Port of Marsaskala

MTMSS🇲🇹Malta

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About Port of Marsaskala

Marsaskala is a quay facility located on the island of Malta. It serves as a harbor with moderate shelter. Pilotage is compulsory, and tugs are available.

Background
Marsaskala, also known as Wied il-Għajn or Marsascala and abbreviated as M'Skala or M'Scala is a seaside town in the Southern Region of Malta.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
16ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
11m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
Medium
Repair Code
A

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
40330 →
GeoNames ID
2564740 →
Wikidata
Q534571 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
MTMSS
Country
🇲🇹Malta
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
QUAY (Quay)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
MT-32
Latitude
35.8667°
Longitude
14.5500°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Marsaskala?

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The Port of Marsaskala 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 Marsaskala?

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You can track vessels near Marsaskala (MTMSS) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Marsaskala?

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The Port of Marsaskala is a port in MT. Its UN/LOCODE is MTMSS — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE MTMSS mean?

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The first two characters, MT, are the ISO country code for MT. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Marsaskala?

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The Port of Marsaskala 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.