Human Factors analysis by Gareth Lock
The blogpost by Gareth Lock, of thehumandiver.com raises some interesting points about the tragedy of Read More
2022
‘Jellyfish Soup’: Annual Mass Spawning Arrives Early All Over Malta
From LovinMalta Heaps of huge jellyfish were spotted in Comino and all around Malta yesterday, Read More
New algae species recorded in Maltese waters
From University of Malta Scientific data about the molecular genetics of newly recorded algae from Read More
‘Eat alien shrimp,’ says marine expert
Timesofmalta.com reports that Oceanography experts are encouraging people to eat an alien species of shrimp Read More
Marine biodiversity photographic exhibition launched for Maltese schools
The University of Malta reported that the Interreg Italia-Malta SEA MARVEL project is sharing its Read More
Exhibition and engagement event on the Draft Management Plan for the Ċirkewwa Marine Park
The Malta Tourism Authority and Nature Trust – FEE Malta are holding an exhibition and an engagement event on Read…
CSAC Committee Statement re: Police vs Castillo case
The Calypso Sub-Aqua Club issued a statement with regard to the Police vs Castillo case. Read More
Diving has been damaged by this court verdict – Daniel Xerri
Timesofmalta.com has published an opinion piece by Mr Daniel Xerri, a senior lecturer at the Read More
Diving research advances presentation by DAN
On Monday 5th December 2022, ATLAM Sub-Aqua Club hosted a presentation by DAN about recent Read More
Diver who died last August may have been hit by boat, police say
Maltatoday reports that a man who died last August while diving near St Paul’s Islands Read More
St. Elmo Reef / Maori East entry point
On September 11, 2022, divinginfo.mt reported to relevant authorities that: 1. The No Parking except Read More
Xatt l- Ahmar – Kitting up benches for M/T Haephastus dive entry
On November 12, 2022, after a suggestion by a reader, communication was sent to relevant Read More
Updated:PDSA’s statement regarding recent judgement
The Professional Diving School Association issued a statement regarding the recent judgement against the buddy Read More
Summary of the Judgement – Christine Gauci’s fatal accident and initial outcome of the prosecution of her buddy.
Divinginfo.mt would first of all like to express again condolences to the Family of Ms Read More
Scuba divers outraged at ‘absurd’ ruling that will discourage buddy diving
Timesofmalta.com reports that scuba divers have expressed grave concern over their welfare and that of Read More
750 kilos ghost net brought up from the deep
Raniero’s Adventures together with Ambjent Malta announced that they collaborated to bring back up a Read More
The Malta Airport Foundation supports Heritage Malta in declaring the world’s first deep-water archaeological park
HeritageMalta reported on it website that The Malta Airport Foundation is pleased to announce that Read More
Diving buddy found guilty of AFM soldier’s death in 2020 Gozo tragedy
Times of Malta reports that a man whose negligence was found to have caused the Read More
Rare marine life found to thrive around sunken wrecks around Malta
Timesofmalta.com reports that scientists have discovered that marine life thought to be rare or on Read More
Thousands of rubbish items brought up from Marina by the Zibel team
Unbelievable, but Zibel keeps impressing us with their major cleanups underwater around these islands. This Read More
Shark Spotted off Delimara Bay
LovinMalta reports that fishermen have spotted a Shark (potentially a Mako Shark) off Delimara Bay, Read More
Fishermen save Dolphin from certain death
TVMNews.mt shared a video of Fishermen saving a Dolphin from certain death, after it had Read More
Octopus Fest – on a kitchen table
It is well known that these islands have a sizeable group of dedicated individuals who Read More
Exhibition honours underwater archaeologist’s legacy and bond with Malta
Newsbook reports thats an exhibition highlighting underwater archaeologist Honor Frost’s connection to Malta has been Read More
SIKKA get the green light!
NGO Żibel gets the green light to its Sikka Project – This project will see Read More
Submerged World: Um El Faroud
Join the Malta Airport Foundation for a dive to explore the decks of Um El Read More
Malta’s most popular diveable wrecks documented in mini-series
Timesofmalta.com reports that the Malta Airport Foundation has launched Submerged World, a mini-series documenting six Read More
Code of Conduct to approach Cetaceans and turtles
Transport Malta issued Notice to Mariners 192 of 2022, in which a code of conduct Read More
HPF Ranger Unit Fundraising Walk
The HPF Ranger Unit, as the patrolling arm of the Heritage Parks Federation has over Read More
Filming at Paradise Bay – 27 Oct
Transport Malta issued a notice to Mariners advising of filming at Paradise Bay on the Read More
Quay Works at North Quay Cirkewwa and Sirens, St. Paul’s Bay
Transport Malta announced through its notices to mariners that works are starting at two key Read More
Safeguarding Diving in Gozo – Opinion by Joe Muscat – GTA
From timesofmalta.com Diving in Gozo is one of the main pillars of the Gozitan tourism Read More
Diver came almost 100 times to dive in the Maltese seas
From TVM News The beauty what lies under the sea around Malta has captivated a Read More
Grant Thornton and Diveshack remove half a ton of debris from Qui-Si-Sana
Timesofmalta.com reports that Financial services firm Grant Thornton and scuba diving school Diveshack Malta have Read More
The MAARES project delivers its first results
Timesofmalta.com reports that the MAARES project, co-funded by the MCST Space Fund Programme and Malta’s Read More
What can you see around our shores?
The below is a copy of a video collated by the Calypso Sub-Aqua Club and Read More
RE/MAX Malta and Victory Kitchen join forces to take on coastal clean-up
TimesofMalta reports on a successful underwater cleanup organised by RE/MAX & Friends Foundation who recently Read More
New fish caught in Mediterranean for first time
The University of Malta announced that a new fish for the Mediterranean – the white Read More
Environment: ‘Malta needs drastic measures to be taken now, not in 2050’
theShiftnews reports that initial reactions from environmental organisations to the National Strategy for the Environment Read More
Malta Ginger Mermaid
Hi, my name is Glorianne, many know me as Malta ginger mermaid on Instagram. I Read More
National Strategy for the Environment launched for consultation
Timesofmalta.com reports that cleaner air quality, zero waste, thriving biodiversity, flourishing seas – these are Read More
Divers Stumble Upon Multiple Anti-Aircraft Shells Off Coast Of Malta
Lovinmalta reports that A dive off Malta’s southern coast quickly turned extra adventurous when two Read More
Maltese Underwater Photographers in WikiLoves Earth Finals
Timesofmalta.com reports about the winners of the Malta edition of Wiki Loves Earth, the world’s largest Read More
Diver dies after experiencing difficulties at Wied iż-Żurrieq
TVM News reports that a 66-year-old German diver lost his life after experiencing difficulties while Read More
Rebreather Forum 4 to be held in Malta in April 2023
The Deep Shipwrecks around Malta and the Old University in Valletta will be buzzing with Read More
Galaxy Charters Malta
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/galaxychartersmalta Galaxy is a boat that is frequently used by clubs and groups to Read More
‘Focus on innovative ways to safeguard marine biodiversity urgently needed’ – marine biologist
From The Malta Independent A new focus on innovative ways of reaching real sustainability and Read More
Professional Diving Schools Association (PDSA)
The Professional Diving Schools Association is main trade body representing the majority of licensed diving Read More
M/T Hephaestus – the new wreck at Xatt l-Aħmar, Gozo
A short history… After a four and a half year wait, the M/T Hephaestus, a Read More
Arkadiusz Srebnik
I am a Polish photographer living in Malta. I try to bring as much creativity Read More
