

The diving operations will take place, between Wednesday, 4th and Thursday, 12th October, 2022 from 10.00 a.m. till 3.00 p.m., within the areas:

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

Il-Ponta ta' Bighi (point Z).

Positions are shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)

A diving support vessel 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 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS or any Enforcement Personnel on site.

Chart affected: BA 177

30th September, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 172 of 2022

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 the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)

The activities will be held as follows:

On Saturday, 8th October, 2022, from 8.30 a.m. till 6.00 p.m. and

On Sunday, 9th October, 2022, 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 information 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 Regattas.

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.

30th September, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 173 of 2022

Roberts Cup – Como to Malta Seaplane Rally – 2022 – Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners 169 of 2022

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that the Malta Seaplanes Association in collaboration with Aero Club Como will be organising the Roberts Cup – Como to Malta Seaplanes Rally between Sunday, 2nd October, 2022 and Monday, 3rd October, 2022. Part of the rally will be held in the Grand Harbour, Qalet Marku and il-Fliegu ta' Kemmuna.

The flying displays over the Grand Harbour, Qalet Marku and il-Fliegu ta' Kemmuna will be held from 10.00 a.m. till 1.00 p.m. and from 3.00 p.m. till 5.00 p.m.

All timings are in Local Time.

The displays will consist mainly of landing and take-off maneuvers and will be held within the area A, B, C and D, as shown hatched in magenta on the charts found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt). Mariners are hereby informed that during the dates and times mentioned above traffic movements may be restricted.

Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) will be managing the movement of vessels, on VHF channel 12 with respect to the Grand Harbour.

Mariners are to navigate with caution and to keep a sharp lookout when in the vicinity to the above-mentioned area. They are to obey any instructions that are issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF channel 12, and Maritime Enforcement vessels in the area.

Positions are in WGS 84 Datum.

Charts affected: BA Charts 211A, 177, 2538.

30th September, 2022​

Local Notice to Mariners No. 168 of 2022

Masters Beach Water-Polo Fundraising

Charity Event - 2022

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, would like to notify mariners that a group of ex-National Team water-polo players will be organising a one-day fundraising charity event at Blue Lagoon in Comino. The event will be held on Saturday, 1st October, 2022 from 9.00 a.m. till 3.00 p.m.

For the event a makeshift water-polo pitch at Blue Lagoon will be set up within the area formed by joining the points A, B, C and D, as shown on the chart 1 for the Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Position           Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

A                     36° 00'.788     014° 19'.376

B                     36° 00'.792     014° 19'.388

C                     36° 00'.778     014° 19'.397

D                     36° 00'.773     014° 19'.385

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 area formed by joining the points E, F, G and H, as shown on the chart 2 for the Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Position           Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

E                      36° 01'.027     014° 19'.741

F                      36° 01'.024     014° 19'.754

G                     36° 01'.008     014° 19'.750

H                     36° 01'.011     014° 19'.737

or at Mġarr ix-Xini Bay, Gozo within the area formed by joining the points I, J, K and L, as shown on the chart 3 for the Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Position           Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

I                       36° 01'.206     014° 16'.280

J                       36° 01'.214     014° 16'.290

K                     36° 01'.202     014° 16'.304

L                      36° 01'.195     014° 16'.294

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 8th October 2022, at the same time, in either one of the above-mentioned localities.

All vessels navigating within the bays are requested to keep a sharp lookout, navigate with caution and at slow speed, and give the water-polo pitch a wide berth.

Charts effected: BA 211A, 2537

27th September, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 169 of 2022

Roberts Cup – Como to Malta Seaplane Rally - 2022

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that the Malta Seaplanes Association in collaboration with Aero Club Como will be organising the Roberts Cup – Como to Malta Seaplanes Rally between Friday, 30th September, 2022 and Sunday, 2nd October, 2022. Part of the rally will be held in the Grand Harbour, Qalet Marku and il-Fliegu ta' Kemmuna.

The flying displays over the Grand Harbour will be held as follows:

On Friday, 30th September, 2022 from 4.00 p.m. till 5.00 p.m.

On Saturday, 1st October, 2022 from 10.00 a.m. till 1.00 p.m.

On Sunday, 2nd October, 2022 from 10.00 a.m. till 1.00 p.m.

The flying displays over Qalet Marku and il-Fliegu ta' Kemmuna will be held as follows:

On Saturday, 1st October, 2022 from 3.00 p.m. till 5.00 p.m.

On Sunday, 2nd October, 2022 from 3.00 p.m. till 5.00 p.m.

All timings are in Local Time.

The displays will consist mainly of landing and take-off maneuvers and will be held within the area A, B, C and D, as shown hatched in magenta on the charts found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt). Mariners are hereby informed that during the dates and times mentioned above traffic movements may be restricted.

Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) will be managing the movement of vessels, on VHF channel 12 with respect to the Grand Harbour.

Mariners are to navigate with caution and to keep a sharp lookout when in the vicinity to the above-mentioned area. They are to obey any instructions that are issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF channel 12, and Maritime Enforcement vessels in the area.

Positions are in WGS 84 Datum.

Charts affected: BA Charts 211A, 177, 2538.

27th September, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 34 of 2022

Giordan Lighthouse, Gozo - UNLIT

Reference is made to BA Chart 2537 – Ghawdex (Gozo), Kemmuna (Comino) and the Northern part of Malta.

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the light of Giordan Lighthouse in Gozo, flashing 1 every 7.5 seconds, in the following position:

Latitude (N)               Longitude (E)

36º 04'.330                 014º 13'.100

Is UNLIT.

Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM

Charts affected: BA 2537, 194, 2123, 2124

27th September, 2022​

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 167 of 2022

Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 133 of 2022 regarding preparatory work for the laying of the high voltage shore connection at the Grand Harbour

Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 133 of 2022.

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that the preparatory work will not be completed within the time as planned. The completion date is therefore being extended to Saturday 22nd October, 2022.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 133 of 2022 is to be amended accordingly.

All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 133 of 2022 will remain valid.

Chart affected: BA 177

23rd September, 2022

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Local Notice to Mariners No. 164 of 2022

Raft Moored at Il-Qala tal-Mistra – Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a Camp-A-Float will be held at il-Qala tal-Mistra – Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl.

The Camp-A-Float consists of a man-made raft complete with a tent on board.

Weather permitting the raft will be moored at il-Qala tal-Mistra – Il Bajja ta' San Pawl, at either point 'A' or point 'B' depending on wind direction, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), between Friday, 23rd September, 2022, at 3.00 p.m., and Sunday, 25th September, 2022, at 1.00 pm.

            Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

A         35° 57'.454     014° 23'.446

B         35° 57'.543     014° 23'.418

As the Camp-A-Float will have persons on board and will be moored in position during hours of darkness, an all-round white light, positioned where it can best be seen, shall be exhibited from sunset to sunrise and in any circumstance of restricted visibility.

All vessels navigating within the bay are requested to keep a sharp lookout, navigate with caution and at slow speed and give the raft a wide berth.

Charts affected: BA 211, 2537 and 2538

20th September, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 165 of 2022

Fireworks Display from the Foreshore off Il-Fortizza Manoel – 24th September, 2022

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a 15-minute fireworks display will be let off from the foreshore of Il-Fortizza Manoel on Saturday 24th September, 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'.086     014° 30'.303

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 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.

Transport Malta will accept no liability whatsoever for any damage caused by the firework displays to any vessel or other property, whether such vessel or property is left within the 60m safety zone, or outside such safety zone, from the point from which the fireworks are let off.

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

20th September, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 166 of 2022

No hauling or launching from the slipway at Ix-Xatt  Ta' Xbiex, Msida

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the general public that works closer to the slipway at Ix-Xatt Ta' Xbiex, will be carried out.

Due to such works, the slipway shown by a red circle on the attached chart and centred on the below position, will not be accessable, therefore no hauling or launching will be allowed from Monday, 3rd October to Saturday, 17th October, 2022.

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

20th September, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 160 of 2022

Malta – Gozo – Malta Open Water Swimming Competition – 2022

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a Malta – Gozo – Malta Open Water Swimming Competition will be held on Saturday, 17th September 2022.

Malta – Gozo – Malta

A group of participants will depart from Ir-Ramla tal-Bir (Malta), point A on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), at approximately 6.30 a.m. They will swim to the east of Comino and then to Il-Ġebla tal-Ħalfa (Gozo), point B as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) and back to Ir-Ramla tal-Bir (Malta) point A as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Gozo - Malta

Another group of participants will depart from Il-Bajja ta' Ħondoq ir-Rummien (Gozo), point C on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), at approximately 8.15 a.m. They will also swim to the east of Comino and finish at Ir-Ramla tal-Bir (Malta), point A on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

The swims are to be completed by 11.30 a.m.

