Port of Sliema

MTSLM🇲🇹Malta

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About Port of Sliema

Sliema is a dock facility located on Malta's northeast coast. It is a medium-sized harbor offering excellent shelter. Pilotage is compulsory, and tugs are available.

Background
Sliema is a town located on the northeast coast of Malta in the Northern Harbour District. It is a major residential and commercial area and a centre for shopping, bars, dining, and café life. It is also the most densely populated town on the island.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
16ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
7m

Operations & Services

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

History

Established
2015

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
MTSLM
Country
🇲🇹Malta
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
DCK (Dock)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
MT-56
Latitude
35.9000°
Longitude
14.5000°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
40330 →
GeoNames ID
2564778 →
Wikidata
Q39526 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
sliemalc.gov.mt →
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Frequently Asked Questions

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Sliema?

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The Port of Sliema 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 Sliema?

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You can track vessels near Sliema (MTSLM) 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 Sliema?

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The Port of Sliema is a port in MT. Its UN/LOCODE is MTSLM — 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 MTSLM 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 Sliema?

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The Port of Sliema 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.