Local Notice to Mariners No. 167 of 2023

Malta International Airshow – Maritime Exclusion Zone – 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Malta International Airshow will this year be held between Friday, 22nd September, 2023 and Sunday, 24th September, 2023.

The displays will be held over the sea off Bugibba and Qawra

In view of the above a Maritime Exclusion Zone, which will be delineated by the imaginary lines joining the points A, B, C, D and E as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 57'.198 014° 24'.473

B 35° 57'.582 014° 24'.232

C 35° 57'.933 014° 25'.132

D 35° 58'.283 014° 26'.032

E 35° 57'.900 014° 26'.272

Marker buoys will be laid in the above positions and no vessel will not be allowed to proceed inside this area during the stipulated dates and times.

The date and times of the displays are as follows:

On Friday, 22nd September, 2023 from 2.00 p.m. till 5.00 p.m.

On Saturday, 23rd September, 2023 from 2.00 p.m. till 6.30 p.m. and

On Sunday, 24th September, 2023 from 2.00 p.m. till 6.30 p.m.

Mariners are to comply with instructions and directions issued on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS and by any maritime enforcement assets in the area.

Positions are in WGS 84 DATUM

Chart affected: BA 211

15th September, 2023

Transport Malta

Local Notice to Mariners No. 168 of 2023

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, 22nd September, 2023 at noon and Sunday, 24th September, 2023 at 1.00 p.m.

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

15th September, 2023

Transport Malta

Local Notice to Mariners No. 169 of 2023

Seabed clean-up at Xemxija in Il-Bajja

ta' San Pawl - 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a seabed clean-up operation by divers at Xemxija in Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl, within the area A, B, C and D as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), will be held on Thursday, 21st September, 2023, between 9.00 a.m. and 2.00 p.m.

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 56'.828 014° 23'.353

B 35° 56'.774 014° 23'.389

C 35° 56'.766 014° 23'.262

D 35° 56'.831 014° 23'.226

If due to unfavourable weather conditions it cannot be held in this area, the seabed clean-up operation will be held within the area E, F, G and H on the same date and time, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

E 35° 56'.944 014° 23'.143

F 35° 56'.868 014° 23'.065

G 35° 56'.832 014° 23'.129

H 35° 56'.917 014° 23'.210

The divers will be exhibiting the international code of Signals flag “A".

Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate with extreme caution and at slow speed when in the vicinity, on the stipulated date and time.

They are to cooperate with the organisers and to comply with any instructions issued on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS and by any Enforcement Personnel on site.

Chart affected: BA 177

15th September, 2023

Local Notice to Mariners No. 166 of 2023

Birżebbuġa Sailing Club - MODA ILCA Regatta 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, hereby notifies mariners that the Birżebbuġa Sailing Club shall be holding the MODA ILCA Regatta 2023 between Saturday, 16th September, 2023 and Sunday, 17th September, 2023.

Races shall take place from 9.00 a.m. till 5.00 p.m. (local time) on all days.

Class races shall take place over two (2) adjacent upwind/downwind courses, centred in the selected sailing area depending on the prevailing weather conditions. See chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) showing areas A, B and C.

The courses, around which the competitors shall have to sail, shall be defined by orange inflatable marks (waypoints) of about 1.5 meters in height.

Races will take place, only when no merchant vessel traffic is scheduled to enter or to depart, from the Malta Freeport Terminals.

Masters of all craft, not directly involved in any of these events, are asked to keep clear of the racing areas, especially at each of the turning marks. All mariners are to observe any instructions that may be given by the Race Organisers safety crafts and on VHF Channels 14 and/or 16 by Marsaxlokk VTS.

Charts effected: BA 36, 2538

12th September, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 31 of 2023

Chart Correction – New Submarine Power Cable Area is Established – Valletta Harbour

Reference is made to BA Chart 177 Valletta Harbours – Malta

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a new submarine power cable area has been established in between Bridge Warf and Coal Wharf.

Latitudni (T) Lonġitudni (L)

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

Daħħal: Submarine Power Cable, li jgħaqqad: 35° 52'.945 014° 30'.043

Insert: Submarine Power Cable, joining: 35° 52'.943 014° 30'.175

u 35° 52'.922 014° 30'.172

and 35° 52'.923 014° 30'.047

Enclose the area by the adjacent coastlines.

Chart affected: BA 177

Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM

7th September, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 165 of 2023

Fireworks Display from the Chop House, Tignè – 14th September, 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a 3-minute fireworks display will be let off from the foreshore off “Chop House" on Thursday 14th September 2023. 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'.332 14° 30'.735

The fireworks display will take place at about 10.30 p.m.

In view of the above, mariners are advised to keep 60 metres away from point A on the above-mentioned date and time.

Any boats berthed or anchored within the area shown on the chart 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 displays to any vessel and her ancillary equipment, whether such vessel and her ancillary equipment are left within the safety zone, or outside such safety zone, from the point from which the display is to be held.

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

5th September, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 161 of 2023

Fireworks Display from the Foreshore off Il-Fortizza Manoel – 5th September, 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a 3-minute fireworks display will be let off from the foreshore of Il-Fortizza Manoel on Tuesday, 5th September, 2023. The display will be centred at Point A (as shown on the chart on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) in the approximate following position:

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 54'.223 14° 30'.469

The fireworks display will take place at about 10.30 p.m.

In view of the above, mariners are advised to keep 60 metres away from point A on the above-mentioned date and time.

Any boats berthed or anchored within the area shown on the 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 and her ancillary equipment, whether such vessel and her ancillary equipment are 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 officers on site.

Chart affected: BA 177

1st September, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 162 of 2023

8th September Regatta in the Grand Harbour – Valletta

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that the 8th September 2023 Regatta will be held in the Grand Harbour. Sinkers and marker buoys will be laid as follows:

1. On Thursday, 7th September, 2023, 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

On Friday, 8th September, 2023 as from 8.00 a.m., virtual line/wire rope with floats will be established/laid in the following positions:

(i) a wire rope with floats will be laid from point A ashore on Barriera Wharf to buoy B off Il-Ponta ta' Sant'Anġlu.

(ii) a wire rope with floats will be laid from buoy B off Il-Ponta ta' Sant'Anġlu to point C north of Il-Ponta tal-Isla.

(iii) a wire rope with floats will be laid 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) a virtual line will be established from point D west of Il-Ponta tal-Isla opposite the entrance to Il-Daħla tal-Franċiżi, Bastion to point E on Parlatorio Wharf.

(v) a wire rope with floats will be laid from bollard 8 at Ras Ħanżir 2 point F to bollard 26 at Deep Water Quay point G, as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

3. The wire ropes, floats and buoys mentioned in 2 above will be removed on the completion of the Regatta at approximately 6.30 p.m. on Friday, 8th September, 2023.

4. The sinkers and marker buoys mentioned in 1 above will then be removed on Saturday, 9th September, 2023.

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 Friday, 8th September, 2023 from 8.00 a.m. till 6.30 p.m., incoming vessels will not be allowed to proceed to any berth south-west of the imaginary line joining point A on Barriera Wharf and Fortizza Sant'Anġlu Flagstaff. Vessels in 'Il-Marsa' sea area will not be allowed to proceed beyond the line F to G indicated in 2(v) 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), 2(iv) and 2(v).

Incoming vessels will not be allowed to proceed to any berth south-west of the imaginary line which is 150m north-east 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 Friday, 8th September, 2023, from 8.00 a.m. till 6.30 p.m., from all vessels except those authorised by the activity organisers.

Masters of all vessels are also warned that the wire ropes and floats may cause a physical obstruction and consequently they are to navigate with extreme caution. Caution is also to be exercised when in the vicinity of such wire ropes and floats when these are being laid or removed.

Mariners are to obey any instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12 and enforcement personnel in the area.

Chart affected: BA 177

1st September, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 163 of 2023

Fireworks Display from the Foreshore off Il-Fortizza Manoel – 13th September, 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a 3-minute fireworks display will be let off from the foreshore of Il-Fortizza Manoel on Wednesday, 13th September, 2023. 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'.223 14° 30'.469

The fireworks display will take place at about 10.30 p.m..

In view of the above, mariners are advised to keep 60 metres away from point A on the above-mentioned date and time.

Any boats berthed or anchored within the area shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) are to be removed during the above-mentioned date and time.

All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement officers on site.

Chart affected: BA 177

1st September, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 164 of 2023

Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 186 of 2022 regarding reconstruction works on a slipway at Il-Qala tal-Mistra in Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl

Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 186 of 2022.

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that the reconstruction works on a slipway at Il-Qala tal-Mistra in Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl will not be completed within the time, as planned. The completion date is therefore being extended until further notice.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 186 of 2022 is to be amended accordingly.

All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 186 of 2022 will remain valid.

Chart affected: BA 211

1st September, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 29 of 2023

Chart Correction – Foul area

(lost anchor and chain)

Reference is made to BA Chart 2538 – Malta

BA Chart 194 – Malta and Gozo

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies Mariners that an anchor and chain were lost to the southwest corner of Bunkering Area 3 (West Sector), in the following approximate position.

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

35° 52'.058 014° 44'.900

Insert symbol (#) indicating a foul area with a 500m radius, in position.

Positions are referred to WGS 84 DATUM.

Charts affected: 2538, 194

1st September, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 30 of 2023

Live firing practice at Pembroke Ranges – 6 and 7 September, 2023 – Extended hours

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, hereby notifies that further to Notice to Mariners No. 24 of 2021, the Armed Forces of Malta will carry out live firing practice on Wednesday, 6th September, 2023, and Thursday, 7th September, 2023, 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

1st September, 2023

Local Notice to Mariners No. 159 of 2023

Seabed clean-up near Sikka l-Bajda, outside Mellieħa Bay – 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a seabed clean-up operation by divers near Sikka il-Bajda outside Mellieħa Bay, will be held on Thursday, 31st August, 2023, from noon till 8.00 p.m.

The divers will be assisted by a support vessel which will be exhibiting the International Code of Signals Flag 'A' while diving is being carried out.

During the clean-up each diver will have a delayed surface marker buoy (DSMB) just in case of an emergency. There will also be a large bright highlighted orange buoy to indicate where the divers are to surface unless in an emergency.

Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate with extreme caution and at slow speed when in the vicinity. They are also to keep a minimum safety distance of at least 200m from the support vessel and the large bright highlighted orange buoy used to indicate the area where divers will be surfacing, on the stipulated date and time.

They are to cooperate with the organisers and to comply with any instructions issued on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS and by any Enforcement Personnel on site.

Chart affected: BA 177

29th August, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 160 of 2023

Firework Displays in Grand Harbour – Senglea Feast – 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that firework displays will be let off from 2 barges, moored at least 200m off Il-Ponta ta' Bighi, centred on positions P and Y, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

P 35° 53'.669 014° 31'.200

Y 35° 53'.629 014° 31'.255

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

On Monday, 4th September, 2023, from 8.00 a.m. till 8.20 a.m., from noon till 12.20 p.m., and from 8.45 p.m. till 9.30 p.m.;

On Tuesday, 5th September, 2023, from 8.15 a.m. till 8.30 a.m., from noon till 12.20 p.m., and from 8.30 p.m. till 9.00 p.m.;

On Wednesday, 6th September, 2023 from 8.00 a.m. till 8.20 a.m., from noon till 12.20 p.m., and from 9.45 p.m. till 10.45 p.m.;

On Thursday, 7th September, 2023 from 8.45 a.m. till 9.30 a.m., from noon till 12.20 p.m., from 6.00 p.m. till 6.15 p.m., from 6.45 p.m. till 7.00 p.m., and from 9.30 p.m. till 11.00 p.m.;

On Friday, 8th September, 2023, from 8.00 a.m. till 8.20 a.m., from 10.45 a.m. till 11.15 a.m., from noon till 12.30 p.m., from 7.30 p.m. till 9.00p.m., and from 9.30 p.m. till 10.00 p.m.

Between Wednesday, 30th August, 2023 and Thursday, 31st August, 2023, 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 1st September 2023. They will be left in position during the night and will be lit.

The barges will be removed from the moored position on Saturday, 9th September, 2023.

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

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

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 Chart 177

29th August, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 158 of 2023

Fireworks Displays in St Julian's 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 Friday, 1st September, 2023, from 9.45 p.m. till 9.50 p.m.;

On Saturday, 2nd September, 2023, from 10.35 p.m. till 10.50 p.m.;

On Sunday, 3rd September, 2023, from 9.00 p.m. till 9.30 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 chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) during the abovementioned 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.

Transport Malta will accept no liability whatsoever for any damage caused by the firework displays to any vessel and her ancillary equipment, whether such vessel and her ancillary equipment are left within the safety zones mentioned, or outside such safety zone, from the point from which the fireworks are let off.

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

25th August, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 152 of 2023

Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 150 of 2023 regarding Fireworks Display from Manoel Island – Feast of Stella Maris – Tas-Sliema

Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 150 of 2023.

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that, the schedule of the fireworks display from points A and B being held on Saturday, 19th August, 2023, and on Sunday, 20th August, 2023, has been amended as follows:

On Saturday, 19th August, 2023, from 9.00 a.m. till 9.20 a.m., from noon till 12.20 p.m., from 6.30 p.m. till 7.30 p.m., and from 9.30 p.m. till 11.30 p.m.;

On Sunday, 20th August, 2023, from 9.00 a.m. till 9.20 a.m., from noon till 12.20 p.m., and from 7.30 p.m. till 10.30 p.m.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 150 of 2023 is to be amended accordingly.

All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 150 of 2023 will remain valid.

Chart affected: BA 177

18th August, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 153 of 2023

Fireworks Display in St Julian's Bay – Feast of St Julian's – 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that firework displays in connection with the feast of St Julian's 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 firework displays will be let off from both the breakwater (known as Il-Pont tal-Banis) point A and the six (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 displays from point A will take place on the following dates and times:

On Sunday, 20th August, 2023, from 9.00 p.m. till 9.15 p.m.;

On Friday, 25th August, 2023, from noon till 12.15 p.m.;

On Saturday, 26th August, 2023, from 10.00 p.m. till 11.00 p.m.;

On Sunday, 27th August, 2023, from noon till 12.15 p.m. and from 10.00 p.m. till 11.00 p.m.

The displays from the pontoons between point B and point C will take place on the following dates and times:

On Saturday, 26th August, 2023, from 10.00 p.m. till 11.00 p.m.

The pontoons will be moored in position from 9.30 p.m. and removed by 11.30 p.m.

All vessels and bathers are warned to keep well clear and maintain a safe distance of not less than 60 metres from the breakwater (known as Il-Pont tal-Banis) and 150m form the pontoons. Any vessels moored within indicated areas, as shown on the attached chart, are to be removed at least 1 hour before the start and stay away until 1 hour after the displays finish on the above-mentioned date and times.

Transport Malta will accept no liability whatsoever for any damage caused by the firework displays to any vessel and her ancillary equipment, whether such vessel and her ancillary equipment are left within the safety zones mentioned, or outside such safety zone, from the point from which the fireworks are let off.

Mariners shall comply with any 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

18th August, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 154 of 2023

ROV survey (video footage) at different localities in Malta and Gozo

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a survey will be carried out with the use of a Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV). This survey will consist of video footage at three different localities in Malta and Gozo.

The survey which will take one day at each locality is planned to be carried out on any days between Monday, 21st August, 2023 and Saturday, 30th September, 2023.

The ROV survey will be held at the following localities:

Off Ħad-Dingli:

within the area formed by joining the points A, B, C, D, and the intermediate coastline, as shown on the chart 1 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt);

Off Ta' Sannat:

within the area formed by joining the points E, F, G, and the intermediate coastline, as shown on the chart 2 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt);

North of Gozo:

within the area formed by joining the points H, I, J, K, and the intermediate coastline, as shown on the chart 3 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

The ROV will be operated from a support vessel.

Mariners are instructed to navigate with caution when in the vicinity of the abovementioned areas, they are to maintain a safe distance of 50m from the ROV and support vessel.

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

Charts affected: BA 2537, 2538

18th August, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 155 of 2023

Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 148 of 2023 regarding ROV inspection survey at Ta' Barkat, Xgħajra

Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 148 of 2023,

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that the inspection survey on the 900-metre-long sewerage out flow pipe at Ta' Barkat, will not be completed within the time as planned. The completion date is therefore being extended to Tuesday 22nd August, 2023.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 148 of 2023 is to be amended accordingly.

All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 148 of 2023 will remain valid.

Charts affected: BA 177, 2538

18th August, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 156 of 2023

Open Water Swimming Event in Il-Bajja ta' Għar id-Dud, Tas-Sliema – 23rd August, 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that an open water swimming event will be organised in Il-Bajja ta' Għar id-Dud, Tas-Sliema.

The race will be held along the course A, B and C (as shown on chart 1 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)),

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 54'.683 014° 30'.483

B 35° 54'.867 014° 30'.517

C 35° 54'.783 014° 30'.700

on Wednesday, 23rd August, 2023, from 4.00 p.m. till 8.00 p.m.

A club RHIB and a number of canoes will be accompanying the participating swimmers.

A large hi-viz buoy will be laid at each of the three points A, B and C to indicate the racecourse.

All mariners are directed to keep well clear of the area and, under no circumstances, are to transit through course A, B and C.

On the stipulated date and times, mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate with extreme caution and at slow speed (no wake) when in the vicinity. They are to cooperate with the organisers.

If due to weather conditions the event cannot be held at Bajja ta' Għar id-Dud, Tas-Sliema, it will instead be held at Salina Bay on the same date and time, along the course X, Y and Z (as shown on the chart 2 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

X 35° 56'.932 014° 25'.660

Y 35° 57'.168 014° 25'.755

Z 35° 57'.148 014° 25'.808

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 and 2538

18th August, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 157 of 2023

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.

The diving survey which will be held on any day between Wednesday, 23rd August, 2023 and Wednesday, 6th September, 2023, 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 diving survey the scuba divers will be accompanied by a support vessel which will be displaying the International Code of Signals Flag 'A'.

A safety zone of 50m round the survey area is to be kept during the survey.

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

18th August, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 28 of 2023

Cancellation of Notice to Mariners No. 27 of 2023 regarding Malta and Tunisia NAVTEX

service – temporarily suspended

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Malta (O) and Tunisia (T) NAVTEX service has been restored and messages are being transmitted as scheduled.

Notice to Mariners No. 27 of 2023 is hereby CANCELLED.

18th August, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 150 of 2023

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 the 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 display will take place as follows:

On Monday, 14th August, 2023, from 9.00 a.m. till 9.15 a.m., from noon till 12.15 p.m., and from 6.45 p.m. till 7.20 p.m.

On Friday, 18th August, 2023, from 9.00 a.m. till 9.20 a.m., from noon till 12.20 p.m., and from 9.00 p.m. till 10.30 p.m.

On Saturday, 19th August, 2023 from 9.00 a.m. till 9.20 a.m., from noon till 12.20 p.m., from 6.50 p.m. till 7.30 p.m., and from 9.00 p.m. till 10.30 p.m.

On Sunday, 20th August, 2023, from 9.00 a.m. till 9.20 a.m., from noon till 12.20 p.m., and from 8.00 p.m. till 9.30 p.m.

There will also be a display of ground fireworks on the Tas-Sliema side which will be held on Saturday, 19th August, 2023, from 10.30 p.m. till 00.30 a.m. of Sunday morning.

In view of the above, mariners are informed that during the times and on the dates of the firework displays, as mentioned above, navigation will be prohibited within 200 meters from the above-mentioned positions, point A and point B and 60 meters from point C, in Marsamxett Harbour as shown on the attached chart. All craft moored within the indicated areas (as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) are to be removed on the above-mentioned dates and times of the firework displays.

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

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

11th August, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 151 of 2023

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 Dahlet il-Fekruna – Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl.

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

Weather permitting the raft will be moored at 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 Thursday, 17th August, 2023 at 8.00 a.m. and Sunday, 20th August, 2023 at 1.00 p.m.

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

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

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

11th August, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 27 of 2023

Malta and Tunisia NAVTEX service – temporarily suspended

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Malta (O) and Tunisia (T) NAVTEX service is temporarily suspended.

While every effort is being made to resume transmitting NAVTEX messages as soon as possible, during the period of no transmission, Malta Navigational Warnings will be promulgated by voice, on radio, as follows:

Malta Vessel Traffic Service (Malta VTS) on VHF channel 16 at 6.03 a.m., 10.03 a.m., 4.03 p.m. and 9.03 p.m. (UTC) daily.

11th August, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 148 of 2023

ROV Inspection Survey at Ta' Barkat – Xgħajra

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that an inspection survey on the 900-metre-long sewerage out flow pipe at Ta' Barkat will be carried out with the use of a Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV). This survey will be carried out from a survey vessel.

Weather permitting the survey is planned to be carried out between Wednesday, 9th August, 2023 and Sunday, 13th August, 2023, within the area A and B, as shown on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 53'.652 14° 32'.457

B 35° 54'.077 14° 32'.749

Since an ROV will be operated from the survey vessel. The vessel will be restricted in her ability to manoeuvre and during the survey will display the International Code of Signals Flag 'D'.

Mariners are instructed to navigate with caution when the above-mentioned vessel is sighted, and they are to maintain a safe distance of 100m from the 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 177, 2538

8th August, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 149 of 2023

Open Water Swimming Event in Qui-Si-Sana – Tas-Sliema – 16th August, 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that an open water swimming event will be organised in Qui-Si-Sana, Tas-Sliema.

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

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 54'.41 014° 30'.29

B 35° 54'.52 014° 30'.31

C 35° 54'.47 014° 30'.42

on Wednesday, 16th August, 2023, from 4.00 p.m. till 8.00 p.m.

A club RHIB and several canoes will be accompanying the participating swimmers.

A large hi-viz buoy will be laid at each of the three points A, B and C to indicate the racecourse.

All mariners are directed to keep well clear of the area and, under no circumstances, are to transit through the course lines joining the points A, B, C, and A.

If due to weather conditions the event cannot be held at Qui-Si-Sana, Tas-Sliema, it will instead be held at Salina Bay on the same date and time, along the course X, Y and Z (as shown on the chart 2 as shown on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

Start/Finish 35° 56'.554 014° 25'.418

X 35° 56'.559 014° 25'.396

Y 35° 57'.101 014° 25'.453

Z 35° 57'.089 014° 25'.485

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 177, 211D

8th August, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 146 of 2023

Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 99 of 2023 regarding backfilling works for submarine cable between Bridge Wharf and Fuel Wharf

Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 99 of 2023.

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that the process of backfilling works for the submarine cable between Bridge Wharf and Fuel Wharf in the Grand Harbour, Valletta, will not be completed within the time as planned. The completion date is therefore being extended to Thursday, 10th August, 2023.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 99 of 2023 is to be amended accordingly.

All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 99 of 2023 will remain valid.

Chart affected: BA 177

4th August, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 147 of 2023

M/V Seabourn Pursuit – Submarine training

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that submarine training will be carried out as per details below.

The training will be carried out from the vessel M/V Seabourn Pursuit between Thursday, 3rd August, 2023 and Friday, 11th August, 2023.

In line with the training envisaged, M/V Seabourn Pursuit will be anchored in position A, as seen on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), while submarine training is not being carried out.

While submarine training is being carried out the M/V Seabourn Pursuit will be in Dynamic Positioning Mode at point B as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt). The training will be carried out on the following dates and times.

Date From To

Thursday, 3rd August 8.00 a.m. 11.00 a.m.

3.00 p.m. 6.00 p.m.

Friday, 4th August 8.00 a.m. 11.00 a.m.

3.00 p.m. 6.00 p.m.

Saturday, 5th August 8.00 a.m. 11.00 a.m.

3.00 p.m. 6.00 p.m.

Sunday, 6th August 8.00 a.m. 11.00 a.m.

3.00 p.m. 6.00 p.m.

Monday, 7th August 8.00 a.m. 11.00 a.m.

3.00 p.m. 6.00 p.m.

Tuesday, 8th August 8.00 a.m. 11.00 a.m.

3.00 p.m. 6.00 p.m.

Wednesday, 9th August 8.00 a.m. 11.00 a.m.

3.00 p.m. 6.00 p.m.

Thursday, 10th August 8.00 a.m. 11.00 a.m.

3.00 p.m. 6.00 p.m.

Friday, 11th August 8.00 a.m. 11.00 a.m.

3.00 p.m. 6.00 p.m.

Location Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

Point A 35° 59'.427 014° 26'.754

Point B 35° 58'.958 014° 26'.772

(HMS Stubborn)

Further to the above, submarine training operations will be conducted away from the site of HMS Stubborn at distances of between 0.75 and 1.0 mile while the vessel remains at anchor in position A.

The M/V Seabourn Pursuit will be deploying the manned submarine for training, which will have a RHIB in attendance, from which will be displayed the International Code of Signals Flag 'A'.

A safety zone of 200m round the vessels is to be kept during the above-mentioned dates and times.

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

Charts affected: BA 177, 2537, 2538

4th August, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 138 of 2023

Maintenance works on the slipway at Ir-Ramla tat-Torri, Mellieħa

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that maintenance works will be carried out on the slipway at Ir-Ramla tat-Torri, Mellieħa, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

The works will start on Monday, 31st July, 2023 and will be completed by Friday, 11th August, 2023.

The work will be carried out from land but will involve the use of divers who will be displaying the International Code of Signals Flag 'A', while diving is in progress.

A silt curtain will be laid along the line joining the points A, B, C and D.

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 59'.609 014° 21'.847 Coast

B 35° 59'.608 014° 21'.845

C 35° 59'.603 014° 21'.850

D 35° 59'.609 014° 21'.858 Coast

Due to the above, the slipway mentioned above will not be accessible while the works are being carried out. A safety distance of 10m from the silt curtain is to be kept, at all times.

Mariners and owners of vessels are to proceed at very low speed (no wake) when navigating close to the area and are to co-operate with the contractor on site.

All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.

Chart affected: BA 211

28th July, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 139 of 2023

Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 147 of 2022 regarding upgrading work on Pinto Wharf 4 and 5 and part of Lascaris Wharf in Il-Port il-Kbir

Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 147 of 2022.

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that the upgrading work on Pinto Wharf 4 and 5 and part of Lascaris Wharf in Il-Port il-Kbir, will not be completed within the time as planned. The completion date is therefore being extended to Saturday, 31st August, 2024.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 147 of 2022 is to be amended accordingly.

All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 147 of 2022 will remain valid.

Chart affected: BA 177

28th July, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 140 of 2023

Open Water Swimming Event in Il-Bajja ta' San Tumas – 2nd August, 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that an open water swimming event will be organised in Il-Bajja ta' San Tumas.

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

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 51'.300 014° 33'.933 Start / Finish

B 35° 51'.217 014° 33'.983

C 35° 51'.300 014° 34'.183

D 35° 51'.217 014° 33'.217

on Wednesday, 2nd August, 2023, from 5.00 p.m. till 8.00 p.m.

A club RHIB and a number of canoes will be accompanying the participating swimmers.

A large hi-viz buoy will be laid at each of the three points B, C and D to indicate the racecourse.

All mariners are directed to keep well clear of the area and, under no circumstances, are to transit through course A, B, C, D, B and A.

If due to weather conditions the event cannot be held at Il-Bajja ta' San Tumas, it will instead be held at Salina Bay on the same date and time, along the course X, Y and Z (as shown on the chart 2 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

X 35° 56'.932 014° 25'.660

Y 35° 57'.168 014° 25'.755

Z 35° 57'.148 014° 25'.808

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 and 2538

28th July, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 141 of 2023

Transportation by vessel of statue in Birżebbuġa – 3rd August, 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, would like to notify mariners that on Thursday, 3rd August, 2023, a Statue of St. Peter will be loaded on a vessel from the breakwater at St George's Bay, Birżebbuġa (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 8.15 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

28th July, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No 142 of 2023

Transportation by vessel of statue in Birżebbuġa – 4th August, 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, would like to notify mariners that on Friday, 4th August ,2023, a statue of St. Peter will be loaded on a vessel from the breakwater at St George's Bay Birżebbuġa (point A on attached chart) 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.

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

28th July, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 143 of 2023

Fireworks Display – Feast of St Dominic – Valletta – 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that aerial firework will be let off from St. Elmo Point – between St. Gregory Bastions (point A) and 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:

On Sunday 30th July 2023 from 8.00 a.m. till 8.10 a.m. and from 11.30 a.m. till 11.45 a.m.

On Saturday 5th August 2023 from 9.30 a.m. till 9.40 a.m., from noon till 12.10 p.m., and from 6.30 p.m. till 6.40 p.m.

On Sunday 6th August 2023 from 8.00 a.m. till 8.10 a.m., from noon till 12.10 p.m., from 7.15 p.m. till 7.35 p.m., and from 10.00 p.m. till 10.20 p.m.

Vessels moored within 200 metres from points A and B are to be removed and the areas kept clear during the displays.

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

Chart affected: BA 177

28th July, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 144 of 2023

Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 186 of 2022 regarding reconstruction works on a slipway at Il-Qala tal-Mistra in Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl

Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 186 of 2022.

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that the reconstruction works on a slipway at Il-Qala tal-Mistra in Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl will not be completed within the time as planned. The completion date is therefore being extended to Thursday, 31st August, 2023.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 186 of 2022 is to be amended accordingly.

All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 186 of 2022 will remain valid.

Chart affected: BA 211

28th July, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 145 of 2023

Further to Local Notices to Mariners Nos 8, 25, 86, 93 and 109 of 2023 regarding restricted areas round Malta due to danger of falling rocks

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the general public that further to Local Notices to Mariners Nos 8, 25, 86, 93 and 109 of 2023 regarding Restricted Areas round Malta due to danger of falling rocks, the following area is to be added to the list.

Il-Ħofra ż-Żgħira – An area of 50m radius centred on the following approximate position (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 50'.124 014° 33'.617

All conditions and advice mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 8 of 2023, will remain valid and will apply to this area also.

Chart affected: BA 36

28th July, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 132 of 2023

Fireworks – Feast of Balluta – 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that in connection with the feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel at Balluta Bay fireworks will be let off from a pontoon moored in the middle of St Julian's Bay.

The pontoon will be moored in position 'A', (as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) on Friday, 28th July, 2023 in the morning and will be removed on Monday, 31st July, 2023.

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 54'.966 014° 29'.682

The dates and times of the displays are as follows:

On Friday, 28th July, 2023, from 9.00 p.m. till 10.30 p.m.

On Saturday, 29th July, 2023, from 8.30 p.m. till 11.30 p.m.

On Sunday, 30th July, 2023, from 7.30 p.m. till 10.30 p.m.

All vessels and bathers are warned to keep well clear and maintain a safe distance of not less than 75m from Pontoon 'A', during the abovementioned days and times.

The pontoon will remain moored in position during the night and will have flashing lights.

All mariners are to note the above and 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

25th July, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 133 of 2023

Firework Displays in Grand Harbour – Vittoriosa Feast

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that fireworks 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.

A barge will be towed from its shipyard on Friday, 28th, or Saturday, 29th July, 2023, and moored at point Z, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Another barge will be towed from its shipyard on Monday, 31st July, 2023, and moored at point P, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

On Monday, 31st July, 2023, fireworks will be let off from these two barges from 8.00 a.m. till 8.10 a.m., from noon till 12.10 p.m. and from 7.30 p.m. till 7.50 p.m.

The other barge will be towed from its shipyard on Friday, 4th August, 2023 between and moored at point Y, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Fireworks will then be let off from the three barges as follows:

On Sunday, 6th August, 2023, from 8.00 a.m. till 8.10 a.m., from noon till 12.10 p.m., and from 8.00 p.m. till 8.15 p.m.

On Monday, 7th August, 2023, from 8.00 a.m. till 8.10 a.m., from noon till 12.10 p.m., and from 8.30 p.m. till 8.45 p.m.

On Tuesday, 8th August, 2023 from 8.00 a.m. till 8.10 a.m., from noon till 12.10 p.m., and from 8.45 p.m. till 9.15 p.m.

On Wednesday, 9th August, 2023 from 10.00 a.m. till 10.20 a.m., from noon till 12.10 p.m., from 7.00 p.m. till 7.20 p.m., and from 10.00 p.m. till 11.00 p.m.

On Thursday, 10th August, 2023, from 8.00 a.m. till 8.10 a.m., from noon till 12.20 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 Friday, 11th August, 2023.

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 liability whatsoever for any damage caused by the firework displays to any vessel and her ancillary equipment, whether such vessel and her ancillary equipment are left within the 200m safety zone, or outside such safety zone, from the point from which the fireworks are let off.

Chart affected: BA 177

25th July, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 134 of 2023

Birżebbuġa Sailing Club ‒ St Peter's Regatta 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, hereby notifies mariners that the Birżebbuġa Sailing Club shall be holding the St Peter's Regatta 2023 between Saturday, 29th July, 2023 and Sunday, 30th July, 2023.

Races shall take place from 9.00 a.m. till 5.00 p.m. (local time) on all days.

Class races shall take place over two (2) adjacent upwind/downwind courses, centred in the selected sailing area depending on the prevailing weather conditions. Chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) shows areas A, B and C.

The courses, around which the competitors shall have to sail, shall be defined by orange inflatable marks (waypoints) of about 1.5 meters in height.

Races will take place, only when no merchant vessel traffic is scheduled to enter or to depart, from the Malta Freeport Terminals.

Charts affected: BA 36, 2538

25th July, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 135 of 2023

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, 30th July, 2023, from 7.00 a.m. till 10.30 a.m.

A club RHIB 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 211, 2537 and 2538

25th July, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 136 of 2023

Ocean Festival Swim from Golden Bay to Għar Lapsi

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, hereby notifies mariners that a swim from Golden Bay to Għar Lapsi will be held on Monday, 31st July, 2023.

The swimmers will depart from Golden Bay (point A) at approximately 7.00 a.m. and finish at Għar Lapsi (point H) at approximately 2.00 p.m. They will be following the route along the points A, B, C, D, E, F, G and H as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Several vessels will be accompanying the swimmers.

Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout, navigate at slow speed (no wake) and keep well clear of the area during the stipulated time and giving the swimmers and the support vessels, a wide berth.

All mariners are to adhere closely to any instructions issued by on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS and by the maritime enforcement assets in the area.

Chart affected: BA 2537

25th July, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 137 of 2023

Water sampling from three different localities round Malta – May to June, 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that Water sampling from three different localities around Malta will be carried out on any days between Monday, 31st July, 2023 and Saturday, 30th September, 2023. The sampling will be carried out from 8.00 a.m. till 5.00 p.m.

The water sampling will be carried out by divers operating from a support vessel 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.

The support vessel will be collecting samples from within the area 1D, 1E, 1F, 1G, and 1H, as shown on 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.

The support vessel will be collecting samples from within the area 2D, 2E, 2F, 2G, and 2H, as shown on 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.

The support vessel will be collecting samples from within the area 3D, 3E, 3F, 3G, and 3H, as shown on 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 support vessel, will be restricted in her ability to manoeuvre and will display the appropriate signals and the lights and shapes 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 support 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 July, 2023

Local Notice to Mariners No. 124 of 2023

Fireworks Display – feast of St Joseph, Msida – 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that Chinese cakes/stoppini and ground fireworks will be let off at Ġużè Ellul Mercer Gardens, Msida Marina, Msida from point A and point B (as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) on the following date and time.

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 53'.735 014° 29'.429

B 35° 53'.755 014° 29'.421

On Thursday, 20th July 2023, from 11.45 p.m. till midnight;

On Friday, 21st July 2023, from 11.45 p.m. till midnight;

On Saturday, 22nd July 2023, from 11.00 p.m. till 11.15 p.m., and from midnight till 00.30 a.m.of Sunday, 23rd July, 2023;

On Sunday, 23rd July 2023, from 10.45 p.m. till 11.15 p.m., and from 11.00 p.m. till 11.10 p.m.

Masters and owners of vessels that are berthed within 20m safety zones from point A and point B, area shown in red on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), are to remove their vessels 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 and her ancillary equipment, whether such vessel and her ancillary equipment are left within the 20m safety zone, or outside such safety zone, from the points 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 officers on site.

Chart affected: BA 177

21st July, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 125 of 2023

Fireworks from Qolla l-Bajda, Żebbuġ – Gozo

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that Chinese cakes/stoppini and ground fireworks will be let off at Il- Qolla il-Bajda, Żebbuġ, Gozo, from point A (as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 36° 04'.771 014° 15'.037

The fireworks will be let off any time between Friday 21st July, 2023, at 8.30 p.m., and Saturday, 22nd July, 2023, at 2.00 a.m.

Masters and owners of vessels that are berthed within 100m safety zones from point A, area shown in red on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), are to remove their vessels 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 and her ancillary equipment, whether such vessel and her ancillary equipment are left within the 100m safety zone, or outside such safety zone, from the points 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 officers on site.

Chart Affected: BA 2537

21st July, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 126 of 2023

Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 99 of 2023, regarding backfilling works for submarine cable between Bridge Wharf and Fuel Wharf

Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 99 of 2023.

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that the Backfilling works for the submarine cable between Bridge Wharf and Fuel Wharf, will not be completed as planned. The completion date is therefore being extended to Monday, 31st July, 2023.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 99 of 2023 is being amended accordingly.

All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 99 of 2023 will remain valid.

Charts affected: BA 211, 2537

21st July, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 127 of 2023

Further to Local Notice to Mariners No. 124 of 2023, regarding fireworks display – feast of St Joseph, Msida – 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the general public that further to Local Notice to Mariners No. 124 of 2023, regarding fireworks display – feast of St Joseph, Msida – 2023, a display will also be taking place on Wednesday, 19th July, 2023, from 11.00 p.m. till 11.15 p.m.

Due to the above, any vessel which is within the designated area must also be removed on this date and time.

All conditions and directions laid down in Local Notice to Mariners No. 124 of 2023 will remain valid and will also apply on this day.

Chart affected: BA 177

21st July, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 128 of 2023

Fireworks displays – feast of St Anne, Marsaskala

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that firework displays will be let off from pontoons moored at the inner part of Marsaskala Bay. The pontoons will be moored between the two points A and B as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

The pontoons will be put in position on Saturday, 29th July, 2023, at 11.00 a.m., and will be removed on Sunday, 30th July, 2023, after the display.

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 51'.863 14° 33'.793

B 35° 51'.832 14° 33'.762

Fireworks will be let off on the following dates and times:

On Saturday, 29th July, 2023, from 11.00 p.m. till 11.30 p.m. and on Sunday, 30th July, 2023, from 10.00 p.m. till 10.30 p.m.

Vessels within the area in red, as shown on the chart , are to be removed. All vessel operators and bathers are warned to always keep clear from the pontoons during the above-mentioned days and while the pontoons are in position.

All vessels navigating in the innermost part of Marsaskala Bay are to proceed with caution and at a slow speed and they are to give a wide berth to the pontoons, on both given days.

Charts affected: BA 36, 2538

21st July, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 129 of 2023

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 Friday, 28th July, 2023, after 8.00 a.m., and will be removed after Saturday's display, that is at about 1.00 a.m. on Sunday, 30th July, 2023. When in position there will be a rope between the pontoons.

The barge will be moored in position on Thursday, 27th July, 2023, after 10.00 a.m., and will be removed on Monday, 31st July, 2023, at about 8.00 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 chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

The dates and times when fireworks will be let off are as follows:

On Friday, 28th July, 2023, from 8.00 a.m. till 8.10 a.m., from noon till 12.10 p.m., and from 9.30 p.m. till 10.00 p.m.;

On Saturday, 29th July, 2023, from 8.45 a.m. till 9.15 a.m., from 11.45 a.m. till 12.15 p.m., from 6.00 p.m. till 7.00 p.m., and from 9.15 p.m. till 11.00 p.m.;

On Sunday, 30th July, 2023, from 8.00 a.m. till 8.10 a.m., from noon till 12.10 p.m., from 7.15 p.m. till 8.45 p.m., and from 9.15 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, 28th July, 2023, at about 7.00 a.m., and transported to the barge.

The other fireworks will be loaded onto a tugboat from the jetty beneath Tarragon Restaurant, shown as point A on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), on Friday, 28th July, 2023, at about 7.00 a.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.

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

Charts affected: BA 211B, 211A

21st July, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 130 of 2023

Laying of boulders at Xemxija, St Paul's Bay

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the general public that boulders will be laid infront of a culvert at Xemxija, St Paul's Bay.

They will be laid within the area of 6 meters from approximately position A. Due to the above a safety distance of 10 meters from position A, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), is required while the boulders are being laid.

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 56'.763 14° 23'.012

The boulders will be laid on Friday, 21st July, 2023 and the work will be carried out from land.

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 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

21st July, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 131 of 2023

Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 121 of 2023 regarding maintenance works on the slipway in the inner part of Il-Bajja tas-Salina

Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 121 of 2023.

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that the maintenance works on the slipway in the inner part of Il-Bajja tas-Salina, will not be completed as planned. The completion date is therefore being extended to Saturday, 29th July, 2023.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 121 of 2023 is being amended accordingly.

All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 121 of 2023 will remain valid.

Chart affected: BA 211

21st July, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 122 of 2023

Fairway Established at Il-Bajja tax-Xlendi – Gozo

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that a fairway has been established as indicated on the attached chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) at Il-Bajja tax-Xlendi, Gozo.

The fairway is delineated by 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)).

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E) Description Flashing

A 36° 01'.752 14° 12'.841 Lateral Starboard Green

B 36° 01'.789 14° 12'.887 Lateral Starboard Green

C 36° 01'.802 14° 12'.968 Lateral Starboard Green

D 36° 01'.790 14° 12'.989 Lateral Starboard Green

E 36° 01'.816 14° 12'.999 Lateral Starboard Green

F 36° 01'.804 14° 12'.977 Preferred Channel Green (2+1)

G 36° 01'.791 14° 13'.013 Lateral Port Red

H 36° 01'.788 14° 13'.004 Lateral Port Red

I 36° 01'.758 14° 12'.836 Coast

J 36° 01'.794 14° 12'.883 Lateral Port Red

K 36° 01'.807 14° 12'.962 Coast

The buoys will be seasonal (from May till September).

No vessels are permitted to anchor or moor within the fairway.

All moorings and ground tackle within the fairway are to be removed by their owner without delay in the interest of safety of navigation. Any moorings and ground tackle that are left in the fairway, will be removed at the expense of their owner. No liability whatsover will be accepted by the Authority for any damage that may be caused while removing the said vessels and moorings.

Furthermore, mariners are reminded that it is prohibited to lay any moorings and ground tackle without the prior permission of the Authority.

All positions are referred to WGS 84 DATUM.

Chart affected: BA 211

18th July, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 123 of 2023

Fairway Established at Mġarr ix-Xini, Gozo

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that a fairway has been established as indicated on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) at Mġarr ix-Xini, Gozo.

The fairway is delineated by the points A, B, C, D, E and the coastline on the western side, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E) Description Flashing

A 36° 01'.037 14° 16'.366 Lateral Starboard Green

B 36° 01'.070 14° 16'.359 Lateral Starboard Green

C 36° 01'.099 14° 16'.342 Lateral Starboard Green

D 36° 01'.163 14° 16'.330 Lateral Starboard Green

E 36° 01'.215 14° 16'.268 Coast

The buoys will be seasonal (from May till September).

No vessels are permitted to anchor or moor within the fairway.

All moorings and ground tackle within the fairway are to be removed by their owner without delay in the interest of safety of navigation. Any moorings and ground tackle that are left in the fairway, will be removed at the expense of their owner. No liability whatsoever will be accepted by the Authority for any damage that may be caused while removing the said vessels and moorings.

Furthermore, mariners are reminded that it is prohibited to lay any moorings and ground tackle without the prior permission of the Authority.

All positions are referred to WGS 84 DATUM.

Chart affected: BA 211

18th July, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 26 of 2023

Cancellation of Notice to Mariners No. 24 of 2023 regarding Għallis North cardinal buoy –

top marks missing

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Għallis North cardinal buoy mentioned in Notice to Mariners No. 24 of 2023, has been REPAIRED.

Notice to Mariners No. 24 of 2023 is hereby CANCELLED.

18th July, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 121 of 2023

Maintenance works on the slipway in the inner part of Il-Bajja tas-Salina

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that maintenance works will be carried out on the slipway in the inner part of Il-Bajja tas-Salina, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

The works will start on Tuesday, 11th July, 2023, and will be completed by Saturday, 22nd July, 2023.

Due to the above, the slipway mentioned above will not be accessible while the works are being carried out. A safety distance of 20m from the slipway is to be kept, at all times.

Mariners and owners of vessels are to proceed at very low speed (no wake) when navigating close to the area and are to co-operate with the contractor on site.

All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.

Chart affected: BA 211

14th July, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 119 of 2023

Swimming Activity, being part of a triathlon at Il-Bajja tas-Salina – 16th July, 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that Birkirkara St Joseph Sports Club will be organising the swimming part of a triathlon in 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'.112 014° 25'.763

C 35° 57'.100 014° 25'.783

on Sunday, 16th July, 2023, from 6.00 a.m. till 11.00 a.m.

A club RHIB 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. 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 officers on site.

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

11th July, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 120 of 2023

Fireworks Display – Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel – Valletta

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that fireworks display in connection with the feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel will be let off from beneath St Gregory Bastions, Valletta, from point A (as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) on the following dates and times:

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 54'.204 014° 31'.039

On Saturday 15th July 2023, from 10.30 a.m. till 10.55 a.m., from 7.00 p.m. till 7.30 p.m., and from 9.45 p.m. till 10.15 p.m.

On Sunday, 16th July, 2023, from 8.00 a.m. till 8.10 a.m., from noon till 12.10 p.m., from 7.30 p.m. till 8.00 p.m., and from 9.00 p.m. till 9.30 p.m.

Mariners are to keep a safe distance of at least 200 metres from the position indicated.

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

Transport Malta will accept no liability whatsoever for any damage caused by the firework displays to any vessel and her ancillary equipment, whether such vessel and her ancillary equipment are 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, while entering and navigating between Marsamxett Harbour and Grand Harbour.

Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM.

Chart effected: BA 177

11th July, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 25 of 2023

MEDIAS 2023 Survey and Research between Malta and Sicily

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that acoustic survey and research will be carried out between Malta and Sicily.

Weather permitting the survey/research is planned to commence on Sunday, 16th July, 2023 and be completed by Saturday, 22nd July, 2023 and will be working day and night within the area A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H I and J.

Point Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 58'.949 014° 26'.116

B 35° 43'.150 014° 31'.344

C 35° 33'.233 014° 42'.604

D 35° 29'.367 014° 55'.674

E 35° 30'.544 015° 09'.346

F 36° 28'.866 015° 24'.628

G 36° 35'.421 015° 18'.194

H 36° 37'.102 015° 10'.553

I 36° 38'.783 015° 02'.108

J 36° 40'.463 014° 53'.462

Part of the work consists of the survey vessel towing a pelagic net and sometimes she will also be stationary therefore she will be restricted in her ability to manoeuvre.

The survey vessel shall exhibit the appropriate lights and shape signals in accordance with the Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea 1972 (COLREGS) and with the International Code of Signals.

Mariners are instructed to navigate with caution when the above-mentioned vessel is sighted and maintain a safe distance of 0.50 nautical mile from the vessels.

They are to observe any instructions given on VHF Channel 69 and/or 16 by Malta Coastal Station (Malta VTS) and on VHF Channel 12 by Valletta VTS when crossing the channel between Sicily and Malta.

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

Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM

11th July, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 114 of 2023

Under 18 Regatta races in Rinella Bay – 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that Under 18 regatta races will be held in Rinella Bay, Kalkara, the Grand Harbour.

The regatta races will be held on Saturday, 8th July, 2023, from 3.00 p.m. till 7.00 p.m.

Four (4) buoys will be laid in positions A, B, C and D, as indicated on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), to delineate the race area.

Any vessel which is within the designated area, which includes all Rinella Bay, must be removed by Saturday, 8th July, 2023, at 1.00 p.m.

The buoys will be laid on Saturday, 8th July, 2023, from 1.00 p.m. No vessel will be allowed to enter the designated area unless by special permission issued by Transport Malta. The buoys will be removed at the end of the races.

The positions of the buoys will be as follows:

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 53'.845 14° 31'.355

B 35° 53'.656 14° 31'.614

C 35° 53'.612 14° 31'.565

D 35° 53'.800 14° 31'.306

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

7th July, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 115 of 2023

Further to Local Notice to Mariners No. 114 of 2023 regarding Under 18 Regatta races in Rinella Bay – 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the general public that further to Local Notice to Mariners No. 114 of 2023 regarding Under 18 Regatta races in Rinella Bay – 2023, there will also be training sessions, within the same area, between Wednesday, 5th July, 2023 and Friday, 7th July, 2023.

Due to the above, any vessel which is within the designated area, which includes all Rinella Bay, must be removed from Wednesday, 5th July, 2023 to Friday, 7th July, 2023.

All conditions and advice mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 114 of 2023, will remain valid and will also apply on these days.

Chart affected: BA 177

7th July, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 116 of 2023

Fireworks Display – Our Lady of Mount Carmel – Gżira feast

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies Mariners that firework displays will be let off from the foreshore in Tas-Sliema Creek, centred in positions A and B, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt):

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 54'.316 014° 30'.257

B 35° 54'.275 014° 29'.775

The aerial fireworks display will take place from Manoel Island at point A, as shown in red on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), on the following dates and times:

On Saturday, 8th July, 2023, from 8.00 a.m. till 8.15 a.m., from noon till 12.15 p.m., from 6.00 p.m. till 6.45 p.m., and from 10.00 p.m. till 11.00 p.m.

Due to another event being held at Il-Fortizza Manoel, depending on wind direction the firework display being held on Saturday, 8th July, 2023 from 10.00 p.m. till 11.00 p.m., may have to take place from point C instead, as shown in blue on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

C 35° 54'.296 014° 30'.363

On Sunday, 9th July, 2023 from 8.00 a.m. till 8.15 a.m., from noon till 12.15 p.m., from 7.00 p.m. till 8.30 p.m., and from 9.00 p.m. till 10.30 p.m.

Small fireworks will also be let off from near the bridge at point B, as shown in magenta on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), on the following date and time:

On Saturday, 8th July, 2023, from 11.00 p.m. till 11.59 p.m.

In view of the above, mariners are informed that navigation within 200 meters from the above-mentioned point A in Marsamxett Harbour will be prohibited during the time of the fireworks.

All craft moored within 200m from points A or C and 50m from point B (as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) are to be removed on the above-mentioned dates and times of the fireworks displays.

All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement officers on site.

Chart affected: BA 177

7th July, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 117 of 2023

Fireworks Display from the Foreshore off Il-Fortizza Manoel – 8th July, 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a 3-minute fireworks display will be let off from the foreshore of Il-Fortizza Manoel on Saturday, 8th July, 2023. 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'.223 14° 30'.469

The fireworks display will take place at about 10.30 p.m.

In view of the above, mariners are advised to keep 60 metres away from point A on the above-mentioned date and time.

Any boats berthed or anchored within the area shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) are to be removed during the above-mentioned date and time.

All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement officers on site.

Chart affected: BA 177

7th July, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 118 of 2023

Fireworks Display – Feast of St Joseph – Kalkara – 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that fireworks will be let off from Kalkara Creek (point A), Rinella Bay (point B) and from a barge moored off Bighi (point Y), as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), from the approximate positions on the dates and times as follows:

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 53'.318 014° 31'.516

B 35° 53'.581 014° 31'.610

Y 35° 53'.624 014° 31'.228

In Kalkara Creek from the area known as 'Taħt is-swar tal-Posta ta' Kastilja u ta' Aragona' (point A):

On Saturday, 15th July, 2023, from 10.00 p.m. till 11.30 p.m.;

On Sunday, 16th July, 2023, from 10.00 p.m. till 11.00 p.m,

In Rinella Bay, Kalkara (point B):

On Friday, 14th July, 2023, from 8.00 a.m. till 8.10 a.m., from noon till 12.10 p.m., and from 9.00 p.m. till midnight.

From a barge moored off Bighi (point Y):

On Saturday, 15th July, 2023, from 10.30 p.m. till 11.30 p.m.

Mariners are to note that the barge will be moored at Kalkara Quay in Rinella Bay on Wednesday 12th July, 2023. On Friday 14th July, 2023, it will then be towed to point Y, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) . On Saturday, 15th July, 2023, the fireworks will be mounted in place on the barge and will be let off in the evening. The barge will remain in this position up to Monday, 17th July, 2023, when it will be towed back to its shipyard.

Since the barge will remain in position at point Y from Saturday, 15th July, 2023 to Monday, 17th July, 2023, it will be exhibiting lights.

In view of the above, mariners are to give a wide berth of 100 meters from the area known as 'Taħt is-swar tal-Posta ta' Kastilja u ta' Aragona' in Kalkara Creek (point A), they are also to give a wide berth of 200 meters from Rinella Bay, Kalkara (point B) and from the barge off Bighi (point Y), as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

All Vessels within 100 metres radius from point A and 200 metres radius from point B are to be removed on the above-mentioned dates and times of the displays.

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

7th July, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 112 of 2023

Mooring of inflatable information buoy outside Xlendi Bay – Seasonal

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a 1m x 1m inflatable information buoy will been placed off Xlendi Bay, Gozo, centred on position A as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

The approximate position is:

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 36º 01'.738 014º 12'.874

The inflatable information buoy will be left in its position between June and September.

Masters and operators of vessels are advised to keep a sharp lookout, navigate with caution and at slow speed (no wake) when navigating close to the above-mentioned position.

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

Chart affected: BA 211

4th July, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 113 of 2023

Open Water Swimming Event at Ċirkewwa – 5th July, 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that an open water swimming event will be organised at Cirkewwa.

The race will be held along the course A, B, C and D (as shown on chart 1 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)), on Wednesday, 5th July, 2023, from 6.30 p.m. till 8.30 p.m.

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 59'.217 014° 19'.833

B 35° 59'.267 014° 19'.850

C 35° 59'.283 014° 20'.150

D 35° 59'.283 014° 20'.450

A club RHIB and a number of canoes will be accompanying the participating swimmers.

A large hi-viz buoy will be laid at each of the three points B, C and D to indicate the racecourse.

All mariners are directed to keep well clear of the area and, under no circumstances, are to transit through course A, B, C and D.

If due to weather conditions the event cannot be held at Ċirkewwa, it will instead be held at Salina Bay on the same date and time, along the course X, Y and Z (as shown on the chart 2 found in Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

X 35° 56'.932 014° 25'.660

Y 35° 57'.182 014° 25'.708

Z 35° 57'.078 014° 25'.765

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 177, 2537 and 2538

4th July, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 112 of 2023

Mooring of inflatable information buoy outside Xlendi Bay – Seasonal

The approximate position is:

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 36º 01'.738 014º 12'.874

The inflatable information buoy will be left in its position between June and September.

Masters and operators of vessels are advised to keep a sharp lookout, navigate with caution and at slow speed (no wake) when navigating close to the above-mentioned position.

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

Chart affected: BA 211

4th July, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 113 of 2023

Open Water Swimming Event at Ċirkewwa – 5th July, 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that an open water swimming event will be organised at Cirkewwa.

The race will be held along the course A, B, C and D (as shown on chart 1 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)), on Wednesday, 5th July, 2023, from 6.30 p.m. till 8.30 p.m.

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 59'.217 014° 19'.833

B 35° 59'.267 014° 19'.850

C 35° 59'.283 014° 20'.150

D 35° 59'.283 014° 20'.450

A club RHIB and a number of canoes will be accompanying the participating swimmers.

A large hi-viz buoy will be laid at each of the three points B, C and D to indicate the racecourse.

All mariners are directed to keep well clear of the area and, under no circumstances, are to transit through course A, B, C and D.

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

X 35° 56'.932 014° 25'.660

Y 35° 57'.182 014° 25'.708

Z 35° 57'.078 014° 25'.765

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 177, 2537 and 2538

4th July, 2023

Notice to Mariners No. 23 of 2023

Vessels Towing Fish Cages

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners navigating in the Sicilian Channel and South of Malta that a considerable number of vessels are towing fish cages within the Territorial Waters (12 NM) drifting from the Northeast to the Southeast of the Maltese coast and vice versa.

During the month of April, cages are shifted on the hard for maintenance purposes.

During the months April/May, cages are fitted with nets and are towed to OTW.

The towing of the fish cages is mainly carried out between June and July. There could also be fish cages waiting to be towed in, just inside and outside the Maltese Territorial Waters.

The towing vessels, in line with the International Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea, are deemed vessels restricted in the ability to maneuver (RAM), displaying the appropriate day and night signals and are to be treated accordingly.

Mariners are warned to keep a sharp lookout and to maintain a minimum of 1 nautical mile off each towing vessel when sighted.

Charts affected: BA 194, 2123, 2124

30th June, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 24 of 2023

Għallis North Cardinal Buoy – Top Marks Missing

Reference is made to BA Charts 2537 – Ghawdex (Gozo), Kemmuna (Comino) and the northern part of Malta and 2538 – Malta.

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Għallis North Cardinal Buoy in position:

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

35° 57'.310 014° 26'.840

Flashing quick, has the top mark MISSING.

Charts affected BA 2537, 2538, 194

Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM

30th June, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 110 of 2023

Fireworks display from Saint Elmo Breakwater Arm in the Grand Harbour – 29th June, 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a firework display will be let off from St. Elmo Breakwater Arm in the Grand Harbour, from 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'.182 14° 31'.390

The displays will take place on Thursday, 29th June, 2023, at the following times:

from 7.30 p.m. till 8.30 p.m.; and

from 9.30 p.m. till 11.00 p.m.

Mariners are to note the above and keep a safe distance of at least 200m from point A.

Transport Malta will accept no liability whatsoever for any damage caused by the firework displays to any vessel and her ancillary equipment, whether such vessel and her ancillary equipment are 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 officers on site.

Chart affected: BA 177

27th June, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 111 of 2023

Fireworks display from the Foreshore off Il-Fortizza Manoel – 28th June, 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a 5-minute fireworks display will be let off from the foreshore of Il-Fortizza Manoel on Wednesday, 28th June, 2023. 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'.223 14° 30'.469

The fireworks display will take place at about 10.30 p.m.

In view of the above, mariners are advised to keep 60 metres away from point A on the above-mentioned date and time.

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

All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement officers on site.

Chart affected: BA 177

27th June, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 105 of 2023

Barge moored at Manoel Island for Mediterranean Film Festival

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a flat barge associated with Mediterranean Film Festival will be moored at Manoel Island in front of Fortizza Manoel, as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

The barge will be moored in position on Saturday, 24th June, 2023, and removed on Sunday, 2nd July, 2023.