Rare bull ray spotted swimming in Maltese waters
From timesofmalta.com A rare and endangered species of stingray has been spotted in Maltese waters. Read More
Top Tips for experiencing the Gozo Scuba Diving Holiday
From visitgozo.com Gozo’s appeal as a holiday destination has many facets. Gozo diving is one Read More
Gozo Tourism Association calls for better protection and access to Diving Sites
The Gozo Tourism Association among its budget proposals, made the following calls: Furthermore, the Gozo Read More
Grandson dives to grandfather’s wartime submarine and leaves a gift
From the Times of Malta The grandson of a wartime Royal Navy lieutenant commander has Read More
Shipwrecks could act as benchmarks to measure marine litter
From the Malta Independent Exploratory workshops are being held to investigate the innovative idea of Read More
Body of missing diver recovered off St Paul’s Islands
From Maltatoday Christian Degabriele, a 35-year-old soldier from Għaxaq lost his life in a diving Read More
Underwater Cleanup at Xemxija
Well done for another cleanup by Civil Protection Department, Clean Malta – Cleansing and Maintenance Read More
Tug Boat Rozi marker buoy chain hitting the reef
We have been reliably informed that the above issue has been reported to the Cirkewwa Read More
Jon Borg
Jon Borg’s passion for photography can be seen in the the shades of blue he Read More
Heritage Malta Underwater Cultural Heritage Unit
The Heritage Malta Underwater Cultural Heritage Unit takes care of Wrecks and other Underwater Cultural Read More
Alan Deidun Explains: First-Ever Marine Heatwave Currently Hitting Central Mediterranean
Isn’t the sea boiling enough at the moment for you to make tea with it? Read More
RESOLVED – Zonqor Point – Kitting up benches
UPDATE October 2022: We have been informed that benches were installed, replacing the old rusty Read More
Kristu tal-Baħħara gets a scrub
A shoutout to Raniero Borg and his buddies for cleaning up the underwater Christ statue Read More
Underwater Cleanup at Senglea
On the 31st July, ATLAM closed off a diving events week with an underwater cleanup Read More
MEEE – ERA launches its first RHIB to strengthen enforcement in maritime activities
From ERA’s website A €170,000 investment by the Environment and Resources Authority (ERA) in a Read More
The MTA’s STAR Awards are Back!
From Newsbook The STAR (Special Thanks And Recognition Awards) are back, after a two year Read More
Żibel Recover 150-Metre Ghost Net With Dead Fish Attached To It From Malta’s Waters
From LovinMalta and Żibel Facebook Page NGO Żibel has once again outdone itself, with its Read More
“Sharky” – Adrian Buttigieg
Website: https://sharky1.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adrian.sharky Adrian (we all know him as “Sharky” – so that’s how Read More
Underwater Camera at Tug Boat Rozi
Fancy seeing what’s up near Rozi? The Cirkewwa Marine Park has announced that the live Read More
Photo Contest: Wiki Loves Earth 2022 in Malta – Deadline 31st July 2022
You’re still in time to participate in the Wiki Loves Earth 2022 in Malta photo Read More
Giant Tuns… hugging?
The Giant Tun (Tonna Galea) is a large species of sea snail that we occasionally Read More
Ronald Feilla – Underwater Videographer
Ronald’s own description on his Youtube Channel is as follows: I have been diving over Read More
PARTIALLY RESOLVED: Anchor Bay – Lack of ladder, danger from falling rocks
The MTA were reminded about the lack of ladders at Anchor Bay in early July Read More
Dotted Sea Cows Galore
The Dotted Sea Cow Peltodoris atromaculata is not a rare species around the Maltese Islands. Read More
Phoenician Shipwreck: ‘Findings provide a piece of a puzzle that helps us understand our past’
From “The Malta Independent” Research on a Phoenician-era shipwreck off Xlendi in Gozo can help Read More
Reclaiming our precious seabed, one net at a time.
From TimesofMalta In an opinion article on the Times of Malta, recently apppinted Parliamentary Secretary Read More
Betty Boo is being cared for by loving hands!
