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Berthella ocellata sea slug
One of the beautiful creatures that many of us miss on our dives. Berthella ocellata, Read More
Danger from Falling Rocks – Il-Hofra z-Zghira, Delimara
Transport Malta recently issued Notice to Mariners No145 of 2023 alerting the public to danger Read More
Northern shore dives in Gozo – beware of nets
If you’re planning a shore dive on the North side of Gozo, visiting some of Read More
July’s Plant of the month by the FoEM – Posidonia Oceanica – Neptune Grass
We stumbled upon this informative article about Neptune Grass by Friends of the Earth Malta. Read More
Marine life in the Mediterranean stamps
The Malta Independent recently announced that a set of stamps portraying Marine Life is being Read More
CORALLO project nearing its completion
At a presentation held last week at the Hagar Qim Park Visitor Centre, Prof. Alan Read More
Ċirkewwa Marine Park – Meet the Team event & Coastal cleanup
The Ċirkewwa Marine Park team has today issued the following communication on social media. Hi Read More
Lost at Wied iz-Zurrieq: Gold signet ring
Post shared on Facebook – divers if you can assist it would be appreciated too: Read More
One small piece of net… imagine what happens with more!
Divers last Sunday on a boat dive at Dawra tas-Sanap, south east of Gozo came Read More
Mola Mola spotted near ROZI!
Impressive video shared by DiveSystems this afternoon of a Mola Mola right next to the Read More
Seahorse sighting
Seahorses are nowadays a rarity to see, so it’s always heart warming to see footage Read More
Authorities dragging their feet on 2022 diving strategy – ADPD
Updated 11:30 with ADPD statement Timesofmalta.com reports that during a press conference yesterday, ADPD – Read More
Parking issues at Cirkewwa Marine Park
It’s a busy time at the Cirkewwa Marine Park. With tourism reaching its annual peak Read More
Awesome Barracudas sighting!
Although the Maltese Islands are not as renowned for regular abundance of marine life as Read More
Mermaid’s wineglass – Acetabularia acetabulum
The mermaid’s wineglass….one of the largest single-celled organisms around! The scientific name of this miniature Read More
Diving Team commander saves St. John Co-Cathedral
In an article on The Malta Independent, Albert Galea tells the story of when in Read More
Brown algal group Cystoseira
An indicator of healthy waters…..prairies of the brown algal group Cystoseira, which are sensitive to Read More
Fairways at Mgarr ix-Xini and Xlendi Gozo
Transport Malta, in two Notices to Mariners published on its website, announced the setting up Read More
Found at Cirkewwa: Lost 2kg weight and Snorkel
The lost & found deposit at the Cirkewwa Marine Park (i.e. Jason’s Snack Kiosk) received Read More
Stolen: Cylinders and items stolen from Valletta (HMS Maori divesite)
On Tuesday 11 July 2023 four 12 litre cylinders (as per photo) were stolen off Read More
Mediterranean slipper lobster
An armoured tank underwater…..the Mediterranean slipper lobster (Scyllarides latus….xkall in Maltese)….this clumsy species makes up Read More
Box jellyfish season
It’s box jellyfish season….this species luckily is far LESS dangerous than its renowned cousin, the Read More
The mollusc which lost its shell…
Where’s your shell buddy? This is a nudibranch, a mollusc with no shell whose name Read More
Scorpionfish
Grumpy old Sam…..this is a fine specimen of red scorpionfish (Scorpaena scrofa), fully decked in Read More
Diving Strategy 2022 – One year later, disappointing results
divinginfo.mt has been in the last few weeks trying to identify the progress on the Read More
Sea Urchin harvesting moratorium – fines starting at €500!
The Government announced through a press release by the DOI that Sea Urchin harvesting is Read More
Found: Rebreather Controller Cover
Seems like its a controller cover from a rebreather, found some days ago at Wied Read More
Updated with photos: Cirkewwa Lantern – No go zone for mariners
Originally published on the 15/06/2023 – additional information on 05/07/2023 Transport Malta issued a Notice Read More
50-year old diver dies at Ċirkewwa diving site
The Malta Police Force announced in a press release that it was informed at about Read More
Seahorse (not) – coming soon to Reqqa & Billinghurst
The Planning Authority has been reported to have approved the installation of an artistic statue Read More
Żibel Qawra cleanup – shoes, tyres, outboards… and the list goes on…
Well done for another cleanup organised by Żibel at Qawra last Saturday. Almost unbelievable how Read More
New ladders & railing at St. Elmo Point
The below photo has been shared on the Diving Instructors social media group showing a Read More
Cheetah back on the loose!