The flat barge which has an overall length of 40 meters will be berthed stern-to. The barge will be used as a landing platform from which passengers will be able to embark or disembark. It will remain in position for the whole duration, and it will exhibit a light at the most seaward section of the barge.

Mariners and operators of vessels are advised to keep a sharp lookout, proceed with caution, at very slow speed and give the barge a wide berth of at least 70 metres all round.

Moreover, they are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement officers on site.

Chart affected: BA 177

23rd June, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 106 of 2023

Maintenance works on slipway at Ix-Xatt ta' Spinola in Il-Bajja ta' San Ġiljan

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that maintenance works will be carried out on the slipway at Ix-Xatt ta' Spinola in Il-Bajja ta' San Ġiljan.

The works will start on Friday, 30th June, 2023 and will be completed by Saturday, 1st July, 2023.

Some of the works will also be carried out by scuba divers who will be displaying the International Code of Signals Flag 'A', while works are being carried out.

Due to the above, the slipway mentioned above will not be accessible while the works are being carried out. A safety distance of 20m from the slipway is to be kept at all times.

Mariners and owners of vessels are to proceed at very low speed (no wake) when navigating close to the area and are to co-operate with the contractor on site.

All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.

Chart affected: BA 177

23rd June, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 107 of 2023

Fireworks Display – Feast of Our Lady of Sacro Cuor – Tas-Sliema – 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies Mariners that firework displays will be let off in Id-Daħla ta' Tas-Sliema, Marsamxett Harbour.

Aerial fireworks will be let off from points A and B, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), on the following dates and times:

On Saturday, 1st July, 2023, from 9.00 a.m. till 9.15 a.m., from noon till 12.30 p.m., from 6.15 p.m. till 7.15 p.m., and from 9.30 p.m. till 11.30 p.m;

On Sunday, 2nd July, 2023, from 9.00 a.m. till 9.15 a.m., from noon till 12.30 p.m., and from 6.45 p.m. till 10.00 p.m.

In view of the above, mariners are informed that navigation within 200 meters from positions A and B, in Marsamxett Harbour will be prohibited on the mentioned dates and times.

All craft moored within the indicated area (as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) are to be removed on the above-mentioned dates and times of the fireworks displays.

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

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

Chart Affected: BA 177

23rd June, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 108 of 2023

Fireworks Display from the Foreshore off Il-Fortizza Manoel – 30th June, 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a fireworks display will be let off from the foreshore of Il-Fortizza Manoel on Friday, 30th June, 2023. 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'.223 14° 30'.469

The fireworks display will take place from 8.30 p.m. till midnight.

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 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 and her ancillary equipment, whether such vessel and her ancillary equipment are left within the 150m 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 officers on site.

Chart affected: BA 177

23rd June, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 109 of 2023

Further to Local Notice to Mariners Nos 8, 25, 86 and 93 of 2023 regarding restricted areas round Malta due to danger of falling rocks

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the general public that further to Local Notice to Mariners Nos 8, 25, 86 and 93 of 2023 regarding restricted areas round Malta due to danger of falling rocks, the following area is to be added to the list.

Ir-Ramla ta' Għajn Tuffieħa – The area A, B, C, D, E, and the intermediate coastline, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

All conditions and advice mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 8 of 2023, will remain valid and will apply to this area also.

Chart affected: BA 2537, 2538

23rd June, 2023

Local Notice to Mariners No. 104 of 2023

Special Marker Buoys Delineating the 200 and 300 metre Speed Restriction Zones

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that in addition to the permanent speed limit buoys, special marker buoys will be placed around the Maltese Islands to delineate the 200 and 300 metre speed restriction zones (10 Knots and 5 Knots) from the shore. The placement of the buoys is seasonal, from June to October, but may still be in place after this date.

Special Mark Buoys 1.5 metres in diameter, fitted with a light flashing yellow 1 every 4 seconds '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 Xropp l-Għaġin 10 Knots 35° 50'.298 014° 34'.030

B33 St Peter's Pool 10 Knots 35° 49'.903 014° 33'.897

B34 Dellimara 10 Knots 35° 49'.388 014° 33'.857

B35 Il-Ġnejna 10 Knots 35° 55'.473 014° 20'.354

B36 Għajn Tuffieħa 10 Knots 35° 55'.800 014° 20'.495

B37 Il-Mixquqa 10 Knots 35° 55'.965 014° 20'.464

The following buoys placed at Mġarr ix-Xini – Gozo, Blue Lagoon – Comino, Mellieħa – off the beach, Il-Gżejjer North and Xemxija inner, delineate a 5 Knots maximum speed limit.

Bays Speed Latitude Longitude

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

B4 San Niklaw Bay 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 Outer 5 Knots 36° 01'.004 014° 19'.226

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 the 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 June, 2023

Local Notice to Mariners No. 99 of 2023

Backfilling works for submarine cable between Bridge Wharf and Fuel Wharf

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the general public that backfilling works will be carried out over the submarine cable between Bridge Wharf and Fuel Wharf at the Grand Harbour.

The backfilling work is to commence on Wednesday, 14th June, 2023, and is expected to be completed by Wednesday, 19th July, 2023.

The backfilling work will be carried out within the area A, B, C, D 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° 52'.918 014° 30'.171

B 35° 52'.923 014° 30'.049

C 35° 52'.948 014° 30'.041

D 35° 52'.942 014° 30'.175

The backfilling work will be carried out from a barge which will be moored within the above-mentioned area while the work is being carried out. Some of the works will be carried out by scuba divers. They will be assisted by a support vessel which shall exhibit the appropriate lights and shape signals in accordance with the Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at sea. 1972 (Colregs) and with the International Code of Signals.

All traffic movements in the vicinity of the area may be restricted. Permission to transit the area is to be obtained from Valletta VTS prior to approaching the area.

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 issued on VHF channel 12 / 16 by Valletta VTS and any enforcement agency on site.

Chart affected: BA 177

16th June, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 100 of 2023

'No Entry' area due to damaged lantern base at Ċirkewwa

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the lantern base at Cirkewwa in approximate position A, has been damaged.

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 59'.359 14° 19'.677

Due to this damage a 'No Entry' area, as shown in red on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), has been established.

Mariners are to note the above and to keep out of the indicated area at all times due to this danger.

Chart affected: BA 211

16th June, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 101 of 2023

Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 95 of 2023 regarding diving survey (benthic) along the coast at Gżira in Il-Port ta' Marsamxett

Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 95 of 2023.

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that the diving survey (benthic) along the coast at Gżira in Il-Port ta' Marsamxett, will not be completed within the time as planned. The completion date is therefore being extended to Friday, 30th June, 2023.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 95 of 2023 is to be amended accordingly.

All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 95 of 2023 will remain valid.

Chart affected: BA 177

16th June, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 102 of 2023

Open water swimming event near Exiles in Il-Bajja ta' San Ġiljan – 21st June, 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that an open water swimming event will be organised near Exiles in Il-Bajja ta' San Ġiljan.

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° 55'.083 014° 29'.890

B 35° 54'.991 014° 29'.745

C 35° 55'.219 014° 29'.891

on Wednesday 21st June 2023, from 4.30 p.m. till 8.30 p.m.

A club RHIB and a number of canoes will be accompanying the participating swimmers.

A large hi-viz buoy will be laid at each of the three points A, B and C to indicate the racecourse.

All mariners are directed to keep well clear of the area and, under no circumstances, are to transit through course A, B and C.

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 177, 2537 and 2538

16th June, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 103 of 2023

Round Malta/Gozo record attempt

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that two world record attempts, one round Malta and the other round Malta/Gozo, will be held on Monday 19th June, 2023, weather permitting.

The start/finish of the round Malta attempt and the round Malta/Gozo attempt will be from the imaginary line joining the points A and A1.

Two yellow mega buoys will be laid in position A and A1 prior to the start of the round Malta attempt, to indicate the start/finish gate as shown on the charts found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) and will be removed after the finish of the round Malta/Gozo attempt.

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E) Colour

A 35° 55'.168 014° 30'.346 Yellow

A1 35° 55'.107 014° 30'.271 Yellow

Both routes will run in a counter-clockwise direction.

The round Malta attempt will start from the start/finish gate at 6.00 a.m.; arrive at Ċirkewwa point at approximately 6.15 a.m.; Filfla at approximately 6.41 a.m.; Marsaxlokk east cardinal mark at approximately 6.56 a.m.; and back at the start/finish gate at approximately 7.11 a.m.

Then the round Malta/Gozo attempt will start as soon as the vessel passes the start/finish line for the round Malta attempt; arrive off Gozo at approximately 7.31 a.m.; Filfla at approximately 8.03 a.m.; Marsaxlokk east cardinal mark at approximately 8.16 a.m.; and back at the start/finish gate at approximately 8.31 a.m.

During the times noted above, which are approximate, mariners in the area are to navigate with extreme caution, at a safe speed and keep off the indicated course as noted on the attached charts. Moreover, they are to obey any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement officers on site.

Charts affected: BA 194, 2537 and 2538

16th June, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 98 of 2023

Swimming Activity, being part of a Triathlon at Il-Bajja tas-Salina – 18th June, 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that Birkirkara St. Joseph Sports Club will be organising the swimming part of a Triathlon in 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'.112 014° 25'.763

C 35° 57'.100 014° 25'.783

on Sunday, 18th June, 2023, from 6.00 a.m. till 11.00 a.m.

A club RHIB 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. 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 officers on site.

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

13th June, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 94 of 2023

Swimming activity being part of a Triathlon at Il-Bajja tas-Salina – 11th June, 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that Birkirkara St. Joseph Sports Club will be organising the swimming part of a Triathlon in 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'.112 014° 25'.763

C 35° 57'.100 014° 25'.783

on Sunday, 11th June, 2023, from 6.00 a.m. till 11.00 a.m.

A club RHIB 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. 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 officers on site.

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

9th June, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 95 of 2023

Diving survey (benthic) along the coast at Gżira in Il-Port ta' Marsamxett

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that diving survey (benthic) will be held along the coast at Gżira in Il-Port ta' Marsamxett.

The diving survey will be held between Thursday, 8th June, 2023 and Friday, 16th April, 2023, within the area formed by joining the points A, B, C, D, and E as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)),

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 54'.218 014° 29'.739

B 35° 54'.220 014° 29'.747

C 35° 54'.245 014° 29'.757

D 35° 54'.249 014° 29'.756

E 35° 54'.252 014° 29'.750

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

A safety zone of 50m from the above 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 above indicated areas. They are to comply with instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS.

Chart affected: BA 117

9th June, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 96 of 2023

Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 186 of 2022 regarding reconstruction works on a slipway at Il-Qala tal-Mistra in Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl

Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 186 of 2022.

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that the reconstruction works on a slipway at Il-Qala tal-Mistra in Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl will not be completed within the time as planned. The completion date is therefore being extended to Monday, 31st July, 2023.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 186 of 2022 is to be amended accordingly.

All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 186 of 2022 will remain valid.

Chart affected: BA 211

9th June, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 97 of 2023

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

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a seabed clean-up operation by divers in id-Daħla tad-Dockyard, Senglea side, within the area shown in red on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), will be held on Saturday, 10th June, 2023, from 8.00 a.m. till 1.00 p.m.

The divers will be exhibiting the international code of Signals Flag 'A'.

Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate with extreme caution and at slow speed when in the vicinity, on the stipulated date.

They are to cooperate with the organisers and to comply with any instructions issued on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.

Charts affected: BA 177

9th June, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 22 of 2023

Monaco to Malta powerboat world record attempt

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a Monaco to Malta powerboat world record attempt will be held on Tuesday, 13th June, 2023, weather permitting. The start of the race will be from Monaco and the 'ThunderChild II' will enter Maltese waters from 10.30 a.m. till 2.30 p.m., depending on the weather conditions. She will be approaching from the northeast of Gozo passing to the east of Gozo.

The 'ThunderChild II' will then proceed to the imaginary finish line A to B off Il-Ponta tad-Dragunara, as seen on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt). A 10m white RHIB 'Fender' will be close to point B.

A large yellow buoy will be laid at point B

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35º 56'.555 014º 31'.341

B 35º 57'.743 014º 31'.270

On the above date, mariners in the area are to navigate with extreme caution, at a safe speed and keep out of the way of the 'ThunderChild II' when spotted. Loitering in the area close to the finish line A-B is to be avoided. Moreover, 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 194, 2124, 2537 and 2538

9th June, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 91 of 2023

Cancellation of Local Notice to Mariners No. 180 of 2022 regarding laying of silt curtain next to quay at Ċirkewwa Comino Berth

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that since the works next to the Cirkewwa Comino Berth has been completed, the silt curtain is no longer required.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 180 of 2022 is hereby CANCELLED.

2nd June, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 92 of 2023

Open Water Swimming Event in Il-Bajja ta' Għar id-Dud, Tas-Sliema – 7th June, 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that an open water swimming event will be organised in Il-Bajja ta' Għar id-Dud, Tas-Sliema.

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° 54'.683 014° 30'.483

B 35° 54'.867 014° 30'.517

C 35° 54'.783 014° 30'.700

on Wednesday, 7th June, 2023, from 7.30 a.m. till 10.30 a.m.

A club RHIB and a number of canoes will be accompanying the participating swimmers.

A large hi-viz buoy will be laid at each of the three points A, B and C to indicate the racecourse.

All mariners are directed to keep well clear of the area and, under no circumstances, are to transit through course A, B and C.

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 and 2538

2nd June, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 93 of 2023

Further to Local Notice to Mariners Nos 8, 25 and 86 of 2023 regarding restricted areas round Malta due to danger of falling rocks

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the general public that further to Local Notice to Mariners Nos 8, 25 and 86 of 2023 regarding Restricted Areas round Malta due to danger of falling rocks, the following area is to be added to the list.

Il-Ħofra il-Kbira – The area A, B, C, D, and the intermediate coastline, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

All conditions and advice mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 8 of 2023, will remain valid and will apply to this area also.

Chart affected: BA 36

2nd June, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 91 of 2023

Cancellation of Local Notice to Mariners No. 180 of 2022 regarding laying of silt curtain next to quay at Ċirkewwa Comino Berth

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that since the works next to the Cirkewwa Comino Berth has been completed, the silt curtain is no longer required.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 180 of 2022 is hereby CANCELLED.

2nd June, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 92 of 2023

Open Water Swimming Event in Il-Bajja ta' Għar id-Dud, Tas-Sliema – 7th June, 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that an open water swimming event will be organised in Il-Bajja ta' Għar id-Dud, Tas-Sliema.

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° 54'.683 014° 30'.483

B 35° 54'.867 014° 30'.517

C 35° 54'.783 014° 30'.700

on Wednesday, 7th June, 2023, from 7.30 a.m. till 10.30 a.m.

A club RHIB and a number of canoes will be accompanying the participating swimmers.

A large hi-viz buoy will be laid at each of the three points A, B and C to indicate the racecourse.

All mariners are directed to keep well clear of the area and, under no circumstances, are to transit through course A, B and C.

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 and 2538

2nd June, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 93 of 2023

Further to Local Notice to Mariners Nos 8, 25 and 86 of 2023 regarding restricted areas round Malta due to danger of falling rocks

Il-Ħofra il-Kbira – The area A, B, C, D, and the intermediate coastline, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

All conditions and advice mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 8 of 2023, will remain valid and will apply to this area also.

Chart affected: BA 36

2nd June, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 87 of 2023

Swimming part of an event from ċirkewwa to Valletta

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a swimming/running event will be held on Saturday 3rd June, 2023, from Cirkewwa to Valletta. There will be safety boats in each individual swim at all times.

The swimming part of the event will follow the route (as shown on the charts 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 A to B chart 1 from 10.10 a.m. till 11.10 a.m.

from C to D chart 2 from 11.25 a.m. till noon

from E to F chart 3 from 12.10 p.m. till 1.00 p.m.

from G to H chart 4 from 1.30 p.m. till 2.05 p.m.

from I to J chart 4 from 1.55 p.m. till 2.30 p.m.

from K to L chart 5 from 2.25 p.m. till 3.10 p.m.

If the event cannot be held on the abovementioned date, another attempt will take place on Saturday, 10th June, 2023 or Saturday, 17th June, 2023, along the same route and at the same times.

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

26th May, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 88 of 2023

Fireworks Display from the Foreshore off Il-Fortizza Manoel – 31st May, 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a 5-minute fireworks display will be let off from the foreshore of Il-Fortizza Manoel on Wednesday 31st May 2023. 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'.223 14° 30'.469

The fireworks display will take place at about 11.00 p.m.

In view of the above, mariners are advised to keep 60 metres away from point A on the above-mentioned date and time.

Any boats berthed or anchored within the area shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) are to be removed during the above-mentioned date and time.

All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement officers on site.

Chart affected: BA 177

26th May, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 89 of 2023

Seabed clean-up next to Fish Market in the Grand Harbour

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a seabed clean-up operation by divers, will take place next to Fish Market in the Grand Harbour.

The clean-up, which 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). The clean-up will be held on Saturday, 3rd June, 2023, from 8.00 a.m. till noon.

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 53'.756 014° 30'.863

B 35° 53'.748 014° 30'.878

C 35° 53'.819 014° 31'.110

D 35° 53'.827 014° 31'.104

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

If the clean-up cannot be held on the above-mentioned date it will be held on Saturday, 10th June, 2023, at the same place 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.

Charts affected: BA 177

26th May, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 90 of 2023

Fireworks Display from the Foreshore off Il-Fortizza Manoel – 30th May, 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a 5-minute fireworks display will be let off from the foreshore of Il-Fortizza Manoel on Tuesday, 30th May, 2023. 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'.223 14° 30'.469

The fireworks display will take place at about 9.30 p.m.

In view of the above, mariners are advised to keep 60 metres away from point A on the above-mentioned date and time.

Any boats berthed or anchored within the area shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) are to be removed during the above-mentioned date and time.

All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement officers on site.

Chart affected: BA 177

26th May, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 82 of 2023

Fireworks Display from the foreshore at Il-Ponta ta' Sant'Iermu (Wedding)

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a fireworks display will be let off from the foreshore at Il-Ponta ta' Sant'Iermu, Valletta, from approximately the following position, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt):

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 54'.163 014° 31'.226

The fireworks display from the above position will be let off on Saturday, 20th May, 2023, from 8.30 p.m. till 10.00 p.m.

In view of the above, mariners are advised to keep a safe distance of at least 200 metres away from point A on the above-mentioned date and time.

Transport Malta will accept no liability whatsoever for any damage caused by the displays to any vessel and her ancillary equipment, whether such vessel and her ancillary equipment are left within the 200m safety zone, or outside such safety zone, from the point from which the display is to be held.

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

23rd May, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 83 of 2023

Filming underwater at different localities – Surviving Earth

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

Filming may be carried out on any days between Monday, 29th May, 2023 and Wednesday, 14th June, 2023, from 7.00 a.m. till midnight, at any of the following localities listed below, as seen on the charts found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Area 1 – Crystal Lagoon, Comino

Area 2 – Open sea, East of Comino

Area 3 – Armier/Little Armier Bay

Area 4 – Cominotto

Area 5 – Għajn Tuffieħa

Area 6 – Open sea, West of Ras il-Qammieħ

Area 7 – Mġarr ix-Xini

Area 8 – Mellieħa Bay

Area 9 – Santa Marija Caves, Comino

Area 10 – Anchor Bay

Area 11 – Ras il-Qammieħ

Area 12 – Il-Borġ l-Aħmar

Area 13 – Ras l-Irqieqa, Comino

The filming will be carried out by scuba divers who will be accompanied by a number of support vessels. All the accompanying vessels will be displaying the international code of Signals Flag 'A'.

During the filming, all unauthorised vessels are to keep clear of the area where the filming is being carried out and shall keep outside of a safety zone of 50m radius around the support vessels.

Mariners and vessel operators are to keep watch on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, keep a sharp look out and navigate at slow speed when in the vicinity of the above area during the mentioned dates and times. They are to comply with instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF channel 12 and/or 16.

Charts affected: BA 211, 2537 and 2538

23rd May, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 84 of 2023

Voomquest – UIM V2 Class World Championship Race – 2023 (alternate match racing event to be held in the Grand Harbour)

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Voomquest – UIM V2 Class World Championship Race – 2023, which was scheduled to be held off Sliema between Friday, 19th May, 2023 and Sunday, 21st May, 2023, may be held within the Grand Harbour subject to weather on the days concerned.

A securite message will be issued by VTS on the days when the event will take place within the Grand Harbour.

Navigation will be restricted within the area in line with the points X, Y, Z.

Mega yellow buoys will be laid on the day at points X, Y and Z (as shown on the chart 1 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) prior to the start and will be removed on completion of the race.

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

X 35º 54'.058 014º 31'.446

Y 35º 53'.790 014º 31'.094

Z 35º 53'.522 014º 30'.744

Races will be held from Saturday, 20th May, 2023 till Sunday, 21st May, 2023, from 11.00 a.m. till 4.00 p.m.

Mariners are instructed to communicate with VTS on Channel 12 for all port movements.

They are to cooperate with the organisers and maritime enforcement officers in the area. Moreover, they are to comply with instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS.

Charts affected: BA 177, 194, 2537 and 2538

Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM

23rd May, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 85 of 2023

Restricted use of Il-Moll tal-Fekkruna in Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the general public that Il-Moll tal-Fekruna in Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl will be restricted in use.

With immediate effect and until further notice, the use of Il-Moll tal-Fekruna in Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl, along the line A, B and C as shown in red on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), will be restricted to all vessels except those authorised. The restriction will be from 6.00 a.m. till 10.30 a.m. daily, whilst there will be no restrictions during all other hours.

All mariners and the general public are reminded that the use of Il-Moll tal-Fekruna is intended solely for the purpose of loading and unloading operations.

Mariners are to note the above and leave Il-Moll tal-Fekruna free during the above-mentioned time, unless authorised to use it.

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

Chart affected: BA 211

23rd May, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 86 of 2023

Further to Local Notice to Mariners Nos 8 and 25 of 2023 regarding restricted areas round Malta due to danger of falling rocks

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the general public that further to Local Notices to Mariners Nos 8 and 25 of 2023 regarding Restricted Areas round Malta due to danger of falling rocks, the following area is to be added to the list:

Between Il-Ponta tal-Aħrax and Daħlet ix-Xilep – Mellieha – The area A, B, C, and the intermediate coastline, as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

All conditions and advice mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 8 of 2023, will remain valid and will apply to this area also.

Chart affected: BA 177

23rd May, 2023

Local Notice to Mariners No. 78 of 2023

Sailing races – Games of the Small States of Europe

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Malta Sailing Federation will be organising sailing races in St Paul's Bay, between Sunday, 28th May and Saturday, 3rd June, 2023.

The activity will take place in only one of the areas 1 to 6, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), depending on the weather conditions on the day.

Inflatable marker buoys shall be laid from 9.00 a.m. till 7.00 p.m., on all days of the activity, within the chosen area to indicate the racecourse.

All vessels not involved in the activity are to keep well clear from the competing boats and follow any instructions given by the race officials and support vessels.

Mariners are to note the above and give the area being used a wide berth. They are further instructed to keep out of the way of all the sailing vessels participating in the regattas. There will be no restrictions on the areas which are not being used on the day.

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

19th May, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 79 of 2023

Fireworks displays from a barge off St Angelo (Wedding)

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that two short fireworks display will be let off from a barge moored in the approximate point Z, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), on Saturday, 27th May, 2023.

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 53'.668 14° 31'.147

The barge will be towed from the owner's shipyard to Kalkara Quay in Id-Daħla ta' Rinella on Thursday, 25th May, 2023, and it will remain there up to Saturday, 27th May, 2023.

On Saturday, 27th May, 2023, the barge will be towed from Kalkara Quay to point Z, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

The first fireworks display will then take place from 6.00 p.m. till 6.15 p.m.;

The second fireworks display will then take place from 9.00 p.m. and 9.15 p.m.

After the second display the barge will be towed back to Kalkara Quay where it will remain until Monday, 29th May, 2023, when it will be towed back to the owner's shipyard.

In view of the above, mariners are advised to keep 200 metres away from point Z on Saturday, 27th May, 2023, while the barge is in position and while it is being towed from Kalkara Quay to point Z.

Transport Malta will accept no liability whatsoever for any damage caused by the displays to any vessel and her ancillary equipment, whether such vessel and her ancillary equipment are left within the 10m safety zone, or outside such safety zone, from the point from which the display is to be held.

All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.

Chart affected: BA 177

19th May, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 80 of 2023

Fireworks Display from the Chop House, Tigné – 27th May, 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a 3-minute fireworks display will be let off from the foreshore off 'Chop House' on Saturday, 27th May, 2023. 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'.332 14° 30'.735

The fireworks display will take place at about10.30 p.m.

In view of the above, mariners are advised to keep 60 metres away from point A on the above-mentioned date and time.

Any boats berthed or anchored within the area shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) are to be removed during the above-mentioned date and time.

All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.

Chart affected: BA 177

19th May, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 81 of 2023

Ladies Sailing off Smart City and in Marsamxett Harbour

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a sailing event will be held off Smart City and in Marsamxett Harbour.

The races will be held as follow:

Off Smart City, race area 1, as shown on chart A found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt),

On Saturday, 20th May, 2023, from 9.30 a.m. till 5.30 p.m.;

On Sunday, 21st May, 2023, from 9.30 a.m. till 5.30 p.m.

In Marsamxett Harbour, race area 2, as shown on the chart B found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt),

On Tuesday, 23rd May, 2023, from 5.00 p.m. till 8.30 p.m.;

On Wednesday, 24th May, 2023, from 5.00 p.m. till 8.30 p.m.;

On Thursday, 25th May, 2023, from 5.00 p.m. till 7.30 p.m.

Yellow inflatable marker buoys, to indicate the racecourse within the above-mentioned areas, will be laid just before the event starts and will be removed once the event has finished, on each day of the event.

All vessels that are not involved in the event are to keep well clear from the competing boats and are to follow any instructions given by the race officials and the support vessels.

Commercial vessels and private vessels sailing within Marsamxett Harbour, while the event is being held, are to use the available fairways round the mentioned area.

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

19th May, 2023

Local Notice to Mariners No. 75 of 2023

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 Saturday, 30th September, 2023.

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. 65 of 2023

2. Mġarr ix-Xini, Gozo: Refer to Figure 2

Lines joining points 2_A, 2_Band 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_Jand 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_Dand 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. 65 of 2023

10. Il-Bajja ta' Santa Marija, Comino (inner and outer): Refer to Local Notice to Mariners No. 65 of 2023

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_Cand 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.

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

15_A 35º 59'.604 14º 21'.873

15_B 35º 59'.496 14º 21'.855

16. Il-Bajja tal-Mellieħa: Refer to Figure 16

Line joining points 16_A, 16_B, 16_C and 16_D and the intermediate coastline to the northwest of this line and line joining points 16_E, 16_F, 16_G and 16_H and the intermediate coastline to the southwest of this line.

A minimum safety/navigable clearance distance of 5 metres from these lines is to be maintained.

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

16_A 35º 58'.530 14º 21'.254

16_B 35º 58'.514 14º 21'.267

16_C 35º 58'.437 14º 21'.120

16_D 35º 58'.460 14º 21'.098

16_E 35º 58'.424 14º 21'.044

16_F 35º 58'.364 14º 21'.104

16_G 35º 58'.005 14º 21'.292

16_H 35º 57'.980 14º 21'.349

17. Il-Bajja tal-Mellieħa (Tunnara): Refer to Figure 17

Line joining points 17_A, 17_B and 17_C and the intermediate coastline.

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

17_A 35º 58'.017 14º 21'.429

17_B 35º 58'.027 14º 21'.458

17_C 35º 58'.007 14º 21'.471

18. Il-Bajja tal-Imġiebaħ: Refer to Figure 18

Line joining points 18_A, 18_B, 18_C and the intermediate coastline to the south of this line.

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

18_A 35º 58'.089 014º 22'.889

18_B 35º 58'.099 014º 22'.890

18_C 35º 58'.094 014º 23'.021

19. Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Selmun): Refer to Figure 19

Line joining points 19_A and 19_B and the intermediate coastline to the south of this line.

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

19_A 35º 58'.033 14º 23'.814

19_B 35º 57'.847 14º 23'.828

20. Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Tal-Fekruna): Refer to Figure 20

Line joining points 20_A and 20_B and the intermediate coastline to the west of this line.

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

20_A 35º 57'.177 14º 23'.333

20_B 35º 57'.147 14º 23'.357

21. Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Xemxija): Refer to Figure 21

Line joining points 21_A, 21_B, 21_C and 21_D and the intermediate coastline.

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

21_A 35º 56'.911 14º 23'.089

21_B 35º 56'.897 14º 23'.107

21_C 35º 56'.872 14º 23'.078

21_D 35º 56'.875 14º 23'.057

22. Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Għajn Rażul – Veċċja Breakwater): Refer to Figure 22

Line joining points 22_A, 22_B, 22_C and 22_D and the intermediate coastline and line joining points 22_E, 22_F, 22_G and 22_H and the intermediate coastline.