Position           Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

A                     35° 59'.248     014° 20'.691

B                     36° 01'.745     014° 19'.871

C                     36° 01'.665     014° 19'.353

Individual support vessels will accompany participating swimmers. In addition, there will be a number of stationary vessels providing support. Support vessels will be displaying a white and blue flag. There will also be a number of individual swimmers who will also be equipped with a red torpedo float.

Il-Fliegu ta' Kemmuna will be restricted to navigation from 6.00 a.m. till 7.30 a.m.

Il-Fliegu ta' Għawdex will be restricted to navigation from 7.30 a.m. till 9.15 a.m. and Il-Fliegu ta' Kemmuna will be restricted to navigation from 9.15 a.m. till 11.30 a.m.

Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate at slow speed and keep well clear of the area during the stipulated time giving the swimmers and support vessels a wide berth. They are to obey any instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12 and maritime enforcement assets in the area.

Charts affected: BA 211A, 2537 and 2538

16th September, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 161 of 2022

Raft Moored at Daħlet il-Fekruna – Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that the Mosta Scout Group will be holding a Camp-A-Float at Daħlet il-Fekruna – St. Paul's Bay.

The Camp-A-Float consists of a man-made raft complete with a tent on board.

Weather permitting the raft will be moored at Dahlet il-Fekruna – Il Bajja ta' San Pawl, as indicated in position 'A', on the chart 1 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), between Friday 23rd September, 2022, at 4.00 p.m., and Sunday 25th September, 2022, at 2.00 p.m.

In case of bad weather conditions, this event will take place at Ir-Ramla tat-Torri, Armier, as indicated in position 'B', on chart 2 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), on the same dates and time.

All vessels navigating within the bay are requested to keep a sharp lookout, navigate with caution and at slow speed, and give the raft a wide berth.

Charts affected: BA 211A, 211B, 2537 and 2538

16th September, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 162 of 2022

Seabed clean-up at Tigné Point

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a seabed clean-up operation by divers, will take place at Tigné Point in Marsamxett Harbour.

The clean-up will be held within the area A, B, C, D and the intermediate coastline, as shown in red on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), on Saturday 24th September, 2022, from 9.00 a.m. till 2.00 p.m.

No vessel will be allowed to enter the indicated area on the above-mentioned date and time.

Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate with extreme caution and at slow speed when in the vicinity of the area, 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 officers on site.

Chart affected: BA 177

16th September, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 163 of 2022

Diving survey with handheld video camera at Il-Bajja ta' Marsaxlokk

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that a diving survey with handheld video camera at Il-Bajja ta' Marsaxlokk.

The diving survey will be held between Tuesday, 20th September, 2022 and Saturday, 24th September, 2022, within the area formed by joining the imaginary lines between the points A, B, C, D and the intermediate coastline, as shown in red on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

The actual survey will last 1 day and will be held from 9.00 a.m. till 2.00 p.m.

Position           Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

A                     35° 49'.775     014° 32'.591

B                     35° 49'.607     014° 32'.727

C                     35° 49'.645     014° 32'.780

D                     35° 49'.760     014° 32'.682

The survey will be carried out by scuba divers who will be accompanied by the support vessel 'S25214' which will be displaying the International Code of Signals flag 'A' when diving operations are being carried out.

A safety zone of 100m round the support vessel 'S25214' 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 14 and/or 16 by Marsaxlokk VTS.

Chart affected: BA 36

16th September, 2022

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Local Notice to Mariners No. 159 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, 17th September, 2022 and Sunday, 18th September, 2022.

The activity will take place in St Paul's Bay and its 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 within the above-mentioned area to indicate the racecourse. The buoys are expected to be laid from 8.00 a.m. till 6.00 p.m., on all days of the activity.

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.

13th September, 2022

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TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 155 of 2022

Swimming event from Għar Lapsi to round Filfla and back to Għar Lapsi

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, would like to notify mariners that a swimming event will be organised on Saturday, 10th September, 2022.

The first group of participants will swim from Għar Lapsi to round Filfla and back to Għar Lapsi, they will depart from Għar Lapsi point A, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), at 5.30 a.m. The participants are then expected to arrive back at Għar Lapsi, at approximately 10.30 a.m.

There will be another group of participants that will swim from Filfla to Għar Lapsi, they will depart from Filfla point B, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), at 7.30 a.m. and are expected to arrive at Għar Lapsi point A, at approximately 10.30 a.m.

The participating swimmers will be accompanied by kayaks and rhibs which can afford medical support. There will be an ambulance on standby at the finishing point at Għar Lapsi.

Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate with extreme caution and at slow speed (no wake) when in the vicinity, on the stipulated date and time. They are to 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 officials on site.

Charts affected: BA 2538

6th September, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 156 of 2022

Survey for proposed Cable Route for Second Interconnector – Inshore

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that several types of investigative surveys will be carried out for the proposed second interconnector between Malta and Sicily.

These investigative surveys will be carried out by the vessel Wilfred and her ancillary underwater survey equipment.

Weather permitting, the survey is planned to be carried out between Tuesday, 13th September, 2022, and Saturday, 22nd October, 2022, within the area A, B, C and D as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt):

Position           Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

A                     35° 57'.229     14° 26'.304

B                     35° 57'.959     14° 26'.843

C                     35° 57'.875     14° 26'.014

D                     35° 57'.126     14° 26'.461

Since the vessel MV Wilfred will be towing different types of equipment and, may at times be stationery, she will be restricted in her ability to manoeuvre and will be displaying the appropriate signals in compliance with the International Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at sea.

Mariners are instructed to navigate with caution and to maintain a safe distance of 100m from the vessel Wilfred when it is detected or sighted.

Mariners are also notified to comply with any instructions issued on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS.

Charts affected: BA 211, 2537

6th September, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 157 of 2022

Filming Production at Id-Daħla tar-Rinella – Das Boot IV

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies all mariners and owners of vessels, that filming activities will take place at Il-Bajja ta' Bighi including Id-Daħla tar-Rinella in Il-Port il-Kbir.

The filming will take place within the area formed by joining the points A, B, C, D, E, F, G, and the intermediate coastline, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Point   Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

A                     35° 53'.897     014° 31'.410

B                     35° 53'.864     014° 31'.393

C                     35° 53'.799     014° 31'.377

D                     35° 53'.752     014° 31'.382

E                      35° 53'.679     014° 31'.399

F                      35° 53'.640     014° 31'.421

G                     35° 53'.619     014° 31'.441

The filming will be held on the following dates and times:

Wednesday, 14th September, 2022, between 6.00 a.m. u and 8.00 p.m.,

Thursday, 15th September, 2022, between 6.00 a.m. and 8.00 p.m.,

Friday, 16th September, 2022, between 6.00 a.m. and 8.00 p.m. and

Saturday, 17th September, 2022, between 3.00 p.m. and 5.00 a.m. of Sunday, 18th September, 2022.

The vessels 'Maria C' and 'Alapoppy' will be used during the filming and are to be given a wide berth.

Due to this filming, mariners and owners of vessels are informed that the above-mentioned area is to be kept clear from all vessels and no vessel will be allowed to enter or berth alongside any quay or jetty within the area from Tuesday, 13th September, 2022, in the morning, up to Sunday, 18th September, 2022, at 5.00 a.m.

Any vessels found within the area on the above-mentioned dates and times will be removed at the expense of the owner. No liability whatsoever will be accepted by the Authority for any damage that may be caused while removing the said vessels.

Mariners navigating in the vicinity of the indicated area on the mentioned dates and times are to navigate with caution and slow speed (no wake). They are to keep watch on VHF Channel 12/16 and are to cooperate with the filming crew and/or enforcement officers in the area.

Any instructions issued on VHF channel 12/16 by Valletta VTS are to be complied with.

Chart affected: BA 177

6th September, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 158 of 2022

8th September Regatta in Grand Harbour – Valletta

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that the 8 September Regatta will be held in the Grand Harbour. Sinkers and marker buoys will be laid as follows:

1. On Wednesday, 7th September, 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, 8th September, 2022, as 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 the 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, 8th September, 2022.