No – it’s not the wild animal whose sight would make you look for safety, Read More
ATLAM in collaboration with DAN organising a DAN Instructor Course and DAN Provider Course
ATLAM Sub Aqua Club and DAN Europe have come to an agreement for a DAN Read More
700BC – That’s how old these recovered amphorae are!
The Munxar Local Council announced the official opening of the restored Xlendi Tower, which will Read More
Napier Lion engine recovery
Posted by Frederick Galea on Facebook on the 29/06/2023. During the summer of 1996 scuba-diver Read More
Opinions – launch of new section
Divinginfo.mt will in the coming days have a new section called “Opinions”. The aim is Read More
Brittle star
Serpentine arms for walking around….this is a brittle star, a close relative of Starfish and Read More
Potential for other headaches for divers
Transport Malta has issued Local Notice to mariners 109 of 2023 advising mariners and general Read More
Żibel Shares Ghost Net Removal From Xatt l-Aħmar On World Ocean Day
NGO Żibel Shared information about a Ghost Net Removal From Xatt l-Aħmar On World Ocean Read More
Billinghurst line maintenance
Congratulations to Audrey Cudel for performing heavy line maintenance at Billinghurst Cave in Gozo. These Read More
Bachelor of Science in Diving Safety Management
The Institute of Tourism Studies announced applications are open for persons interested in its Bachelor Read More
Loggerhead turtle encounter
Loggerhead turtle encounter off the Maltese Islands….one of the 2 marine turtle species known to Read More
Dolphins ahoy!
Dolphins ahoy! Up and close with these graceful creatures in the south Comino Channel (Maltese Read More
Shark Pups released back into the sea
TVM provides a good article and footage of the 9 Nursehound Sharks release that was Read More
Compass Jellyfish
This Jellyfish surely knows its way about…..the compass Jellyfish….a rare visitor to Maltese waters and Read More
Dolphins at Ċirkewwa
Dolphins in the Malta-Gozo Channel are not a rarity, and although many sightings, including ones Read More
Turtle nest at Ramla l-Ħamra, Gozo
A turtle nest was discovered this morning at Ramla l-Ħamra in Gozo, the largest sandy Read More
The Azure Window: its story underwater – Joseph Caruana
https://youtu.be/39tbP-F-iSc
Now you know… getting to know something more about marine life around us
Victor Micallef is a local diver with a keen interest in photography but also marine Read More
Shark release event sees 9 Nursehound sharks free, but also a suspended Gozo Ferry service.
What started off as another shark release of sharks hatched from dead shark’s eggs, a Read More
Railing back at Zonqor Point (Marsaskala Wrecks)
Inwadar national nature and history park has announced in a post on Facebook that the Read More
Divers ahead! Keep an eye out for these signs this summer
The image below shows a variety of signs that indicate that divers (SCUBA or Freedivers) Read More
67-year-old diver dies in Gozo
Timesofmalta.com reports that: A 67-year-old diver died in Gozo on Friday after finding himself in Read More
Hermit Crab
One can never be too cautious….stalked eyes and long antennae to sense and ‘taste’ one’s Read More
Sawback Angel Shark – caught as bycatch but released!
Marine Biologist Alan Deidun shared this picture of a Sawback Angel Shark who was caught Read More
Update: Dangerous navigation – Xatt l-Ahmar
Updated with apology by boat owner It’s the beginning of summer, and as seen in Read More
Xlendi Tower features recovered underwater artifacts from 2,000 years ago
Timesofmalta.com reports today about the reopening of the Xlendi Tower, which will also include an Read More
Lost: Mask and wrist slates
Lost at Wied iz-Zurrieq on Saturday 10/06/2023 between entrance and Faroud bow – Technisub mask Read More
Cleanup season well in! Well done to all NGOs, Authorities and Private Organisations organising them.
This past week – it being the World Ocean Day week – a bonanza of Read More
Lesser amberjack
The lesser amberjack (Cervjola tal-faxxi; Seriola fasciata), a close relative of the amberjack (accjola) and Read More
Seriously “sexy” boat for Civil Protection Department…
but let’s hope we don’t need it! Today the Civil Protection Department announced their latest Read More
Steamship Adjutant
These islands have seen more wrecks than those we visit today… and maybe a few Read More
Dolphins on the Faroud!
