Announcing the Ċirkewwa Marine Park Management Plan
After a wait of several years, with the first draft seen in early 2023 – Read More
Dive Site News
Consultation on Recreational Diving Services Regulations (closed)
Update 31/07/206 – Suggestion form has been disabled and suggestions sent to MTA as per Read More
Sinking Expectations: 4 Years On, Is Malta’s 2022 Diving Masterplan Left Adrift?
Malta and Gozo boast some of the most spectacular underwater topography and historic wrecks in Read More
Wied iż-Żurrieq boatyard & facilities application approved by Planning Authority
New store & bathrooms to be accessible for divers, but no plans for additional aids Read More
Updated: Wied iż-Żurrieq project recommended for approval
Updated below on 09/04/2026 with divinginfo.mt’s representation to PA.Original post published on 24/03/2026 In an Read More
Updated 07/04/2026: Easter weekend woes… Sun graces the sky, but many ladders, railings and basic facilities missing
Over an Easter weekend which finally brought some much missed sunshine and calmish sea, the Read More
Updated: Dangerous games at Ras il-Ħobż: Drainage leak or not? – ROV Survey commissioned
Updated on 30/03/2026 with ROV Survey Notice by Transport Malta Over the past few days Read More
Ċirkewwa Marine Park legally established
On 26 February 2026, by virtue of Legal Notice 51 of 2026 titled “Establishement of Read More
PDSA and MTA carry out spot checks at shore diving sites in Malta – Għar Lapsi restoration Consultation Open
The Professional Diving Schools Association (PDSA) today advised its members (and with the general diving Read More
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
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
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
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
Malta Sea Ranger Unit launched
On 23 June 2025, The Malta Ranger Unit announced the launch of a maritime unit 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Filming in the North of Malta
NTM 64 of 2024 – Filming in the North of Malta issued by Transport Malta 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
Designated restricted areas (swimming) 2024
Transport Malta announced in a local notice to mariners No. 033 of 2024 a total Read More
Dive site reports / comments
Is a ladder rickety or missing? Any dangers that someone could do something about? Are 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
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
Ladders back in in Gozo!
After a winter during which several sites suffered from ladder washouts, we’re glad to share 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
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
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
Updated: Archaeological Zones at Sea TM notice
Last month Transport Malta has issued the updated Coastal notice to mariners regarding historical wrecks 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
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
2024 – a year to see things moving?
For our first article of the year, apart from wishing the diving community all the 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
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
— 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
Mgarr ix-Xini Filming
Transport Malta today issued a Notice to Mariners No: 198 of 2023 stating that filming 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
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
X127 “Carolita” access under threat – representations needed!
For the attention of divers & especially diving schools – the development application for Manoel 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
Upgrades at Dwejra Environmental Education Centre
In a post on Facebook, Professor Alan Deidun announced that new LED digital displays have 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
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
Diving: Where’s the action?
Today’s Times of Malta has published an opinion piece targeting the lethargy in the implementation Read More
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Seahorse (not) – coming soon to Reqqa & Billinghurst
The Planning Authority has been reported to have approved the installation of an artistic statue 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
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
Railing back at Zonqor Point (Marsaskala Wrecks)
Inwadar national nature and history park has announced in a post on Facebook that the 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
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
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
Swimming Zones for Summer 2023
Transport Malta this week announced through Notice to Mariners 075 of 2023 the areas that 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
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
NTM: Bugibba Breakwater – Dredging and Construction Works
Transport Malta issued Notice to Mariners 63 of 2023 advising that dredging and construction works 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
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
Risky business – cleanup at Sirens
The as usual indefatigable Raniero & friends have struck again, this time helping out in 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
Cirkewwa Bathrooms Maintenance
Shout a big “Well done” to Brian Azzopardi, the person who takes care 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
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
TM – Consolidated list of Archaeological Zones at Sea
On the 23 January 2023 Transport Malta issued Notice to Mariners 04 of 2023 – 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
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…
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
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
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
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
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
Kristu tal-Baħħara gets a scrub
A shoutout to Raniero Borg and his buddies for cleaning up the underwater Christ statue 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
Survey off Xatt l-Ahmar (Gozo)19-29 July – LNM 119 of 2022
From Notices to Mariners -TM
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
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
Submarine Training near HMS Stubborn
From Transport Malta Local Notices to Mariners Transport Malta is notifying mariners (that includes diving 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
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
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
Paradise Bay Cleanup
Zibel announced another cleanup on Saturday the 4th of June 2022
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
Filfla – An incredible Malta Diving Experience
In 2015 the Malta Airport Foundation sponsored the production of a documentary about the relatively Read More