4. The sinkers and marker buoys mentioned in 1 above will then be removed on Friday, 9th September, 2022.

5. The port hand lateral mark placed at the following coordinates below Il-Ponta tal-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. 8th September. 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 the 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' mention 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, 8th September, 2022, between 8.00 a.m. and 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

6th September, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 153 of 2022

Fireworks Displays Grand Harbour – Senglea Feast 2022

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that firework displays will be let off from three (3) barges, located next to each other and moored 200m off Il-Ponta ta' Bighi, centred on position Y, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) on the following dates and time:

Position           Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

Y                     35°53'.632      014°31'.281

The firework displays will be let off on the following dates and times:

On Sunday, 4th September, 2022, between 8.00 a.m. and 8.20 a.m., between 10.15 a.m. and 10.45 a.m., between noon and 12.20 p.m. and between 8.45 p.m. and 9.30 p.m.;

On Monday, 5th September 2022, between 8.00 a.m. and 8.20 a.m., between noon and 12.20 p.m. and between 8.30 p.m. and 9.15 p.m.;

On Tuesday, 6th September, 2022, between 8.00 a.m. and 8.20 a.m., between noon and 12.20 p.m. and between 9.45 p.m. and 10.45 p.m.;

On Wednesday, 7th September, 2022, between 8.15 a.m. and 9.30 a.m., between noon and 12.20 p.m., between 6.00 p.m. and 7.00 p.m. and between 9.30 p.m. and 11.30 p.m.;

On Thursday, 8th September, 2022, between 8.00 a.m. and 8.20 a.m., between 10.45 a.m. and 11.15 a.m., between noon and 12.30 p.m., and between 7.00 p.m. and 10.00 p.m.

The barges being used are 'B 17', 'Hull 137' and 'Hull 188'.

Between Monday, 30th August, 2022, and Friday, 2nd September, 2022, the barges will be shifted from their respective shipyards to Boiler Wharf. The barges will then be shifted from Boiler Wharf and moored in position on Friday, 2nd September, 2022. They will be left in position during the night and will be lit.

The barges will be removed from the moored position on Friday, 9th September, 2022.

A wide berth of 200 meters is requested from the barges on these days as the barges will be loaded with fireworks.

Fireworks will be loaded onto the vessel 'S14927' at It-Toqba tal-Birgu and transported to the barges from 6.30 a.m., every day between Saturday, 3rd September, 2022 and Thursday, 8th September, 2022.

Transport Malta will accept no liabilities whatsoever for any damage caused to vessels that are left within the 200m safety zone from the barges.

Mariners are to navigate with caution and slow speed. They are to obey any instructions and directions issued on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS and any enforcement officers on site.

Chart affected BA Chart 177.

2nd September, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 154 of 2022

Fireworks Displays from the Foreshore off Il-Fortizza Manoel – 8th September, 2022

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that  that a 3-minute fireworks display will be let off from the foreshore of Il-Fortizza Manoel on Thursday 8th September, 2022. The display will be centred at Point A, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) on the following dates and time:

Position           Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

A                     35° 54'.203     14° 30'.425

The fireworks will be let off between 11.30 p.m. and 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 attached chart are to be removed during the above-mentioned date and time.

Transport Malta will accept no liability whatsoever for any damage caused by the firework displays to any vessel or other property, whether such vessel or property is left within the 200m safety zone, or outside such safety zone, from the point from which the fireworks are let off.

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

2nd September, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 151 of 2022

Fireworks Displays in St Julians Bay – San Girgor (Tas-Sliema)

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that firework displays in connection with the feast of St Gregory will be let off from the jetty at point A as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) on the following dates and time:

Position           Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

A                     35° 54'.931     014° 29'.818

On Saturday, 3rd September, 2022, from 10.15 p.m. till 10.45 p.m.,

On Sunday, 4th September, 2022, from 9.00 p.m. till 9.15 p.m.

All vessels and bathers are warned to keep clear and maintain a minimum distance of not less than 100 meters from the jetty (as shown on the attached chart) during the above-mentioned displays.

Vessels moored within 100 metres from point A as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) are to be removed and the area kept clear during the displays. The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, will accept no liabilities whatsoever, for any vessels that are not removed from 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 officials in the area.

Chart affected BA 177

30th August, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 152 of 2022

Fireworks Display from the Foreshore off Fortizza Manoel – 3rd September, 2022

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a 5-minute fireworks display will be let off from the foreshore of Fortizza Manoel on Saturday, 3rd September, 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:

Position           Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

A                     35° 54'.223     14° 30'.469

The fireworks display will take place between 10.00 p.m. and 10.30 p.m.

In view of the above, mariners are advised to keep 150 metres away from point A on the above-mentioned date and time.

Any boats berthed or anchored 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. The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, will accept no liabilities whatsoever, for any vessels that are not removed from the area on 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

30th August, 2022

Local Notice to Mariners No. 143 of 2022

Seabed clean-up at Id-Daħla tad-Dockyard, Senglea side – August 2022

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a seabed clean-up operation by divers, will take place, in id-Daħla tad-Dockyard – Senglea side.

The clean-up, which will be held within the area as shown in red on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), will be held on Tuesday, 30th August, 2022, from 1.00 p.m. till 6.30 p.m.

No vessel will be allowed to enter the indicated area on the abovementioned date and time.

Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate with extreme caution and at slow speed when in the vicinity of the area, 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 officers on site.

Chart affected: BA 177

26th August, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 145 of 2022

Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 139 of 2022 re Scuttling of the M/T Hephaestus at Xatt l-Aħmar – Gozo

Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 139 of 2022.

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that the scuttling of the M/T Hephaestus at Xatt l-Aħmar, Gozo, will not be held as planned due to unforeseen circumstances. The scuttling date has been moved to Monday, 29th August, 2022, and with an alternative date of Tuesday, 30th August, 2022.

Due to the above, the sinkers for special mark navigational aids with lights will now be laid on Friday, 26th August, 2022.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 139 of 2022 is to be amended accordingly.

All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 139 of 2022 will remain valid.

Chart affected: BA 177

26th August, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 146 of 2022

Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 56 of 2022 regarding zones reserved for swimmers in Malta and Gozo

Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 56 of 2022.

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that the launch lane shown on chart 50 has been removed. Therefore, the whole area mentioned in the notice under item 50 is to be all a swimmer zone, as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Local Notice to Mariners No. 56 of 2022 is to be amended accordingly.

All the other information and conditions mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 56 of 2022 will remain valid.

Chart affected: BA 177

26th August, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 147 of 2022

Upgrading work on Pinto Wharf 4 and 5 and part of Lascaris Wharf in Il-Port il-Kbir

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the general public that upgrading work on Pinto Wharf 4 and 5 and part of Lascaris Wharf in Il-Port il-Kbir, will be carried out.

The works will start on Thursday, 1st September and are expected to be completed by the end of July, 2023.

The area formed by joining the points A, B, C, D and the intermediate coastline as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) will be a No Entry area.

Point   Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

A                     35° 53'.652     014° 30'.801

B                     35° 53'.621     014° 30'.828

C                     35° 53'.504     014° 30'.653

D                     35° 53'.542     014° 30'.619

A silt curtain will be laid within the above area and will be shifted depending on the area that is being working upon; its position will have marked by marker buoys with orange flashing lights.

The following vessels will be used:

Safety boat,

Workboat/tugs,

Jack-up barges carrying different equipment,

Dredger, and

Barges to transport material.

Only vessels involved in these works are permitted to enter the above-mentioned area, no vessel will be permitted to use Pinto Wharves 4 and 5, except those involved in the works.

Where the work requires the assistance of divers; the International Code of Signals Flag 'A' will be displayed while diving operations are being carried out.

A safety distance of 50m is to be kept where possible.

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 36, 2538

26th August, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 148 of 2022

Raft moored at Qala ta' Baħar iċ-Ċagħaq

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that the Stella Maris College Scout Group will be holding a Camp-A-Float at Qala ta' Baħar iċ-Ċagħaq.

The Camp-A-Float consists of a man-made raft complete with a tent on board.

Weather permitting the raft will be moored at Qala ta' Baħar iċ-Ċagħaq at position 'A' as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt),  between Wednesday, 7th September, 2022, at 6.00 p.m., and Sunday, 11th September, 2022, at noon.

            Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

A         35° 56'.493     014° 27'.070

All vessels navigating within the bay are requested to keep a sharp lookout, navigate with caution and at slow speed, and give the raft a wide berth.

Instructions and directions given on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS and any Enforcement Agency are to be complied with.

Charts affected: BA 2537 and 2538

26th August, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 149 of 2022

10 Knots Speed Restriction Buoy at Marsalforn – Missing

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the 10 Knots Speed Restriction Buoy at Marsalforn Flashing Yellow every 4 seconds in the following position:

            Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

            36º 04'.564     14º 15'.843

Is MISSING

Mariners are to note the above and give a wide berth.

