Gozo Salt Pans EPRT Appeal rejected – but warning bells remain
Updated 15/01/2026 The Environment and Planning Review Tribunal has today rejected the developers’ arguments for Read More
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Wied iż-Żurrieq Project Photomontages submitted to Planning Authority
Over the Christmas period it seems designers had some busy days preparing photomontages for the Read More
Sea Sense e-newsletter launched
A new periodic e-newsletter called “Sea Sense” has been launched by Baħar Wieħed, a new Read More
Updated:Echo from October 2024 fatal accident: diver died due to pulmonary barotrauma after rapid ascent
UK Public Inquest reported in British media Updated on 07/01/2026 at 21:00 with official public Read More
New Hope for Malta’s Sea Urchins: Lab-Grown ‘Rizzi’ Success
As divers in Malta, we’ve all noticed the thinning numbers of sea urchins—our local rizzi—over Read More
Fresh plans filed for Wied iż-Żurrieq – reassessment
ERA requests photomontages In recent weeks, the Public Works Department has filed new plans for Read More
BCT Hubs Conference: Widening the Big Blue Horizon – Bulgaria
We have been passed on the below advance notification of a BCTHubs.EU Conference happening next Read More
Updated: Three divers rescued at Dwejra, Gozo, then raise complaints.
Updated 23/11/2025: with divers’ complaints and AFM rebuttal The Armed Forces of Malta today (21/11/2025) Read More
Diver rescued at Reqqa Point, Gozo
The Armed Forces of Malta today announced that they had safely rescued a diver from Read More
54 year old German Diver dies at Dwejra, Gozo
The Malta Police Force announced today that a 54 year old German diver whilst diving Read More
Sharklab-Malta publishes Bull Ray paper: Maltese waters confirmed as a nursery for the species
Sharklab-Malta has just announced the publishing of a paper which highlights the achievements of a Read More
Reminder to authorities: Hear the divers’ calls!
Updated with additional information on 01/07/2025 The latest accident at the Cirkewwwa Marine Park again Read More
Updated 03/07/2025: Diver passes away, two days after accident at Ċirkewwa Marine Park
Updated 03/07/2025 with funeral information The funeral mass for Dione will be held at 08:30 Read More
Malta Sea Ranger Unit launched
On 23 June 2025, The Malta Ranger Unit announced the launch of a maritime unit Read More
Updated (4): Diver still missing off Marsascala, more info on search effort
Updated 03/06/2025 at 11:30 The Armed Forces of Malta provided an update today on the Read More
Peter Lemon, author of the best guide on diving in the Maltese Islands passes away
This morning the news broke on local social media that Peter Lemon, much loved and Read More
Diver rescued at Anchor Bay
The Armed Forces of Malta announced today that they were involved in a multi-agency search Read More
Updated: Third anniversary from the launching of the 2022 Diving Strategy
Updated 28/05/2025: On 27/05/2025 we have received a confirmation from the PA to the Prime Read More
236 Signatures for Ċirkewwa – Petition flying off to authorities
Thanks to the support of many local divers and diving professionals, the nice number of Read More
Cold shoulder for Ċirkewwa Marine Park: Call for action – sign the petition!
Over the last few months, divers have noted minor developments at the Ċirkewwa Marine Park. Read More
Managing Marine Archaeology in Malta: Survey
Mr Kevin Sciberras, a student reading for the BSC in Diving Safety Management at the Read More
Updated: April fool post :) – Major building contractors bid for Malta’s diving sites
Update 2 April 2025: Yes, as many guessed the below post was just an April Read More
Gozo Salt Pans application rejected
APPLICATION REFUSED!!!! Following your objections and representation made in person by only divinginfo.mt , the Read More
No surprises: Proposed Salt Pans project slated for refusal
The Planning Authority’s case officer assessing the proposed salt pans project close to Xwejni, Gozo, Read More
Reinventing the scuba diving training industry presentation
Well done to Damian Xuereb for his presentation last Thursday at ATLAM Sub Aqua Club. Read More
Course announced: The Coastal and Marine Habitats of the Maltese Islands
For the divers and general public a new short course has been announced which will Read More
30 Year anniversary from the tragedy of the Um el Faroud
It’s a grim anniversary today… 30 years since the explosion on board the Um el Read More
Diving into Challenges: Quality deficiencies in Malta’s Diving and Marine recreational activities offer
We originally penned this piece at the end of November 2024 but we were working Read More
Beyond the hype – Malta is a great diving destination, but let’s not overdo our celebrations!