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

22_A 35º 56'.904 14º 23'.584

22_B 35º 56'.950 14º 23'.560

22_C 35º 56'.922 14º 23'.459

22_D 35º 56'.863 14º 23'.502

22_E 35º 56'.833 14º 23'.492

22_F 35º 56'.858 14º 23'.495

22_G 35º 56'.843 14º 23'.444

22_H 35º 56'.832 14º 23'.445

The area between the imaginary line 22_E and 22_F and the coast east of it, shown hatched, is not to be used by swimmers since it has been declared as dangerous, as per Local Notice to Mariners No. 2 of 2020.

23. Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Għażżelin): Refer to Figure 23

Line joining points 23_A, 23_B, 23_C, 23_D and 23_E and the intermediate coastline.

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

23_A 35º 56'.975 14º 24'.010

23_B 35º 56'.996 14º 24'.013

23_C 35º 57'.028 14º 24'.144

23_D 35º 57'.016 14º 24'.289

23_E 35º 56'.938 14º 24'.297

The area between the imaginary line A and B and the coast southwest of it, shown hatched, is not to be used by swimmers since it has been declared as dangerous, as per Local Notice to Mariners No. 2 of 2020.

24. Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Buġibba Square): Refer to Figure 24

Line joining points 24_A, 24_B and 24_C and the intermediate coastline to the southeast of this line and line joining points 24_D, 24_E and 24_F and the intermediate coastline to the southwest of this line.

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

24_A 35º 57'.213 14º 24'.892

24_B 35º 57'.198 14º 24'.804

24_C 35º 57'.136 14º 24'.834

24_D 35º 57'.128 14º 24'.832

24_E 35º 57'.197 14º 24'.789

24_F 35º 57'.187 14º 24'.718

25. Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar, Buġibba (opposite Dolmen Hotel): Refer to Figure 25

Lines joining points 25_A, 25_B, 25_C and 25_D and the intermediate coastline and line joining points 25_E, 25_F and 25_G and the intermediate coastline and line joining points 25_H, 25_I and 25_Jand the intermediate coastline.

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

25_A 35° 57'.405 14° 25'.044

25_B 35° 57'.312 14° 24'.973

25_C 35° 57'.292 14° 25'.024

25_D 35° 57'.277 14° 25'.022

25_E 35° 57'.288 14° 24'.954

25_F 35° 57'.260 14° 24'.933

25_G 35° 57'.230 14° 24'.961

25_H 35° 57'.227 14° 24'.948

25_I 35° 57'.225 14° 24'.927

25_J 35° 57'.218 14° 24'.909

26. Qawra: Refer to Figure 26

Lines joining points 26_A, 26_B, 26_C, 26_D and 26_E, and the intermediate coastline.

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

26_A 35° 57'.562 14° 25'.742

26_B 35° 57'.561 14° 25'.742

26_C 35° 57'.560 14° 25'.602

26_D 35° 57'.433 14° 25'.602

26_E 35° 57'.432 14° 25'.586

27. Il-Bajja tas-Salina (opposite Suncrest Hotel): Refer to Figure 27

Line joining points 27_A, 27_B, 27_C and 27_D and the intermediate coastline of this line.

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

27_A 35º 57'.244 14º 25'.458

27_B 35º 57'.259 14º 25'.535

27_C 35º 57'.196 14º 25'.529

27_D 35º 57'.154 14º 25'.481

28. Il-Bajja tas-Salina (opposite ex Coastline Hotel): Refer to Figure 28

Line joining points 28_A and 28_B and the intermediate coastline to the southeast.

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

28_A 35º 56'.954 14º 25'.703

28_B 35º 56'.925 14º 25'.652

29. Il-Bajja ta' San Ġorġ (San Ġiljan): Refer to Figure 29

Line joining points 29_A, 29_B, 29_C and 29_D and the intermediate coastline.

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

29_A 35º 55'.578 14º 29'.264

29_B 35º 55'.593 14º 29'.307

29_C 35º 55'.549 14º 29'.348

29_D 35º 55'.525 14º 29'.309

30. Ix-Xatt ta' Spinola (opposite Cavalieri Hotel): Refer to Figure 30

Line joining points 30_A, 30_B and 30_C and the intermediate coastline.

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

30_A 35º 55'.130 14º 29'.583

30_B 35º 55'.139 14º 29'.681

30_C 35º 55'.149 14º 29'.680

31. Ix-Xatt ta' Spinola (St Julian's): Refer to Figure 31

A rectangular line joining points 31_A, 31_B, 31_C and 31_D and the intermediate coastline.

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

31_A 35º 55'.074 14º 29'.569

31_B 35º 55'.090 14º 29'.580

31_C 35º 55'.009 14º 29'.667

31_D 35º 54'.994 14º 29'.642

32. Il-Bajja ta' Spinola (Balluta Bay): Refer to Figure 32

Line joining points 32_A and 32_B and the intermediate coastline of this line.

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

32_A 35º 54'.899 14º 29'.628

32_B 35º 54'.883 14º 29'.674

33. Ix-Xatt ta' Spinola (Tas-Sliema): Refer to Figure 33

Line joining points 33_A, 33_B, 33_C, 33_D and 33_E and the intermediate coastline of this line and the line joining points 33_F, 33_G and 33_H and the intermediate coastline south of this line.

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

33_A 35º 54'.912 14º 29'.831

33_B 35º 54'.970 14º 29'.820

33_C 35º 55'.080 14º 29'.830

33_D 35º 55'.133 14º 29'.872

33_E 35º 55'.124 14º 29'.925

33_F 35° 54'.924 14° 29'.746

33_G 35° 54'.930 14° 29'.747

33_H 35° 54'.925 14° 29'.817

34. Tas-Sliema (Font Għadir): Refer to Figure 34

Line joining points 34_A, 34_B and 34_C and the intermediate coastline.

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

34_A 35º 54'.971 14º 30'.297

34_B 35º 54'.940 14º 30'.381

34_C 35º 54'.928 14º 30'.373

35. Tigné: Refer to Figure 35

Line joining points 35_A, 35_B, 35_C and 35_D and the intermediate coastline of this line.

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

35_A 35º 54'.321 014º 30'.706

35_B 35º 54'.311 014º 30'.689

35_C 35º 54'.356 014º 30'.619

35_D 35º 54'.367 014º 30'.629

36. Il-Bajja ta' Marsaskala (Waterpolo Pitch): Refer to Figure 36

Line joining points 36_A, 36_B, 36_C, 36_D and 36_E and the intermediate coastline to the north of this line.

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

36_A 35° 51'.979 14° 34'.073

36_B 35° 51'.974 14° 34'.074

36_C 35° 51'.975 14° 34'.225

36_D 35° 51'.996 14° 34'.432

36_E 35° 52'.028 14° 34'.507

The area between the imaginary lines joining the points A to B to C and the coast north of it, shown hatched, is not to be used by swimmers since it has been declared as dangerous, as per Local Notice to Mariners No. 2 of 2020.

37. Il-Bajja ta' Marsaskala (opposite ex Jerma Hotel): Refer to Figure 37

The lines joining the points 37_A, 37_B, 37_C, 37_D and 37_E and the intermediate coastline.

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

37_A 35° 51'.913 14° 34'.099

37_B 35° 51'.917 14° 34'.103

37_C 35° 51'.894 14° 34'.260

37_D 35° 51'.802 14° 34'.385

37_E 35° 51'.698 14° 34'.529

38. Il-Bajja ta' San Tumas (outer): Refer to Figure 38

Line joining points 38_A, 38_B, 38_C and 38_D and the intermediate coastline.

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

38_A 35° 51'.287 14° 33'.938

38_B 35° 51'.255 14° 33'.943

38_C 35° 51'.270 14° 34'.110

38_D 35° 51'.416 14° 34'.276

39. Il-Bajja ta' San Tumas (inner): Refer to Figure 39

Line joining points 39_A, 39_B, and 39_C and the intermediate coastline of this line.

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

39_A 35º 51'.216 014º 33'.798

39_B 35º 51'.215 014º 33'.809

39_C 35º 51'.163 014º 33'.804

40. Xrobb l-Għaġin (Dellimara): Refer to Figure 40

Line joining points 40_A, 40_B, 40_C and 40_D and the intermediate coastline.

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

40_A 35° 50'.490 14° 34'.029

40_B 35° 50'.465 14° 33'.968

40_C 35° 50'.394 14° 34'.033

40_D 35° 50'.415 14° 34'.150

41. St Peter's Pool: Refer to Figure 41

Line joining points 41_A and 41_B and the intermediate coastline of this line.

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

41_A 35º 49'.981 14º 33'.735

41_B 35º 49'.965 14º 33'.745

42. Il-Kalanka tat-Tumbrell: Refer to Figure 42

Line joining points 42_A, and 42_B and the intermediate coastline of this line.

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

42_A 35º 49'.869 014º 33'.737

42_B 35º 49'.832 014º 33'.726

43. Il-Kalanka t-Tawwalija (Dellimara): Refer to Figure 43

Line joining points 43_A and 43_B and the intermediate coastline.

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

43_A 35° 49'.435 14° 33'.665

43_B 35° 49'.388 14° 33'.625

44. Marsaxlokk: Refer to Figure 44

Line joining points 44_A, 44_B, 44_C,44_D, 44_E and 44_F and the intermediate coastline of this line.

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

44_A 35º 50'.105 14º 32'.752

44_B 35º 50'.102 14º 32'.761

44_C 35º 50'.017 14º 32'.724

44_D 35º 49'.960 14º 32'.822

44_E 35º 49'.936 14º 32'.803

44_F 35º 49'.939 14º 32'.797

45. Il-Bajja ta' Birżebbuġa (Qajjenza): Refer to Figure 45

Line joining points 45_A, 45_B, 45_C and 45_D and the intermediate coastline of this line.

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

45_A 35º 49'.918 14º 32'.051

45_B 35º 49'.907 14º 32'.056

45_C 35º 49'.950 14º 32'.164

45_D 35º 49'.960 14º 32'.158

46. Il-Bajja ta' Birżebbuġa (San Ġorġ): Refer to Figure 46

Line joining points 46_A and 46_B and the intermediate coastline.

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

46_A 35° 49'.947 14° 31'.893

46_B 35° 49'.879 14° 31'.862

47. Il-Bajja ta' Birżebbuġa (Pretty Bay): Refer to Figure 47

Line joining points from 47_A (southern most part of old breakwater jetty), 47_B and 47_C (the southeast part of the waterpolo pitch) and the intermediate coastline.

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

47_A 35º 49'.408 14º 31'.770

47_B 35º 49'.417 14º 31'.822

47_C 35º 49'.517 14º 31'.865

48. Il-Bajja tal-Ġnejna: Refer to Figure 48

Line joining points 48_A, 48_B, 48_C and 48_D and the intermediate coastline to the southeast of this line.

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

48_A 35º 55'.214 14º 20'.499

48_B 35º 55'.244 14º 20'.482

48_C 35º 55'.287 14º 20'.585

48_D 35º 55'.283 14º 20'.619

49. Ir-Ramla ta' Għajn Tuffieħa: Refer to Figure 49

Line joining points 49_A 49_B and 49_C and the intermediate coastline to the southeast of this line.

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

49_A 35º 55'.782 14º 20'.698

49_B 35º 55'.801 14º 20'.588

49_C 35º 55'.717 14º 20'.496

50. Ir-Ramla tal-Mixquqa (Golden Sands): Refer to Figure 50

Line joining points 50_A, 50_B and 50_C and the intermediate coastline to the northeast of this line.

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

50_A 35º 56'.074 14º 20'.616

50_B 35º 56'.002 14º 20'.488

50_C 35º 55'.896 14º 20'.577

51. Il-Bajja taċ-Ċirkewwa (Paradise Bay): Refer to Figure 51

Line joining points 51_A, 51_B and 51_C and the intermediate coastline of this line.

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

51_A 35º 58'.916 14º 19'.920

51_B 35º 58'.962 14º 19'.898

51_C 35º 58'.970 14º 19'.974

52. Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Tal-Fekruna – outer): Refer to Figure 52

Line joining points 52_A, 52_B,52_C and 52_D and the intermediate coastline.

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

52_A 35º 57'.037 14º 23'.273

52_B 35º 57'.031 14º 23'.277

52_C 35º 57'.025 14º 23'.262

52_D 35º 57'.032 14º 23'.258

The ropes with buoys to indicate the swimmer zones will be laid as follows:

On Saturday, 20th May, 2023 – effective date Saturday, 20th May, 2023

Il-Bajja tal-Mellieħa: Figure 16

Between Saturday, 20th May, 2023, and Wednesday, 31st May, 2023 – effective date Saturday, 20th May, 2023

Ir-Ramla – Gozo: Figure 6

Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar – Buġibba (opposite Dolmen Hotel): Figure 25

Il-Qawra: Figure 26

Il-Bajja tas-Salina (opposite Suncrest Hotel): Figure 27

Il-Bajja tas-Salina (opposite ex Coastline Hotel): Figure 28

Il-Bajja ta' San Ġorġ (St Julian's): Figure 29

Tas-Sliema (Font Għadir): Figure 34

Ir-Ramla ta' Għajn Tuffieħa: Figure 49

Il-Bajja taċ-Ċirkewwa (Paradise Bay): Figure 51

Between Wednesday, 31st May, 2023 and Sunday, 4th June, 2023 – effective date Wednesday, 31st May, 2023

Mġarr ix-Xini – Gozo: Figure 2

Il-Bajja tax-Xlendi – Gozo: Figure 3

Il-Bajja tal-Qbajjar – Gozo: Figure 4

Il-Bajja ta' Marsalforn – Gozo: Figure 5

Il-Bajja ta' San Blas – Gozo: Figure 7

Il-Bajja ta' Ħondoq ir-Rummien – Gozo: Figure 8

Iċ-Ċirkewwa: Figure 11

Marfa (Ir-Ramla tal-Bir): Figure 12

Il-Bajja tal-Mellieħa (Ramlet il-Qortin): Figure 13

Il-Bajja tal-Armier: Figure 14

Ir-Ramla tat-Torri: Figure 15

Il-Bajja tal-Mellieħa – It-Tunnara: Figure 17

Il-Bajja tal-Imġiebaħ: Figure 18

Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Selmun): Figure 19

Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Tal-Fekruna): Figure 20

Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Xemxija): Figure 21

Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Għajn Rażul – Veċċja Breakwater): Figure 22

Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Għażżelin): Figure 23

Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Buġibba Square): Figure 24

Ix-Xatt ta' Spinola (opposite Cavallieri Hotel): Figure 30

Ix-Xatt ta' Spinola (St Julian's): Figure 31

Il-Bajja ta' Spinola (Balluta Bay): Figure 32

Ix-Xatt ta' Spinola (Tas-Sliema): Figure 33

Tigné: Figure 35

Il-Bajja ta' Marsaskala (Waterpolo Pitch): Figure 36

Il-Bajja ta' Marsaskala (opposite ex Jerma Hotel): Figure 37

Il-Bajja ta' San Tumas (outer): Figure 38

Il-Bajja ta' San Tumas (inner): Figure 39

Xrobb l-Għaġin (Dellimara): Figure 40

St Peter's Pool: Figure 41

Kalanka tat-Tumbrell: Figure 42

Kalanka t-Tawwalija (Dellimara): Figure 43

Marsaxlokk: Figure 44

Il-Bajja ta' Birżebbuġa (Qajjenza): Figure 45

Il-Bajja ta' Birżebbuġa (San Ġorġ): Figure 46

Il-Bajja ta' Birżebbuġa (Pretty Bay): Figure 47

Il-Bajja tal-Ġnejna: Figure 48

Ir-Ramla tal-Mixquqa (Golden Sands): Figure 50

Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl il-Baħar (Tal-Fekruna – outer): Figure 52

For ease of reference, charts depicting swimmers' zones and launching lanes can be viewed on the Transport Malta website (http://www.transport.gov.mt).

Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate with caution and at slow speed when in the vicinity of the abovementioned areas. They are also reminded that it is prohibited to secure/moor any vessel or object with any marker buoy, ropes and related gear delineating the swimmer's zones.

A minimum safety distance of five (5) metres from the swimmers' zone is to be maintained.

For the benefit and safety of all bathers and mariners, Transport Malta urges all visitors and commercial vessels to adhere to these arrangements. Enforcement officers will be regularly patrolling the area. Any offender, on conviction, shall be liable to the fines (multa) as laid down in the second column to the Third Schedule of the Small Ships Regulations, as amended.

All positions are referred to WGS 84 DATUM.

16th May, 2023

Transport Malta

Local Notice to Mariners No. 76 of 2023

Filming from Rinella – Malta Film Studios – Not Without Hope – 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 Monday, 15th to Friday, 19th May, 2023, from 7.00 a.m. to 6.00 p.m.;

On Monday, 22nd to Friday, 26th May, 2023, from 7.00 p.m to 5.00 a.m of the next day;

On Monday, 29th May to Friday, 2nd June, 2023, from 7.00 p.m to 5.00 a.m of the next day;

Monday 5th to Tuesday 6th June 2023, from 7.00 a.m. to 7.00 p.m.;

On Thursday, 8th to Saturday, 10th June, 2023, from 7.00 a.m. to 7.00 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

16th May, 2023

Transport Malta

Local Notice to Mariners No. 77 of 2023

Voomquest – UIM V2 Class World Championship

Race – 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, hereby notifies mariners that the Voomquest – UIM V2 Class World Championship Race – 2023, will be held off Tas-Sliema between Friday, 19th May, 2023 and Sunday, 21st May 2023, weather permitting.

Navigation will be restricted within the area bounded by the imaginary lines joining the points U, V, W, X, Y, Z and the intermediate coastlines, on each day.

Orange buoys with flashing lights shall be laid on Thursday, 18th May, 2023, at points V, W, X and Y as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (http://www.transport.gov.mt) and will be left in position during the night.

All vessels are to proceed offshore from the above-mentioned orange buoys between 9.00 a.m. and 7.00 p.m. from Friday, 19th May, 2023 to Sunday, 21st May, 2023. During all other hour's vessels are to navigate with caution.

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

U 35° 54'.422 014° 30'.909 Shore

V 35° 54'.514 014° 31'.246

W 35° 54'.892 014° 31'.604

X 35° 55'.981 014° 30'.718

Y 35° 55'.943 014° 30'.039

Z 35° 55'.134 014° 29'.930 Shore

Races will be held from Friday, 19th May, 2023 to Sunday, 21st May, 2023, between 9.00 a.m. and 5.00 p.m.

A number of flashing buoys may also be laid on Thursday, 18th May, 2023, within the above-mentioned restricted area to show the course, in the following positions A, A1, B, C, D, E, F, G and H, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (http://www.transport.gov.mt) and they will remain in position during the night.

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 35° 55'107 014° 30'.271 Chequered

A1 35° 55'.168 014° 30'.346 Chequered

B 35° 55'.287 014° 30'.075 Yellow buoy

C 35° 55'.701 014° 30'.145 Yellow buoy

D 35° 55'.813 014° 30'.388 Yellow buoy

E 35° 55'.756 014° 30'.678 Yellow buoy

F 35° 55'.204 014° 30'.890 Red buoy

G 35° 54'.980 014° 31'.307 Yellow buoy

H 35° 54'.777 014° 31'.355 Yellow buoy

I 35° 54'.582 014° 31'.148 Yellow buoy

J 35° 54'.605 014° 30'.844 Yellow buoy

K 35° 54'.929 014° 30'.563 Red buoy

The abovementioned buoys will all be removed on Sunday, 21st May, 2023, by 6.00 p.m.

Mariners are instructed not to enter the restricted area on the mentioned dates and times stated above.

They are to cooperate with the organizers and Maritime Enforcement officers in the area. Moreover, they are to comply with instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS.

Charts affected: BA 177, 194, 2537 and 2538

Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM

16th May, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 73 of 2023

Works in connection with the new Buġibba breakwater – dredging and construction works – May

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, hereby notifies mariners and the general public that dredging and construction work in connection with the new Buġibba breakwater will commence with immediate effect and will last until further notice.

The dredging and construction work will cover the hatched area on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

During these works, the area is to be kept clear and all vessels within the area are to be removed. Any vessels and moorings that are left in the area after the stipulated date will be removed at the expense of their owner. No liability whatsover will be accepted by the Authority for any damage that may be caused while removing the said vessels and moorings.

The vessels engaged in the dredging and construction work are to be given a wide berth 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.

Some of the works will be carried out by scuba divers who will be displaying the International Code of Signals Flag 'A', while works are being carried out.

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 and any enforcement officers on site.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 63 of 2023 is hereby cancelled.

Chart affected: BA 211

12th May, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 74 of 2023

Repair works on the breakwater next to the Dellimara power station – Il-Bajja ta' Marsaxlokk

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the general public that repair works will be carried out on the breakwater next to the power station in Il-Bajja ta' Marsaxlokk.

The works on the breakwater will commence on Monday, 15th May, 2023, and are expected to be completed by Monday, 31st July, 2023.

A work area formed by the imaginary lines joining the points A, B, C and D and the intermediate coastline, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), will be established.

A silt curtain will be laid round the breakwater, within the abovementioned area.

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

The works will be carried out with the use of various vessels and equipment. Scuba divers who will assisting in the works, 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 14 and/or 16 by Marsaxlokk VTS.

Chart affected: BA 36

12th May, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 71 of 2023

Swimming Activity, being part of a Triathlon at Il-Bajja tas-Salina – on Sunday, 14th May, 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Birkirkara St Joseph Sports Club will be organising the swimming part of a Triathlon in 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'.112 014° 25'.763

C 35° 57'.100 014° 25'.783

on Sunday, 14th May, 2023, from 6.00 a.m. till 11.00 a.m.

A club RHIB 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. 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 officers on site.

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

9th May, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 72 of 2023

Fire curtain display – Festa Madonna ta' Fatima (Tal-Pietà)

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, hereby notifies mariners that a Fire curtain display will be held from the pontoon in Id-Daħla Tal-Pietà, on Saturday, 3rd June, 2023, starting at 10.55 p.m. for a period not exceeding five (5) minutes. The display will be centred at Point A (as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) in the approximate following position:

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

35° 53'.588 014° 29'.839

In view of the above, mariners are advised to keep 10m away from point A on the abovementioned date and time.

Any boats berthed or moored within 10m from point A are to be removed during the abovementioned date and time.

Transport Malta will accept no liability whatsoever for any damage caused by the displays to any vessel and her ancillary equipment, whether such vessel and her ancillary equipment are left within the 10m safety zone, or outside such safety zone, from the point from which the display is to be held.

All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement officers on site.

Chart affected: BA 177

9th May, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 69 of 2023

Open Sea Swim Event in St Paul's Bay

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that an Open Sea Swim event in St Paul's Bay is being organised on Sunday 7th May, 2023.

The participants will depart from point A, as shown on the chart found on Trasnport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), at approximately 8.00 a.m. They are to swim along the course in an anti-clockwise direction as per attached chart. The swimmers are expected to arrive back at point A by about 11.00 a.m.

Marker buoys will be laid at points A, B, C, D and E in the following positions:

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A (start and finish) 35° 56'.872 014° 23'.498

B 35° 56'.851 014° 23'.399

C 35° 56'.987 014° 23'.500

D 35° 57'.005 014° 23'.858

E 35° 56'.944 014° 23'.737

F 35° 56'.921 014° 23'.574

The participating swimmers will be accompanied by a support vessel, which can provide medical support.

Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate at slow speed (No Wake). They are to cooperate with the organisers and keep well clear of the area during the stipulated date and time, giving the swimmers a wide berth.

If the event cannot be held on the above-mentioned date it will be held on Saturday, 13th May, 2023, at the same place 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 officials on site.

Charts affected: BA 211, 2537 and 2538

5th May, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 70 of 2023

Fireworks display in the Grand Harbour (Oceania Vista – Christening)

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, hereby notifies mariners that a fireworks display will be held in the Grand Harbour on Monday, 8th May, 2023.

Fireworks will be let off from a barge in position A (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 53'.681 014° 31'.150

The barge will be laid in position on Monday, 8th May, 2023, from 8.00 p.m., and will be removed by 11.30 p.m.

The short fireworks display will be held between 10.45 p.m. and 11.00 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 time while the barge is in position, 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 while the barge is in position.

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

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

Chart affected: BA 177

5th May, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 21 of 2023

Live firing practice at Pembroke Ranges – 10th and 11th May, 2023 – extended hours

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, hereby notifies that further to Notice to Mariners No. 24 of 2021, the Armed Forces of Malta will carry out Live Firing Practice on Wednesday, 10th May, 2023, and Friday, 11th May, 2023, with extended hours between 4.30 p.m. and 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

5th May, 2023

ALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 68 of 2023

Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 21 of 2023 regarding Geotechnical Investigation at Ras Ħanzir – Corradino in the Grand Harbour

Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 21 of 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that the geotechnical investigation being carried out at Ras Ħanzir – Corradino in the Grand Harbour, Valletta, will not be completed within the time, as planned. The completion date is therefore being extended to Tuesday, 30th April, 2024.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 21 of 2023 is to be amended accordingly.

All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 21 of 2023 will remain valid.

Chart affected: BA 177

2nd May, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 64 of 2023

Fireworks Display from the Foreshore off Il-Fortizza Manoel – 1st May, 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a 5-minute fireworks display will be let off from the foreshore of Il-Fortizza Manoel on Monday, 1st May, 2023. 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'.223 14° 30'.469

The fireworks display will take place at about 11.30 p.m.

In view of the above, mariners are advised to keep 60 metres away from point A on the above-mentioned date and time.

Any boats berthed or anchored within the area shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) are to be removed during the above-mentioned date and time.

All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement officers on site.

Chart affected: BA 177

28th April, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 65 of 2023

Zones reserved for swimmers in Comino

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, hereby notifies all mariners, owners of vessels and bathers, that the following arrangements will be made for Blue Lagoon, Santa Maria Bay and San Niklaw Bay in the North Comino channel for the period between Monday, 1st May, 2023 and Sunday, 15th October, 2023.

1a) Blue Lagoon – Comino Swimmers' Zone (see Figure 1 as found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt))

No vessels or objects which may endanger the safety of bathers, including any type of fishing gear/implements, shall be used within a swimmers' zone. The swimmers' zone is being reserved exclusively for bathers and is delinjated by the following coordinates:

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

1A 36º 00'.893 014º 19'.281 (Shore)

1B 36º 00'.898 014º 19'.289

1C 36º 00'.825 014º 19'.351

1D 36º 00'.846 014º 19'.440

1E 36º 00'.851 014º 19'.452 (Shore)

1F 36º 00'.751 014º 19'.471 (Shore)

1G 36º 00'.740 014º 19'.390 (Shore)

1b) Mooring areas for commercial vessels

Two mooring areas are being assigned for Commercial vessels. The boundaries of these mooring areas are delinjated by the following coordinates:

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

4 36º 01'.004 014º 19'.397 (Shore)

5 36° 00'.965 014° 19'.332 (Buoy)

6 36° 00'.927 014° 19'.364

7 36° 00'.974 014° 19'.425 (Shore)

8 36º 00'.920 014º 19'.458 (Shore)

9 36º 00'.941 014º 19'.433

10 36º 00'.904 014º 19'.383

11 36° 00'.859 014° 19'.421

12 36° 00'.866 014° 19'.439 (Shore)

1c) Fairway

A fairway has been established as indicated on the chart as Figure 1 as found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) and it is delineated by the following positions. Special Mark buoys fitted with a yellow light flashing every 5 seconds will be placed at points 1, 2, 3 and 5.

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

1 36° 00'.852 014° 19'.401 (Buoy)

2 36º 00'.913 014º 19'.346 (Buoy)

3 36º 00'.952 014º 19'.310 (Buoy)

5 36º 00'.965 014º 19'.332 (Buoy)

11 36° 00'.859 014° 19'.421

9a) Il-Bajja ta' San Niklaw – Comino Swimmers' Zone (see Figure 9 as found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

9A 36º 01'.008 014º 19'.735 (Shore)

9B 36º 01'.005 014º 19'.749 (Shore)

9C 36º 01'.001 014º 19'.766

9D 36º 01'.039 014º 19'.773

9E 36º 01'.037 014º 19'.820 (Shore)

9b) Fairway

The fairway was established by Notice to Mariners No. 7 of 2017 and is to be used solely for navigation and should otherwise be kept clear.

10a) Il-Bajja ta' Santa Maria – Comino (Inner) Swimmers' Zone (see Figure 10 as found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt))

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

10A 36º 00'.996 014º 20'.180 (Shore)

10B 36º 01'.001 014º 20'.185

10C 36º 00'.997 014º 20'.247

10D 36º 00'.984 014º 20'.249 (Shore)

10b) Il-Bajja ta' Santa Maria – Comino (Outer) Swimmers' Zone (see Figure 10 as found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt))

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

10E 36º 01'.089 014º 20'.289 (Shore)

10F 36º 01'.134 014º 20'.301 (Shore)

10c) Fairway

The fairway was established by Notice to Mariners No. 8 of 2017 and is to be used solely for navigation and should otherwise be kept clear.

A minimum safety distance of 5 metres from the swimmers' zone is to be maintained.

Nylon ropes supported by floats will delineate the swimmers' zone and may remain in place two weeks after the stipulated date. Mariners are to keep a safe distance from the vessels that will be laying and/or removing the ropes.

For the benefit and safety of all bathers and mariners, Transport Malta urges all visitors and commercial vessels to adhere to these arrangements. Enforcement Officers will be constantly patrolling the area. Any offender, on conviction, shall be liable to the fines (multa) as laid down in the second column to the Third Schedule of the Small Ships Regulations, as amended.

