MV Rozi

MV Rozi is a tugboat that was intentionally sunk off the coast of Malta to serve as a scuba diving attraction. The vessel was originally built in Bristol, England in 1958 and was initially named Rossmore. It was later renamed Rossgarth in 1969 before finally being named MV Rozi in 1972.

History

The MV Rozi was built by Charles Hill & Sons for Rea Towing Company, a Liverpool-based company. The tugboat was primarily used for towing services in Bristol and Liverpool. In 1972, it was sold to Mifsud Brothers Limited, a Maltese company, and was renamed MV Rozi. The vessel continued its towing services in Malta until 1992.

Sinking and Current Status

In 1992, the MV Rozi was sold to Captain Morgan Cruises, a local tour operator in Malta. The company had the intention of sinking the vessel to serve as an attraction for their submarine tours. The MV Rozi was subsequently scuttled in the vicinity of Cirkewwa, one of Malta's most popular diving sites.

Today, the MV Rozi lies upright on a sandy seabed at a depth of approximately 36 meters. The vessel is largely intact, with only its engines and propellers removed prior to sinking. It has become a popular site for advanced divers due to its depth and the strong currents that can be present in the area.

See Also

• List of shipwrecks of Malta
• Scuba diving in Malta