S.L. 499.49 чл. 3Computation of time.

(1) The time for which the rates are applicable in accordance with the Schedule shall start running either from the time the tug is ordered to commence work or from the time of leaving berth, whichever is the earlier, and the time of completion shall be that when the tug reaches berth.

(2) Subject to the provisions of subregulation (1), the time spent by the tug proceeding from berth to vessel to commence operations or from vessel following the end of operation to berth shall be calculated on the basis of a set rate irrespective of the actual time taken, if the service is provided within -

(a) Grand Harbour, at 20 minutes;

(b) Marsamxett Harbour, at 30 minutes;

(c) Marsaxlokk Harbour, at 20 minutes;

(d) Grand Harbour or Marsaxlokk Harbour, if the tug or tugs are based at the other harbour, within 60 minutes;

(e) other ports, actual time from berth to berth.