Mariners are advised to keep a good lookout and navigate with caution and at slow speed in the North Comino Channel when entering the Blue Lagoon, Il-Bajja ta' San Niklaw and Il-Bajja ta' Santa Maria Bay. They are also reminded that it is prohibited to secure/moor any vessel to any of the marker buoys, swimmers' zone delineation markers and related gear belonging to Transport Malta.

All positions are referred to WGS 84 DATUM.

Chart affected: BA 211

28th April, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 66 of 2023

Designated Restricted Areas – 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners owners of vessels and the general public that the following designated restricted areas to navigation have been established:

a) At Xatt l-Aħmar – Gozo, the area joining the points A1, A2 and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart A as found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A1 36° 01'.142 014° 17'.273

A2 36° 01'.145 014° 17'.306

b) In Il-Bajja ta' San Ġorġ, the area joining the points B1, B2, B3, B4 and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart B as found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

B1 35° 55'.685 014° 29'.501

B2 35° 55'.666 014° 29'.519

B3 35° 55'.650 014° 29'.452

B4 35° 55'.650 014° 29'.436

c) In Il-Bajja ta' San Ġorġ, the area joining the points C1, C2, C3, C4 and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart C found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

C1 35° 55'.575 014° 29'.570

C2 35° 55'.586 014° 29'.585

C3 35° 55'.590 014° 29'.598

C4 35° 55'.583 014° 29'.642

d) At Il-Ponta tad-Dragunara, the area joining the points D1, D2, D3, D4 and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart D found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

D1 35° 55'.527 014° 29'.679

D2 35° 55'.499 014° 29'.704

D3 35° 55'.449 014° 29'.672

D4 35° 55'.459 014° 29'.617

e) In Il-Bajja tal-Balluta – Il-Bajja ta' San Ġiljan, the area joining the points E1, E2, E3, E4 and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart E found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

E1 35° 54'.931 014° 29'.627

E2 35° 54'.931 014° 29'.650

E3 35° 54'.898 014° 29'.650

E4 35° 54'.898 014° 29'.627

f) In Il-Bajja ta' Għar id-Dud – Tas-Sliema, the area joining the points F1, F2 and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart F found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

F1 35° 54'.816 014° 30'.477

F2 35° 54'.756 014° 30'.451

g) In Il-Bajja ta' San Ġorġ, the area joining the points G1, G2, G3, G4 and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart G found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

G1 35° 55'.576 014° 29'.391

G2 35° 55'.580 014° 29'.396

G3 35° 55'.591 014° 29'.450

G4 35° 55'.587 014° 29'.458

h) In Il-Port ta' Marsamxett, the area joining the points H1, H2, H3, H4 and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart H found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

H1 35° 53'.903 014° 30'.276

H2 35° 53'.916 014° 30'.279

H3 35° 53'.928 014° 30'.301

H4 35° 53'.925 014° 30'.320

i) In Il-Bajja tax-Xwejni – Gozo, the area joining the points I1, I2, I3, I4 and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart I found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

I1 36° 04'.719 014° 14'.855

I2 36° 04'.737 014° 14'.883

I3 36° 04'.748 014° 14'.898

I4 36° 04'.761 014° 14'.911

j) In Il-Bajja ta' Marsalforn – Gozo, the area joining the points J1, J2, J3, J4 and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart J found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

J1 36° 04'.368 014° 15'.479

J2 36° 04'.369 014° 15'.499

J3 36° 04'.354 014° 15'.500

J4 36° 04'.354 014° 15'.477

k) In Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl (Menqa area), the area joining the points K1, K2 and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart K found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

K1 35° 57'.169 014° 25'.274

K2 35° 57'.200 014° 25'.331

l) In Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl (Sirens ASC area), the area joining the points L1, L2, L3, L4 and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart L found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

L1 35° 57'.004 014° 24'.266

L2 35° 56'.998 014° 24'.249

L3 35° 56'.980 014° 24'.265

L4 35° 56'.987 014° 24'.279

m) In Tas-Sliema, a floating platform will be laid centred at point M1 as shown on chart M found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

M1 35° 54'.882 014° 30'.449

n) In Wied il-Għasri – Gozo, the area joining the points N1, N2, and the intermediate coastline as shown on the chart N found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

N1 36° 04'.732 014° 13'.705

N2 36° 04'.726 014° 13'.710

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-Port ta' Marsamxett (Ta' Xbiex area), 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° 53'.946 014° 30'.044

P2 35° 53'.942 014° 30'.062

P3 35° 53'.889 014° 30'.045

P4 35° 53'.893 014° 30'.027

q) In Marsamxett Harbour (Valletta Water Polo Pitch area), the area joining the points Q1, Q2, Q3 and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart Q found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

Q1 35° 54'.070 014° 30'.638

Q2 35° 54'.138 014° 30'.724

Q3 35° 54'.130 014° 30'.733

r) In Il-Port il-Kbir (Kalkara Creek – Toqba area – Birgu), the area joining the points R1, R2, R3, R4 and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart R found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

R1 35° 53'.450 014° 31'.225

R2 35° 53'.452 014° 31'.228

R3 35° 53'.418 014° 31'.271

R4 35° 53'.411 014° 31'.263

s) In Il-Port il-Kbir (Rinella Bay area), the area joining the points S1, S2 and the intermediate coastline as shown on chart S found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Points Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

S1 35° 53'.656 014° 31'.629

S2 35° 53'.584 014° 31'.609

To always ensure safety, no vessel, craft, or other object, whether equipped with an engine or not, is to enter these designated restricted areas. Furthermore, the use of fishing gear/implements is not allowed in these areas.

These designated restricted areas may be in place any time between Monday, 1st May, 2023 and Saturday, 30th September, 2023. All designated restricted areas, except for the floating platform, will be delinjated by ropes, which will be kept afloat by coloured buoys.

Owners of vessels moored within these designated restricted areas are advised to remove their vessels and mooring buoys immediately. Any vessels and mooring buoys left in these areas may be removed by the respective operators. No liability whatsoever, will be borne by Transport Malta for any damage to vessels or any damage/loss of mooring buoys and ground tackles, that are left in these areas.

Mariners are informed that it is prohibited to secure/moor any vessel, craft, or object to any marker buoy, ropes, floating platform, and related gear delineating the designated restricted areas.

Position is referred to WGS 84 DATUM.

Charts affected: BA 177, 211, 2537, 2538

28th April, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 67 of 2023

Water sampling from three different localities round Malta – May to June 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that Water sampling from three different localities around Malta will be carried out on any days between Monday, 1st May, 2023 and Friday, 30th June, 2023. The sampling will be carried out from 8.00 a.m. till 5.00 p.m.

The water sampling will be carried out by divers operating from a support vessel at Għar Lapsi, Pembroke and Cirkewwa, as listed below.

At Għar Lapsi

The support vessel will be collecting samples from within the area 1D, 1E, 1F, 1G, and 1H, as shown on 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

The support vessel will be collecting samples 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

The support vessel will be collecting samples 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

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

When the support 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

28th April, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 61 of 2023

Fireworks Display from the Breakwater at Buġibba

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, hereby notifies mariners that a fireworks display will be held from the Breakwater at Buġibba on Wednesday 26th April, 2023, commencing at 9.15 p.m. and ending at around 10.30 p.m. The display will be centred at Point A (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) in the approximate following position:

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

35° 57'.091 14° 24'.438

In view of the above, mariners are advised to keep 90m away from point A, on the above-mentioned dates and times.

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

The breakwater will not be accessible from 8.00 p.m. till 11.00 p.m.

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 90m 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 Officers on site.

Chart affected: BA 211

25th April, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 62 of 2023

Swim from Ħondoq ir-Rummien, Gozo, to Ir-Ramla tal-Qortin, Malta

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, hereby notifies mariners that a swim from Ħondoq ir-Rummien, Gozo, to Ir-Ramla tal-Qortin, Malta, will be held on Monday, 1st May, 2023.

The swimmers will depart from Hondoq ir-Rummien, Gozo (point A) at approximately 8.00 a.m. and finish at Ir-Ramla tal-Qortin, Malta (point F) at approximately 11.00 a.m. They will be following the route along the points A, B, C, D, E, and F as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Three RHIBs and a yacht will be accompanying the swimmers.

Il-Fliegu ta' Għawdex will be restricted to navigation from 8.00 a.m. till 9.15 a.m. and Il-Fliegu ta' Kemmuna will be restricted to navigation from 9.00 a.m. till 11.00 a.m.

All mariners are to adhere closely to any instructions issued by on VHF Channel 12 and/or 14 by Valletta VTS and by the maritime enforcement assets in the area.

Charts affected: BA 211A, 2537

25th April, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 63 of 2023

Works in connection with the new Buġibba Breakwater – dredging and construction works

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, hereby notifies mariners and the general public that dredging and constructions, work in connection with the new Buġibba Breakwater will commence on Wednesday, 26th April, 2023, and lasting until further notice.

The dredging works will be split in three phases as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Dredging in phase 1, will commence on Wednesday, 26th April, 2023, and be completed by Tuesday, 16th May, 2023;

Dredging in phase 2, will commence on Wednesday, 17th May, 2023, and be completed by Tuesday, 6th June, 2023;

Dredging in phase 3, will commence on Wednesday, 7th June, 2023, and be completed by Tuesday, 27th June, 2023.

During the dredging and construction work, dependant on the location where the work is being carried out, sections of the breakwater will not be accessible. In addition, during these works, the area is to be kept clear and all vessels within the area are to be removed. Any vessels and moorings that are left in the area after the stipulated date will be removed at the expense of their owner. No liability whatsover will be accepted by the Authority for any damage that may be caused while removing the said vessels and moorings.

The vessels engaged in the dredging and construction work are to be given a wide berth. These 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.

While dredging work are being out other construction works will start concurrently.

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 and any enforcement officers on site.

Chart affected: BA 211

25th April, 2023

Local Notice to Mariners No. 60 of 2023

ORC European Championship Malta – 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, hereby notifies mariners that the ORC (Offshore Racing Congress) European Championship (sailing) Malta, will be held off Tas-Sliema/St Julian's seafront, Smart City/Marsaskala seafront and Pembroke seafront.

The races will be held off Tas-Sliema/St Julian's within race area 1, Smart City/Marsaskala within race area 2, and Pembroke within race area 3, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Tas-Sliema/St Julian's seafront within race area 1:

on Tuesday, 25th April, 2023, from 11.00 a.m. till 5.00 p.m.,

on Wednesday, 26th April, 2023, from 9.00 a.m. till 1.00 p.m.,

on Friday, 28th April, 2023, from 10.00 a.m. till 6.00 p.m.,

on Saturday, 29th April, 2023, from 10.00 a.m. till 6.00 p.m.,

on Sunday, 30th April, 2023, from 9.00 a.m. till 2.00 p.m. and

on Monday, 1st May, 2023, from 10.00 a.m. till 6.00 p.m.

Smart City/Marsaskala seafront within race area 2:

on Tuesday, 25th April, 2023, from 11.00 a.m. till 5.00 p.m.,

on Friday 28th April 2023, from 10.00 a.m. till 6.00 p.m.,

on Saturday 29th April 2023, from 10.00 a.m. till 6.00 p.m.,

on Monday 1st May 2023, from 10.00 a.m. till 6.00 p.m.,

Pembroke seafront within race area 3:

on Tuesday, 25th April 2023, from noon till 5.00 p.m.

on Friday, 28th April 2023, from noon till 6.00 p.m.

on Saturday, 29th April 2023, from 11.00 a.m. till 6.00 p.m.,

on Monday, 1st May 2023, from 11.00 a.m. till 6.00 p.m.

Yellow inflatable marker buoys to indicate the racecourse within the above-mentioned areas will be laid at the start time indicated above and will be removed by 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, support vessels and Enforcement officers in the area.

Mariners navigating in the vicinity are to note the above, keep watch on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16 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.

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

Charts affected: BA 177, 2538, 2537

21st April, 2023

Local Notice to Mariners No. 57 of 2023

Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 53 of 2023 regarding the Malta International Fireworks Festival 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, hereby notifies mariners that firework displays will be held in the ports of the Grand Harbour and Marsamxett between (Sunday) 23rd and (Sunday) 30th April 2023, both days included.

Barges will be moored and loaded with fireworks at Kalkara Quay in Il-Bajja tar-Rinella.

Owners of vessels moored in Il-Bajja tar-Rinella are to remove their vessels and the area to remain clear from Friday 21st April, 2023 at 11.59 p.m. to Monday, 1st May, 2023, at 11.59 p.m. Transport Malta will accept no liabilities whatsoever for any damage caused to vessels that are left within Il-Bajja tar-Rinella during the mentioned dates and times.

The sinkers that will be used to secure the pontoons will be marked with lit buoys will, on each day of the displays, be lowered into position between 8.00 a.m. and 10.00 a.m.

The pontoons and barges are expected to depart from Il-Bajja tar-Rinella towards their allocated locations at 2.00 p.m.

The pontoons will be moored along the line S to T and the barges will be moored at points U, V and W, as shown on the attached chart. They will be removed immediately after the displays finish.

Mariners are informed that part of the Grand Harbour, between the imaginary lines A - B, C - D, E - F, G-H and the intermediate coastline, as shown on the attached chart 1, will be closed to all vessels, except for authorised vessels as stated for each day.

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 53'.590 014° 30'.699

B 35° 53'.458 014° 30'.831

C 35° 53'.417 014° 30'.937

D 35° 53'.512 014° 31'.031

E 35° 53'.541 014° 31'.155

F 35° 53'.545 014° 31'.359

G 35° 53'.963 014° 31'.376

H 35° 54'.143 014° 31'.221

S 35° 53'.794 014° 31'.114

T 35° 53'.642 014° 30'.841

U 35° 53'.681 014° 31'.150

V 35° 53'.660 014° 31'.113

W 35° 53'.662 014° 31'.282

On Monday, 24th April, 2023:

The Grand Harbour will be closed to traffic from 7.00 p.m. to 11.00 p.m., while the display will start at 8.30 p.m. and finishes at 10.45 p.m.

On Friday, 28th April, 2023:

The Grand Harbour will be closed to traffic from 8.15 p.m. to 11.15 p.m., while the display will start at 9.00 p.m. and finishes at 11.00 p.m.

On Sunday, 30th April, 2023:

The Grand Harbour will be closed to traffic from 7.45 p.m. to 11.15 p.m., while the display will start at 8.30 p.m. and finishes at 11.00 p.m.

Except for authorised vessel, Barriera Wharf, Lascaris Wharf and Fish Market are to be kept clear from 00.01 a.m. to 11.59 p.m. on the days of the displays.

During the event shipping movements in the Grand Harbour will be restricted. No vessel will be allowed within the restricted area, except by arrangement through the organizing Committee/Valletta VTS. Authorized vessels must be securely moored by not later than 8.30 p.m. in the designated areas, as shown in blue on the attached chart 1 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

All vessels and bathers are warned to keep well clear and maintain a safe distance of not less than 200 metres from the barges and 50 metres from the pontoons while they are being towed.

Authorised vessels are to give the display pontoons and barges a wide berth of at least 200m. No movements whatsoever will be allowed during the actual displays.

Another part of the activity will be firework displays from Manoel Island. The displays will be let off from points M and N, as shown on the attached chart 2, as follows:

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

M 35° 54'.238 014° 30'.266

N 35° 54'.106 014° 30'.338

From point M:

On Sunday, 23rd April, from 9.00 a.m. till noon and from 7.00 p.m. till 9.00 p.m., and from Monday, 24th April, 2023 till Friday, 28th April, 2023, from 9.00 a.m. till noon daily.

From point N:

On Sunday, 23rd April, 2023, from 9.00 a.m. till noon and from 8.00 p.m. till 10.00 p.m.

Masters and owners of vessels that are berthed or moored within 200m from point M, within the area shown in magenta on chart 2 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) and within 200m from point N, within the area shown in blue on the chart 2 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), are to remove their vessels during the above-mentioned dates and times.

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.

Mariners are to comply with any instructions and directions issued on VHF channel 12/16 by Valletta VTS and Maritime Enforcement Officers that will be in the area.

Chart affected: BA 177

18th April, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 58 of 2023

Filming at Blue Grotto – Żurrieq – Alex Ryder

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies all mariners and sea vessel operators that filming activities will take place at Blue Grotto, Żurrieq.

The one day filming is scheduled to be carried out on any day between Sunday, 23rd April, 2023 and Monday, 1st May, 2023, between 7.00 a.m. and 2.00 p.m., from point E, as shown on chart on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

E 35° 49'.267 014° 27'.398

During the days and time mentioned above, for filming purposes, a clear background/clear horizon, is being requested. Consequently, vessels transiting these areas, shall, except in the case of emergency, not moor, drop anchor or remain underway.

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

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

Charts affected: BA 177, 2537, 2538

18th April, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 59 of 2023

Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 34 of 2023 regarding diving survey and repair works around the Buġibba Breakwater in Il-Bajja taʼ San Pawl

Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 34 of 2023.

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that the diving survey and repair works around the Bugibba Breakwater in il- Bajja ta` San Pawl will not be completed within the time as planned. The completion date is therefore being extended to Saturday, 6th May, 2023.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 34 of 2023 is to be amended accordingly.

All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 34 of 2023 will remain valid.

Chart affected: BA 211

18th April, 2023

Local Notice to Mariners No. 53 of 2023

Malta International Fireworks Festival 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, hereby notifies mariners that firework displays will be held in the Grand Harbour on Monday 24th April; Friday, 28th April; and Sunday, 30th April, 2023.

Barges will be moored and loaded with fireworks at Kalkara Quay in Il-Bajja tar-Rinella.

Owners of vessels moored in Il-Bajja tar-Rinella are to remove their vessels and the area to remain clear from Friday, 21st April, 2023, at 11.59 p.m., till Monday, 1st May, 2023, at 11.59 p.m. Transport Malta will accept no liabilities whatsoever for any damage caused to vessels that are left within Il-Bajja tar-Rinella during the mentioned dates and times.

On each day of the display, from 8.00 a.m. till 10.00 a.m., the sinkers, which will be marked with lit buoys, for the pontoons will be set up.

The pontoons and barges will depart from Il-Bajja tar-Rinella at 2.00 p.m. to be set up.

The pontoons will be moored along the line S to T and the barges will be moored at points The pontoons will be moored along the line S to T and the barges will be moored at points U, V and W, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), and will be removed immediately after the displays finish.

Mariners are informed that part of the Grand Harbour, between the imaginary lines A-B, C-D, E-F, G-H and the intermediate coastline, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), will be closed to all vessels, except for authorised vessels, as stated for each day.

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 53'.590 014° 30'.699

B 35° 53'.458 014° 30'.831

C 35° 53'.417 014° 30'.937

D 35° 53'.512 014° 31'.031

E 35° 53'.541 014° 31'.155

F 35° 53'.545 014° 31'.359

G 35° 53'.963 014° 31'.376

H 35° 54'.143 014° 31'.221

S 35° 53'.794 014° 31'.114

T 35° 53'.642 014° 30'.841

U 35° 53'.681 014° 31'.150

V 35° 53'.660 014° 31'.113

W 35° 53'.662 014° 31'.282

On Monday, 24th April, 2023:

The Grand Harbour will be closed to traffic from 7.00 p.m. till 11.00 p.m., while the display will start at 8.30 p.m. and finishes at 10.45 p.m.;

On Friday, 28th April, 2023:

The Grand Harbour will be closed to traffic from 8.15 p.m. till 11.15 p.m. while the display will start at 9.00 p.m. and finishes at 11.00 p.m.;

On Sunday, 30th April, 2023:

The Grand Harbour will be closed to traffic from 7.45 p.m. till 11.15 p.m., while the display will start at 8.30 p.m. and finishes at 11.00 p.m.

Barriera Wharf, Lascaris Wharf and Fish Market are to be kept clear on the days of the displays from 00.01 a.m. till 11.59 p.m., except for authorised vessels.

During the event shipping movements in the Grand Harbour will be restricted. No vessel will be allowed within the restricted area, except by arrangement through the Organising Committee/Valletta VTS. Authorised vessels must be securely moored by not later than 8.30 p.m. in the designated areas, as shown in blue on chart 1 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

All vessels and bathers are warned to keep well clear and maintain a safe distance of not less than 200 metres from the barges and 50 metres from the pontoons while they are being towed.

Authorised vessels are to give the display pontoons and barges a wide berth of at least 200m. No movements whatsoever will be allowed during the actual displays.

Another part of the activity will be fireworks displays from Manoel Island. The displays will be let off from points M and N, as shown on chart 2 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), as follows:

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

M 35° 54'.238 014° 30'.266

N 35° 54'.106 014° 30'.338

From point M:

On Sunday, 23rd April, from 9.00 a.m. till 9.15 a.m., and from 7.00 p.m. till 9.00 p.m.; and

From Monday, 24th April, 2023 to Friday, 28th April, 2023, from 9.00 a.m. till 9.15 a.m., daily.

From point N:

On Sunday, 23rd April, 2023, from 8.00 p.m. till 10.00 p.m.

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta will accept no liabilities whatsoever for any vessels that are left berthed or moored in the areas mentioned above, on the above-mentioned dates and times.

Mariners are to comply with any instructions and directions issued on VHF channel 12 / 16 by Valletta VTS and maritime enforcement officers that will be in the area.

Chart affected: BA 177

14th April, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 54 of 2023

Coastal rowing beach sprint at Ir-Ramla tal-Mixquqa

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, hereby notifies that the University of Malta Rowing Club will be organising a coastal rowing club beach sprint at Ir-Ramla tal-Mixquqa.

The activity will be held on Monday, 24th April, 2023, from 10.00 a.m. till 4.00 p.m., and on Tuesday, 25th April, 2023, from noon till 4.30 p.m., within the area A, B, C and D, as shown on chart A found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 56'.063 014° 20'.623

B 35° 55'.971 014° 20'.366

C 35° 55'.937 014° 20'.385

D 35° 56'.033 014° 20'.649

During the activity, the participants will have to row around a series of marker buoys which will be purposely laid within the above-mentioned area.

If due to inclement weather conditions the activity cannot be held in the above-mentioned locality, it will be held at Il-Bajja tal-Mellieħa, on the same dates and times, within the area W, X, Y and Z, as shown on chart B found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

W 35° 58'.262 014° 20'.998

X 35° 58'.299 014° 21'.284

Y 35° 58'.263 014° 21'.291

Z 35° 58'.227 014° 21'.013

Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate with extreme caution, at slow speed (no wake) when in the vicinity of the area of activity, on the stipulated dates and times. They are to give the indicated area a wide berth and cooperate with the organiser.

All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.

Charts affected: BA 211 and 2537

14th April, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 55 of 2023

Fireworks Display (Chinese Cakes) from the foreshore off Qui-Si-Sana, Tas-Sliema

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, hereby notifies mariners that a Chinese Cakes fireworks display will be let off from the foreshore off the Qui-Si-Sana, Tas-Sliema, on Saturday, 15th April, 2023, commencing at 10.30 p.m. and lasting about 10 minutes. The display will be centred at Point A (as shown on the chart on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) in the approximate following position:

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

35° 54'.590 14° 30'.663

In view of the above, mariners are advised to keep 60m away from point A, on the above-mentioned date and time.

Any boats berthed within the area shown on attached chart are to be removed during the above-mentioned date and time.

All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.

Chart affected: BA 177

14th April, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 56 of 2023

Marine Scientific Research (Bathymetry Survey) at Ras Ħanżir/Corradino in the Grand Harbour

Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 4 of 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that the Marine Scientific Research (Bathymetric survey) will be carried out at Ras Ħanżir/Corradino in the Grand Harbour will not be completed within the time, as planned. The completion date is therefore being extended to Sunday, 30th April, 2023.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 4 of 2023 is to be amended accordingly.

All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 4 of 2023 will remain valid.

Chart affected: BA 177

14th April, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 51 of 2023

Fireworks Display (Chinese Cakes) from the foreshore off Grand Hotel Excelsior

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, hereby notifies mariners that a Chinese Cakes fireworks display will be held from the foreshore off the Grand Hotel Excelsior on Saturday 22nd April, 2023, and Sunday 23rd April, 2023, starting at 8.30 p.m. for not more than 10 minutes. The display will be centred at point A (as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) in the approximate following position:

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

35° 53'.904 14° 30'.282

In view of the above, mariners are advised to keep 10m away from point A, on the above-mentioned date and time.

Any boats berthed or moored within the area shown on attached chart are to be removed during the above-mentioned date and time.

All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement officers on site.

Chart affected: BA 177

11th April, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 52 of 2023

Birżebbuġa Sailing Club – Crosscraft Spring Regatta 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, hereby notifies mariners that the Birżebbuġa Sailing Club shall be holding the Crosscraft Spring Regatta 2023 between Saturday, 22nd April and Sunday, 23rd April, 2023.

Races shall take place from 9.00 a.m till 5.00 p.m. (local time) on all days.

Class races shall take place over two (2) adjacent upwind/downwind courses, centred in the selected sailing area depending on the prevailing weather conditions. Found on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) showing areas A, B and C.

The courses, around which the competitors shall have to sail, shall be defined by orange inflatable marks (waypoints) of about 1.5 meters in height.

Races will take place, only when no merchant vessel traffic is scheduled to enter or to depart, from the Malta Freeport Terminals.

Masters of all craft, not directly involved in any of these events, are asked to keep clear of the racing areas, especially at each of the turning marks. All mariners are to observe any instructions that may be given by the Race Organisers Safety Crafts and on VHF Channels 14 and/or 16 by Marsaxlokk VTS.

Charts effected: BA 36, 2538

11th April, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 48 of 2023

Maintenance works on the slipways at Il-Fekruna and Xemxija in Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that maintenance works will be carried out on the slipways at Il-Fekruna and Ix-Xemxija in Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl.

The works will start on Tuesday, 4th April, 2023 and should be completed by Saturday, 8th April, 2023.

A silt curtain may be laid on a radius of 20m from point A at Il-Fekruna and on a radius of 20m from point B at Xemxija, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

These works will also be carried out by scuba divers who will be displaying the International Code of Signals Flag 'A', while works are being carried out.

Due to the above, the slipways mentioned above will not be accessible while the works are being carried out.

Mariners and owners of vessels are to proceed at very low speed (no wake) when navigating close to the area and are to co-operate with the contractor on site.

All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.

Chart affected: BA 211

6th April, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 49 of 2023

Works in connection with the new Buġibba Breakwater – temporary pedestrian access

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the public that work in connection with the new Buġibba Breakwater will commence on Monday, 10th April, 2023, and will last until further notice.

As part of these works, the area shown in red on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) will be closed off with hoarding. There will be no vehicular access onto the breakwater. Pedestrian access will remain available.

The area shown in blue on the attached chart is to be kept clear for the duration of these works. Any vessels and moorings that are left in this area after the stipulated date will be removed at the expense of their owner. No liability whatsoever will be accepted by the Authority for any damage that may be caused while removing the said vessels and moorings. A silt curtain will be laid within this area. A temporary pedestrian bridge will be constructed within the are shown in blue and on completion will replace the current pedestrian access onto the breakwater.

A safety distance, of at least 10m from the area indicated in blue, shall be maintained at all times.

Due to the above the slipway adjacent to the breakwater will not be accessible and cannot be used. Anybody needing to use a slipway is to make use of the slipways at Il-Fekruna or Xemxija until further notice.

Some of the works will be carried out by scuba divers who will be displaying the International Code of Signals Flag 'A'.

Mariners and vessel operators are to navigate with caution and at slow speed (no wake) when in the vicinity. They are to co-operate with the contractor on site.

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

Chart affected: BA 211

6th April, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 50 of 2023

Fireworks – Ġużè Ellul Mercer Gardens, Msida Marina, Msida

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that chinese cakes/stoppini and ground fireworks will be let off at Ġużè Ellul Mercer Gardens, Msida Marina, Msida, from point A and point B (as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta wesbite (www.transport.gov.mt)) on the following date and times.

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 53'.735 014° 29'.429

B 35° 53'.755 014° 29'.421

On Sunday, 9th April, 2023, from 4.30 p.m. till 4.45 p.m.

Masters and owners of vessels that are berthed or moored within 20m from point A and point B (area in red on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) are to remove their vessels during the above-mentioned date and time.

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, will accept no liabilities whatsoever for any vessels that are left berthed or moored in the area indicated in red, on the above-mentioned dates and times

All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.

Chart affected: BA 177

6th April, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 46 of 2023

Sediment sampling at Id-Daħla tal-Imsida, Il-Port ta' Marsamxett

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that sediment sampling will be carried out in Id-Daħla tal-Imsida, il-Port ta' Marsamxett.

The sediment sampling will be carried out at points A and B. as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 53'.776 014° 29'.431

B 35° 53'.800 014° 29'.522

The works will be carried out between Tuesday, 4th April, 2023 and Thursday, 6th April, 2023.

Although these works will be carried out from land, a safety distance of 3m from the above positions is to be always kept.

Vessels moored within the 3m safety distance, are to be removed during the above dates. 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.

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 areas a wide berth.

They are also to comply with any instructions given on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS and to co-operate with the contractor on site.

Charts affected: BA 177

Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM

4th April, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 47 of 2023

Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 33 of 2023 regarding diving survey (benthic) along Buġibba coast in Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl

Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 33 of 2023.

