The project addresses the challenges of safer marine transportation, the protection of human lives at sea, whilst safeguarding marine and coastal resources from irreversible damages. The project intends to extend the existing HF radar network coverage to the western part of the Malta-Sicily Channel and the southern part of the Maltese archipelago, develop new monitoring and forecasting tools and deliver tailored operational downstream services to assist national entities in their maritime security, rescue and emergency response commitments.
Cost:
€ 1,451,850
Beneficiary:
University of Malta, Civil Protection Department, Transport Malta