We’re happy that we were awarded the diving destination award at Boot Dusseldorf 2005. Divinginfo.mt Read More
New spot to report your alien sightings!
After a few months of refurbishment, the Spot the Alien page has been relaunched following Read More
Malta selected as diving destination of the year at Boot Dusseldorf
Malta, Gozo and Comino were this year the recipients of the award for diving destination Read More
Spearfisherman with scuba gear caught red-handed
The Malta Ranger Unit announced on Sunday 26 that the previous night whilst on patrol Read More
Free opportunity for persons with physical or visual impairment to learn scuba diving
The NGO “UNICI“, a registered Voluntary Organisation, has in the last few weeks been advertising Read More
Producer Pedja Miletic passes away
Timesofmalta.com reported yesterday that film producer Pedja Miletic passed away suddenly. His wife announced his Read More
Rescue services called to Ċirkewwa Diving site
A news report was published today stating that a rescue operation was underway this afternoon Read More
Terry Caselli
Born to a Sicilian father and Maltese mother, after some time in Sicily as a Read More
Updated – 424 Objections – Third time lucky? Salt pans proposed on access route to Cathedral Cave (Għar ir-Riħ) and Ras il-Kanun
Update 08/01/2024 – 424 Objections so far – keep them coming until 13 January! No Read More
Official Diving Accidents Statistics in Maltese Islands – 2024
375 divers were treated at the Hyperbaric chambers in Malta and Gozo over the last Read More
Updated(2): Buoys at conservation areas around wrecks coming out
Posted by Max Valli of PDSA: Professional Diving Schools Association Malta in the afternoon of Read More
Sharklab-Malta Bombs to Batoids booklet published
Last summer, Sharklab-Malta carried out a set of research dives at the Marine Protected Area Read More
Update on Wied iz-Zurrieq project: Malta Tourism Authority has no objections!
Despite over 300 objections were filed by divers and other parties on the proposed upgrade Read More
FishID+ Malta by Bezz Diving and Bruno Pedreira
Recently, this PDF file with pictures and hyperlinks to additional information of many forms of Read More
Filfla results presented at the European Elasmobranch Association Conference, in Greece
Over several weekends this summer, Sharklab-Malta ran the “Bombs to Batoids” project with the assistance Read More
Fifth edition of Scuba Diving Malta Gozo Comino now available!
The “Ultimate guide to diving the Maltese Islands” is now out for sale from leading Read More
Filfla Sharks excerpt from The Track of the Tuna – 2007
Alex the Sharkman dives around the Island of Filfla in search of sharks. This clip Read More
Wied iż-Żurrieq refurbishment update – 334 Representations and consultation with divers.
You may have read already about the article we posted about the Wied iż-Żurrieq proposed Read More
Two divers hospitalised after encountering difficulties in Ċirkewwa
Newsbook reports that on 14 October 2024, two divers were hospitalised after facing difficulties at Read More
British diver, 66, dies after encountering difficulties at Cirkewwa Marine Park
Local media reports that a British diver aged 66 died after encountering difficulties during a Read More
Time for some learning? BIO1100 – An introduction to Marine Biology
The Faculty of Science at the University of Malta announced that an intake is in Read More
Update 3: Wied iż-Żurrieq refurbishment plans: Less accessibility at the second most dived shore diving site in Malta
Update Tuesday 08/10/2024 at 08:30 316 Representations sent, more than 75% from local divers, but Read More
Bombshell news: Hyperbaric Consultant to be charged over diver’s death
The Sunday Times of Malta reported that a Hyperbaric Consultant was “to face criminal charges Read More
51 year old Polish diver hospitalised following a dive at Xatt l-Aħmar, Gozo
Timesofmalta.com reports that Police announced that a 51 year old Polish diver was hospitalised in Read More
Times of Malta: Hyperbaric Consultant suspended following death of Polish diver in Hyperbaric chamber
The Times of Malta reports today that the Hyperbaric chamber consultant who had been in Read More
Five divers rescued at Wied iż-Żurrieq
Local media reports today that a difficult rescue operation was carried out at Wied iż-Żurrieq, Read More
Conservation Areas around Wrecks: No boating and trolling activity in nearshore sites!