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that the diving survey (benthic) along Buġibba coast in Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl will not be completed within the time as planned. The completion date is therefore being extended to Sunday, 30th April, 2023.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 33 of 2023 is to be amended accordingly.

All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 33 of 2023 will remain valid.

Chart affected: BA 211

4th April, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 45 of 2023

World Rowing Tour Malta and Gozo 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that World Rowing tour Malta and Gozo 2023 will be organised between Monday, 3rd April, 2023, and Saturday 15th April, 2023.

The rowing tour program will follow the routes, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), on the following days:

On Monday, 3rd April, 2023:

Start at 9.00 a.m. from Il-Bajja tal-Mellieħa, point A and finish at 12.30 p.m. at Ir-Ramla il-Ħamra, point B.

Start at 2.00 p.m. from Ir-Ramla il-Ħamra, point B and finish at 5.00 p.m. at Il-Bajja tad-Dwejra, point C.

On Tuesday, 4th April, 2023:

Start at 10.00 a.m. from Il-Bajja tad-Dwejra, point C and finish at 1.00 p.m. at Mġarr ix-Xini, point D;

Start at 2.30 p.m. from Mġarr ix-Xini, point D and finish at 5.30 p.m. at Ir-Ramla tal-Mixquqa, point E.

On Wednesday, 5th April, 2023:

Start at 9.00 a.m. from Ir-Ramla tal-Mixquqa, point E and finish at 12.30 p.m. at Għar Lapsi, point F.

On Thursday, 6th April, 2023:

Start at 10.00 a.m. from Għar Lapsi, point F and finish at 12.30 p.m. at Il-Bajja ta' Marsaxlokk, point G.

On Friday, 7th April, 2023:

Start at 10.00 a.m. from Il-Bajja ta' Marsaxlokk, point G and finish at 1.00 p.m. at Id-Daħla tal-Kalkara in Il-Port il-Kbir, point H.

On Saturday, 8th April, 2023:

Start at 10.00 a.m. from Id-Daħla tal-Kalkara in Il-Port il-Kbir, point H and finish at 1.00 p.m. at Il-Bajja tal-Mellieħa, point A.

The rowers will be repeating the same route between Monday, 10th April, 2023 and Saturday, 15th April, 2023. They will follow the same route with the same start and finish times as the previous week

All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12, 14 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS or Marsaxlokk VTS and by any enforcement officials on site.

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

30th March, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 39 of 2023

Swimming event around St Paul's Island

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a swimming event around St Paul's Island is being organised on Friday, 31st March, 2023.

The participants will depart from point A, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), at approximately 8.00 a.m. They are to swim around St. Paul's Island in an anti-clockwise direction as per chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt). The swimmers are expected to arrive back at point A by about 10.30 a.m.

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 57'.989 014° 24'.769

The participating swimmers will follow the route as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) and will be accompanied by a support vessel, which can afford medical support.

Mariners are to note that no vessel, except the support vessel, will be allowed to pass from the channel between St. Paul's Island and Selmun on the date and time of the event.

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 211, 2537 and 2538

28th March, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 40 of 2023

Xterra Swim Event at Ir-Ramla tal-Mixquqa – Part of Triathlon

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that a Xterra Swim event which is part of a triathlon will be held at Ir-Ramla tal-Mixquqa.

The swim will be held within the area A, B, C and D (as shown on chart murija fis-sit elettroniku ta' Transport Malta (www.transport.gov.mt)), on Saturday, 1st April, 2023, from 9.30 a.m. till 2.00 p.m.

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 56'.069 014° 20'.619

B 35° 56'.026 014° 20'.417

C 35° 55'.953 014° 20'.474

D 35° 56'.021 014° 20'.656

Marker buoys will be placed at approximate positions B and C.

A personal watercraft (Jetski) and lifeguards of the 'Red Cross Society' will be available for safety reasons and to assist swimmers as necessary.

On the stipulated date, mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate with extreme caution and at slow speed (No Wake) when in the vicinity of the activity. They are to cooperate with the organisers.

All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.

Charts affected: BA 211, 2537

28th March, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 41 of 2023

Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 20 of 2023 regarding laying of submarine cable between Bridge Wharf and Fuel Wharf

Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 20 of 2023.

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that the Laying of submarine cable between Bridge Wharf and Fuel Wharf will not be completed within the time, as planned, therefore the completion date is being extended to Sunday, 30th April, 2023.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 20 of 2023 is to be amended accordingly.

All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 20 of 2023 will remain valid.

Chart affected: BA 177

28th March, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 42 of 2023

Malta model boat racing open competition 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, would like to notify mariners that the Malta Model Boat Association (MMBA) will be organising a model boat racing open competition in Il-Bajja tal-Mallieħa.

The open competition will be held between Friday, 31st March, 2023, and Sunday, 2nd April, 2023, between 8.30 a.m. and 6.00 p.m. daily. The races will be held within the area formed by joining the points A1, A2, A3 and A4 as shown on the chart A found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A1 35° 57'.974 014° 21'.228

A2 35° 58'.012 014° 21'.249

A3 35° 57'.983 014° 21'.345

A4 35° 57'.967 014° 21'.329

If due to bad weather conditions the competition cannot be held within the area mentioned above, the organisers will try to hold the competition in any one of the following locations, depending on wind direction, as stated below at the same times.

Id-Daħla ta' Rinella, on Saturday, 1st April, 2023, and Sunday, 2nd April, 2023, within the area formed by joining the points B1, B2, B3, and B4, as shown on the chart B found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

B1 35° 53'.591 014° 31'.622

B2 35° 53'.620 014° 31'.530

B3 35° 53'.675 014° 31'.573

B4 35° 53'.627 014° 31'.651

Ir-Ramla taċ-Ċirkewwa, between Friday, 31st March, 2023, and Sunday, 2nd April, 2023, within the area formed by joining the points C1, C2, C3, C4, and C5, as shown on the chart C found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

C1 35° 59'.115 014° 19'.964

C2 35° 59'.093 014° 19'.928

C3 35° 59'.135 014° 19'.800

C4 35° 59'.155 014° 19'.782

C5 35° 59'.171 014° 19'.839

Il-Bajja ta' San Tumas, between Friday, 31st March, 2023, and Sunday, 2nd April, 2023, within the area formed by joining the points D1, D2, D3, and D4, as shown on the chart D found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

D1 35° 51'.242 014° 33'.809

D2 35° 51'.225 014° 33'.870

D3 35° 51'.155 014° 33'.837

D4 35° 51'.166 014° 33'.787

Masters of all vessels not directly involved in this event are asked to keep clear of the racing area and observe any instructions that may be given by the event organisers safety vessels and on VHF channel 12/16 by Valletta VTS.

Any instructions issued on VHF Channel 12/14 /16 by Valletta/Marsaxlokk VTS are to be complied with.

Charts affected: BA 211A, 2537, 2538

28th March, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 43 of 2023

Swimming Activity, being part of a Triathlon at Il-Bajja tas-Salina – 2nd April, 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that Birkirkara St Joseph Sports Club will be organising the swimming part of a Triathlon in 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'.112 014° 25'.763

C 35° 57'.100 014° 25'.783

on Sunday, 2nd April, 2023, from 6.00 a.m. till 9.00 a.m.

A club RHIB 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. 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 officers on site.

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

28th March, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 44 of 2023

Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 186 of 2022 regarding reconstruction works on a slipway at Il-Qala tal-Mistra in Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl

Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 186 of 2022.

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that the reconstruction works on a slipway at Il-Qala tal-Mistra in Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl will not be completed within the time as planned, therefore he completion date is being extended to Thursday, 15th June, 2023.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 186 of 2022 is to be amended accordingly.

All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 186 of 2022 will remain valid.

Chart affected: BA 211

28th March, 2023

Local Notice to Mariners No. 37 of 2023

Construction of quay between Ras Ħanzir and Fuel Wharf in the Grand Harbour

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the general public that work to construct a quay between Ras Ħanzir and Fuel Wharf in the Grand Harbour, will be carried out.

As from Monday, 27th March, 2023, works will commence to repair the existing part of the quay within the area A, B, C, D and the intermediate coastline, as shown in blue on the attached chart. As from this date the area will be considered a 'no go area' except for vessels engaged in the repair operations.

As from Saturday, 1st April, 2023, works will commence within the area D, C, G, H, L and the intermediate coastline, as shown in red on the attached chart. As from this date the area will be considered a 'no go area' except for vessels engaged in the operations This will remain in force until further notice.

A dredger, hopper barges, jack up cranes and other equipment will be utilized, as necessary, during the entire project, and may be left moored within the area even when they are not being used.

All works related to the construction of the quay may be carried out during the day and the night (24/7).

Some of the works will be carried out by scuba divers. They will be assisted by a support vessel which shall exhibit the appropriate lights and shape signals in accordance with the Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at sea. 1972 (COLREGS) and with the International Code of Signals.

A silt curtain will be laid within the area mentioned above depending on where work is being carried out.

A safety distance, of at least 10m from the work area, shall be maintained, at all times.

As from Saturday 1st April, 2023, and until further notice, the area D, E, F, G and the area H, I, J, K, L, as shown in green on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), may be restricted at times and the use of the quays within these areas will be coordinated with the Traffic Management Unit (TMU) within Transport Malta.

All traffic movements in the vicinity of the area will be restricted. Permission to enter the area is to be obtained from Valletta VTS prior to approaching the area.

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 any instructions issued on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS.

Chart affected: BA 177

24th March, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 38 of 2023

Water sampling from three different localities round Malta – March to May 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that Water sampling from three different localities around Malta will be carried out on any days between Monday, 27th March, 2023, and Monday, 1st May, 2023. The sampling will be carried out from 8.00 a.m. till 5.00 p.m.

The water sampling will be carried out by divers operating from a support vessel at Għar Lapsi, Pembroke and Cirkewwa, as listed below:

At Għar Lapsi

The support vessel will be collecting samples 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

The support vessel will be collecting samples 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

The support vessel will be collecting samples 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

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

When the support 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

24th March, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 20 of 2023

Live firing practice at Pembroke Ranges – 30th March 2023 – 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 Thursday 30th March 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

24th March, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 35 of 2023

31st March Regatta in the Grand Harbour – Valletta

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that the 31 March Regatta will be held in the Grand Harbour. Sinkers and marker buoys will be laid as follows:

1. On Thursday 30th March, 2023, 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 Friday, 31st March, 2023, from 8.00 a.m., virtual line/wire rope with floats will be established/laid in the following positions:

(i) a wire rope with floats will be laid from point A ashore on Barriera Wharf to buoy B off Il-Ponta ta' Sant'Anġlu

(ii) a wire rope with floats will be laid from buoy B off Il-Ponta ta' Sant'Anġlu to point C north of Il-Ponta tal-Isla

(iii) a wire rope with floats will be laid 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) a virtual line will be established from point D west of Il-Ponta tal-Isla opposite the entrance to Id-Daħla tal-Franċiżi, Bastion to point E on Parlatorio Wharf

(v) a wire rope with floats will be laid from bollard 8 at Ras Ħanżir 2 point F to bollard 26 at Deep Water Quay point G, as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

3. The wire ropes, floats and buoys mentioned in 2 above will be removed on the completion of the Regatta at approximately 6.30 p.m. on Friday 31st March, 2023.

4. The sinkers and marker buoys mentioned in 1 above will then be removed on Saturday, 1st April, 2023.

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 Friday, 31st March, 2023, from 8.00 a.m. till 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 'Il-Marsa' sea area will not be allowed to proceed beyond the line F to G indicated in 2(v) 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), 2(iv) and 2(v).

Incoming vessels will not be allowed to proceed to any berth south-west of the imaginary line which is 150m north-east 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 Friday, 31st March, 2023, from 8.00 a.m. till 6.30 p.m., from all vessels except those authorised by the activity organisers.

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

21st March, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 36 of 2023

Malta Young Sailors Club - Foundation Day Regatta, St Paul's Bay

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Malta Young Sailors Club will be holding Foundation Day Regatta in St Paul's Bay, between Friday, 24th March, and Sunday, 26th March, 2023.

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 9.00 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

21st March, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 19 of 2023

Live firing practice at Pembroke Ranges – 28th March, 2023 – Extended hours

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that further to Notice to Mariners No. 24 of 2021, the Armed Forces of Malta will carry out Live Firing Practice on Tuesday, 28th March, 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

21st March, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 17 of 2023

Live Firing Practice at Pembroke Ranges – 24th

and 25th March, 2023 – 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 Friday, 24th March, 2023, and Saturday 25th March, 2023, with extended hours from 4.30 p.m. till 6.00 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

17th March, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 18 of 2023

Live Firing Practice at Pembroke

Ranges – Sunday, 26th March, 2023

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 Sunday, 26th March, 2023, at the Pembroke Ranges, from 8.00 a.m. till 5.00 p.m. (local time).

The exercise area is delineated by sector ABC.

From Position A

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 55'.540 14° 28'.320

(Centre point on land),

a radius of 4 nautical miles to points

B 35° 59'.460 14° 27'.150 and

C 35° 58'.290 14° 32'.190

During the live firing practice red flags (approximate size 2.5m x 2m) will be flown from the shore limits. Mariners are warned to keep a minimum of 4 nautical miles off the coast when the flags are sighted.

Moreover, any instructions given by Valletta Port Control (VTS) on VHF Channel 12 are to be strictly observed

Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM

Charts affected: BA 2538, 2537, 194

Local Notice to Mariners No. 34 of 2023

Diving survey and repair works around the Bugibba Breakwater in Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that a diving survey and repair works will be held around the Bugibba Breakwater in Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl.

The diving survey and repair works are planned to start on Wednesday, 22nd March, 2023, and be completed on Saturday, 22nd April, 2023. The works will be held within the area formed by the imaginary lines joining points A, B, C, D, E, F, and the intermediate coastline, as shown in red on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 57'.130 014° 24'.530

B 35° 57'.133 014° 24'.488

C 35° 57'.157 014° 24'.441

D 35° 57'.092 014° 24'.391

E 35° 57'.072 014° 24'.412

F 35° 57'.111 014° 24'.512

The survey and repairs will be carried out by scuba divers who will be displaying the International Code of Signals Flag 'A', while works are being carried out.

There may be a support vessel assisting in the works. A safety zone of 100m round the scuba divers and the support vessel is to be kept while works are being carried out.

Some of the repair works will be carried out on and near the slipway, at the beginning of the breakwater; due to this work the slipway cannot be used and another slipway further south may be used instead.

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

Chart affected: BA 211

14th March, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 31 of 2023

Speed Restricted in Close Proximity to Small Craft, Mooring Areas and Marinas (Revised)

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, wishes to remind mariners, boaters and operators of commercial vessels on the importance of proceeding at a safe speed at all times subject to the prevailing circumstances and conditions and with extra caution and slow speed when operating and manoeuvring in close proximity to small craft, mooring areas and marinas. Mariners are also reminded on the importance of keeping a proper lookout at all times.

The following shall apply:

1. In terms of the Yachting Centres Regulations (SL 499.10), no person shall cause or permit any yacht or other craft to proceed at a speed in excess of three (3) knots within a yachting centre (marina) or the established approaches thereto;

2. Further to the Ports Regulations (SL 499.01) and the Small Ships Regulations (SL 499.52), it is determined that within the ports of Valletta, Marsamxett, and Mġarr (Gozo) mariners are to proceed at a speed not exceeding ten (10) knots; and were deemed appropriate, subject to the type of vessel and the prevailing weather conditions, at a lesser speed to keep wash to a minimum;

3. In other ports and harbours and internal waters, within 300m from the foreshore of a sandy beach and within 200m from other part of the foreshore, vessels are to proceed at a speed which does not exceed ten (10) knots;

4. When speed marker buoys (IALA Special Mark) are sighted, the speed indicated on the buoy is not to be exceeded; and

5. This does not exempt vessels operating in line with a 'permit to operate' from their obligations.

Operators of Commercial Vessels are further requested to contact and inform Valletta VTS on VHF Channel 12 prior to proceeding on harbour cruises within the ports and are to inform the respective Marina Operator on VHF Channel 13 when navigating within creeks and marina fairways.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 6 of 2023 of Transport Malta is hereby CANCELLED.

3rd March, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 32 of 2023

Sediment sampling at Id-Daħla tal-Imsida, Il-Port ta' Marsamxett

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that sediment sampling will be carried out in Id-Daħla tal-Imsida, Il-Port ta' Marsamxett.

The sediment sampling will be carried out at points A and B. as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 53'.776 014° 29'.431

B 35° 53'.800 014° 29'.522

The works will be carried out between Monday, 13th March, 2023 and Wednesday, 15th March, 2023.

Although these works will be carried out from land, a safety distance of 3m from the above positions is to be always kept.

Vessels moored within the 3m safety distance, are to be removed during the above dates. 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.

Masters and operators of vessels are advised to keep a sharp look-out, navigate with caution and at very slow speed and give the indicated vessels a wide berth.

They are also to comply with any instructions given on VHF channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS and to co-operate with the contractor on site.

Chart affected: BA 177

Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM

3rd March, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 33 of 2023

Diving survey (benthic) along Bugibba coast in Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that diving survey (Benthic) will be held along Buġibba coast in Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl.

The diving survey will be held between Monday, 6th March, 2023 and Thursday, 6th April, 2023, 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° 57'.147 014° 24'.539

B 35° 57'.181 014° 24'.514

C 35° 57'.433 014° 25'.042

D 35° 57'.415 014° 25'.054

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

A safety zone of 50m from the above area is to be kept during the surveys.

Chart affected: BA 211

3rd March, 2023

Local Notice to Mariners No. 26 of 2023

Reconstruction and extension of slipway at Il-Qrejten, Marsaxlokk

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the general public that work on the reconstruction and extension of slipway at Il-Qrejten in Il-Port ta' Marsaxlokk, will be carried out.

The work will commence on Monday, 6th March, 2023, and is expected to be completed by Tuesday, 31st October, 2023, from 7.00 a.m. till 7.00 p.m. daily.

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 safety distance, of at least 10m from the silt curtains, shall be maintained at all times.

Some of the works will be carried out by scuba divers who will be displaying the International Code of Signals Flag 'A'.

The indicated slipway with adjacent quay cannot be used during this period due to the silt curtain.

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 14 and/or 16 by Marsaxlokk VTS.

Chart affected: BA 36

28th February, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 27 of 2023

Cancellation of Local Notice to Mariners No. 9 of 2021 regarding refurbishment works on slipway and adjacent jetty at Ir-Ramla tal-Bir in Il-Fliegu ta' Kemmuna

Reference is made to BA Chart 211 – channel between Malta and Gozo

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the refurbishment works on the slipway and adjacent jetty at Ir-Ramla tal-Bir in Il-Fliegu ta' Kemmuna, mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 9 of 2021, has been completed.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 9 of 2021 is hereby cancelled.

28th February, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 28 of 2023

Cancellation of Local Notice to Mariners No. 154 of 2021 regarding refurbishment works on a slipway at Triq il-Luzzu, Qawra

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that refurbishment work on two adjacent slipways located at Triq il-Luzzu, Qawra, mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 154 of 2021, has been completed.

Local Notice to Mariners No 154 of 2021 is hereby CANCELLED.

28th February, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 29 of 2023

Cancellation of Local Notice to Mariners No. 155 of 2021 regarding dredging at Birżebbuġa next to Triq San Patrizju (Fishermen's Platform)

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Dredging at Birżebbuġa next to Triq San Patrizju (Fishermen's Platform), mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No 155 of 2021, has been completed.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 155 of 2021 is hereby cancelled.

28th February, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 30 of 2023

Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 21 of 2023 regarding geotechnical investigation at Ras Ħanzir – Corradino in the Grand Harbour

Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 21 of 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that the geotechnical investigation being carried out at Ras Ħanżir – Corradino in the Grand Harbour, Valletta, will not be completed within the time as planned. The completion date is therefore being extended to Friday, 30th June, 2023.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 21 of 2023 is to be amended accordingly.

All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 21 of 2023 will remain valid.

Chart affected: BA 211

28th February, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 15 of 2023

Cancellation of Notice to Mariners No. 11 of 2023 regarding Merkanti Reef, East Cardinal Light – Destroyed

Reference is made to BA Chart 177 – Valletta Harbours

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Merkanti Reef East Cardinal light flashing quick 3 every 10 seconds (pole mounted) mentioned in Notice to Mariners No. 11 of 2023, has been re-established and is functioning properly.

Notice to Mariners No. 11 of 2023 is hereby cancelled.

28th February, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 16 of 2023

Cancellation of Notice to Mariners No. 5 of 2023 regarding Marsaxlokk Freeport Terminal 2 Breakwater Light – Unlit

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Marsaxlokk Freeport Terminal 2 Breakwater Light, mentioned in Notice to Mariners No. 5 of 2023, has been repaired and is functioning properly.

Notice to Mariners No. 5 of 2023 is hereby cancelled.

28th February, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 24 of 2023

MT-IT Interconnector II Project – Geophysical investigation near shore at Għallis

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that several types of geophysical investigative surveys will be carried out close to the shore at Għallis, for the proposed Malta-Italy interconnector II project.

Weather permitting, the investigative surveys are planned to be carried out between Wednesday, 22nd February, 2023 and Tuesday, 28th February, 2023, from 8.00 a.m. till 5.00 p.m., daily, within the area A, B, C and D, as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt):

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 57'.218 14° 26'.314

B 35° 57'.333 14° 26'.352

C 35° 57'.306 14° 26'.468

D 35° 57'.143 14° 26'.415

Within the area indicated above, a number of lit up marker buoys may be utilised.

The geophysical investigative surveys will involve the laying of cables on the sea bottom. The cables will be laid by divers, who 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. In accordance with the International Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea, 1972, as amended (COLREG), the support vessel will also exhibit the appropriate lights and shapes as related to the nature of its work.

As the cables will remain in position for several days, mariners are instructed not to anchor or fish within the above-mentioned area and within a radius of 25m around it, during the mentioned period.

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, 2538

24th February, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 25 of 2023

Further to Local Notice to Mariners No. 8 of 2023 regarding Restricted Areas round Malta due to danger of falling rocks

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the general public that further to Local Notice to Mariners No. 8 of 2023 regarding Restricted Areas round Malta due to danger of falling rocks, the following area is to be added to the list.

Under Ex-Bighi Hospital in Id-Daħla ta' Rinella – The area A, B, C, and the intermediate coastline (approximately 25m off the coast), as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

All conditions and advice mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 8 of 2023, will remain valid and will apply to this area also.

Chart affected: BA 177

24th February, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 13 of 2023

Marsaxlokk Lighthouse, Dellimara Point – UNLIT

Reference is made to BA Chart 36 – 'Marsaxlokk and Approaches' and 'Marsaxlokk'

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Marsaxlokk Lighthouse Dellimara, Point Light flashing 2 every 12 seconds Fl(2)12s in the following position:

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

35° 49'.300 14° 33'.538

Is UNLIT.

Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM

Charts affected: BA 36, 2538, 194

24th February, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 14 of 2023

Cancellation of Notice to Mariners No 13 of 2023 regarding Marsaxlokk Lighthouse, Dellimara Point – UNLIT

Reference is made to BA Chart 36 – 'Marsaxlokk and Approaches' and 'Marsaxlokk'

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Marsaxlokk Lighthouse, Dellimara Point Light, mentioned in Notice to Mariners No. 13 of 2023, has been Repaired and is functioning properly.

Notice to Mariners No. 13 of 2023 is hereby cancelled.

24th February, 2023

Notice to Mariners No. 11 of 2023

Merkanti Reef, East Cardinal Light – DESTROYED

Reference is made to BA Charts 177 – Valletta Harbours

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Merkanti Reef East Cardinal light flashing quick 3 every 10 seconds (pole mounted) in the following position:

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

35° 55'.490 014° 29'.850

has been DESTROYED.

21st February, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 12 of 2023

Cancellation of Notice to Mariners No. 7 of 2023 regarding Portomaso Marina entrance west light – Destroyed

Reference is made to BA Charts 177 – Valletta Harbours

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Portomaso Marina entrance West light, wall mounted, mentioned in Notice to Mariners No. 7 of 2023, has been re-established and is functioning properly.

Notice to Mariners No. 7 of 2023 is hereby CANCELLED.

21st February, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 23 of 2023

Noise Levels onboard Commercial Vessels

This Notice is to be read in conjunction with (Notice to Mariners No. 9 of 2023 - LIFE Arċipelagu Garnija Project – Restriction areas around Malta)

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, reminds all operators, masters, and crew of commercial vessels of the provisions of the Code of Practice for the Safety of Commercial Vessels dealing with noise and loud music onboard such commercial vessels. These provisions have been established to safeguard the safety of navigation and operations of the vessel by ensuring that all communications onboard are not impaired at any time; and also, to take into consideration the social and environmental obligations by ensuring that no nuisance is caused especially in areas which are noise sensitive. These provisions are to be complied with at all times.

Furthermore, all operators, masters and crew are hereby notified that, when organising boat parties, a No Objection to enter any port, harbour or bay shall be obtained from Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS), prior to the event taking place.

The No Objection has to be applied for, not less than 24 hours prior to the scheduled activity and the following conditions shall be observed:

1. The required permits to hold the activity must be in hand and submitted to the Authority.

2. The names and contact numbers of the Master and of a second contact person, (on board) shall be provided to the Authority.

3. Noise1 and music levels shall be controlled so that they do not cause any disturbance and nuisance to other persons on vessels in the vicinity or persons ashore. Sound levels shall not impair in any way, communications to and from the vessel. To be complied with at all times.

4. Music must be stopped by 11.00 p.m.

Further restrictions may apply to locations in close proximity to residential or environmentally sensitive areas.

Operators, masters, and crew are to keep watch on VHF Channel 12 and cooperate with the enforcement officers in the area and with the Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) and comply with all instructions and directions given.

Enforcement action will be taken accordingly in the event of any non-compliance.

1Noise: - is unwanted sound considered unpleasant, loud or disruptive to hearing, it shall, amongst others, include horns, sirens, whistles, rackets, shouting, jeering, drums and other sources.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 8 of 2020 of Transport Malta is hereby cancelled.

17th February, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 7 of 2023

Portomaso Marina Entrance West light – Destroyed

Reference is made to BA Chart 177 – Valletta Harbours

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Portomaso Marina Entrance west light, wall mounted in position:

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

35° 55'.262 014° 29'.712

Flashing quick red, has been destroyed.

17th February, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 8 of 2023

Marsaxlokk Breakwater Head - Light Unreliable

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)

35° 49'.080 014° 32'.970

is UNRELIABLE.

Position in WGS 84 Datum.

Chart Affected: BA Chart 36, 2538, 194

17th February, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 9 of 2023

LIFE Arċipelagu Garnija Project – Restriction

Areas around Malta

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners that as part of the LIFE Arċipelagu Garnija project, the Environment and Resources Authority (ERA) has established a number of restrictions, in line with:

The Birds Directive (Directive 2009/147/EC) transposed into Maltese legislation through the Conservation of Wild Birds Regulations (S.L. 549.42)

The Habitats Directive (Directive 92/43/EEC) transposed into Maltese legislation through the Flora, Fauna and Natural Habitats Protection Regulations (S.L 549.44).

The Marine Strategy Framework Directive (Directive 2008/56/EC) transposed into Maltese legislation through the Marine Policy Framework Regulations (S.L. 549.62).

In order not to disturb the natural environment and habitats, all mariners shall, in addition to the above Directives, comply with the following accordingly:

Fully comply with the Requirements of the Collision Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea COLREGS 72 (as amended) concerning Lights, Shapes and Sound Signals.

The Rules for Lights shall be complied with from sunset to sunrise, and during such times no other lights shall be exhibited, except such lights as cannot be mistaken for the lights specified in the Rules or do not impair their visibility or distinctive character or interfere with the keeping of a proper look-out.

The use of ultra-long throw searchlights, laser, strobe, flashing and bright coloured lights is prohibited in the areas as indicated on the charts on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Loud music, horns, sirens, and bells, other than as required by the Rules, are also prohibited in the areas as as shown on the charts on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Observation of any speed restrictions.

Maintaining a distance off as prescribed in this Notice.

Action will be taken against anybody not observing these restrictions. Offenders may be liable to legal prosecution.

Blue Grotto – Qrendi - Chart 1

The restricted area is shown in red. It is formed by the imaginary line 1F to 1G and the intermediate coastline. Navigation and anchoring are not permitted in the area except for vessels engaged in fishing, local commercial activities, and recreational diving operations. Only compulsory lights and sound. All year round and at all times.

Shown in blue – Formed by the imaginary lines 1A to 1B to 1C to 1D to 1E, the imaginary line 1F to 1G and the intermediate coastline - Only compulsory lights and sounds. All year round and at all times.

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

1A 35° 49'.213 014° 27'.724

1B 35° 48'.984 014° 27'.570

1C 35° 48'.938 014° 27'.382

1D 35° 49'.037 014° 27'.128

1E 35° 49'.140 014° 27'.182

1F 35° 49'.165 014° 27'.334

1G 35° 49'.192 014° 27'.574

Cominotto – Blue Lagoon - Chart 2

Shown in red – Formed by the imaginary lines 2C to 2B to 2D and the intermediate coastline - No anchoring in the area except for fishing and diving vessels. Maximum speed 3 knots. Only compulsory lights and sounds. All year round and at all times.

Shown in blue – Formed by the imaginary lines 2A to 2B to 2C and the intermediate coastline - Only compulsory lights and sounds. Maximum speed 10 knots. All year round and at all times.

