About Us
From its position astride one of the major arteries of shipping, Malta offers a whole range of international maritime services and facilities including:
- deep natural harbours and well equipped ports which offer a haven for international shipping
- extensive bunkering, ship supplies and towage services
- ship building and ship repair yards which can take the largest ships afloat
- modern facilities for transshipment and distribution, including a very successful Freeport and oil terminal
- high level training for both deck and engineering officers at a reputable nautical school
- a hub for cruise liners
- international yacht marinas backed by efficient repair and shore support services
- an international ship register - one of the largest in the world
The Organisation
The functions of the Authority include:
- The efficient operation and further improvement of ports and yachting centres
- The registration of ships and administration of the services contemplated in the Merchant Shipping Act
- Overall control for the preservation of good order in territorial and internal waters in Malta, in the ports and their land and sea approaches
- The human resource development of port personnel and seafarers
- The prevention and control of pollution of ports
- The provision of appropriate safety measures related to ports and shipping
- The overseas promotion of Malta as a maritime centre
- Advice to Government on matters relating to maritime activities and their development