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Port of Marsaxlokk

MTMAR🇲🇹Malta

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About Port of Marsaxlokk

Also known as: Has-Saptan Fuelling Dolphin, Has-Saptan Oil Pier, Ħas-Saptan Fuelling Dolphin, Ħas-Saptan Oil Pier

Marsaxlokk is a natural harbor on Malta's southern coast. It serves as a significant bunkering port and handles various cargo types, including containers and general cargo. The port accommodates a wide range of vessels, from bulk carriers and tankers to fishing boats and offshore craft.

Background
Marsaxlokk is a small, traditional fishing village in the Southern Region of Malta. It has a harbour, and is a tourist attraction known for its views, fishing and history. As of March 2014, the village had a population of 3,534. The village is also known for the Marsaxlokk Market, which is mainly a large fish market which takes place along the seafront on Sundays, and a tourist market during all other days of the week. Inhabited and well-known since antiquity, Marsaxlokk was used as a port by Phoenicians, Carthaginians and also has the remains of a Roman-era harbour. Originally a part of the city of Żejtun, the fishing village became a separate parish in the late nineteenth century.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
14ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
U
Repair Code
U
Terminals
1

History

Established
1988

Terminals

MALTA FREEPORT TERMINALS LTD

MALTA FREEPORT TERMINALS LTD.

Freeport Centre, Port of Marsaxlokk, Kalafrana BBG3011, Malta

www.maltafreeport.com.mt →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
MTMAR
Country
🇲🇹Malta
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
PIER (Pier)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
MT-05
Area
West Mediterranean
Latitude
35.8277°
Longitude
14.5434°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
40340 →
GeoNames ID
2564793 →
Wikidata
Q781921 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.maltafreeport.com.mt →
OpenStreetMap
View on OSM →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Marsaxlokk?+
The Port of Marsaxlokk is located within the Mediterranean East-West corridor — a major trade route spanning the Mediterranean from Gibraltar to the Suez Canal. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Marsaxlokk?+
You can track vessels near Marsaxlokk (MTMAR) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for MTMAR on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Marsaxlokk?+
The Port of Marsaxlokk operates in the UTC+1 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.
What is the Port of Marsaxlokk?+
MARSAXLOKK (UN/Locode: MTMAR), Malta is a seaport located at approximately 35.82770° N, 14.54345° E.
Where is the Port of Marsaxlokk located?+
Coordinates: 35.82770° N, 14.54345° E. Nearby terminals/ports:MALTA FREEPORT DISTRIPARK — UN/Locode: MTDIS — 35.83000° N, 14.53000° EVALLETTA — UN/Locode: MTMLA — 35.89301° N, 14.51505° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Marsaxlokk?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Natural and Small. Cranes: mobile cranes. Lifting: 25–49 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading, anchorage loading/offloading and good holding ground. Depths: channel depth 14m - 15.2m; anchorage depth 23.2m - OVER and cargo pier depth 15.5m - 16m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Marsaxlokk?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: restrictions present; swell: restrictions present; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Marsaxlokk?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: not available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Marsaxlokk?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Bunkering, Container, Fishing, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Offshore, Passenger, Pleasure Craft, Ro Ro, Tanker, Tugs Harbor Craft and Unspecified.