The main shore accessible Conservation Areas around Wrecks are now off limits to any boating Read More
Great Shark Snapshot (or rays mostly in our case)
Sharklab-Malta are invited the general diving public to participate in an international initiative aimed at Read More
Underwater Treasures of Malta & Gozo
Information from https://heritagemalta.mt/store/underwater-treasures-of-malta-gozo/
UCHU featured on InDEPTH Magazine
One of our followers brought this article to our attention, an interview with Professor Timothy Read More
Polish instructor was trying to help buddy
An echo of last Saturday’s tragedy, the Times of Malta reports that a diving instructor Read More
Monk seal sighting
Over the last few days, two sightings were reported of the Mediterranean Monk Seal, a Read More
Dark day for diving – two Polish nationals die after a technical dive at the SS Polynesien WWI Wreck
Local media has shared the sad news that two Polish divers, 45 and 48 years Read More
Corrected & updated: Safe distance and speed from divers’ flag signals NTM refreshed
On 3 July 2024, Transport Malta has replaced the former Notice 062 of 2024 – Read More
Filming in the North of Malta
NTM 64 of 2024 – Filming in the North of Malta issued by Transport Malta Read More
Malta Ranger Unit launches reporting portal
The Malta Ranger Unit has launched a reporting portal for reporting environmental crimes which may Read More
Ambjent Malta offering free snorkel tours
Ambjent Malta is advertising free snorkel tours open for adults. Details below In English: Join Read More
ITS new intake for the Bachelor of Science in Diving Safety Management
The Institute of Tourism Studies has announced the next intake for the Bachelor of Science Read More
Bombs to Batoids: The Seminar
Over the last few weeks, Sharklab-Malta with the assistance of many local volunteer divers and Read More
Tourist diving survey – Shaun Cardona
We received the follow call by a local researcher who is carrying out a survey Read More
South Quay, Cirkewwa restrictions for the next few days
Transport Malta has announced in Notice to Mariners 047 of 2024 that restrictions may be Read More
Diver dies in Dwejra, Gozo
The Malta Police Force announced today that sadly a diver died at Dwejra, Gozo. The Read More
Designated restricted areas (swimming) 2024
Transport Malta announced in a local notice to mariners No. 033 of 2024 a total Read More
ERA declares Fessej Rock as a Special Area of Conservation of National Importance
In a notice published in the government gazette of the 22 March 2024, the Environment Read More
Diving Strategy – Shore diving sites responsibility update – or is it?
As part of our continued chasing to ensure that the 2022 Diving strategy does not Read More
FIlming at Marfa & Ghajn Zejtuna (Mellieha Bay)
Transport Malta has issued Notice to Mariners 024 of 2024 advising of filming being carried Read More
Cirkewwa Lantern works
The Cirkewwa Marine Park management has announced that next week works will start on the Read More
Cirkewwa tragedy – questions to be answered
The tragic death of a 45 year old diver at the Cirkewwa Marine Park on Read More
Accident 26 March 1994 – Three local divers die during a dive at Qawra Point
On the 30th Anniversary of the biggest tragedy for local diving, Raniero Borg has shared Read More
Updated: Diver fatality in Ċirkewwa, 17 others rescued following a change in weather conditions
Media announced that following a rescue operation at the Ċirkewwa Marine Park diving site, in Read More
Man caught with staggering 1,000 protected sea urchins
Newsbook reports today that the Environment and Resources Authority together with the police caught a Read More
ROV Underwater Video Surveys
Transport Malta announced in a coastal notice to mariners that starting next week over six Read More
Ladders back in in Gozo!