Chart affected: BA 211, 2537

26th August, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 150 of 2022

Filming from Rinella – Malta Film Studios – Das Boot IV – Clear Horizon

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and operators of vessels, that filming activities will take place at Rinella – Malta Film Studios.

The filming will take place as follows:

On Thursday, 1st September, 2022, from 7.00 a.m. till 7.00 p.m.,

On Friday, 2nd September, 2022, from 7.00 a.m. till 7.00 p.m.,

On Saturday, 3rd September, 2022, from 7.00 a.m. till 7.00 p.m.,

On Monday, 5th September, 2022, from 7.00 a.m. till 7.00 p.m.,

On Tuesday, 6th September, 2022, from 8.00 a.m. till 5.00 p.m.,

On Wednesday, 7th September, 2022, from 5.30 p.m. till 5.00 a.m. of Thursday morning,

On Friday, 9th September, 2022, from 6.30 p.m. till 4.00 a.m. of Saturday morning, and

On Saturday, 10th September, 2022, from 6.30 p.m. till 4.00 a.m. of Sunday morning.

In view of the above a clear horizon is required for filming purposes.

Mariners transiting the area seaward of the Malta Film Studios on the mentioned dates and times are requested to keep watch on VHF Channel 12 and to cooperate with the filming crew and enforcement personnel in the area.

Any instructions given on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS are to be complied with.

Charts affected: BA 177, 2538

26th August, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 33 of 2022

Survey for proposed cable route for second interconnector – Offshore

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that several types of investigative surveys will be carried out for the proposed second interconnector between Malta and Sicily.

These investigative surveys will be carried out by the vessel Urbano Monti and her ancillary equipment.

Weather permitting the surveys are planned to commence on Wednesday, 24th August, 2022 (on the Sicily side) and are expected to be completed by Monday 10th October, 2022.

The route between the limit of the Malta Continental Shelf point G and where it meets the inshore part (off Ras il-Għallis) point A, will be along the following coordinates:

Turning Point            Latitude (N)   Longitude (E)

A (off Ras il-Għallis)             35° 57'.854   014° 26'.882

B                                  36° 00'.401   014° 28'.156

C                                  36° 02'.402   014° 28'.519

D                                  36° 05'.581   014° 26'.774

E                                  36° 14'.059   014° 31'.963

F                                   36° 16'.591   014° 32'.152

G                                  36° 22'.767   014° 31'.742

(Malta –                     

Continental Shelf)      

Since the vessel will be towing different types of equipment and, may at times be stationery, she will be restricted in her ability to manoeuvre.

Appropriate signals in accordance with the Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea (COLREGS) and the International Code of Signals, will be exhibited accordingly.

Mariners are instructed to navigate with caution and to maintain a safe distance of 0.75 nautical miles from the vessel Urbano Monti when it is detected or sighted.

When crossing the channel between Sicily and Malta, all vessels are to comply with any instructions given on VHF channel 69 and/or 16 by Malta Coastal Station (Malta VTS) and on VHF channel 12 by Valletta VTS.

Charts affected: BA 194, 2123, 2124, 2537, 2538 and Int. 301

26th August, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 139 of 2022

Scuttling of the MT Hephaestus at Xatt l-Aħmar – Gozo

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the MT Hephaestus is to be scuttled off Xatt l-Aħmar, Gozo, on Thursday, 25th August, 2022, with an alternative date on Friday, 26th August, 2022.

Preparatory works will be carried out on Wednesday, 24th August, 2022, by the vessels Seabuffalo and Seawolf II. The works will involve the laying of two (2) sinkers for special mark navigational aids with lights, in the following positions. Diving will not be permitted on the wreck MV Cominoland between 11.00 a.m. and 4.00 p.m. All divers to stay clear of the area.

            Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

            36° 01'.100     014° 17'.350

            36° 00'.950     014° 17'.250

On Thursday, 25th August, 2022, the MT Hephaestus will be towed by the tug Seabuffalo and escorted by the tug Seawolf II from Cassar Shipyard in the Grand Harbour to Xatt l-Aħmar in Gozo, where it will be scuttled in the position as seen on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

            Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

            36° 01'.000     014° 17'.300

Only authorised vessels will be permitted within the 200m safety zone from the scuttling position. NO DIVING is permitted off the whole of Xatt L-Ahmar on Thursday, 25th August, 2022, from 11.00 a.m. onwards, until the area has been deemed safe for diving.

Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate with extreme caution and at slow speed (no wake) when the towed vessel is spotted, and they are to keep a safety distance of 200m throughout the towing and scuttling operation.

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 officials on site.

Charts affected: BA 177, 2537, 2538, 211

23rd August, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 140 of 2022

Diving Surveys along Pinto Wharves 3, 4 and 5 at Il-Port il-Kbir

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that a diving surveys will be held along Pinto wharves 3, 4 and 5 at Il-Port il-Kbir.

The diving surveys will be held between Monday, 22nd August, 2022, and Tuesday, 23rd August, 2022, depending on wharf availability. The surveys will be carried out along the wharves from point A to point B, as shown in red on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

The diving team will be assisted from personnel on land and there will be displayed the International Code of Signals Flag 'A', when diving operations are being carried out.

A safety zone of 20m from the above-mentioned area 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 close to 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

23rd August, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 141 of 2022

Fireworks Display – St Dominic Liturgical Feast – Vittoriosa

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that fireworks display in connection with the St. Dominic Liturgical feast, Vittoriosa, will be let off from foreshore beneath Il-Fortizza Sant'Anġlu from point A as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) on the following date and times:

Position           Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

A                     35° 53'.570     014° 31'.107

On Tuesday, 23rd August, 2022, from 7.30 p.m. till 7.55 p.m.

On Thursday, 25th August, 2022, from 8.00 a.m. till 8.10 a.m., from noon till 12.10 p.m., and from 8.30 p.m. till 8.50 p.m.

On Friday, 26th August, 2022, from 8.00 a.m. till 8.10 a.m., from noon till 12.10 p.m., from 8.30 p.m. till 8.50 p.m., and from 10.30 p.m. till 10.50 p.m.

On Saturday, 27th August, 2022, from 9.30 a.m. till 9.50 a.m., from noon till 12.10 p.m., from 6.30 p.m. till 6.50 p.m., and from 9.00 p.m. till 9.30 p.m.

On Sunday, 28th August, 2022 from 8.00 a.m. till 8.10 a.m., from 10.30 a.m. till 10.40 a.m., from noon till 12.10 p.m., from 5.30 p.m. till 6.15 p.m., and from 9.00 p.m. till 9.45 p.m.

In view of the above, mariners are informed that navigation within 200 meters from the above-mentioned position, point A as shown on attached chart, in the Grand Harbour will be prohibited during the date and times of the firework 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 firework 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 officials in the area.

Chart affected: BA Chart 177

23rd August, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 142 of 2022

Fireworks Display in St Julian's Bay – Feast of St Julian 2022

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that firework displays in connection with the feast of St Julian will be let off from the breakwater (known as Il-Pont tal-Banis) and from six (6) pontoons moored in St Julian's Bay.

The fireworks display will be let of from both the breakwater (known as il-Pont tal-Banis) point A and the 6 pontoons which will be moored along the imaginary line between points B and C, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Position           Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

A                     35° 55'.123     014° 29'.575

B                     35° 55'.075     014° 29'.721

C                     35° 55'.043     014° 29'.710

The firework displays will take place on the following dates and times:

On Saturday, 27th August, 2022, from noon till 12.15 p.m., and from 9.45 p.m. till 10.45 p.m.

On Sunday, 28th August, 2022 from noon till 12.15 p.m. and from 9.00 p.m. till 9.30 p.m.

The pontoons will be moored in position, on each day, from 11.00 a.m. till 1.00 p.m. and later from 7.00 p.m. until 1 hour after the displays are completed.

All vessels and bathers are warned to keep well clear and maintain a safe distance of not less than 60 metres from the breakwater (known as Il-Pont tal-Banis) and 150m from the pontoons. Any vessels moored within these areas are to be removed by 7.00 p.m. and returned after the displays finish, on both days.

Mariners are to obey instructions and directions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS and any enforcement officials in the area.

Chart affected: BA 177

23rd August, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 137 of 2022

Filming at Xlendi Bay, Gozo – Madam Blanc

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies all mariners and owners of vessels, that filming activities will take place at Il-Bajja tax-Xlendi, Għawdex from approximate position A, as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

The filming will be carried out on Tuesday, 23rd August, 2022 from 8.00 a.m. till 10.00 p.m.

The RHIBs 'Siraris 1' and 'Abbot', will be assisting during the filming, all vessels are to give them a wide berth during the above-mentioned date and times.

