Notice to Mariners issued in Govt. Gazette No 21,598 of 6th March 2026

The Ports and Yachting Directorate, Transport Malta, notifies mariners and the general public that repair work will be carried out at Bridge Wharf ‒ Grand Harbour.

The works are expected to start with immediate effect and should be completed by Friday, 29th May, 2026.

A silt curtain will be laid along the perimeter of areas A and B, as shown in the chart found on the Transport Malta website (www.transport.gov.mt).

These works will be carried out from land and by scuba divers who will be displaying the International Code of Signals Flag 'A', while works are being carried out.

Mariners and owners of vessels are to proceed at very low speed (no wake) when navigating close to the area. They are to keep at least 10m away from the silt curtain and are to cooperate with the contractor on-site.

All mariners are to comply with any instructions given on VHF Channel 12 and/or 16, by Valletta VTS and by any enforcement personnel on site.

​Chart affected: BA 177
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