Transport Malta this week announced through Notice to Mariners 075 of 2023 the areas that will be considered as swimming zones during this summer from 20 May (or 30 May in some cases) until 30 September . Some of these sites intersect also with well-known shallow diving sites (e.g. Mgarr ix-Xini, Xlendi, Qawra point, Sirens, etc.). Boats are not allowed to navigate in these areas. Buoys will be placed on site and same cannot be used as moorings.
From LovinMalta Heaps of huge jellyfish were spotted in Comino and all around Malta yesterday, meaning the annual mass spawning arrived much earlier than expected. ”Seems that the annual mauve stinger (Pelagia noctiluca) mass spawning (release of eggs) is in full swing already this year, courtesy of the calm weather we have had over the Read More
but let’s hope we don’t need it! Today the Civil Protection Department announced their latest acquisition with an awesome video! MANUĊĊA, P-42 Fire Fighter is an innovative high speed rapid intervention vessel which provides superb stability, flexible work space and panoramic view from helm position. This vessel is able to reach speeds of 44 knots has Read More
Media announced that following a rescue operation at the Ċirkewwa Marine Park diving site, in the north of Malta, one diver was reported dead on arrival at hospital whilst another 17 were rescued with no critical injuries. Later in the day, news reports were updated with the information that the deceased diver is a 45 Read More
From Times of Malta Eight sharks released into the sea Children, parents, and divers all headed up to Ċirkewwa to watch as eight baby sharks were released into the Mediterranean sea on Saturday morning. The release was organised by NGO Sharklab Malta and the Malta National Aquarium. Today’s release marks Sharklab-Malta’s 350th successful shark release Read More
A recent court case, related to the accident resulting in the paralysis of a local diver working in the Fish Farming Industry seems to be the trigger of an opinion piece on the Times Of Malta today by Mr Daniel Xerri. The full opinion piece is reproduced below, with permission of the author. A set Read More
Alessandro Bajada is well known on social media for his photography, as well as for digitising and sharing vintage footage showing Maltese landscapes from decades ago. Below is a selection of videos that he has uploaded to Facebook that are relevant to diving, going back even 50 years ago! 1973 – First Northern European Championships Read More