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 whilst filming is taking place in the area.

Mariners navigating in the vicinity of the indicated area on the mentioned date 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

19th August, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 32 of 2022

Chart Correction – new Submarine Power Cable – Ċirkewwa

Reference is made to BA Chart 211A – Malta

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that new submarine power cable has been laid in Ċirkewwa.

                                    Latitude (N)   Longitude (E)

Insert:

Submarine

Power Cable,

joining:                       35° 59'.373    014° 19'.690

                                    35° 59'.374    014° 19'.635

                                    35° 59'.379    014° 19'.619

                                    35° 59'.391    014° 19'.602

                                    35° 59'.382    014° 19'.578

Chart affected: BA 211A

Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM

19th August, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 133 of 2022

Preparatory work for the laying of the High Voltage Shore Connection at the Grand Harbour

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the general public about the preparatory work for the laying of a cable for the High Voltage Shore to Ship Connection Service at the Grand Harbour.

The preparatory work will commence from a location close to Bridge Wharf. Works are to start with immediate effect and are expected to be completed by Monday, 12th September, 2022.

A silt curtain will be laid along the imaginary line joining points A, B, C and D as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

A number of marker buoys will be laid as shown, in blue, on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt). The marker buoys at points B and C will be lit up during the night. A safety distance of 10m round the silt curtain is being requested.

The work will be carried out from on the barge BEZZ V which will be moored within the silt curtain; a work boat will also be assisting.

Due to the silt curtain, part of the quay cannot be used during this period.

Some of the works will be carried out by scuba divers. Appropriate signals in accordance with the Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at sea (COLREGS) and the International Code of Signals, will be exhibited accordingly.

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 and to co-operate with the contractor on site.

Chart affected: BA 177

12th August, 2022

Transport Malta

Local Notice to Mariners No. 134 of 2022

Filming at Il-Bajja tal-Imġiebaħ – HMS Murder

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies all mariners and owners of vessels, that filming activities will take place at Il-Bajja tal-Imġiebaħ from the approximate position A (on the sandy beach), as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

The filming will be carried out on Wedesday, 17th August, 2022, from 8.00 a.m. till 10.00 p.m.

A Transport Malta RHIB, will be patrolling the area during the filming, and all vessels are to give her a wide berth during the above-mentioned date and time.

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 whilst filming is taking place in the area.

Mariners navigating in the vicinity of the indicated area on the mentioned date and time are to keep watch on VHF Channel 12/16 and are to cooperate with the filming crew and/or enforcement personnel on the RHIB and in the area.

Any instructions issued on VHF channel 12/16 by Valletta VTS are to be complied with.

Charts affected: BA 211, 2537

12th August, 2022

Transport Malta

Local Notice to Mariners No. 135 of 2022

Fireworks Display from Manoel Island – Feast of Stella Maris – Tas-Sliema

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies Mariners that fireworks will be let off from the foreshore of Manoel Island in Sliema Creek, centred on 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'.328     014° 30'.256

B                     35° 54'.295     014° 30'.182

C                     35° 54'.528     014° 30'.284

The fireworks displays will take place as follows:

On Tuesday, 16th August, 2022, from 9.00 a.m. till 9.10 a.m., from noon till 12.10 p.m. and from 7.15 p.m. till 7.45 p.m.;

On Friday, 19th August, 2022, from 9.00 a.m. till 9.10 a.m., from noon till 12.10 p.m. and from 10.15 p.m. till 11.00 p.m.;

On Saturday, 20th August, 2022, from 9.00 a.m. till 9.30 a.m., from noon till 12.20 p.m., from 6.00 p.m. till 7.00 p.m. and from 9.30 p.m. till 11.30 p.m.;

On Sunday, 21st August, 2022, from 9.00 a.m. till 9.10 a.m., from noon till 12.10 p.m. and from 7.30 p.m. till 11.00 p.m.

There will also be a display of ground fireworks on the Tas-Sliema side which will be held on Saturday, 20th August, 2022, from 11.30 p.m. till 1.30 a.m. of Sunday.

In view of the above, mariners are informed that navigation within 200 meters from the above-mentioned positions, point A and point B and 60 meters from point C, as shown on the attached chart, in Marsamxett Harbour, will be prohibited during the date and times of the firework displays as mentioned above. All craft moored within the indicated areas (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 firework 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 Officials in the area.

Chart affected: BA 177

12th August, 2022

Transport Malta

Local Notice to Mariners No. 136 of 2022

Dredging work in the inner part of the Grand Harbour – Start August, 2022

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that dredging works will be carried out in the inner part of the Grand Harbour, Valletta.

The dredging works will be carried out using the vessel Grane R which will be restricted in her ability to manoeuvre and will be displaying the appropriate lights and shapes in compliance with the Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea (COLREGS).

Dredging works will start on Saturday, 13th August, 2022, and will last until further notice, in the following areas:

Deep Water Quay (area A)

Ras Ħanżir (area B)

Bridge Wharf (area C)

Fuel Wharf (area D)

Coal Wharf (area E),

Church Wharf (area F)

Southwest extension (area G)

The dredging works will be carried out day and night.

In line with the dredging operation a number of vessels will be required and instructed to shift. The shifting of vessels and the dredging itself will be coordinated by Valletta VTS, the Traffic Management Unit (TMU) at Transport Malta and the contractor on site.

Masters and operators of vessels are advised to keep a sharp lookout, navigate with caution, and at slow speed and to give the above vessel Grane R a wide berth of at least 150m.

Instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS are to be complied with.

Chart affected: BA 177

12th August, 2022

Local Notice to Mariners No. 130 of 2022

Transportation of Statue in Il-Bajja ta' Marsaxlokk by Vessel and Cancellation of Local Notice

to Mariners No. 128 of 2022

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that due to unforeseen circumstances the planned transportation of the statue of St Peter from Il-Port il-Kbir to Birżebbuġa on Friday, 5th August, 2022, cannot be held, therefore Local Notice to Mariners No. 128 of 2022 is hereby cancelled.

Due to the above the statue of St Peter will instead be transported from the breakwater at St George's Bay, point A to near the Birżebbuġa waterpolo pitch, point B, following the route as indicated on the chart found on Transport Malta website  (http://www.transport.gov.mt).

The ceremony will commence at 7.00 p.m. and is expected to be completed by 8.00 p.m.

During the trip, several other vessels are expected to accompany the vessel carrying the statue.

Mariners are to navigate with caution at slow speed and to keep a sharp lookout when in the vicinity to the above-mentioned events and when sighted they are to give the vessel carrying the statue a wide berth.

They are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 14 and/or 16, by Marsaxlokk VTS and the organisers.

Chart affected: BA 36

5th August, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 131 of 2022

Diving Survey at Il-Port ta' Marsaxlokk – 2022

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that diving surveys will be carried out at Il-Port ta' Marsaxlokk between Thursday, 11th August, 2022 and Friday, 12th August, 2022.

The diving surveys will be carried out at the approximate locations VR1, VR2 and VR3 as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website  (http://www.transport.gov.mt).

Position           Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

VR1                35° 49'.721     014° 32'.084

VR2                35° 49'.837     014° 32'.279

VR3                35° 49'.731     014° 32'.777

The surveys will be carried out with the assistance of the vessel Julie Pearl which will be displaying the International Code of Signals Flag 'A'.

A safety zone of 50m round the support vessel is to be kept during the surveys.

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 cooperate with the contractor on site.

Any instructions issued on VHF channel 14 and/or 16 by Marsaxlokk VTS and any enforcement agency on site, are to be complied with.

Chart affected: BA 36

5th August, 2022

Notice to Mariners No. 31 of 2022

Marine Scientific Research by ROV at the Approach of the Grand Harbour, Valletta

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a marine scientific research at the approach of the Grand Harbour, Valletta, will be carried out with the use of a Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV). This research will be carried out from the vessel Mare Rosa.

The marine scientific research is planned to be carried out over three non-consecutive days between Wednesday, 3rd August, 2022 and Wednesday, 31st August, 2022.

The research will be held within the area A, B, C, and D, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt):

            Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

A         35° 56'.752     14° 33'.004

B         35° 55'.050     14° 35'.040

C         35° 53'.970     14° 34'.122

D         35° 55'.602     14° 32'.088

Since an ROV will be operated from the vessel “Mare Rosa", she will be restricted in her ability to manoeuvre and will be displaying the appropriate signals in compliance with the International Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea.

Mariners are instructed to navigate with caution when the above-mentioned vessel is sighted, and they are to maintain a safe distance of 300m from the vessel.

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

2nd August, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 125 of 2022

Filming from Malta Film Studios, Foreshore and at Sea – Helmut

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners and operators of vessels, that filming activities will take place at the Malta Film Studios, the foreshore and out at sea.

The filming will take place as follows:

On Tuesday 2nd August 2022, and Wednesday 3rd August 2022, within the area A, B, C, D, and the intermediate coastline as shown on the chart 1 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Between Thursday, 4th August, 2022 and Saturday, 6th August, 2022, the filming will be of a vessel transiting up and down between the Malta Film Studios and Żonqor Point approximately 1 to 2 miles offshore. If due to adverse weather conditions on any of these days, the filming will be held within the area W, X, Y, and Z as shown on chart 2 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Filming on all the above-mentioned days will be carried out from 4.00 a.m. till noon and from 6.00 p.m. till 10.00 p.m.  The vessels Nautical 1, Nautical Two and SSR105573 will be used during the filming. All vessels are to give these vessels a wide berth during the above-mentioned dates and times.

In view of the above a clear horizon is being requested for filming purposes.

Mariners transiting the area seaward of the Malta Film Studios and close to the indicated areas on the mentioned dates are requested to keep watch on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16 and are to cooperate with the filming crew and enforcement personnel in the area.

Any instructions given on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS are to be complied with.

Charts affected: BA 177, 2538, 36

29th July, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 127 of 2022

Transportation of Statue in Birżebbuġa by Vessel – 2022

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that on Thursday, 4th August, 2022, a statue of Saint Peter will be loaded on a vessel from the breakwater at St George's Bay Birzebbugia (point A on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) and transported from there to a location close to the Birżebbuġa waterpolo pitch (point B on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)),

The ceremony will commence at 7.15 p.m. and is expected to be completed by 8.00 p.m.

During the trip, several other vessels are expected to accompany the vessel carrying the statue.

Mariners are to navigate with caution at slow speed and to keep a sharp lookout when in the vicinity to the above-mentioned events and when sighted they are to give the vessel carrying the statue a wide berth.

They are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 14 and/or 16, by Marsaxlokk VTS and the organisers.

Chart affected: BA chart 36

29th July, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 128 of 2022

Transportation of Statue from Il-Port il-Kbir to Birżebbuġa by Vessel – 2022

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that on Friday, 5th August, 2022, a statue of Saint Peter will be loaded onto a vessel from Barriera Wharf in Il-Port il-Kbir (point A) as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) and transported from there to a location close to the Birżebbuġa waterpolo pitch in Il-Port ta' Marsaxlokk (point B) as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

The ceremony will start at 6.00 p.m. and is expected to be completed by 8.00 p.m.

During the trip, several other vessels are expected to accompany the vessel carrying the statue.

Mariners are to navigate with caution at slow speed and to keep a sharp lookout when in the vicinity to the above-mentioned vessels and when sighted they are to give the vessel carrying the statue a wide berth.

They are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and on VHF Channel 14 and/or 16, by Marsaxlokk VTS and the organisers.

Chart affected: BA 36, 177, 2538

29th July, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 129 of 2022

Fireworks Display – Feast of Saint Dominic

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that aerial fireworks will be let off from St Elmo Point – Saint Gregory Bastions (point A) and from Abercrombie Bastions (point B) as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), on the date and times as follows:

From beneath Saint Gregory Bastions (point A)

On Sunday, 31st July, 2022, from 8.00 a.m. till 8.15 a.m., and from 11.30 a.m. till noon, and

On Saturday, 6th August, 2022 from 9.30 a.m. till 10.00 a.m., from noon till 12.15 p.m., and from 6.30 p.m. till 7.00 p.m.

From beneath Abercrombie Bastions (point B)

On Sunday, 7th August, 2022 from 8.00 a.m. till 8.15 a.m., from noon till 12.15 p.m., from 7.30 p.m. till 8.30 p.m., and from 9.30 p.m. till 10.30 p.m.

Vessels moored within 200 metres from points A and B are to be removed and the areas kept clear during the displays. The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, will accept no liabilities whatsoever for any vessels that are left lying in the area on the above-mentioned dates and times.

Instructions and directions given on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS and any enforcement agency are to be complied with.

Chart affected: BA 177

29th July, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 124 of 2022

Fireworks Display from a Barge and Pontoons Moored at Il-Qala tal-Għażżenin, il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that firework displays in connection with the feast of Our Lady of Sorrows, St Paul's Bay, will be let off from a barge and pontoons moored in the position as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

The pontoons will be moored in position on Wednesday, 27th July, 2022, after 8.00 a.m., and will be removed after Saturday's display, at about 1.00 a.m. on Sunday, 31st July, 2022, when in position there will be a rope between the pontoons.

The barge will be moored in position on Thursday, 28th July, 2022, after 10.00 a.m., and will be removed Monday, 1st August, 2022, at about 7.30 a.m.

During night time, the barge and pontoons will carry lights.

Position                       Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

Centre of barge           35° 57'.086     014° 24'.136

The layout of the pontoons is as shown on the found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

The dates and times of the displays are as follows:

Friday, 29th July, 2022, from 9.30 p.m. till 10.00 p.m.

On Saturday 30th July, 2022, from 8.00 a.m. till 8.05 a.m., from 11.45 a.m. till 11.50 a.m., and from 10.30 p.m. till 11.15 p.m. 

On Sunday, 31st July, 2022, from 8.00 a.m. till 8.05 a.m., from noon till 12.05 p.m., from 7.00 p.m. till 7.15 p.m., and from 9.55 p.m. till 10.30 p.m.

Some of the fireworks will be loaded onto a tugboat from the jetty at Fekruna, l/o Xemxija, on Friday, 29th July, 2022, at about 7.00 a.m., and transported to the barge.

The other fireworks will be loaded on to a tugboat from the jetty beneath Tarragon Restaurant, shown as point A on the attached chart, on Friday, 29th July, 2022, at about 3.00 p.m., and transported to the pontoons.

Mariners are informed that during the loading of the fireworks from the jetties onto the tugboat the jetties cannot be used, and no vessel will be allowed to remain alongside until all fireworks have been removed.

All vessels and bathers are warned to keep well clear of the barge and pontoons and maintain a safe distance of at least 200 metres during the dates and times of the displays.

Vessels moored within 200 metres from the barge are to be removed and kept clear during the days and times of the display. The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta will accept no Liabilities whatsoever for any vessels that are left lying in the area on the above-mentioned dates and times.

Charts affected: BA 211B, 211A

26th July, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 121 of 2022

Firework Displays in Grand Harbour – Vittoriosa

Feast

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that firework displays will be let off from barges moored off Bighi Point.

Barges position:

            Latitude (N)                Longitude (E)

P          35°53'.669                  14°31'.200

Y         35°53'.629                  14°31'.255

Z          35°53'.678                  14°31'.317

The barges will be left in position during the night and will be lit.

Two barges 'Hull 188' and 'Hull 186' will be towed from their shipyard on Friday, 29th July, 2022, from 1.00 p.m. till 5.00 p.m. and moored at points Z and P respectively, as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

On Sunday, 31st July, 2022, there will be firework displays from these two barges from 8.00 a.m. till 8.15 a.m, from noon till 12.15 p.m. and from 8.00 p.m. till 8.30 p.m.

Another barge 'B45' will be towed from its shipyard on Friday 5th August, 2022, between 1.00 p.m and 5.00 p.m., and moored at point Y, as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Firework displays will then be let of from the three barges as follows:

On Saturday 6th August 2022, from 8.00 a.m. till 8.15 a.m, from noon till 12.15 p.m. and from 8.00 p.m. till 8.30 p.m.

On Sunday, 7th August 2022, from 8.00 a.m. till 8.15 a.m, from noon till 12.15 p.m. and from 8.00 p.m. till 8.30 p.m.

On Monday, 8th August, 2022, from 8.00 a.m. till 8.15 a.m, from noon till 12.15 p.m. and from 8.45 p.m. till 9.30 p.m.

On Tuesday, 9th August, 2022, from 9.15 a.m. till 9.45 a.m. from noon till 12.15 p.m. and from 7.00 p.m. till 7.30 p.m., from 10.00 p.m. till 11.30 p.m.

On Wednesday, 10th August, 2022, from 8.00 a.m. till 8.15 a.m., from noon till 12.15 p.m. and from 7.15 p.m. till 11.00 p.m.

The three barges will be towed back to their respective shipyards on Thursday, 11th August, 2022.

A wide berth of 200 meters is requested from the position of the barges on the days indicated above as the barges might be loaded with fireworks.

The barges shall exhibit the appropriate signals for a vessel at anchor in compliance with the International Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea (COLREGS). When loaded with fireworks they shall exhibit the International Code of Signals Flag 'Bravo' by day and an all-round red light by night.

Transport Malta will accept no Liabilities whatsoever for any damage caused to vessels that are within the 200m distance during the above-mentioned dates and times.

Mariners are to navigate with caution and at slow speed when in the vicinity. They are to cooperate with the organisers. Instructions and directions given on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS and any enforcement personnel are to be complied with.

Chart affected: BA 177

22nd July, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 122 of 2022

Aquathlon National Championship

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Malta Triathlon Federation (MTF) in conjunction with Pembroke Athleta Athletics and Triathlon (PAAT) will be organising, the swimming part of the aquathlon, at Il-Bajja tas-Salina.

The race will be held along the course A, B and C (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)),

Position           Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

A                     35° 56'.932     014° 25'.660

B                     35° 57'.182     014° 25'.708

C                     35° 57'.078     014° 25'.765

on Sunday, 31st July, 2022, from 7.00 a.m. till 9.45 a.m.

A club RHIB 'S16893' and a rescue vessel will be accompanying the participating swimmers.

Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate with extreme caution and at slow speed (no wake) when in the vicinity, on the stipulated date and time. They are to 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 211B, 211A, 2537 and 2538

22nd July, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 123 of 2022

Diving survey within the Grand Harbour – High Voltage Shore Connection Project

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that a diving survey will be held within the Grand Harbour.

The diving survey will be held between Bridge Wharf and Fuel wharf within the area bounded by the imaginary lines joining the points A, B, C, D, the points E, F, G, H and the intermediate coastline as shown in red on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

The diving survey will be carried out between Monday, 25th July, 2022 and Friday, 29th July, 2022.

The diving team will be assisted by the workboat '46' which will be displaying the International Code of Signals Flag 'A' when diving operations are being carried out.

A safety zone of 50m round the above-mentioned area 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 vicinity of the above indicated area.

They are to cooperate with the contractor and comply with instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS.

Chart affected: BA 177

22nd July, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 29 of 2022

Lay Up of JU Rig Topaz Driller

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the JU Rig Topaz Driller has been laid up with immediate effect and until further notice in the following position:

Latitude (N)               Longitude (E)

35º 55'.500                014º 49'.500

A safety zone of radius 500m centered on the above position has been established and it is restricted to all unauthorised vessels.

Positions are referred to WGS 84 DATUM.

Charts affected: BA 194, 2123, 2124

22nd July, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 30 of 2022

Marsaxlokk Breakwater Head – LIGHT UNRELIABLE

Reference is made to BA Chart 36 – Marsaxlokk,

Notice to Mariners No 25 of 2022 – Marsaxlokk Breakwater Head – UNLIT

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Marsaxlokk Breakwater Head, Flashing red every 3 seconds (Fl.R.3s), in the following position:

Latitude (N)                Longitude (E)

35º 49'.080                 014º 32'.970

has been temporarily repaired, therefore it is now LIGHT UNRELIABLE.

Notice to Mariners No. 25 of 2022 – Marsaxlokk Breakwater Head – UNLIT is hereby CANCELLED.

Position in WGS 84 Datum

Charts affected: BA Chart 36, 2538, 194

22nd July, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 118 of 2022

Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 91 of 2022 regarding dredging work at Il-Moll tat-Tiben in il-Port ta' Marsamxett

Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 91 of 2022.

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that the dredging work will not be completed within the time as planned. The completion date is therefore being extended to Saturday, 13th August, 2022.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 91 of 2022 is to be amended accordingly.

All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 91 of 2022 will remain valid.

Chart affected: BA 177

19th July, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 119 of 2022

Survey (sub-bottom profiler) off Ix-Xatt l-Aħmar in Gozo

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a survey will be carried out with the use of a sub-bottom profiler (SBP). This survey will be carried out by the vessel MV Wilfred and her ancillary equipment.

Weather permitting the survey is planned to be carried out between Tuesday, 19th July, 2022 and Friday, 29th July, 2022, within the area A, B, C and D as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta wesbite (www.transport.gov.mt):

            Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

A         36° 01'.060     14° 17'.208

B         36° 01'.062     14° 17'.405

C         36° 00'.956     14° 17'.411

D         36° 00'.955     14° 17'.211

Since the vessel MV Wilfred will be deploying an SBP, she will be restricted in her ability to manoeuvre and will be displaying the appropriate signals in compliance with the International Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea.

Mariners are instructed to navigate with caution when the above-mentioned vessel is sighted and shall maintain a safe distance of 100m from the vessels.

Mariners are also notified to abide by any instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12.

Charts affected: BA 211, 2537

19th July, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 120 of 2022

Drilling of boreholes along route of cooling pipeline  at Qala San Marku, outwards – July 2022

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that drilling of boreholes will be carried out along the route of the cooling pipeline at Qala San Marku.

The drilling works will be carried out at points 8, 9 and 10, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)

Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

8          35° 56'.845     014° 26'.830

9          35° 56'.857     014° 26'.847

10        35° 56'.868     014° 26'.864

The works, which will take one day to be completed, will be carried out on any day between Tuesday, 19th July, 2022 and Wednesday, 27th July, 2022, depending on the prevailing 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 of 55m radius from each point.

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 177

Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM.

19th July, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 102 of 2022

Emergency Works at Marsaskala North Breakwater, Marsaskala

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the general public that emergency repair works are to be carried out on the Marsaskala north breakwater.

The works will start with immediate effect and are expected to be completed by the end of October, 2022.

The works will be carried out from land with the assistance of divers, the International Code of Signals Flag 'A' will be displayed while diving operations are being carried out.

A silt curtain will be laid along the imaginary line joining points A, B, C, D, E, F, and G as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (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 36, 2538

5th July, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 93 of 2022

Speed Restriction when entering and within Mġarr Port

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners, owners of vessels and operators of all vessels to comply with speed restrictions.

In terms of the Yachting Centres Regulations (SL499.10 para. 12) the speed limit in the approaches to and fairways near yachting centres, marinas and mooring areas shall be a maximum of 3 knots.

Mariners, owners of vessels and operators of commercial vessels are also reminded to keep a sharp lookout and navigate with no wake.

All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and on VHF Channel 10, by Mġarr Port Control.

Chart affected: BA 177

24th June, 2022

Transport Malta

Local Notice to Mariners No. 78 of 2022

Precautionary Area – off Għallis Rock

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners, owners of vessels and the general public, that a precautionary area off Għallis Rock has been established.

Latitude (N)                Longitude (E)

35° 57'.500                 014° 27'.200

with a radius of 150m from the above position.

In view of the above, the Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, hereby notifies that with immediate effect no entry, no anchoring and no fishing are allowed within the area as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Mariners are to note the above and avoid the area. They are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS.

Charts affected: BA 2537, 2538

31st May, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 25 of 2022

Marsaxlokk Breakwater Head – UNLIT

Reference is made to BA Chart 36 – Marsaxlokk

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Marsaxlokk Breakwater Head, flashing red every 3 seconds (Fl.R.3s), in the following position:

Latitude (N)   Longitude (E)

35º 49'.080    014º 32'.970

Is UNLIT

Mariners are to note the above and navigate with great caution.

Position in WGS 84 Datum.

Charts affected: BA Chart 36, 2538, 194

31st May, 2022

Transport Malta

Local Notice to Mariners No. 72 of 2022

Dumping of Inert Material at Spoil Ground

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners, owners of vessels and the general public that the Environment Resources Authority has restricted the use of the spoil ground centred at the following coordinates.

Latitude (N)     Longitude (E)

35° 55'.035     014° 33'.952

An area has been designated as an area of archaeological importance, as has been published in the Government Gazette by the Superintendence of Cultural Heritage. The area is thus considered as a protected site, in line with the Cultural Heritage Act (Cap. 445).

In view of the above, the Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, hereby notifies that with immediate effect, all masters of vessels intending to dump any inert material in the spoil ground are to do so only in the southern hemisphere, as shown in red on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Mariners are to note the above and to communicate on VHF channels 12 and/or 16 with Valletta VTS, as per standard operating procedures prior to dumping. They are to observe any instructions issued by Valletta VTS.

