Port of Marsaxlokk (MTMAR): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Marsaxlokk (UN/LOCODE MTMAR) is a small coastal (natural) harbor located in Malta, on the Mediterranean Sea. It sits at 35.8167° N, 14.5500° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 14 m, an anchorage depth near 23.2 m, cargo pier depths around 15.5 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes wharves, anchorage facilities.
Port Specifications & Capabilities
Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.
Harbor Profile
- Harbor Type
- Coastal (Natural)
- Harbor Size
- Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- Mediterranean Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Malta
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Marsaxlokk
Where is Port of Marsaxlokk located?
Port of Marsaxlokk is a seaport located in Malta, on the Mediterranean Sea. Its coordinates are 35.8167° N, 14.5500° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Marsaxlokk?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Marsaxlokk is MTMAR — country code MT, location code MAR.
How deep is Port of Marsaxlokk?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Marsaxlokk has a channel depth of about 14 m, an anchorage depth of about 23.2 m, cargo pier depths of about 15.5 m.
Does Port of Marsaxlokk require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Marsaxlokk.
What type of harbor is Port of Marsaxlokk?
Port of Marsaxlokk is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of small size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Marsaxlokk have?
Port of Marsaxlokk is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Marsaxlokk are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #40340), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →