15 September 2026
Malta Revises Assistant Engineer Rules for Commercial Yachts Under 500 GT
Malta has introduced a risk-based Assistant Engineer manning framework for qualifying Short Range and Extended Short Range commercial yachts below 500 GT.
Operational overview
Roland Marina is a full-service Ta' Xbiex marina within S&D Yachts Group, with current published berthing for yachts from 7 to 32 metres.
Roland Marina is a full-service Ta' Xbiex marina within S&D Yachts Group, with current published berthing for yachts from 7 to 32 metres.
Berthing for yachts from 7 to 32 metres, utilities, Wi-Fi, customs assistance, bunkering, fuel, laundry, repairs, maintenance, diving, chandlery and guardianage.
Roland Marina is a full-service Ta' Xbiex marina within S&D Yachts Group, with current published berthing for yachts from 7 to 32 metres.
Roland Marina is located in sheltered Ta' Xbiex Creek and is part of the S&D Yachts Group. Current marina service information advertises berthing from 7 to 32 metres, water and electricity, Wi-Fi, customs support, bunkering, fuel, laundry, CCTV/security, toilets and showers and a range of yacht repair and maintenance services.
This marina profile was verified against the marina, operator or relevant harbour authority's current public information on 16 August 2026. Captains should confirm berth availability, dimensions, draught, utilities and operational requirements directly before arrival.
Location and harbour context
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Coordinates: 35.900867, 14.500767
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| Destination | Malta |
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| Location | Ta' Xbiex , Malta |
| Region | Mediterranean |
| Local region | Malta / Marsamxett Harbour |
| Marina type | Full-service yacht marina |
| Coordinates | 35.900867, 14.500767 |
| Management company | S&D Yachts Group / Sandy Yacht Marina Ltd |
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| Marina VHF | VHF Ch. 13 |
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| Maximum yacht length | 32.00 m |
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| Shore power | Water and electricity services are available. |
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| Fresh water | Potable fresh water is available. |
| Fuel | Fuel and bunkering services are available. |
| Security | CCTV and security services available. |
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Roland Marina is located in sheltered Ta' Xbiex Creek and is part of the S&D Yachts Group. Current marina service information advertises berthing from 7 to 32 metres, water and electricity, Wi-Fi, customs support, bunkering, fuel, laundry, CCTV/security, toilets and showers and a range of yacht repair and maintenance services.
| Services | Berthing for yachts from 7 to 32 metres, utilities, Wi-Fi, customs assistance, bunkering, fuel, laundry, repairs, maintenance, diving, chandlery and guardianage. |
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| Showers | Toilets and showers available. |
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| Laundry | Laundry service available. |
| Transient berths | Available / listed |
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