After a winter during which several sites suffered from ladder washouts, we’re glad to share Read More
Autonomous Underwater Vehicle surveys
Transport Malta has announced in a Coastal Notice to Mariners 9 of 2024 that surveys Read More
New documentary on the HMS Maori
The Malta International Airport Foundation has released another of its series of documentaries about the Read More
Dolphins, whales, turtles, sharks, jellyfish blooms and alien species sighting reports – BICREF Form
Transport Malta has recently announced Local Notice to Mariners number 017 of 2024. The annual Read More
International Workshop in Underwater Photography in Malta
Discern group are organising an international workshop in Underwater Photography in Malta between July 7 and Read More
Updated:Protest against the Minister’s balancing act: Fishing in conservation areas vs Diver Safety vs livelihood of fishermen
As of Saturday 9 March 2024, 90 protest emails were sent – join them – Read More
Malta Freediving Club launches summer planner
The Malta Freediving Club has just launched its summer 2024 planner. You an either save Read More
Fishing in conservation zones: OHSA called to action
In parallel with the protests being sent to the Minister for Fisheries for allowing fishing Read More
Stolen: DiverTug Scooter
Some pesky brat has stolen a DiverTug scooter from Qawra Point on Tuesday 5 March Read More
M/T Hephaestus entry point dirt path at Xatt l-Aħmar washed out
The storm (or well, the rain) of today has resulted in the dirt path to Read More
Cirkewwa roadworks imminent
Today Infrastructure Malta announced roadworks in the last couple of kilometres before arriving to the Read More
In the midst of winter… it’s time to think about summer holidays!
We’ve recently been contacted by two different local divers who are currently organising trips for Read More
New quarters for the marine section of the Civil protection Department
Today, the Civil Protection Department inaugurated new quarters for its marine section. The marine section Read More
Forbes gives Malta the 3rd place for best European destination in 2024 – partly due to the diving environment
The renowned Forbes magazine recently announced (https://www.forbes.com/sites/ceciliarodriguez/2024/02/07/best-places-to-visit-in-europe-in-2024-marbella-tops-list-by-european-best-destinations/) its top 20 European destinations for this year. Read More
Marine Environment: Commission calls on DENMARK, GREECE, CROATIA and MALTA to protect their marine waters
The European Commission has sent out warnings to various countries, including Malta for failing to Read More
Slipper Lobster
It’s not an unusual sighting around our coast, but truly, we love Slipper Lobstes too Read More
Updated: Archaeological Zones at Sea TM notice
Last month Transport Malta has issued the updated Coastal notice to mariners regarding historical wrecks Read More
Shilly-shallying on conservation areas endangers divers and damages industry
The infamous U-turn within 2 weeks — Conservation areas become fishing zones AGAIN has inspired Read More
Marine Life: Electric Ray
Local diver Victor Micallef recently shared the following video with some information about the locally Read More
Paulus – a most famous shipwreck from 60AD
Within the Christian religion, the text of St. Paul’s exploits includes the story of his Read More
Updated with more pictures: Ċirkewwa Marine Park: Weekend weather causes huge damages to on-land infrastructure
The weather of the first full weekend of the year appears to have caused considerable Read More
Site info: divinginfo.mt policies
Now that we have been up and running close to two years, with close to Read More
Which are the dive sites in Gozo? We believe the Minister misses quite a few…
Whilst we were recently checking up on some parliamentary questions that we’re expecting a local Read More
Diver’s opinion: Getting hooked in a marine park – not by the diving experience… but by hooks!
Occasionally we receive contacts in our mailbox which leave a lot of room for thinking.. Read More
Topics in Marine Biology – UoM Course starting March 2024
The Department of Biology at the University of Malta is organising a short evening course Read More
Sea Slug – Tethys fimbriae
Professor Alan Deidun recently shared on social media a photo and sighting reported by local Read More
Moon Jellyfish
The below picture was snapped at the Cirkewwa Marine Park on the 1st day of Read More
2024 – a year to see things moving?
For our first article of the year, apart from wishing the diving community all the Read More
Buddy Boat: Private Dive Boat Charter in Malta
Start your underwater adventure here. Rent the boat and plan your own dive trip, just Read More
U-turn within 2 weeks — Conservation areas become fishing zones AGAIN!
In an unbelievable U-turn within two weeks the Notice to Mariners that banned all forms Read More
Tug Boat “Roza” & Patrol Boat “Wenzu”
A bit of humor (verging on tragi-comic) that we came across whilst searching for some Read More
Maltese entities participate in Blue Culture Technology Excellence Hubs for promotion of Underwater Cultural Heritage
We are reproducing below an email being circulated locally by the Institute of Tourism Studies Read More
M/T Hephaestus Price Tag – Guess how much?