Nature Trust Wildlife Rescue Team wishes to thank Darshton and Andrew, who whilst on a Read More
Calling Photographers / Videographers
We’ve created the “UW Photo Gallery” section within the site with which we’d like to Read More
Veronica Busuttil
Veronica has been diving for more than a couple of decades around the Maltese Islands Read More
Victor Micallef
Victor Micallef is a local underwater photography enthusiast and ATLAM member who frequently shares his Read More
Survey off Xatt l-Ahmar (Gozo)19-29 July – LNM 119 of 2022
From Notices to Mariners -TM
New edition of Xjenza Online
From Times of Malta Articles about various research studies recently conducted in Malta on themes Read More
Cigar jellyfish (Olindias phosphorica)
From Prof. Alan Deidun’s Facebook Post The cigar jellyfish (Olindias phosphorica) makes its first appearance Read More
Government unveils two schemes to incentivise Gozo tourism sector
From the Times of Malta The government has unveiled two schemes aimed at incentivising Gozo’s Read More
Rescued turtle released back into the sea after ten months of medical treatment
From Times of Malta A 20-year-old turtle was released back into the sea in Golden Read More
Comb Jelly at San Dimitri Point
This Comb jellyfish is a bit late this year, more normally seen in the winter Read More
Fishes And Other Marine Animals by Mark Anthony Falzon, Patrick J. Schembri
Information from Malta Online Bookshop and University of Malta Fishes and Other Marine Animals of Read More
Dolphin Cruises – Delfino
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/DolphinCruisesBoatDelfino The Delfino is a modernised old luzzu, having charm and character but Read More
Ta’ Miema Boat Services
Website: https://tamiemaboats.com/ Ta’ Miema Boat Services is a company based in Mgarr, Gozo which has Read More
Triton’s Trumpet at Cirkewwa Marine Park
Seen on a recent dive at a very shallow depth of about 6m… your safety Read More
“Diving Gozo & Comino”
Information from Malta Online Bookshop Gozo, Malta, has a multitude of underwater attractions. Divers can Read More
“Scuba Diving Malta, Gozo, Comino” by Peter Lemon
Information from the Author’s Website This publication covers 97 dive sites around the Maltese Islands Read More
M/V Seabourn Venture Expedition Ship close to our shores
From social media (thanks LMS) we’ve seen that this amazing ship is currently close to Read More
Joseph Borg | Liquidated Podcast
Professor Joseph Borg is an associate professor at the University of Malta specialising in the Read More
Malta Freediving Club
Website link: https://www.facebook.com/maltafreedivingclub/ This club’s page lacks a description. If you’re involved with this club, Read More
Ghar Ahmar (Marsaxlokk) Cleanup
From Zibel Facebook page Up next on our list is a Bay that receives debris Read More
Filing at Ta’ Cenc (update) – Ras il-Hobz included
Transport Malta has issued a new Local Notice to Mariners (110/2022) with reference to notice Read More
Corallo Project
Post and Video shared by Professor Alan Deidun on Facebook. “TIME TO WATCH! The CORALLO Read More
Filming at Ta’ Cenc (Santa Marija Caves or Anchor Bay if adverse weather)
From Transport Malta’s Local Notice to Mariners Filming will be carried out between Sunday 10th Read More
Barracuda sightings
Over the past few weeks, quite a few sightings were reported of barracuda schools being Read More
Malta Skin Divers Club
Website: https://www.facebook.com/Malta-Skin-Divers-Club-207804599230296/ The only spearfishing club present in Malta founded in 1970. The main aim Read More
A Punic wreck off the coast of Gozo – a lecture by Prof. Timmy Gambin
From Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/events/7637958129610354/?ref=newsfeed Details —————————————-We have a small number of seats left for non-members. Read More
Transport Malta
Transport Malta, through its Ports and Yachting Directorate, is responsible for regulating maritime leisure activities Read More
Sea Lion Cruises
Sea Lion Cruises operates a 33-foot traditional Maltese luzzu, renowned for its exceptional stability and dry Read More
Submarine Training near HMS Stubborn
From Transport Malta Local Notices to Mariners Transport Malta is notifying mariners (that includes diving Read More
Government to fund further studies on Punic wreck off Xlendi
From the Malta Independent The government has committed €140,000 through an agreement with the University Read More
A Complete Guide On What You Should Do When You Spot Wild Dolphins In Malta