Absolutely lovely sighting, seeing these creatures so close to one of the best diving sites Read More
Prof. Timmy Gambin participated in a conference on new technologies in maritime archaeology held in Rabat, Morocco
From University of Malta News Website Prof. Timmy Gambin, from the Department of Classics & Read More
44 year old Russian man dies after diving off Manoel Island
Timesofmalta.com reports that Police announced that A 44-year-old Russian man died after finding himself in Read More
Seahorses at risk – Mgarr ix-Xini
The above picture and post explains it all. Seahorses getting decimated by indiscriminate anchoring. Mgarr Read More
Conservation objectives and measures for Malta’s marine Natura 2000 sites
Over the last few years, especially pre-pandemic, divers’ representatives and other stakeholders were consulted on Read More
Main-plane reconstruction for Spitfire EN199
Post by Mr Frederick Galea on Facebook on the 1 June 2022 The other day Read More
Inspirational SCUBA diving life lessons
This Poster was recently shared on social media here, though its origins look like something Read More
Filfla and its Surrounding Waters
Join Clare and the AZAD team as they dive under the sea near Filfla, the Read More
Immersion Pulmonary Edema (IPO)
Immersion Pulmonary Edema (IPO) is a condition that can occur during scuba diving, characterized by Read More
Mola Mola sighted at Xatt l-Ahmar, Gozo
A diver recently posted on social media in a closed group a video of a Read More
Updated: Net on SS Margit wreck (Kalkara Creek)
Irrespective of laws stating that fishing nets are not to be used within the Grand Read More
Please note: Diving season is on! (well, does it ever stop?)
Finally a weekend with some decent weather! A sigh of relief from divers who may Read More
Diving Medical Form
This medical form can be of guidance for you to understand if you are able Read More
Main-plane reconstruction for Spitfire EN199
Posted by Frederick Galea on Facebook on the 26/05/2023. The other day we showed you Read More
Two rescues in one day – Diver rescued by AFM at Ċirkewwa Marine Park, another at Xwejni Bay, Gozo
The Armed Forces of Malta announced on their Facebook Page that this morning, the 25 Read More
TMI: Malta increases its Marine Protected Areas to 18
From https://www.independent.com.mt/articles/2023-05-22/local-news/Malta-increases-its-Marine-Protected-Areas-to-18-6736252076 The 15th National Focal Points Meeting of the UN Protocol, focusing on Specially Read More
Seashell Diving Malta – Boat Charters
Website with information about the boat: https://www.seashelldivingmalta.com/boat-charter Owner’s Mobile: +35699442809 Other contact details: https://www.seashelldivingmalta.com/contact-us
Ċirkewwa Marine Park – Facilities Maintenance
The Ċirkewwa Marine Park Facebook Page announced that on Friday 2 June 2023 the facilities Read More
Fekruna Quay – Restrictions on Use
Transport Malta announced on the 21 May 2023 through NTM 085 of 2023 that until Read More
International Biodiversity Day: SEA MARVEL project continues marine research and monitoring
From Article by the Malta Independent The theme set this year for the international day Read More
Magnetometer survey results off the north-eastern coast of Malta 2010-2014
The below page from the Archaeological Society of Malta contains the text of a report on the magnetometer survey Read…
Mellieħa Bay Wreck – 2013-2014 survey and excavations report
The below page from the Archaeological Society of Malta contains the text of a report Read More
Early underwater archaeology and research in Malta (1960-70)
From The Malta Independent on Sunday Leafing through the pages of the annual reports on Read More
Xlendi And Its Ancient Shipwrecks – John Woods
From the Malta Online Bookshop Two major mysteries lurk behind the history of the picturesque Read More
Filming underwater around Malta – restrictions
Transport Malta announced in NTM 83 of 2023 that underwater filming will be carried out Read More
Spitfire parts from seabed
Posted by Mr Frederick Galea on Facebook on the 19/05/2023 In 1947, the Air Scouts Read More
New Dimension Scuba (NDS) is on a mission… to collect fishing wire
A big well done to New Dimension Scuba (NDS) for their commitment to collect as Read More
Peak Octopus mating season
At this time of the year (spring to summer), it’s the peak octopus mating season. Read More
Scuba Hand Signals
Divers underwater enjoy the silence of the sea.. and hear only their breathing & bubbles Read More
Swimming Zones for Summer 2023
Transport Malta this week announced through Notice to Mariners 075 of 2023 the areas that Read More
Moon Jellyfish sighting
Raniero’s Adventures shared the below post on Facebook with a sighting of the Moon Jellyfish, Read More
Headshield sea slug
It’s always great when you find a new species to you. A headshield sea slug, Read More
Dornier Do J Wal Jupiter VIII – Gnejna underwater wreck
Posted by Frederick Galea on Facebook on 12/05/2023 On 16 February 1932, Dornier Do J Read More
Bugibba Quay – Works in May
Transport Malta issued another Notice to Mariners advising of further ongoing works in at the Read More
480kg picked up in one morning by Zibel and volunteers
Sliema Local Council, University of Malta Students and other volunteers organised a beach and underwater Read More
Barbed wire – the soft but still stinging type!