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

2A 36° 00'.222 014° 19'.472

2B 36° 00'.638 014° 19'.206

2C 36° 00'.731 014° 19'.370

2D 36° 00'.716 014° 19'.156

Dwejra – Gozo - Chart 3

Shown in red – Formed by the imaginary lines 3A to 3B to 3C to 3D to 3E and the intermediate coastline - Only compulsory sounds and lights allowed. Maximum speed 5 knots. All year round and at all times.

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

3A 36° 02'.729 014° 11'.366

3B 36° 02'.721 014° 11'.288

3C 36° 02'.809 014° 11'.220

3D 36° 02'.871 014° 11'.243

3E 36° 02'.886 014° 11'.294

Majjistral NHP - Chart 4

Shown in red - All transiting traffic to maintain a minimum distance of 100 m from the cliff. All year round and at all times.

Shown in blue - Formed by the imaginary lines 4A to 4B to 4C to 4D to 4E and the intermediate coastline - Only compulsory light and sounds. All year round and at all time.

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

4A 35° 56'.678 014° 19'.905

4B 35° 56'.826 014° 19'.360

4C 35° 57'.223 014° 19'.663

4D 35° 57'.828 014° 19'.364

4E 35° 58'.115 014° 19'.586

Miġra l-Ferħa - Chart 5

Shown in red - Formed by the imaginary line 5A to 5B and the intermediate coastline - No navigation and no anchoring in the area except for fishing and diving vessels.

Only compulsory light and sounds. All year round and at all times.

Shown in blue - All transiting traffic to maintain a minimum distance of 100 m from the cliff. All year round and at all times.

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

5A 35° 52'.084 014° 21'.095

5B 35° 52'.232 014° 20'.978

Santa Marija Caves - Chart 6

Shown in red – Formed by the imaginary line 6E to 6F and the intermediate coastline - No anchoring in the area except for fishing and diving vessels. Maximum speed 3 knots. Only compulsory lights and sound. All year round and at all times.

Shown in blue – Formed by the imaginary lines 6A to 6B to 6C to 6D, the imaginary line 6E to 6F and the intermediate coastline - No stopping and no anchoring zone of 0.5 NM except for fishing and diving vessels. Only compulsory lights and sound. All year round and at all times.

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

6A 36° 01'.141 014° 20'.400

6B 36° 01'.475 014° 20'.761

6C 36° 01'.248 014° 21'.080

6D 36° 00'.914 014° 20'.716

6E 36° 00'.960 014° 20'.665

6F 36° 01'.116 014° 20'.427

St Paul's Islands - Chart 7

Shown in red - Formed by the imaginary lines 7A to 7B, the imaginary line 7C to 7D and the intermediate coastline - Only compulsory lights and sound. Maximum speed 5 knots. All year round and at all times.

Shown in blue – Formed by the circle of radius 0.5NM centred on point 7E - Only compulsory lights and sound. All year round and at all times.

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

7A 35° 57'.838 014° 23'.951

7B 35° 57'.812 014° 23'.864

7C 35° 58'.066 014° 23'.824

7D 35° 57'.970 014° 24'.066

7E 35° 57'.985 014° 24'.176

Ta' Cenc - Chart 8

Shown in red - All transiting vessels to maintain a minimum distance of 100m from the cliffs. All year round and at all times.

Shown in blue – Formed by the imaginary lines 8A to 8B to 8C to 8D to 8E to 8F and the intermediate coastline - Only compulsory sounds and lights allowed. Maximum speed 10 knots. All year round and at all times.

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

8A 36° 00'.952 014° 16'.260

8B 36° 00'.448 014° 16'.330

8C 36° 00'.197 014° 15'.744

8D 36° 00'.835 014° 12'.796

8E 36° 01'.285 014° 12'.469

8F 36° 01'.560 014° 12'.865

Mariners are also reminded to navigate with caution and slow speed and give the indicated areas a wide berth. They are to comply with any instructions given by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12.

Notice to Mariners No. 44 of 2020 of Transport Malta is hereby cancelled.

Charts affected: BA 194, 211, 2537

17th February, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 10 of 2023

Restricted Area between “Ponta ta' l-Aħrax" and “Daħlet ix-Xilep"

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that as part of an EU LIFE project, aimed at protecting the Yelkouan Shearwaters (GARNIJA), seabirds that breed on cliffs, a restricted area is established. One such breeding area is located at “Rdum tal-Madonna" on the cliffs between il-Ponta ta' l-Aħrax and Daħlet ix-Xilep.

The habitat and breeding ground of ten per cent (10%) of the world's population of Yelkouan Shearwaters, is located at “Rdum tal-Madonna". The Area has been designated as a “Special Protection Area" (SPA) and is now of International Importance and interest in the conservation of the species and of other seabirds. Light and noise seriously disturb the birds with the danger of them deserting the colony.

The buffer zone to the SPA (about 1.1 Nautical Mile from shore) lies between the following imaginary points and the intermediate coastline, as shown on chart 1 on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

(A) 35°59'.268 14°22'.574

(B) 35°59'.231 14°23'.759

(D) 36°00'.874 14°22'.692

(E) 35°59'.901 14°22'.057

In view of the above Masters of all vessels and craft are to adhere to the following conduct while transiting the area all year round

No lights, other than lights prescribed in the Convention on the International Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea, 1972 (COLREGs) shall be exhibited. No loud noise from any vessel, other than the sound signals as prescribed in the Collision Regulations (COLREGs), shall be permitted when navigating in or near the buffer zone.

Operators of pleasure cruises holding organised “Boat Parties" are obliged to follow the above guidelines. All lights, not related to the navigation of the vessel, shall be extinguished when transiting the indicated area. Loud noise and music is not permitted in the SPA.

The 'letting off' of petards and other fireworks from sea is strictly prohibited in or near the buffer zone to the SPA - all year round.

The buffer zone to the SPA is a “no stopping zone" for all vessels other than vessels carrying out fishing activities.

Fishing activities in the area using powerful bright lights (lampara etc) are prohibited in line with Art.4 of the Fishery Regulations (SL425.01) and Council Regulation (EC) No 1967/2006 concerning management.

Further to the above, the Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners that as part of the LIFE Arċipelagu Garnija project, the Environment and Resources Authority (ERA) has established a number of restrictions, in line with:

the Birds Directive (Directive 2009/147/EC) transposed into Maltese legislation through the Conservation of Wild Birds Regulations (S.L. 549.42)

the Habitats Directive (Directive 92/43/EEC) transposed into Maltese legislation through the Flora, Fauna and Natural Habitats Protection Regulations (S.L 549.44).

the Marine Strategy Framework Directive (Directive 2008/56/EC) transposed into Maltese legislation through the Marine Policy Framework Regulations (S.L. 549.62).

All vessels, other than vessels engaged in fishing and vessels engaged in recreational diving operations, are prohibited from anchoring in the area enclosed by the imaginary line X – Y and the intermediate coastline shown hatched red on the attached chart 2. All vessels operating in this area shall not exceed the maximum permitted speed of 3 knots.

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

(X) 35°59'.584 14°22'.339

(Y) 35°59'.539 14°23'.361

Notice to Mariners No. 45 of 2020 of Transport Malta is hereby cancelled.

Charts affected: BA 211A, 2538, 2537, 194

17th February, 2023

Local Notice to Mariners No. 22 of 2023

Further to Local Notice to Mariners No. 17 of 2023 regarding Fireworks – Feast of St Paul's Shipwreck – Valletta – 2023

Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 17 of 2023.

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that further Local Notice to Mariners No. 17 of 2023 the following may apply:

If due to unfavourable weather conditions on Friday, 10th February, 2023, the display cannot be held on the day, it will be held on Saturday, 11th February, 2023, at the same time and from the same place.

All the information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 17 of 2023 will also apply on this new date.

Chart affected: BA 177

9th February, 2023

Local Notice to Mariners No. 19 of 2023

Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 215 of 2022 regarding preparatory work for the laying of the high voltage shore connection at the Grand Harbour – Fuel Wharf

Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 215 of 2022

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that, the area where the works were to take place has been amended and that no fixed silt curtain will be placed.

The new work area is formed by the imaginary line joining the points I, J, K, L, M, N, O, P, Q, and the intermediate coastline, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Due to the new area the works will not be completed within the time as planned. The completion date is therefore being extended to Friday, 10th February, 2023.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 215 of 2022 is to be amended accordingly.

All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 215 of 2022 will remain valid.

Chart affected: BA 177

7th February, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 20 of 2023

Laying of submarine cable between Bridge Wharf and Fuel Wharf

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the general public that cables are to be laid for the High Voltage Shore to Ship Connection Service at the Grand Harbour.

The laying of the cables is to commence on Friday, 10th February, 2023, and is expected to be completed by Friday, 31st March, 2023.

The work will be carried out within the area A, B, C, D 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° 52'.918 014° 30'.171

B 35° 52'.923 014° 30'.049

C 35° 52'.948 014° 30'.041

D 35° 52'.942 014° 30'.175

Some of the works will be carried out by scuba divers. They will be assisted by a support vessel which shall exhibit the appropriate lights and shape signals in accordance with the Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea 1972 (COLREGS) and with the International Code of Signals.

All traffic movements in the vicinity of the area will be restricted. Permission to transit the area is to be obtained from Valletta VTS prior to approaching the area.

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

7th February, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 21 of 2023

Geotechnical Investigation at Ras Ħanżir – Corradino

in the Grand Harbour

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies Mariners that a Geotechnical Investigation will be carried out at Ras Ħanzir – Corradino in the Grand Harbour Valletta. The investigation will commence with immediate effect and is expected to be completed by the end of February 2023.

The work, which is to be carried out from flat barges, consists of geotechnical investigation within the area formed by the imaginary line joining the points A, B, C, D, and the intermediate coastline (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).

Point Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 52'.999 014° 30'.242

B 35° 53'.028 014° 30'.207

C 35° 53'.170 014° 30'.383

D 35° 53'.134 014° 30'.407

The works 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 slow speed (no wake) and give the indicated areas a wide berth. They are to comply with any instructions issued on VHF channel 12/16 by Valletta VTS and any enforcement agency on site.

Charts affected: BA 177, 2537, 2538

7th February, 2023

Local Notice to Mariners No. 16 of 2023

Yachting Malta BSC International Regatta – February 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Birżebbuġa Sailing Club shall be holding the Yachting Malta BSC International Regatta 2023 between Thursday, 9th February, 2023 and Sunday, 12th February, 2023.

Races shall take place between 9.00 a.m. and 5.00 p.m. (local time) on all days.

Class races shall take place over two (2) adjacent upwind/downwind courses, centred in the selected sailing area depending on the prevailing weather conditions as shown on the chart showing areas A, B and C found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

The courses, around which the competitors shall have to sail, shall be defined by orange inflatable marks (waypoints) of about 1.5 meters in height.

Races will take place, only when no merchant vessel traffic is scheduled to enter or to depart, from the Malta Freeport Terminals.

Charts affected: BA 36, 2538

3rd February, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 17 of 2023

Fireworks – Feast of St Paul Shipwreck – Valletta – 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that in connection with the Titular Feast of St Paul's Shipwreck at Valletta, aerial firework displays will be let off from the foreshore at Il-Ponta ta' Sant'Jiermu (point A). Ground fireworks display will take place on the bastion next to Il-Ponta tal-Imgerbeb (point B) from approximately the following position:

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 54'.163 14° 31'.226

B 35° 53'.892 14° 31'.089

The dates and times of the firework displays from the above positions, are as follows:

From point A:

Thursday, 9th February, 2023, from 9.30 p.m. to 10.30 p.m.

Friday, 10th February, 2023, from 8.00 a.m. to 8.15 a.m., from noon to 12.15 p.m., and from 5.40 p.m. to 7.00 p.m.

From point B:

Wednesday, 8th February, 2023, from 10.00 p.m. to 10.30 p.m.

Thursday, 9th February, 2023, from 10.30 p.m. to 11.00 p.m.

Mariners are to note the above, give the positions indicated a wide berth and a safe distance from point A of at least 200m and from point B of at least 50m (as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)). They are further instructed to contact Valletta VTS on VHF Channel 12 when navigating in and/or out of the Grand Harbour and Marsamxett Harbour on the above dates and times.

Any instructions issued on VHF Channels 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS and /or by any enforcement agency on site, are to be complied with.

Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM

Chart affected: BA 177

3rd February, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 18 of 2023

Dolphins, Whales, Turtles, Sharks, Jellyfish Blooms and Alien Species Sighting Report

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that the Conservation Biology Research Group of the University of Malta is conducting research on marine biodiversity within the Central Mediterranean Region around the Maltese Islands (from coastal to offshore) in respect of:

1. Dolphins, whales and turtles

2. Sharks, rays

3. Jellyfish blooms

4. Alien species sightings or caught during fishing

Mariners are requested to cooperate and support the research by reporting immediately after sightings to the following:

Email: Prof. Adriana Vella on (adriana.vella@um.edu.mt)

SMS/phone on mobile/WhatsApp: +356 9942 9592

Additionally, thanks to support by the NGO BICREF, one may also send information by filling the form at the link (http://bicref.org.mt/notices-to-mariners/).

The information required includes the following:

a) Date and time of observation

b) Number of dolphins/whales/turtles/sharks/blooms of jellyfish/alien species

c) Location of sighting (including GPS coordinates if possible)

d) Photos/videos whenever possible to allow for identification of the species

The participation of mariners in this long-term initiative is very much encouraged and necessary to ensure regular updates supporting the monitoring of Maltese waters to devise an early warning system for bathers and to assist in Mediterranean-wide marine conservation.

3rd February, 2023

Notice to Mariners No. 4 of 2023

Archaeological Zones at Sea – Superintendence of Cultural Heritage (Consolidated list January 2023)

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, would like to remind all mariners that the Superintendence of Cultural Heritage has established several protected sites, in line with the Cultural Heritage Act (Cap. 445).

As per the Government Gazette dated 31st May, 2019, No. 615 Cultural Heritage Act (Cap.455), Declaration of Archaeological Zones at Sea; Government Gazette dated 8th October 2019, No. 1261 Cultural Heritage Act 2019 (Cap.455), Article 45; and Government Gazette dated 4th March 2022, No. 20799, p. 2221 Cultural Heritage Act (Cap.455), Declaration of Archaeological Zones at Sea, the following sites have been established.

Off Xlendi (Gozo)

Xlendi Underwater Archaeological Park (Gozo)

The area formed by joining the imaginary line A, B, C and D

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 36º 01'.364 014º 12'.494

B 36º 01'.526 014º 12'.628

C 36º 01'.637 014º 12'.299

D 36º 01'.518 014º 12'.215

Wreck Latitude (N) Longitude (E) Buffer Area (Radius)

Off San Blas Bay (Gozo)

Spitfire 36° 03'.900 014° 19'.560 150m

Off Il-Ponta tal-Qawra

JU88 35° 58'.484 014° 27'.982 250m

Off Il-Bajja ta' San Ġiljan

Fairey Swordfish 35° 56'.102 014° 30'.646 250m

Off Il-Port il-Kbir (Valletta)

HMS Olympus 35° 55'.536 014° 33'.916 500m

Schnellboot 35° 54'.289 014° 32'.861 500m

HMS Trusty Star 35° 54'.388 014° 33'.371 500m

HMS Urge 35° 55'.200 014° 33'.956 100m

Off Il-Bajja ta' Marsaskala

ORP Kujawiak 35° 53'.290 014° 38'.482 500m

HMS Southwold (Bow) 35° 52'.434 014° 35'.836 500m

HMS Southwold (Stern) 35° 52'.349 014° 35'.861 500m

SS Polynesian (Bow) 35° 51'.469 014° 36'.297 500m

SS Polynesian (Stern) 35° 51'.451 014° 36'.392 500m

HMS Nasturtium 35° 53'.637 014° 42'.612 500m

HMS Russell 35° 54'.198 014° 36'.473 500m

JU88 35° 53'.117 014° 37'.976 150 m

Maryland Bomber 35° 51'.296 014° 36'.842 150 m

Off Il-Bajja ta' Marsaxlokk

SS Luciston 35° 47'.461 014° 35'.464 500m

Off Il-Ponta ta' Bengħajsa

B24 Liberator 35° 47'.991 014° 32'.982 200m

Douglas A-1 Skyraider 35° 47'.905 014° 32'.062 150m

In view of the above, Transport Malta hereby notifies that with immediate effect all commercial vessels intending to carry out diving operations on the, above listed, historical wrecks must be fitted with an operational AIS which must be kept on at all times. Besides the necessary permits from Heritage Malta – Underwater Cultural Heritage Unit, they must also obtain clearance from Valletta VTS on VHF Channel 12 or Marsaxlokk VTS on VHF Channel 14, following pre-notification.

Compliance with this requirement is mandatory and non-compliance may lead to the prohibition of stopping/diving on these sites and possibly including the prohibition of navigation in general, without prejudice to other applicable penalties and legal proceedings.

The buffer areas, as listed, are to be considered as 'No Stopping Areas'. Only divers' vessels fitted with an operational AIS and holding a special permit, as stated above, will be permitted to the facility of anchoring/mooring. Masters of diving support vessels are to ensure that the appropriate signals in accordance with the International Convention for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea and the International Code of Signals, are exhibited during diving sessions. Furthermore, divers/mariners are to note that spear fishing and the use of fishing gear such as set bottom lines, trammel nets, gill nets and entangling nets, encircling nets, demersal pots and traps are prohibited in these areas. Only surface fishing is allowed including trolling lines (rixa) and angling for pelagic fish.

Drifting vessels and swimming will be allowed.

This notice is to supersede Notice to Mariners No. 19 of 2021.

Charts affected: BA 36, 177, 2537, 2538

Positions are referred to WGS84 DATUM

27th January, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 5 of 2023

Marsaxlokk Freeport Terminal 2

Breakwater Light – Unlit

Reference is made to BA Chart 36 – Marsaxlokk

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Marsaxlokk Freeport Terminal 2 breakwater light flashing Quick Red, in the following position:

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

35º 49'.230 14º 32'.804

is temporarily UNLIT

Position in WGS 84 Datum.

Charts affected: BA 36, 2538, 194

27th January, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 6 of 2023

Chart Correction – Pontoons at Gżira Gardens Marina in Il-Port ta' Marsamxett

Reference is made to BA Chart 177 – Valletta Harbours

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies Mariners that a pontoon has been re-located while another pontoon has been established, at Gżira Gardens Marina in Il-Port ta' Marsamxett, in the following positions:

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

Delete floating pontoon from 35º 54'.097 014º 29'.788

till 35º 54'.134 014º 29'.823

Insert floating pontoons from 35º 54'.080 014º 29'.813

till 35º 54'.126 014º 29'.849

from 35º 54'.099 014º 29'.788

till 35º 54'.137 014º 29'.817

Positions referred to: WGS 84 DATUM

Chart affected: BA 177

27th January, 2023

Local Notice to Mariners No. 14 of 2023

Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 181 of 2022 regarding repair works on quay at Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl

Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 181 of 2022.

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that the repair works on the quay next to Il-Menqa in Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl will not be completed within the time as planned. The completion date is therefore being extended to Tuesday, 28th February, 2023.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 181 of 2022 is to be amended accordingly.

All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 181 of 2022 will remain valid.

Chart affected: BA 211

24th January, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 15 of 2023

Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 186 of 2022 regarding reconstruction works on a slipway at Il-Qala tal-Mistra in Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl

Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 186 of 2022.

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that the reconstruction works on a slipway at Il-Qala tal-Mistra in Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl will not be completed within the time as planned. The completion date is therefore being extended to Friday 31st March, 2023.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 186 of 2022 is to be amended accordingly.

All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 186 of 2022 will remain valid.

Chart affected: BA 211

24th January, 2023

Local Notice to Mariners No. 12 of 2023

Filming from different localities – Alex Ryder

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

Filming will take place on the listed dates and time at each of the following localities:

At Senglea Creek in the Grand Harbour

Filming is scheduled to be carried out on Monday, 23rd January, 2023, from 7.00 a.m. till noon, from point A, as shown on the chart 1 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 53'.167 014° 31'.187

At Senglea point in the Grand Harbour

Filming is scheduled to be carried out on Monday, 23rd January, 2023, from 12.30 p..m. till 6.00 p.m., along the imaginary line joining points B to C, as shown on the chart 1 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

B 35° 53'.404 014° 30'.750

C 35° 53'.526 014° 30'.879

At AFM base in Marsamxett Harbour

Filming is scheduled to be carried out on Friday, 27th January, 2023 and on Wednesday, 8th February, 2023, from noon till midnight, from point D, as shown on chart 2 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

D 35° 53'.814 014° 30'.153

At Blue Grotto, Żurrieq

The one day filming is scheduled to be carried out on any day between Sunday, 12th February, 2023 and Monday, 20th February, 2023, from 8.00 a.m. till 2.00 p.m., from point E, as shown on chart 3 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

E 35° 49'.267 014° 27'.398

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

Charts affected: BA 177, 2537, 2538

20th January, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 13 of 2023

Establishment of a Manoeuvring Area off Dellimara Power Station in Il-Bajja ta' Marsaxlokk

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies all mariners that a manoeuvring area off Dellimara Power Station in Il-Bajja ta' Marsaxlokk is being established.

Owners of vessels that are moored or have a mooring within the area bounded by the imaginary line A, B, C, D, and the intermediate coastline (as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) are to remove such vessels, moorings and associated tackle by not later than Sunday, 29th January, 2023.

Point Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 50'.072 014° 33'.062

B 35° 50'.041 014° 32'.997

C 35° 49'.802 014° 32'.997

D 35° 49'.802 014° 33'.299

Any vessels and moorings that are left in this area after the stipulated date will be removed at the expense of their owner. No liability whatsoever will be accepted by the Authority for any damage that may be caused while removing the said vessels and moorings.

Furthermore, mariners are reminded that it is prohibited to lay any moorings and ground tackle without the prior permission of the Authority.

In view of the above, mariners navigating in the area are to navigate with caution and at very slow 'no wake' speed. They are to give the above area a wide berth and comply with the instructions as communicated on VHF Channel 14 and/or 16 by Marsaxlokk VTS.

Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM.

Chart affected: BA 36

20th January, 2023

Local Notice to Mariners No. 10 of 2023

Marine Scientific Research (Bathymetry Survey) at Ras Ħanżir/Corradino in the Grand Harbour

Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 4 of 2023.

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that the marine scientific research (bathymetric survey) will be carried out at Ras Ħanżir/Corradino in the Grand Harbour will not be completed within the time as planned. The completion date is therefore being extended to Wednesday, 15th March, 2023.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 4 of 2023 is to be amended accordingly.

All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 4 of 2023 will remain valid.

Chart affected: BA 177

17th January, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 11 of 2023

Sailing Regatta off Tas-Sliema or Smart City

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 Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt):

On Saturday, 21st January, 2023, between 10.30 a.m. and 5.00 p.m.;

On Sunday, 22nd January, 2023, between 9.30 a.m. and 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.

If due to adverse weather conditions the regatta cannot be held as planned, it will be held within area C, as shown on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) on the same dates and times.

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 the 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.

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

Charts affected: BA 177, 2538, 2537

17th January, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 5 of 2023

Berthing and mooring of Vessels along breakwaters and jetties, and the proper use of slipways

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and users of sea craft that jetties, quays, wharves, and breakwaters are to be used solely for loading/unloading and for the embarkation/disembarkation of passengers and are to be kept clear at all other times.

Slipways are to be used solely for the launching and recovery of vessels and, when not in use for that purpose, they are to be kept unobstructed at all other times.

Double banking of unmanned and/or unattended vessels moored alongside such landing places, for any length of time, is not permitted.

Any owner or operator of a vessel which, for any reason, must remain securely berthed alongside, shall obtain from the Authority the necessary authorization, or permit and shall comply with the stipulated conditions.

Failure to comply with the above notice may result in administrative or legal action as applicable.

This notice is issued in terms of the Berthing Regulations SL (10.30 a.m.) and without prejudice to other directives, legislation and permits issued by the Authority.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 3 of 2020 of Transport Malta is hereby CANCELLED.

13th January, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 6 of 2023

Speed Restricted in Close Proximity to Small Craft, Mooring Areas and Marinas

The following shall apply:

1. In terms of the Yachting Centres Regulations (SL499.10), no person shall cause or permit any yacht or other craft to proceed at a speed in excess of three (3) knots within a yachting centre (Marina) or the established approaches thereto;

2. Further to the Ports Regulations (SL499.01) and the Small Ships Regulations (SL 499.52) it is determined that within the other areas of the ports of Valletta, Marsamxett and Mgarr (Gozo) mariners are to proceed at a maximum speed of 5 knots and keeping wash to a minimum. In other ports and harbours, within 300m from the foreshore of a sandy beach and within 200m from other part of the foreshore are to proceed at a speed which does not exceed ten (10) knots; and

3. When Speed Marker Buoys (IALA Special Mark) are sighted, the speed indicated on the buoy is not to be exceeded.

Operators of Commercial Vessels are further requested to contact and inform Valletta VTS on VHF Channel 12 prior to proceeding on Harbour Cruises within the Ports and are to inform the respective Marina Operator on VHF Channel 13 when navigating within creeks and marina fairways.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 5 of 2020 of Transport Malta are hereby CANCELLED.

13th January, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 7 of 2023

Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 214 of 2022 regarding drilling of boreholes near Għallis Rock

Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 214 of 2022.

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that the drilling of boreholes near Għallis Rock, will not be completed within the time as planned. The completion date is therefore being extended to Tuesday, 28th February, 2023.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 214 of 2022 is to be amended accordingly.

All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 214 of 2022 will remain valid.

Chart affected: BA 211

13th January, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 8 of 2023

Restricted areas round Malta due to danger of falling rocks

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, would like to bring to the attention of all mariners of the danger of falling rocks in caves and from cliff faces, due to the geological structure of the Maltese Islands.

The following areas (as shown hatched on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) are restricted to both vessels and swimmers and should be avoided:

Il-Ponta ta' Dellimara – The area bounded by the imaginary line A to B and the intermediate coastline (as shown on chart 1 on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 49'.430 014° 33'.381

B 35° 49'.165 014° 33'.539

Blue Grotto limits of Wied iż-Żurrieq – The area bounded by the imaginary line A to B and the intermediate coastline (as shown on chart 2 on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).

A 35° 49'.272 014° 27'.415

B 35° 49'.307 014° 27'.455

Il-Veċċja – Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl – The area bounded by the imaginary line A to B and the intermediate coastline (as shown on chart 3 on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).

A 35° 56'.833 014° 23'.492

B 35° 56'.858 014° 23'.495

Qala tal-Għażżelin – Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl – The area bounded by the imaginary line A to B and the intermediate coastline (as shown on chart 4 on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).

A 35° 56'.967 014° 24'.121

B 35° 56'.964 014° 24'.129

Il-Ponta taż-Żonqor – Il-Bajja ta' Marsaskala – The area bounded by the imaginary line A to B to C and the intermediate coastline (as shown on chart 5 on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).

A 35° 52'.001 014° 34'.291

B 35° 52'.004 014° 34'.334

C 35° 52'.017 014° 34'.368

Dawret ix-Xatt – Xgħajra – The area bounded by the imaginary line A to B to C and the intermediate coastline (as shown on chart 6 on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).

A 35° 53'.129 014° 33'.148

B 35° 53'.121 014° 33'.152

C 35° 53'.113 014° 33'.158

Il-Munxar, Marsaskala – The area bounded by the imaginary line A to B and the intermediate coastline (as shown on chart 7 on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).

A 35° 50'.970 014° 34'.300

B 35° 50'.677 014° 34'.067

Il-Bajja tal-Ġnejna – The area bounded by the imaginary line A to B and the intermediate coastline (as shown on chart 8 on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).

A 35° 55'.325 014° 20'.643

B 35° 55'.310 014° 20'.644

Tigne – The area bounded by the imaginary line A to B and the intermediate coastline (as shown on chart 9 on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).

A 35° 54'.507 014° 30'.720

B 35° 54'.493 014° 30'.732

Xrobb l-Għaġin, Il-Ħoffriet – The area bounded by the imaginary line A to B to C and the intermediate coastline and the imaginary line D to E to F and the intermediate coastline (as shown on chart 10 on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).

A 35° 50'.313 014° 33'.722

B 35° 50'.267 014° 33'.766

C 35° 50'.248 014° 33'.831

D 35° 50'.344 014° 33'.761

E 35° 50'.323 014° 33'.824

F 35° 50'.298 014° 33'.843

Il-Bajja ta' San Tumas – The area bounded by the imaginary line A to B to C to D and the intermediate coastline (as shown on chart 11 on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).

A 35° 51'.320 014° 34'.041

B 35° 51'.340 014° 34'.113

C 35° 51'.420 014° 34'.142

D 35° 51'.426 014° 34'.231

Il-Għar Għana – Comino – The area bounded by the imaginary line A to B and the intermediate coastline (as shown on chart 12 on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).

A 36° 01'.106 014° 19'.469

B 36° 01'.100 014° 19'.495

Mġiebaħ – Il-Bajja tal-Mellieħa – The area bounded by the imaginary line A to B and the intermediate coastline (as shown on chart 13 on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).

A 35° 58'.132 014° 22'.841

B 35° 58'.089 014° 22'.889

Għar Lapsi – The area bounded by the imaginary line A to B to C to D and the intermediate coastline (as shown on chart 14 on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).