A bit of local diving trivia… we came across an answer to a Parliamentary Question Read More
Locally shot Bollywood movie – Starfish Pickle
DiveMed shared the below post which announces the release of the trailer of the movie Read More
— REVERSED — Halleluljah! – Navigation banned through Wreck Conservation Areas
Update 01/12/2023 — After only two weeks, the below decision was reversed by authorities – Read More
ERA publishes summary of Sea Urchin study
Earlier this summer, the Government announced that a two-year moratorium was put into effect on Read More
Mgarr ix-Xini Filming
Transport Malta today issued a Notice to Mariners No: 198 of 2023 stating that filming Read More
Lost: Big Blue Light and GoPro 10 Black
Tim Eckly (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100005509125918) is looking for help as he lost the following two items in Read More
Updated dive site report: Handrail still missing at Reqqa Point – 3rd Reminder sent
A reader’s report was received on the 18/08/2023 about a missing handrail at Reqqa Point, Read More
Updated: Xatt l-Aħmar – New Diving Wrecks – The access ladders! — one of the ladders has since been secured —
Updated 18:00 on 1/10/2023 with pictures showing one ladder was secured — read below Readers Read More
Let young people go diving
We reproduce below an opinion piece by Daniel Xerri which has been published on today’s Read More
Triton’s Trumpet
This triton’s trumpet does not make sounds (or at least, that we know of), but Read More
Umbraculum sp. sighting
Thanks to Victor Micallef for sharing this video online, and for the others participating in Read More
Barracudas on the Le Polynesien
Thanks to DiveSystems Malta for the amazing feast for the eyes of divers – so Read More
Updated – SOLVED – Slippery steps at Ċirkewwa Marine Park
Update at noon on 4 October 2023 – Issue has been resolved, with MTA staff Read More
Filming at the Inland Sea, Dwejra and South Quay Ċirkewwa
Transport Malta has today announced that the following site will have restrictions on navigation and Read More
Diver critically ill after being rescued from sea at Għajnsielem
Timesofmalta.com reported on 27/09/2023 that a diver is in a critical condition after finding himself Read More
X127 “Carolita” access under threat – representations needed!
For the attention of divers & especially diving schools – the development application for Manoel Read More
Wiki Loves Earth 2023 in Malta – Underwater images in top places
The 11th Wiki Loves Earth competition came to a close with some sunning images for Read More
The Destruction of Sikka l-Bajda – Causes and Solutions
Open letter to Authorities by local divers and activists Mark Gatt and Raniero Borg Published Read More
University of Malta announces a short course in Marine Biology
Want to get to know more about the marine environment around us from a more Read More
Drownings around the Maltese Coast
This recent media article mentions some diving-related drownings, especially noting that most were visitors to Read More
The joys of wreck-diving, in Malta and beyond
Local divers Daniel Xerri and Jon Borg were recently published on Divernet, gracing its pages Read More
B-24 Liberator – Archaeologists’ work leads to identification of remains of missing airman after 80 years.
The Times of Malta today reports about the discovery of human remains amongst the wreckage Read More
Divemap.io includes Maltese diving sites on its online app
Another tool to help you discover Malta and Gozo’s diving sites. Divinginfo.mt recently met up Read More
Large turtle spotted near Kristu tal-Baħħara
In a post on Facebook, Raniero Borg shared a video of a large turtle encountered Read More
Safeguarding the local sea urchin populations
In a sponsored article on Timesofmalta.com, ERA provides information about the importance of sea urchins Read More
Project Poseidon – reforesting Neptune Grass (Posidonia Oceanica)
Timesofmalta.com reports that a new project named Poseidon is starting off with the aim to Read More
Upgrades at Dwejra Environmental Education Centre
In a post on Facebook, Professor Alan Deidun announced that new LED digital displays have Read More
Snorkel Trail Tours by Ambjent Malta
Ambjent Malta has announced on social media that it is organising educational Snorkel trail tours Read More
European Barracuda
Post by Alan Deidun on Facebook on the 29/08/2023 The perfect predator….shoals of the largest Read More
Thieves doing the rounds – keep an eye out
Yesterday some instructors have advised on a local group that “Thiefs are going round on Read More
Remora sighting
Remora are infrequently sighted along the Maltese coastline, but their presence normally is understood to Read More
Local 4 legged diver makes it to the international news
The below New York Post features an article today about a 4 legged diver who Read More
Sea Squirt
Post by professor Alan Deidun on Facebook on the 28/08/2023
Exploring the new deep attraction in Gozo – First Video
Following the launch of the Deep Water Xlendi Archaeological Marine Park in Gozo, we now Read More
Mediterranean Cardinal Fish
Post by Professor Alan Deidun on Facebook on the 26/08/2023
Brown Meagre
Post by Professor Alan Deidun on Facebook on the 23/08/2023
Diving: Where’s the action?
