Key Port Facts
UN/LOCODE
MTMLA
Coordinates
35.90°N, 14.51°E
Timezone
UTC+1 (CET)
Region
Europe — Mediterranean
Port Authority
Transport Malta
Fuel Grades Available at Malta
Seven Ocean procures the following marine fuel grades at Malta (Central Mediterranean anchorage bunker hub). Click any grade for full specifications.
Delivery Methods
- Barge (primary)
- Ship-to-ship
Bunkering at Malta
Central Med position
Malta's location makes it a natural mid-voyage stem for vessels crossing between Gibraltar/Suez, with competitive VLSFO and distillate supply at anchorage.
Bunkering-only calls
Much of Malta's bunker business is offshore ship-to-ship, so vessels can fuel without a port call.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to enter port to bunker at Malta?
No — most Malta bunkering is at designated offshore anchorages via barge, so you can stem without a commercial port call.
Is Malta competitive on price?
Malta competes closely with other Med hubs; we benchmark it against Gibraltar, Algeciras and Piraeus for your route.