A 35° 49'.639 014° 25'.464

B 35° 49'.640 014° 25'.497

C 35° 49'.615 014° 25'.523

D 35° 49'.614 014° 25'.528

Ġolf l-Abjad – Ħaż-Żabbar – The area bounded by the imaginary line A to B and the intermediate coastline (as shown on chart 15 on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).

A 35° 52'.891 014° 33'.450

B 35° 52'.888 014° 33'.503

Qarraba Bay – The area bounded by the imaginary line A to B to C and the intermediate coastline (as shown on attached chart 16).

A 35° 55'.586 014° 20'.509

B 35° 55'.601 014° 20'.570

C 35° 55'.582 014° 20'.609

Fort Ricasoli – The area bounded by the imaginary line A to B and the intermediate coastline (as shown on chart 17 on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).

A 35° 53'.887 014° 31'.617

B 35° 53'.861 014° 31'.688

Daħla ta' Rinella – The area bounded by the imaginary line A to B and the intermediate coastline (as shown on chart 18 on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).

A 35° 53'.697 014° 31'.610

B 35° 53'.666 014° 31'.621

Rdum il-Bies – Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl – An area of 50m radius centred on the following approximate position (as shown on chart 19 on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).

A 35° 57'.708 014° 23'.766

Fort Ricasoli Bastion – An area of 50m radius centred on the following approximate position (as shown on chart 20 on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)).

A 35° 53'.885 014° 31'.422

Mariners are informed that a rope supported by black and white buoys may be placed along all the imaginary lines mentioned above.

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners and owners of vessels that the above list is not comprehensive as others may be added at a later stage.

Mariners are to give special attention when entering any cave and to keep at a safe distance from cliff faces all-round the Maltese Islands.

This Local Notice to Mariners is to replace Local Notice to Mariners Nos 2, 26 and 132 of 2020, which are hereby CANCELLED.

Charts affected: BA 36, 177, 194, 211, 1537, 2538

13th January, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 9 of 2023

Fireworks display (Chinese cakes) from the foreshore off Grand Hotel Excelsior

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a Chinese cakes fireworks display will be held from the foreshore off the Grand Hotel Excelsior on Friday, 20th January, 2023, starting at 10.00 p.m., for about 15 minutes. The display will be centred at Point A (as shown on the chart on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) in the approximate following position:

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

35° 53'.904 14° 30'.282

In view of the above, mariners are advised to keep 60m away from point A, on the above-mentioned date and time.

Any boats berthed within the area shown on attached chart are to be removed during the above-mentioned date and time.

All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.

Chart affected: BA 177

13th January, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 4 of 2023

Marine Scientific Research (bathymetric survey) at Ras Ħanżir/Corradino in the Grand Harbour

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that marine scientific research (bathymetric survey) will be carried out at Ras Ħanżir/Corradino in the Grand Harbour.

The marine scientific research, which consists mainly of a bathymetric survey but will also include sea current, tide and CTD measurements, will be within the area formed by the imaginary lines 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).

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 52'.999 014° 30'.242

B 35° 53'.010 014° 30'.229

C 35° 53'.145 014° 30'.397

D 35° 53'.134 014° 30'.407

The survey will start with immediate effect and is expected to be completed by Sunday, 15th January, 2023.

A support vessel will be used during the survey and divers will also be deployed.

During the survey the vessel will be restricted in her ability to manoeuvre, therefore, a wide berth of 25m is requested. The vessels will be displaying the appropriate lights and shapes in compliance with the International Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at sea, 1972 (Colregs).

The support vessel will be displaying the International Code of Signals Flag 'A' when diving operations are being carried out.

Masters and operators of vessels are advised to keep a sharp lookout, navigate with caution and at slow speed. All vessels shall give the support vessels and divers a wide berth and are to cooperate with the survey team.

They are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.

Chart affected: BA 177

10th January, 2023

Local Notice to Mariners No. 1 of 2023

Cumulative List of Local Notices to Mariners for 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the following Local Notices to Mariners are some of the ones still in force.

1. Local Notice to Mariners No. 10 of 2020

Regarding: Use of Il-Moll ta' Buġibba by commercial vessels

2. Local Notice to Mariners No. 2 of 2021

Regarding: Conduct of Small Craft inside Maltese harbours

3. Local Notice to Mariners No. 9 of 2021

Regarding: Refurbishment works on slipway and adjacent jetty at Ir-Ramla tal-Bir in Il-Fliegu ta' Kemmuna

4. Local Notice to Mariners No. 21 of 2021

Regarding: Removal of sand from Il-Magħluq for the re-nourishment of the beach close by

5. Local Notice to Mariners No. 43 of 2021

Regarding: Refurbishment work on Marfa breakwater at Ir-Ramla tal-Bir in Il-Fliegu ta' Kemmuna

6. Local Notice to Mariners No. 48 of 2021

Regarding: Demarcation of Designated Areas in Xemxija (Il-Bajja ta' San Pawl)

7. Local Notice to Mariners No. 70 of 2021

Regarding: No entry zone at Manoel Island (Sliema Creek) due to a derelict wall

8. Local Notice to Mariners No. 95 of 2021

Regarding: Illicit discharges

9. Local Notice to Mariners No. 120 of 2021

Regarding: Official nautical charts and notices to Mariners

10. Local Notice to Mariners No. 154 of 2021

Regarding: Refurbishment works on a slipway at Triq il Luzzu, Qawra

11. Local Notice to Mariners No. 155 of 2021

Regarding: Dredging at Birżebbuġa next to Triq San Patrizju (Fishermen Platform)

12. Local Notice to Mariners No. 160 of 2021

Regarding: Re-construction works on the dilapidated pier at Ghajn Rażul, St Paul's Bay

13. Local Notice to Mariners No. 2 of 2022

Regarding: Conservation Areas Around Wrecks – Updated January 2022

14. Local Notice to Mariners No. 5 of 2022

Regarding: Misuse of distress signals

15. Local Notice to Mariners No. 16 of 2022

Regarding: Refurbishment works on a slipway at Qala San Marku

16. Local Notice to Mariners No. 18 of 2022

Regarding: Refurbishment works on a slipway at Il-Bajja tal-Ġnejna

17. Local Notice to Mariners No. 72 of 2022

Regarding: Dumping of inert material at spoil ground

18. Local Notice to Mariners No. 78 of 2022

Regarding: Precautionary Area – off Għallis Rock

19. Local Notice to Mariners No. 93 of 2022

Regarding: Speed restriction when entering and within Mġarr Harbour

20. Local Notice to Mariners No. 180 of 2022

Regarding: Laying of silt curtain next to quay at – Comino Berth

6th January, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 2 of 2023

Entry Restriction in St George's Bay – St Julian's

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that with immediate effect a restricted area for commercial vessels of twelve (12) metres in length overall and over, is being established in St George's Bay, St Julian's.

The restricted area is delineated by the imaginary line A to B, on the shore either side of the bay (as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) and the sea area southwest of the line.

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 55'.666 014° 29'.461

B 35° 55'.593 014° 29'.518

Operators of commercial vessels of twelve (12) metres in length overall and over, are to anchor outside the imaginary line AB and safely disembark any passengers by using duly authorized smaller vessels.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 6 of 2020 of Transport Malta is hereby CANCELLED.

Chart affected: BA 177

6th January, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 3 of 2023

Safe Distance from Diver's Flags Signal

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, reminds mariners to keep a sharp lookout and navigate at a safe speed at all times.

They are to give a wide berth of not less than 100m from signal buoys or vessels that carry either a diver down (Alpha flag) and the diver's flag (red with diagonal white stripe), as shown on the Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), when these are sighted, and to navigate at slow speed.

They are also reminded that they are not to exceed the speed limit of 10 knots when navigating within 200m from rocky shores and within 300m from sandy beaches.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 7 of 2020 of Transport Malta is hereby CANCELLED.

6th January, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 1 of 2023

Cumulative List of Notices to Mariners for 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the following Notices to Mariners are some of the ones still in force.

1. Notice to Mariners No. 35 of 2008

Regarding: Malta Vessel Traffic Services and use of International Marine VHF Channels

2. Notice to Mariners No. 18 of 2021

Regarding: Radio Frequency Interference to the Global Navigational Satellite Service (GNSS)

3. Notice to Mariners No. 19 of 2021

Regarding: Archaeological Zones at Sea – Superintendence of Cultural Heritage (Consolidated list 2021)

4. Notice to Mariners No. 20 of 2021

Regarding: Amendment to Notice to Mariners No. 35 of 2008 – Designated VHF channels for maritime communications

5. Notice to Mariners No. 24 of 2021

Regarding: Live firing practice at Pembroke Ranges

6th January, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 2 of 2023

Maritime Safety Information and the Promulgation of Notices to Mariners

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies the public in general, Local Councils, Government Agencies, mariners and entities along the foreshore, that the Chief Officer and Harbour Master, is to be notified as early as possible when new or suspected dangers to navigation are discovered or when any changes to aids to navigation are observed within the territorial and internal waters of Malta, within the land and sea approaches to any port or bay, within any Port and any Marina and on any berth, landing, quay, slipway or pontoon.

The above also applies when irregularities which are related to depths of seabed, navigational aids, marine facilities, and any other circumstances that may affect the safety of navigation and shipping in general, within the territorial and navigable waters of Malta, and which may necessitate corrections or amendments to navigational charts or nautical publications.

In the case of pre-planned maritime activities, including surveys and works along the foreshore or within the territorial and internal waters and ports and the approaches thereto, the Chief Officer and Harbour Master is to be notified by not less than fourteen (14) working days prior to the date of the commencement of the intended activity. This is to ensure that, if required, relevant Notices to Mariners are issued and promulgated through the Government Gazette and publicly in a timely manner and in conformity with the legal requirements.

Observations are to be reported to:

Preferably Via Valletta Ports Vessel Traffic Service (Valletta VTS)

Hours of Service: 24/7

Telephone number: (+356) 2291 4491/2

Email: (vts.tm@transport.gov.mt)

VHF: Channel 12/14/16

Port Operations:

Telephone number: (+356) 2291 4413

Email: (portoperations.tm@transport.gov.mt)

Hydrographic Office:

Telephone number: (+356) 2291 4430

Email: (hydrography.tm@transport.gov.mt)

Transport Malta – Ports and Yachting Directorate:

Telephone number: (+356) 2122 2203

Email: (info.tm@transport.gov.mt)

Correspondence is to be addressed to:

The Chief Officer/Harbour Master

Transport Malta

Malta Transport Centre

Triq Pantar

Ħal Lija LJA 2021

Malta

Mariners are further reminded that the weather bulletin and navigational warnings are issued daily by Malta Radio (9HD) Maritime Coast Radio Station on VHF, MF/RT.

Further details regarding Transmissions can be obtained through Malta Radio on:

Telephone number: (+356) 2249 4201/2/3/4/5/6

Fax number: (+356) 2180 9860

Email: (opsroom.afm@gov.mt) or (rccmalta@gov.mt)

Notice to Mariners No. 2 of 2020 of Transport Malta is hereby CANCELLED.

6th January, 2023

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 3 of 2023

Cancellation of Notice to Mariners No. 41 of 2022 regarding Cominotto West Cardinal Buoy – Destroyed

Reference is made to BA Chart 211A – Channels Between Malta and Gozo

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Cominotto West Cardinal Buoy, flashing quick 9 every 15 seconds (Q(9)15s) mentioned in Notice to Mariners No. 41 of 2022, has been re-established and is functioning properly.

Notice to Mariners No. 41 of 2022 is hereby CANCELLED.

6th January, 2023

Notice to Mariners No. 44 of 2022

Chart Correction – Foul Area (Lost anchor)

Reference is made to BA Chart 194 – Malta and Gozo

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that an anchor was lost to the South-East of bunkering area 3, in the following approximate position.

Insert symbol (#) indicating a foul area, in position.

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

35° 47'.950 014° 49'.830

Positions are referred to WGS 84 DATUM.

Chart affected: BA Chart 194

3rd January, 2023

Local Notice to Mariners No. 222 of 2022

Fireworks Display (Chinese Cakes) from the foreshore off Grand Hotel Excelsior

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners that a Chinese Cakes fireworks display will be held from the foreshore off the Grand Hotel Excelsior on Saturday, 31st December, 2022, starting at 11.58 p.m. for about 15 minutes. The display will be centred at Point A (as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) in the approximate following position:

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

35° 53'.904 14° 30'.282

In view of the above, mariners are advised to keep 60m away from point A, on the above-mentioned date and time.

Any boats berthed within the area shown on attached chart are to be removed during the above-mentioned date and time.

All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any Enforcement Personnel on site.

Chart affected: BA 177

27th December, 2022

Local Notice to Mariners No. 218 of 2022

Water sampling from three different localities round Malta – January 2023

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that Water sampling from three different localities around Malta will be carried out on any days between Thursday, 5th January, 2023 and Tuesday, 31st January, 2023. The sampling will be carried out between 8.00 a.m. and 5.00 p.m.

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

At Għar Lapsi

The support vessel will be collecting samples from within the area 1D, 1E, 1F, 1G, and 1H, as shown on the attached 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

The support vessel will be collecting samples from within the area 2D, 2E, 2F, 2G, and 2H, as shown on the attached 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

The support vessel will be collecting samples from within the area 3D, 3E, 3F, 3G, and 3H, as shown on the attached 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 support vessel, will be restricted in her ability to manoeuvre and will display the appropriate signals and the lights and shapes 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 support 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.

Chart affected: BA 36, 211, 2537, 2538

23rd December, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 219 of 2022

Cancellation of Local Notice to Mariners No. 136 of 2022 regarding dredging work in the inner part of the Grand Harbour – Starting August 2022

Reference is made to BA Chart 177 – Valletta Harbours

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Dredging works in the inner part of the Grand Harbour mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 136 of 2022 have been completed.

Local Notice to Mariners No 136 of 2022 is hereby CANCELLED.

23rd December, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 220 of 2022

Cancellation of Local Notice to Mariners No. 155 of 2021 regarding dredging at Birzebbuġa next to Triq San Patrizju (Fishermen Platform)

Reference is made to BA Chart 36 – Marsaxlokk,

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the dredging at Birżebbuġa next to Triq San Patrizju (Fishermen's Platform) mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 155 of 2021 have been completed.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 155 of 2021 is hereby CANCELLED.

23rd December, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 221 of 2022

Fireworks (Stage Pyrotechnics) Display from Pinto Wharf 1 and 2 at the Grand Harbour

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies Mariners that fireworks (Stage Pyrotechnics) will be let off from Pinto Wharf 1 and 2 at the Grand Harbour, point A as shown on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

The short fireworks display will be let off from the edge of the wharf (seaward side) on Friday, 30th December, 2022 starting at 11.59.p.m. for about 10 minutes.

Mariners are informed that a safety distance of 15 meters from the letting off site at The Grand Harbour is required.

Any instructions issued on VHF Channel 12 by Valletta VTS and/or by any enforcement agency on site, are to be complied with.

Chart affected: BA 177

23rd December, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 43 of 2022

Cancellation of Notice to Mariners No. 30 of 2022 regarding Marsaxlokk Breakwater Head –

LIGHT UNRELIABLE

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 three seconds (Fl.R.3s) mentioned in Notice to Mariners No. 30 of 2022, has been repaired and is functioning properly.

Notice to Mariners No. 30 of 2022 is hereby CANCELLED.

23rd December, 2022

Local Notice to Mariners No. 216 of 2022

Diving Survey along part of Buġibba Breakwater

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that a diving survey will be held in along part of Buġibba breakwater.

The diving survey which will take a day to be completed will be carried out any day between Friday, 16th December, 2022 and Friday, 7th January, 2023, along the breakwater from point A to point B and from point C to point D, as shown in red on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

The diving team will be assisted by 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 10m 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 211

20th December, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 217 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 Tuesday, 31st January, 2023.

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

20th December, 2022

Local Notice to Mariners No. 215 of 2022

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

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 Fuel Wharf. Works are to start on Tuesday, 20th December, 2022 and are expected to be completed by Tuesday, 31st January, 2023.

A silt curtain will be laid along the imaginary line joining points E, F, G and H 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 F and G 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 the barge Ave Caesar 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.

All traffic movements in the vicinity of the area will be restricted. Permission to transit the area is to be obtained from Valletta VTS prior to approaching the area.

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

16th December, 2022

Local Notice to Mariners No. 214 of 2022

Drilling of boreholes near Għallis Rock

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

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'.203 014° 26'.377

BH2 35° 57'.257 014° 26'.381

BH3 35° 57'.305 014° 26'.413

The works, which will require one day for every borehole to be completed, will be carried out, on any days, between Monday, 12th December, 2022 and Sunday, 15th January, 2023, 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.

9th December, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 209 of 2022

Filming at Il-Kalanka – Under Her Skin

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies all mariners and sea vessel operators that filming activities will take place at Il-Kalanka.

The filming, which will take one day, will be carried out within the area A, B, C and the intermediate coastline, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 49'.432 014° 33'.683

B 35° 49'.413 014° 33'.723

C 35° 49'.359 014° 33'.684

Filming will take one day and will be held on any day between Wednesday, 7th December, 2022 and Thursday, 22nd December, 2022, depending on weather conditions. The filming will take place from 5.00 a.m. till 7.00 p.m.

During the day and the times, for filming purposes, a clear horizon is being requested. Consequently, vessels transiting the hatched sector, shall, except in the case of emergency, not drop anchor or remain underway.

No vessel will be allowed to enter the area and vessels are to give the area a wide berth of 300m.

Mariners navigating in the vicinity of the indicated area on the mentioned days 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 36, 2538

2nd December, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 210 of 2022

Malta Young Sailors Club – Euromed International Regatta – Mellieħa Bay – December 2022

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that the Malta Young Sailors Club will be holding the Euromed Sailing Championship 2022 between Saturday, 17th December, 2022 and Tuesday, 20th December, 2022.

The activity will take place in Mellieħa Bay and its approaches, in an area delineated by the imaginary lines joining positions A to B and B to C as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Inflatable marker buoys, to indicate the racecourse within the above-mentioned area, shall be laid from 8.00 a.m. till 5.00 p.m. on each day of the activities.

All vessels that are not involved in the regatta are to keep well clear of the competing boats and follow any instructions given by the race officials and support vessels.

Mariners are to note the above and are to give the area indicated a wide berth. They are further instructed to fully comply with Rule 18 (COLREGS 1972) and to 'keep out of the way' of the sailing vessels participating in the Regatta. Any instructions issued by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) on VHF Channel 12 and/or by any enforcement agency on site, are to be complied with.

Charts affected: BA 211, 2537, 2538

2nd December, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 211 of 2022

Swimming Event round Comino

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a swimming event around Comino is being organised on Thursday, 8th December, 2022.

The participants will depart from the Blue Lagoon, Comino, point A, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), at approximately 10.00 a.m. They are to swim around Comino in a clockwise direction as per chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt). The swimmers are expected to arrive back at Blue Lagoon by 2.00 p.m.

The participating swimmers will follow the route as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) and will be accompanied by kayaks and RHIBs.

If due to adverse weather conditions the swim cannot be held on the above-mentioned date, the swim will be attempted on Saturday, 10th December, 2022, following the same route and at the same time.

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 211A, 2537 and 2538

2nd December, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 212 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 Nos 133 and 167 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 Sunday 23th April, 2023.

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

2nd December, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 213 of 2022

Bathymetric survey off Pinto 4-5 and off Lascaris Wharf in the Grand Harbour

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners that a Bathymetric survey will be carried out off Pinto 4-5 and off Lascaris Wharf in the Grand Harbour.

Weather permitting, the survey is planned to be carried out between Monday, 5th December, 2022 and Saturday, 17th December, 2022, within the area formed by the imaginary lines A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H and the intermediate coastline, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt):

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 53'.508 014° 30'.602

B 35° 53'.594 014° 30'.748

C 35° 53'.613 014° 30'.800

D 35° 53'.656 014° 30'.831

E 35° 53'.658 014° 30'.842

F 35° 53'.707 014° 30'.866

G 35° 53'.717 014° 30'.836

A wide berth of 25m from the area is being requested, the survey vessel will be displaying the International Code of Signals flag 'D' during the survey.

Masters and operators of vessels are advised to keep a sharp lookout, navigate with caution, and at slow speed (no wake) when in the vicinity, and they are to cooperate with the contractor on site.

They are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16 by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.

Chart affected: BA 177

2nd December, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 41 of 2022

Cominotto West Cardinal Buoy - Destroyed

Reference is made to BA Charts 211A – Channels Between Malta and Gozo.

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta notifies mariners that the Cominotto West Cardinal Buoy in position:

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

36º 00'.930 014º 18'.920

Flashing quick 9 every 15 seconds, has been Destroyed.

29th November, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 42 of 2022

Live Firing Practice at Pembroke Ranges –

30th November, 2022 - Extended Hours

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that further to Notice to Mariners No. 24 of 2021, the Armed Forces of Malta will carry out Live Firing Practice on Wednesday, 30th November, 2022 with extended hours from 4.30 p.m. till 10.30 p.m. (Local Time).

A Sécurité message will be issued on VHF Channels 12, and/or 16 by Valletta VTS, accordingly.

The exercise area (LM-D6) is delineated by sector ABC.

From Position A

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 55'.540 014° 28'.320 (Centre point on land),

a radius of 4 Nautical miles to points

B 35° 59'.460 014° 27'.150 and

C 35° 58'.290 014° 32'.190

Limits are indicated on BA charts 194, 2537 and 2538.

During the Live Firing Practice, Red Flags (approximate size 2.5m x 2m), will be flown from the shore limits.

After sunset, instead of the Red Flags, there will be Red Lights and there will be two safety vessels with blue lights on each side, to indicate the limits of the area. Mariners are warned to keep, as a minimum, 4 Nautical miles off the coast when the flags or safety vessels are sighted.

Moreover, any instructions given on VHF Channels 12 and/or 16 by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) and by the Armed Forces of Malta, are to be strictly observed.

Charts affected: BA 2538, 2537, 194.

Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM

29th November, 2022

Local Notice to Mariners No. 207 of 2022

Ground fireworks next to Dock 1 – Festa Kunċizzjoni Bormla

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies Mariners that ground fireworks displays in connection with the feast of Our Lady of Conception will be let off from along the edges of both sides of Dock 1 in Bormla, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

The displays will be held as follows:

on Monday, 28th November, 2022, at 8.00 p.m.,

on Monday, 5th December, 2022, at 10.30 p.m.,

on Tuesday, 6th December, 2022, at 11.00 p.m.,

on Wednesday, 7th December, 2022, at 11.00 p.m. and

on Thursday, 8th December, 2022, at 9.15 a.m., 6.00 p.m., 8.30 p.m., 9.15 p.m. and 10.00 p.m.

All vessels are warned to keep clear and maintain a minimum distance of not less than 30 metres from points A and B (as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt) during the above-mentioned displays.

Vessels moored within 30 metres from points A and B (within the area shown in red on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt)) are to be removed and the area kept clear during the displays. 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.

Mariners are to obey any instructions issued on VHF channel 12 / 16 by Valletta VTS and any enforcement agency.

Chart affected: BA 177

25th November, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 208 of 2022

Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 185 of 2022 regarding diving survey (Benthic)

within Il-Bajja ta' Marsaxlokk

Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 185 of 2022.

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that the diving (Benthic) surveys will not be completed within the time as planned. The completion date is therefore being extended to Saturday, 31st December, 2022.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 185 of 2022 is to be amended accordingly.

All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 185 of 2022 will remain valid.

Chart affected: BA 36

25th November, 2022

Local Notice to Mariners No. 205 of 2022

Santa swimming event in Marsamxett Harbour

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies that a Santa swimming event will be held on Sunday 4th December, 2022. The swimming event is estimated to commence at 10.00 a.m. and will finish at approximately noon.

The Santa Swimming event will start from the Grand Hotel Excelsior Marina point A, towards Manoel Island point B, then to Ta' Xbiex Water Polo club point C and finally back to the Grand Hotel Excelsior Marina point A, as shown on chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Support vessels will accompany the participating swimmers.

Mariners are advised to keep a sharp lookout and navigate well clear of the area during the stipulated date and time, giving the swimmers a wide berth.

They are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any Enforcement Personnel on site.

Chart affected: BA 177

22nd November, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 206 of 2022

Amendment to Local Notice to MarinersNos. 156 and 189 of 2022 regarding survey for proposed cable route for second interconnector – Inshore

Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners Nos 156 and 189 of 2022

Local Notice to Mariners Nos. 156 and 189 of 2022 are 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

22nd November, 2022

Local Notice to Mariners No. 201 of 2022

Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 197 of 2022 regarding filming from Rinella – Malta

Film Studios, and within the Grand Harbour and Marsamxett Harbour – 1923

Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 197 of 2022

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that the filming from Pixkerija area and Barriera Wharf will take place on any days between Monday 14th November 2022 and Monday 28th November 2022, and not as stated.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 197 of 2022 is to be amended accordingly.

All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 197 of 2022 will remain valid.

Charts affected: BA 177, 2537, 2538

18th November, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 202 of 2022

Amendment to Local Notice to Mariners No. 188 of 2022 regarding water sampling from three different localities round Malta – November 2022

Reference is made to Local Notice to Mariners No. 188 of 2022

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and owners of vessels that the water sampling will not be carried out from the vessel ‘Żibel’, but another vessel will be used instead.

Also, the work will not be completed within the time as planned. The completion date is therefore being extended to Thursday, 22nd December, 2022.

Local Notice to Mariners No. 188 of 2022 is to be amended accordingly.

All the other information mentioned in Local Notice to Mariners No. 188 of 2022 will remain valid.

Charts affected: BA 36, 211, 2537, 2538

18th November, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 203 of 2022

Sailing regatta off Sliema or Smart City

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

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

On Saturday, 26th November, 2022, from 10.30 a.m. till 5.00 p.m.;

On Sunday, 27th November, 2022, from 9.30 a.m. till 4.00.

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.

If due to adverse weather conditions the regatta cannot be held as planned, it will be held within area C, as shown on the chart found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt), on the same dates and times.

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.

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

Charts affected: BA 177, 2537, 2538

18th November, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Local Notice to Mariners No. 204 of 2022

International model boat racing competition

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, would like to notify mariners that the Malta Model Boat Association (MMBA) will be organizing an international model boat racing competition in Ir-Ramla taċ-Ċirkewwa.

On Wednesday, 23rd November, 2022, from 9.00 a.m. till 5.00 p.m., there will be the setting up and training at Ir-Ramla taċ-Ċirkewwa within the area formed by joining the points A, B, C and D as shown on the chart 1 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 59’.104 014° 19’.979

B 35° 59’.061 014° 19’.939

C 35° 59’.114 014° 19’.855

D 35° 59’.147 014° 19’.905

The actual racing competition will be held from Thursday, 24th November, 2022 to Sunday, 27th November, 2022, from 8.00 a.m. till 5.00 p.m., and will be held within the above-mentioned area.

If due to bad weather conditions the actual racing competition cannot be held within the area mentioned above, the organisers will try to hold the competition also at Ir-Ramla taċ-Ċirkewwa within the area formed by joining the points E, F, G, H, I, J and the intermediate coastline, as shown on the chart 2 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

E 35° 59’.171 014° 19’.834

F 35° 59’.159 014° 19’.880

G 35° 59’.109 014° 19’.849

H 35° 59’.109 014° 19’.794

I 35° 59’.161 014° 19’.762

J 35° 59’.168 014° 19’.813

If due to exceptional circumstances, the races cannot be held in either of the areas mentioned, the organisers will attempt to hold the competition at Ir-Ramla tal-Armier within the area formed by joining the points K, L, M and N as shown om the chart 3 found on Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

Position Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

K 35° 59’.375 014° 21’.453

L 35° 59’.425 014° 21’.445

M 35° 59’.435 014° 21’.552

N 35° 59’.386 014° 21’.561

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

Charts affected: BA 211A, 2537, 2538

18th November, 2022

TRANSPORT MALTA

Notice to Mariners No. 40 of 2022

Live firing practice at Pembroke Ranges – 28th November, 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 28th November, 2022, with extended hours from 4.30 p.m. till 10.30 p.m. (local time).

A Sécurité message will be issued on VHF Channels 12, and/or 16 by Valletta VTS, accordingly.

The exercise area (LM-D6) is delineated by sector ABC.

From Position A

Latitude (N) Longitude (E)

A 35° 55’.540 014° 28’.320 (Centre point on land),

a radius of 4 nautical miles to points

B 35° 59’.460 014° 27’.150 and

C 35° 58’.290 014° 32’.190

Limits are indicated on BA charts 194, 2537 and 2538

During the Live Firing Practice, red flags (approximate size 2.5m x 2m), will be flown from the shore limits. After sunset, instead of the red flags, there will be red lights and there will be two safety vessels with blue lights on each side, to indicate the limits of the area. Mariners are warned to keep, as a minimum, 4 nautical miles off the coast when the flags or safety vessels are sighted.

Moreover, any instructions given on VHF Channels 12 and/or 16 by Valletta Port Control (Valletta VTS) and by the Armed Forces of Malta, are to be strictly observed.

Charts affected: BA 2538, 2537, 194

Positions referred to WGS 84 DATUM

18th November, 2022

TRANSPORT 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.

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

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

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 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.

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

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

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:

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:

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:

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.

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

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