Today’s Times of Malta has published an opinion piece targeting the lethargy in the implementation Read More
€143m for in public funds for films, TV series in five years, a pittance for the diving industry
On the 22 August the Times of Malta reported an eye-watering €143 Million were provided Read More
Fried Egg Jellyfish
Post by Professor Alan Deidun on Facebook on the 21/08/2023
Goldblotch grouper
Post by Professor Alan Deidun on Facebook on the 18/08/2023
Diving Strategy 2022 – A Gozitan Instructor’s viewpoint
Reader’s contribution The 2022 document was heralded as a way forward for the dive industry Read More
Diving in the deep (history)
This interview published today on Maltatoday with Professor Timothy Gambin provides an insight into the Read More
Night dive marvels – Stingray
NIght diving is a good opportunity for spotting some interesting life, amongst which this beautiful Read More
Monument in memory of the victims of the SS Polynésien to be inaugurated
Timesofmalta.com reported today that the Serbian community organisation in Malta is to erect a monument Read More
World’s first Deepwater Archaeological Park inaugurated off Xlendi
Local media today announced that yesterday evening, an official announcement was done that a stretch Read More
Submarine activity near the Submarine
TM announced last week (apologies for reporting it late – it slipped in our emails) Read More
Maritime Malta
Book with Photography by Kurt Arrigo and text by Prof Timmy Gambin From Malta Online Read More
Popular Fish in the Mediterranean Sea
Book by Stanley Farrugia Randon and Robert Micallef From: https://bdlbooks.com/product/popular-fish-in-the-mediterranean-sea/
Other Fish in the Mediterranean Sea
Book by Stanley Faarrugia Randon and Robert Micallef From BDL books: https://bdlbooks.com/product/other-fish-in-the-mediterranean-sea/
Mediterranean Sea Fishes (Central Region)
Book by Rio Sammut From: https://maltaonlinebookshop.com/product/mediterranean-sea-fishes-central-region/ Classification . nomenclature characteristics . habits central information From Read More
Molluscs of the Mediterranean Sea
Book by Stanley Farrugia Randon From BDL books: https://bdlbooks.com/product/molluscs-of-the-mediterranean-sea/
The Marine Shelled Mollusca of the Maltese Islands
Book by C. Cachia, C. Mifsud, P.M. Sammut From: https://bdlbooks.com/product/the-marine-shelled-mollusca-of-the-maltese-islands/
Marine Biodiversity in the Mediterranean
Book by Stanley Farrugia Randon with the help of Marine Biologist Prof. Alan Deidun From Read More
Archaeology and the Sea in the Maltese Islands
From https://bdlbooks.com/product/archaeology-and-the-sea-in-the-maltese-islands/ The Maltese Islands have, since ancient times, been witness to various degrees of Read More
Tender for Ċirkewwa Marine Park delineation buoys announced
Today, the Ċirkewwa Marine Park announced in an advert on the Sunday Times of Malta Read More
The divers are calling for attention
In Maltese we have a saying that in a rough translation equates to: “The baby Read More
Pending: Parking Area at Ċirkewwa Marine Park – suggestion by local divers
In May 2023, local divers, communicated to the Malta Tourism Authority and Transport Malta regarding Read More
Slender snipe eel – Nemichthys scolopaceus
A creature out of this world…the slender snipe eel..Nemichthys scolopaceus…a deep-water species recently caught in Read More
It’s not a scared Moray eel, but a Fangtooth Moray!
This moray eel does not look so pale because it got scared when it saw Read More
WW1 Wreck dives
A beautiful video and commentary of a diving experience by Divers Ready! on deep tech Read More
Pending: Sirens and Qawra Point diving sites
Updated 02/08/2023 The below is correspondence we sent to MTA and the St. Paul’s Bay Read More