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Boating in Malta, written for here.

News from the Maltese boating year — the Middle Sea Race, the haul-out season, the gregale, the Saharan dust — and in-depth guides to protecting a boat in this climate. Practical, local and free of sales talk.

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From the Maltese boating year

Shrink Wrap UK comes to Malta

Shrink Wrap UK now has a base in Malta.

Company news · 8 Oct 2026

After the Middle Sea Race

The 47th Middle Sea Race starts from Grand Harbour on 17 October 2026.

Malta sailing · 8 Oct 2026

Haul-out season

Malta’s yards lift most boats out between autumn and spring, and good slots go early.

Boating in Malta · 8 Oct 2026

Gregale season

The gregale is Malta’s north-easterly winter gale.

Malta weather · 8 Oct 2026

After a dust storm

Saharan dust and mud rain cover Maltese boats several times a year.

Boat care · 8 Oct 2026

Guides

Protecting a boat in Malta’s climate

Sun, salt and Saharan dust

How do you protect a yacht from sun and dust in Malta?

Protection guide · 7 min read

Summer lay-up

What is a summer lay-up?

Lay-up guide · 8 min read

Shrink wrap vs canvas

Is shrink wrap or canvas better for a boat cover?

Buying guide · 7 min read

Ventilation in heat

Why does a boat cover get condensation?

Technical guide · 6 min read

Planning yard containment

What do you need to plan a containment enclosure?

For yards and contractors · 8 min read

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