Professor Alan Deidun shared yet another unusual Jellyfish, courtesy of a report by Andrew Zammit. Read More
Solo Diving: Pros and Cons
The Calypso Sub-Aqua Club recently had an event in which Dr. Andrew Zammit, one of Read More
Blackburn Ripon S1265-75
Posted by Frederick Galea on Facebook on the 05/05/2023 A long while ago, a fisherman, Read More
Corallo Project at Valletta until next Sunday
Interested in learning more about the Corallo Project and seeing Virtual Reality, Robots, Nature & Read More
ScienceDIVER in the Blue Economy Era
Did you miss the ScienceDIVER Hybrid International Conference on Scientific Diving which was held in Read More
Avoid Scotscraig Wreck – wastewater discharge
In view of recent wastewater discharges into the sea near to ic-Cumnija wastewater treatment plant, Read More
Call-Out by Frederick Galea
A wartime diary of the air/sea rescue operations at Malta. Some of these stories include Read More
Coastal-Cover – Studying the risk and protection strategy for Maltese Coast
An interesting workshop was held on the 3 May 2023 whereas NGOs and Authorities together Read More
Jellyfish in your plate or supplements?
Professor Alan Deidun in this interview on Malta Daily talks about ongoing research to find Read More
What the Devil… it’s Devil Rays!
An amazing sighting shared by Techwise Malta via Facebook – a beautiful encounter with Devil Read More
REWARD: Spot the Lionfish!
Keep your eyes peeled this summer, for the LIONFISH! The Spot the Alien Fish competition Read More
Scuba World Divers
This group of friends organises regular shore and boat dives, enjoying the Maltese underwater environment. Read More
Wreck Buoys placed in site at artificial wrecks.
Well done for PDSA: Professional Diving Schools Association Malta and the Malta Tourism Authority for Read More
Naval Air Crash at Delimara – Rescue Plane Driven Ashore
Post by Frederick Galea on Facebook on the 28/04/2020 Times of Malta -Tuesday, March 29, Read More
Żibel wins Lovin Malta’s Best Green/Sustainable Initiative Social Media Award
Congrats to Żibel for winning an award for the Best Green/Sustainable Initiative! For those who Read More
Who’s watching your back at sea? A drone? What?
The University of Malta announced a World’s first multi-drone system developed locally to enhance divers’ Read More
Widow’s appeal: Speak up
In an interview with the Times of Malta published today, Ms Degabriele, widow of the Read More
NTM: Bugibba Breakwater – Dredging and Construction Works
Transport Malta issued Notice to Mariners 63 of 2023 advising that dredging and construction works Read More
Dolphins deep-dive online course
Recently, divinginfo.mt attended a very interesting online session with Ms Patrizia Patti, who apart from Read More
Thousands of Harmless jellyfish wash up on Malta’s shores
From TimesofMalta.com Read more at timesofmalta.com
Environmental themed week by ATLAM
It was an environmentally themed last week at ATLAM Sub-Aqua Club as part of the Read More
AFM Soldier death investigation – Police still on the hunt for clues
The Malta Police Force has today renewed its appeal for information about the death of Read More
Spitfire wreck located off the coast of Gozo – Heritage Malta Site
Article & photos reproduced from post by Frederick Galea on Facebook posted on the 21/04/2023 Read More
Spot the Jellyfish is in a bit of a spot itself…
In a post on Facebook, Marine Biologist Alan Deidun anounced that the Spot the Jellyfish Read More
Um el Faroud graces the SCUBA Magazine front cover
In May’s issue of the SCUBA Magazine, issued by the British Sub-Aqua Club and distributed Read More
Further refurbishment at Cirkewwa changing rooms
We’re happy to note that further refurbishment has been carried out at the Cirkewwa changing Read More
Unbelievable: Worst timing ever – drainage spill at Ras il-Hobz
In a week in which scores of foreign divers are flocking to Malta for one Read More
Mad-Daqqa t’Ghajn series
The Mad-Daqqa t’Ghajn television series (in Maltese) was broadcast on local television stations between 2013 Read More
Speaking Sidemount – Demis Farrugia
Sidemount instructor Demis Farrugia of Diverse Scuba Solutions was recently interviewed on the Speaking Sidemount Read More
Risky business – cleanup at Sirens
The as usual indefatigable Raniero & friends have struck again, this time helping out in Read More
Spitfire Vc BR108
Posted in a Facebook post on the 14 April 2023 by Frederick Galea. During the Read More
Thinking about starting Scuba diving? What are the steps?