From LovinMalta With the summer season well underway, dolphin sightings, particularly of the bottlenose species, Read More
Ghost nets recovered from Malta’s seabed upcycled into bracelets and keychains
From Heritage Malta Ghost nets recovered from Heritage Malta’s submerged sites have been upcycled into Read More
What to watch out for (apart from other Humans) when Diving or by the Maltese Islands’ seaside
From Maltatoday There are over 300 fish species and endless varieties of other marine species Read More
CSAC Club Update
From CSAC Website The Calypso Sub-Aqua Club has posted an update on its website at Read More
Qajjenza Bay Clean-up
From Facebook We’re headed south for our next couple of clean-upsCOAST – If you’re not Read More
Malta should declare an ecological protection zone
From Times of Malta A recent appeal by the President of the Republic for better Read More
Underwater marriage proposal in Malta
From Scuba Diver Magazine What a way to end the final dive of a diving Read More
Cisk Lager supports clean-up campaign
From Times of Malta Cisk Lager is a proud supporter of Coast is Clear, an Read More
Eight sharks released into the sea
From Times of Malta Eight sharks released into the sea Children, parents, and divers all Read More
Eight sharks released into the sea
From TimesofMalta Children, parents, and divers all headed up to Ċirkewwa to watch as eight Read More
Malta Tourism Authority
Website: http://www.mta.com.mt The Malta Tourism Authority (MTA) is considered one of the key stakeholders for Read More
Museums equipped with technology aimed to create awareness about the Mediterranean sea
From TVM News By next year people will have a greater understanding of what’s in Read More
‘There are so many jellyfish that we need to eat them’
From the Times of Malta Turning jellyfish into a delicacy is one of the most Read More
Drop in sea temperature linked to jellyfish invasion
From Maltatoday An unexpected number of jellyfish in Maltese waters over the past few weeks Read More
SIMO Dive Boat and Charters
Facbook: https://www.facebook.com/SIMO-Dive-Boat-Charters-2457609737594639/Phone: Call Simon on 99443508 In their own words:“SIMO is a new Dive boat Read More
Amphibians Diving Club
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/86542247225 In their own words: “An active club that promotes the fun of safe Read More
ATLAM Sub-Aqua Club
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/132565648913Website: https://maltasac.org/ About ATLAM in their words: “The Club currently has over 100 members. Read More
Sharklab: Shark Release
From Facebook Read more at: Facebook Event Page
Calypso Sub-Aqua Club
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/calypsosubaquaclubFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/calypsomaltaWeb: http://www.calypsosac.org/ From their website:“If you love diving, want to dive Read More
Over 1.8 tons of rubbish removed from seabed by QLZH Foundation
From Times Of Malta During their annual Ocean Bed Clean-Up, the QLZH Foundation (www.qlzhfoundation.com.mt), the Read More
Lack of fish has turned Malta’s sea into ‘a beautiful cemetery’
From Times of Malta Scuba divers who have been visiting the island’s underwater dive sites Read More
More jellyfish are being spotted now because sea temperatures dropped in March – expert
From The Malta Independent We have been seeing more jellyfish in Malta’s waters lately because Read More
Elegant Bull Ray at Cirkewwa Marine Park
This Bull Ray video was taken at the Cirkewwa Marine Park just a few weeks Read More
Diving community, ERA object to more Xwejni salt pans
From Timesofmalta.com The diving community in Gozo has joined the Environment and Resources Authority (ERA) in Read More
Ocean of Possibilities – Interactive Session
Event shared by Cirkewwa Marine Park Event by Ċirkewwa Marine Park and Blue EcoTech Paradise Diving Duration: 2 Read More
Paradise Bay Cleanup
Zibel announced another cleanup on Saturday the 4th of June 2022
Divers pull up massive discarded fishing line during Veċċja clean-up
From Times of Malta Divers carrying out an underwater clean-up at Veċċja Point in St Read More
Diving, head-first! | Clayton Bartolo
From Maltatoday One of the most beautifully evocative diving quotes is this: “To dive is Read More
Divers and salt farmers in access-to-coast row ahead of key season
From the Times of Malta Scuba divers and salt farmers are at loggerheads over the Read More
New diving strategy to ensure year-round access to popular sites
From Times of Malta Seashore ladders at Malta’s top diving sites will no longer be Read More