Charts affected: BA 2537, 2538

27th May, 2022

Transport Malta

Local Notice to Mariners No. 73 of 2022

Further to Local Notice to Mariners Nos 47 and 52 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 Nos. 47 and 52 of 2022 regarding Designated Restricted Areas – 2022, the following areas have also been established as a designated restricted area to navigation:

O) In Il-Bajja ta' San Ġorġ, the area joining the points O1, O2, O3, O4 and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart O found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Points Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

O1                   35° 55'.615     014° 29'.339

O2                   35° 55'.609     014° 29'.342

O3                   35° 55'.627     014° 29'.395

O4                   35° 55'.633     014° 29'.392

P) In Il-Bajja ta' San Ġorġ, the area joining the points P1, P2, P3, P4 and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart P found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Points Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

P1                    35° 55'.576     014° 29'.391

P2                    35° 55'.580     014° 29'.396

P3                    35° 55'.591     014° 29'.450

P4                    35° 55'.587     014° 29'.458

These designated restricted areas 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 Nos 47 and 52 of 2022 will also apply to these areas.

Position is referred to WGS 84 DATUM.

Chart affected: BA 2537

27th May, 2022

Local Notice to Mariners No. 66 of 2022

Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 60 of 2022 regarding Laying of Sinkers at Garden Yacht Marina at Id-Daħla ta' Lazzarett

Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 60 of 2022.

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that the laying of sinkers has not been completed within the time frame, as planned. The completion date is therefore being extended to the end of May 2022.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 60 of 2022 is to be amended accordingly.

All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 60 of 2022 will remain valid.

Chart affected: BA 177

24th May, 2022

Transport Malta

Local Notice to Mariners No. 67 of 2022

Diving Survey (Benthic) within Il-Bajja ta' Marsaxlokk

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that a diving survey (benthic) will be held within Il-Bajja ta' Marsaxlokk.

The diving survey will be held between Tuesday, 24th May, 2022 and Friday, 24th June, 2022, along the imaginary line joining the points A, B, C, D, E, and F, as shown in red on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Position           Latitude (N)     Longitude (E)

A                     35° 50'.063     014° 32'.883

B                     35° 50'.162     014° 32'.817

C                     35° 50'.202     014° 32'.760

D                     35° 50'.294     014° 32'.729

E                      35° 50'.390     014° 32'.735

F                      35° 50'.423     014° 32'.779

The survey will be carried out by scuba divers who will be accompanied by the support vessel 'S20402' which will be displaying the International Code of Signals Flag 'A'.

A safety zone of 50m round the support vessel 'S20402' 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 14 and/or 16 by Marsaxlokk VTS.

Chart affected: BA 36

24th May, 2022

Transport Malta

Local Notice to Mariners No. 65 of 2022

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 marker buoys, 1.5 metres in diameter, fitted with a light flashing yellow 1 every 4 seconds 'Fl.Y.4s (Jun-Oct)' 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 'Fl.Y.4s (Jun-Oct)' 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

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'.89

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 Mgarr ix-Xini – Gozo, Blue Lagoon – Comino, Mellieħa – off the beach, Il-Gzejjer North and Xemxija inner, delineate a 5 Knots maximum speed limit.

B2   Mġarr ix-Xini            5 Knots                 36° 00'.906                 014° 16'.445

B4   San Niklaw Bay         5 Knots                 36° 01'.167                 014° 19'.770

        (Fairway 1)

B5   San Niklaw Bay         5 Knots                 36° 01'.039                 014° 19'.773

        (Fairway 9D)

B7   Santa Marija Bay       5 Knots                 36° 01'.031                 014° 20'.210

        (Fairway 1)

B8   Santa Marija Bay       5 Knots                 36° 01'.111                 014° 20'.210

        (Fairway 2)

B9   Blue Lagoon              5 Knots                 36° 01'.004                 014° 19'.226

        Outer

B10 Blue Lagoon              5 Knots                 36° 00'.965                 014° 19'.332

        (Fairway 5)

B11 Blue Lagoon              5 Knots                 36° 00'.952                 014° 19'.310

        (Fairway 3)

B12 Blue Lagoon              5 Knots                 36° 00'.913                 014° 19'.346

        (Fairway 2)

B13 Blue Lagoon              5 Knots                 36° 00'.852                 014° 19'.401

        (Fairway 1)

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

B25 Il-Gżejjer North         5 Knots                 35° 58'.076                 014° 23'.974

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 and the removal of the buoys may be delayed in the event of unexpected circumstances.

Charts affected: BA 36, 177, 211A, 211B, 2537, 2538

20th 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 2_A, 2_B and 2_C and the intermediate coastline.

Points              Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

2_A                    36° 01'.214     14° 16'.271

2_B                    36° 01'.164     14° 16'.331

2_C                    36° 01'.172     14° 16'.341

3. Il-Bajja tax-Xlendi, Gozo: Refer to Figure 3        

A wire rope between points 3_A (on Quay) and 3_B (near slipway) and the intermediate coastline. 

Points              Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

3_A                    36º 01'.839     14º 12'.986

3_B                    36º 01'.836     14º 12'.997

The boundary of this swimmer zone in Xlendi is a wire rope between points 3_C (sandy beach), 3_D (off the jetty) and 3_E (near Churchill Bar) and the intermediate coastline.

Points              Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

3_C                    36° 01'.828     14° 13'.022 

3_D                    36° 01'.818     14° 13'.003 

3_E                    36° 01'.784     14° 13'.021 

Furthermore, lines joining points 3_F, 3_G, 3_H, 3_I and 3_J and the intermediate coastline delineate another zone.

Points              Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

3_F                     36º 01'.781     14º 13'.007

3_G                    36º 01'.789     14º 12'.993

3_H                    36º 01'.770     14º 12'.900

3_I                     36º 01'.747     14º 12'.876

3_J                     36º 01'.737     14º 12'.892

4. Il-Bajja tal-Qbajjar, Gozo: Refer to Figure 4        

Line joining points 4_A (SW of slipway) and 4_B (steps) and the intermediate coastline to the southwest of this line.

Points              Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

4_A                    36º 04'.624     14º 15'.112

4_B                    36º 04'.596     14º 15'.192

5. Il-Bajja ta' Marsalforn, Gozo:        Refer to Figure 5                               

Line joining points 5_A, 5_B 5_C and 5_D and the intermediate coastline of this line and line joining points 5_E and 5_F and the intermediate coastline south of this line.

Points              Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

5_A                    36º 04'.505     14º 15'.515

5_B                    36º 04'.505     14º 15'.533

5_C                    36º 04'.344     14º 15'.538

5_D                    36º 04'.332     14º 15'.485

5_E                    36º 04'.314     14º 15'.493

5_F                     36º 04'.344     14º 15'.622

6. Ir-Ramla, Gozo: Refer to Figure 6                                                   

Line joining points 6_A, 6_B, 6_C and 6_D and the intermediate coastline to the south of this line.

Points              Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

6_A                    36º 03'.693     14º 16'.917

6_B                    36º 03'.754     14º 16'.879

6_C                    36º 03'.784     14º 17'.165

6_D                    36º 03'.725     14º 17'.182

7. Il-Bajja ta' San Blas, Gozo: Refer to Figure 7

Line joining points 7_A, 7_B, 7_C and 7_D and the intermediate coastline to the southwest of this line.

Points              Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

7_A                    36º 03'.488     14º 17'.965

7_B                    36º 03'.489     14º 17'.975

7_C                    36º 03'.465     14º 18'.060

7_D                    36º 03'.419     14º 18'.070

8. Il-Bajja ta' Ħondoq ir-Rummien, Gozo: Refer to Figure 8                       

Line joining points 8_A, 8_B and 8_C 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 11_A and 11_B and the intermediate coastline of this line.

Points              Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

11_A                  35º 59'.242     14º 19'.777

11_B                  35º 59'.245     14º 19'.863    

12. Marfa (Ir-Ramla tal-Bir): Refer to Figure 12

Line joining points 12_A and 12_B and the intermediate coastline of this line.

Points              Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

12_A                  35º 59'.171     014º 20'.755

12_B                  35º 59'.166     014º 20'.741

13. Il-Bajja tal-Mellieħa (Ramlet il-Qortin): Refer to Figure 13

Line joining points 13_A, 13_B, and 13_C and the intermediate coastline of this line.

Points              Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

13_A                  35º 59'.222     014º 21'.021

13_B                  35º 59'.265     014º 21'.048

13_C                  35º 59'.251     014º 21'.105

14. Il-Bajja tal-Armier: Refer to Figure 14

Line joining points 14_A, 14_B ,14_C and 14_D and the intermediate coastline to the south of this line.

Points              Latitude (N)    Longitude (E)

14_A                  35º 59'.390     14º 21'.353

14_B                  35º 59'.399     14º 21'.397

14_C                  35º 59'.413     14º 21'.523

14_D                  35º 59'.387     14º 21'.566

15. Ir-Ramla tat-Torri: Refer to Figure 15

Line joining points 15_A and 15_B and the intermediate coastline of this line.