Starting your Scuba Diving Training needs just a few steps. Step 1: HealthYou don’t need Read More
Scuba Misconceptions
The first breaths underwater are the biggest challenge for you. Once achieved, there is no Read More
Scuba diving basic equipment
Tempted to try diving? This is what a dive centre will kit you up with Read More
Diving Equipment Expert’s opinion out in the media – Further revelations.
In an unusual twist to this tragedy, the Equipment Expert in the court process of Read More
Orangeshark
Contact Info: +356 79001802 / +356 79361889 Email / Website / Facebook: info@orangeshark.eu / https://www.orangeshark.eu Read More
Malta Freediving Club issues season planner
In a post on its Facebook Group, the Malta Freediving Club issued its upcoming 2023 Read More
Diving safety in fish farming
A recent court case, related to the accident resulting in the paralysis of a local Read More
Plan to create new salt pans in Xwejni, Gozo, dropped after strong objections
The objections of the local diving community and other environmental NGO’s seem to have hit Read More
Basic Scuba Diving Safety Procedures – Top 5 + 1
Scuba diving in Maltese waters can be an exciting and rewarding experience, but it also Read More
Diving with Diabetes
Unfortunately, within the Maltese population, diabetes is a medical condition that affects close to 7% Read More
Freedivermalta.com
Website Link: https://www.freedivermalta.com/ Offers Freediving and Sustainable Spearfishing tuition. Visit website for more information.
Venus girdle (Cestum veneris)
Shared on Facebook by Alan Deidun on 09/04/2023 An incredible creature indeed…..a bioluminescent comb jelly Read More
Cirkewwa Bathrooms Maintenance
Shout a big “Well done” to Brian Azzopardi, the person who takes care of the Read More
DIVEMED Underwater Film Unit
Website: https://divemed.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DiveMedMalta Our involvement commenced in 1995 with the movie Cutthroat Island, followed Read More
Oxygen / Nitrox MOD Table
Have you ever had an unusual mix in your tanks after filling up? Here’s a Read More
MV Pegasus Boat Trips
MV Pegasus is probably the largest local boat available for diving trip charters, taking circa Read More
Seahorse Cruises Luzzu
Traditional Luzzu operated by Seahorse cruises which is also fitted to also handle diving trips. Read More
Maltese waters act as stage for an upcoming Bollywood movie
From thelucknowtribune.com Maltese waters have once again been used as a set for an upcoming Read More
Seafire-IIc MB293
Posted by Frederick Galea in a Facebook post on the 06/04/2023 Seafire-IIc MB293 – Parts Read More
Happy Easter!
Wishing you a happy easter from divinginfo.mt. Raniero’s Adventures – Live Life put up the Read More
Environmental Protection Unit
The Environmental Protection Unit within the Malta Police Force carries out maritime surveillance for illegalities Read More
Malta Police Force presents two new RHIBs for the EPU
The Malta Police Force yesterday presented its latest acquisition, two new RHIBs that will be Read More
Divers for Puttinu Event raises over €1,500 for the Puttinu Cares Foundation
The organisers of the Divers for Puttinu Event yesterday evening presented the respectable donation during Read More
HMS Urge: The Loss & Discovery of a Royal Navy Submarine and her heroic crew
The Heritage Malta Underwater Cultural Heritage Unit have announced that under the auspices of the Read More
Malta Airport Foundation launches a video about the HMS Maori
The Malta Airport Foundation has launched its second video about wrecks around the Maltese Islands, Read More
Reminder: Dive for Puttinu on Good Friday
From the Facebook Event at: https://fb.me/e/14XuPs2uc Call to all Scuba and Freediving Clubs, Dive Centres, Suppliers Read More
Spitfire Vb EP122/L
Article and Photos posted by Frederick Galea on Facebook on the 30/03/2023. A Malta Police Read More
Liberator B24-D code U 42-40112
Post by Frederick Galea on Facebook on the 24/03/2023 The following information was derived during Read More
Amphibians Diving Club anniversary
The Amphibians Diving Club is turning 40 years old! A post today by Amphibians’ President Read More
Diver’s parking card
Unattended cars at diving sites after normal hours may mean the diver or swimmer is Read More
Jawless Sea Lamprey
Marine Biologist Professor Alan Deidun recently shared the below Facebook post & picture of a Read More
Seahorse sighting
They are masters of camouflage, but also unfortunately very rare and an endangered species even Read More
Bristol Blenheim Z7858/M
Posted by Frederick Galea on 17/03/2023 on Facebook Saturday, 13 December 1941 – In the Read More
Fish farm diver who ended up paralysed wins over €500,000 in damages
A fish farm diver who was left paralysed from the waist down following a deep-sea Read More
Slow progress in protecting waters between Malta, Italy and Tunisia
Article by MaltaToday Informal discussions are still underway on the identification of a transboundary marine Read More
Avoiding a diver conviction – Opinion Piece on Timesofmalta.com
From timesofmalta.com An opinion piece by Daniel Xerri in the Times of Malta discusses how Read More
Bristol Beaufighter T5174/N
At 11:25 hours nine Beaufighters of 272 Squadron took off to escort nine Beauforts of Read More
Videos by Alessandro Bajada
Alessandro Bajada is well known on social media for his photography, as well as for Read More
Aga Jay (Agnieszka Jurgielewicz) Art
I’m originally from Poland but lived in UK for 9 years before moving to Malta Read More
Catch ’em young!
Raniero does it again… Well, there’s probably no one in the Maltese Diving community who Read More
Martin Maryland AR714
Shared by Frederick Galea on Facebook on 3 March 2023 A Maryland was lost on Read More
International School of Diving Safety and Medicine – Institute of Tourism Studies (Malta)
The purpose of the ITS Training School is to address short-term and medium-term skill gaps Read More
Diver cleared of causing diving buddy’s death recalls the trauma – Times of Malta
Timesofmalta.com feature Timesofmalta.com interviewed Mr Arthur Castillo, the diver who has recently been cleared from Read More
The role of Divers in the Armed Forces of Malta
The below is an interesting short clip (in Maltese) which has been just published about Read More
Armed Forces of Malta
Website Link: https://afm.gov.mt/en/Pages/Default.aspx Facebook Link: https://www.facebook.com/ArmedForcesOfMaltaafm The Armed Forces of Malta carry out Fisheries Enforcement Read More
Bristol Beaufort DW805 – Part 2
Post on Facebook Shared by Frederick Galea on 24/02/2023 More scuba-dives on the sunken wreck Read More
Organisers cleared over death of diver in charity event
From Times of Malta Two men charged with the involuntary homicide of a 25-year-old woman Read More
Woman dies after diving incident
From Times of Malta A 24-year-old woman from Zabbar – Tamara Psaila, lost her life Read More
Difficult to prove diver responsible for deaths
From Timesofmalta.com 06 Aug 2015 It may be difficult to prove whether the British diver Read More
UK scuba instructor fighting extradition to Malta
From Times of Malta.com 04 August 2015 A scuba instructor based in West Sussex, UK Read More
As Autopsy Begins On Young Maltese Diver Today, Authorities Expect His GoPro To Reveal Cause Of Death
From LovinMalta Authorities hope to determine what exactly led to the death of 20-year-old diving Read More
Search comes to an end as rescuers find missing diver’s body
From the Malta Independent Rescue personnel have found the body of a diver who went Read More
Dockyard tragedy: Rescue divers feared being sucked into drydock gate valve
From Times of Malta Rescuers who found the body of a diver after he got Read More
Maltese authorities drop all charges against British scuba diver
From Times of Malta.com The Maltese authorities have dropped all charges against a British scuba Read More
78-year-old diver dies in Wied iż-Żurrieq
From Newsbook A 78-year old diver has died in Wied iż-Żurrieq as he experienced complications Read More
Diver dies, six rescued by AFM in Wied iz-Zurrieq
From MaltaToday – 10 April 2016 A Polish diver died this morning after he found Read More
Diving instructor found not guilty of involuntary death of Polish diver at Wied iż-Żurrieq
From TVM News 02 November 2018 A Polish diving instructor has been cleared of the Read More
Kevin Aquilina – Wreck Diving Enthusiast / UW Videographer
Kevin is a passionate and knowledgeable wreck diving enthusiast. His fascination with maritime history and Read More
Judgement in the case of the Maltese buddy overturned on appeal.
22/02/2023 14:00 Updated with summary of court of appeal’s conclusions. In a post on social Read More
Jurijs belowsealevel
Hi, my name is Jurijs and I’ve been diving in Malta for the almost 10 Read More
Bristol Beaufort DW805 – Part 1
From Facebook post by Frederick Galea on the 17/02/2023 Bristol Beaufort DW805 ditched off the Read More
Department of Biology academics publish major review of Maltese fishes
Re-sharing from University of Malta Newspoint A major work on Maltese ichthyology has just been Read More
Re-thinking sustainable tourism in the Mediterranean
Seen on University of Malta Newspoint: Around 12 Malta-based stakeholders were brought together for a Read More
Anchor Bay entry closed off due to falling rocks following storm Helios
The HPF Ranger Unit has announced that the slope towards the Anchor Bay entry has Read More
Rolls Royce Merlin aero-engine recovery 1970s
From Facebook post by Frederick Galea on the 10/02/2023 A Rolls Royce Merlin aero-engine from Read More
Daimer Benz 601 aircraft engine recovery
Article & Pictures posted by Frederick Galea on Facebook on the 03/02/2023 Another of my Read More
Dolphins, Whales, Turtles, Sharks, Jellyfish blooms, and Alien Species sighting reports
Transport Malta issued Local Notice to Mariners 18 of 2023 reminding that the Conservation Biology Read More
TM – Consolidated list of Archaeological Zones at Sea
On the 23 January 2023 Transport Malta issued Notice to Mariners 04 of 2023 – Read More
Junkers Jumo Aeroengine
Article and Pictures posted on Facebook by Frederick Galea on the 27/01/2023 In the evening Read More
Draft Ċirkewwa Marine Park Management Plan 2022-2027 announced
On the 18th January 2023, Nature Trust FEE Malta has announced its Draft Ċirkewwa Marine Read More
Paulus – The Shipwreck 60AD
About this book from the website dedicate to this book: http://www.stpaulshipwreck.com/ This book, narrating the Read More
New fish species discovered in Malta – The Marbled Goby
From University of Malta Newspoint A new fish species has been recorded in Malta for Read More
BathMalta project – Mapping the seafloor of the Maltese archipelago
From University of Malta Newspoint A project awarded by the MCST (Malta Council of Science and Technology) Read More
TM reminds mariners about safe distance from Divers’ flags
Transport Malta issued Local Notice to Mariners 003 of 2023 reminding mariners about keeping a Read More
Human Factors analysis by Gareth Lock
The blogpost by Gareth Lock, of thehumandiver.com raises some interesting points about the tragedy of Read More
‘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
Raniero Borg – Podcast ta’ Jon
Raniero Borg is a well known local diving enthusiast, activist and environmentalist. His Raniero’s Adventures Read More
Comino: A Secret Paradise
Dive into Comino’s waters with the Malta Airport Foundation, and discover the rich marine life Read More
Filfla – An incredible Malta Diving Experience
In 2015 the Malta Airport Foundation sponsored the production of a documentary about the relatively Read More
Shipyard directors to be charged on diver’s death
As reported by Timesofmalta.com on 10 February 2016 Palumbo shipyard directors are expected to be Read More
Scuba diving clubs support Caritas event to raise €2,000 for paralysed full-time diver
Report by the Times of Malta Maltese scuba diving clubs Calypso, ATLAM, Amphibians and SWDC Read More
Father of triplets dies in diving accident at dock
As reported by Timesofmalta.com on 01st March 2015 A 36-year-old diver died yesterday morning while Read More
Shipyard worker passes away after getting stuck in gate valve
As reported by Maltatoday A 36-year old diver who was working on a caisson in Read More
Diver hospitalised
A 30-year-old man from Fgura is in hospital suffering from grievous injuries after he encountered Read More