About the library
The largest photo library on the Maltese Islands.
We provide all kinds of photography concerning ships, aircraft, emergency equipment and military warfare — with over 10,000,000 images in our archives.
Formed August 1990
Who we are
A team of professional photographers, on the water since 1990.
We are the largest and leading photo library on our Maltese Islands, providing all kinds of photography concerning ships, aircraft, emergency equipment, military warfare and more. In fact, we have over 10,000,000 photos in our archives.
Formed in August 1990 with a team of professional photographers, our main activity is aerial photography, aerial surveillance and maritime research — and we are proud to serve any company.
Republic of Malta
A key base in the maritime industry.
For hundreds of years Malta has established itself as one of the key bases in the maritime industry — not only for her perfect geographical location, but also for its excellent dock services. Today, this tiny island boasts supreme facilities in the maritime industry with reliable repair yards equipped with skilful and certified tradesmen with years of proven experience.
The shore-side infrastructure required to support all kinds of vessels in existence today is very well developed — whether the call is for bunkering, to restock supplies, carry out a crew change, or to give guests or crew a taste of ‘shore’ relaxation highlighting local history or culture. With excellent air connections by a good number of major airlines, Malta enjoys respect and confidence as a destination for charter pick-up.
The founder
Capt. Lawrence Dalli
Photography and ships are two of his passions in life — a combination which produces memorable and pleasant reflections. His constant lookout for new arrivals makes him a real ‘aficionado’, as these pages convey.
He was presented with a camera for his ninth birthday, and ever since photography has developed from a hobby to a passion and a profession. Being an islander, the sea and boats were his immediate affectionate focus — a charm which matured along with the changes time brought about to the type of boats featuring on and off the Maltese waters.
What we do
Our services
Aerial Photography
Our core craft since 1990 — precise air-to-vessel and air-to-coast imagery across the Maltese Islands and beyond.
Aerial Surveillance
Operational monitoring of vessels, ports and offshore activity for commercial and institutional clients.
Maritime Research
Identification, archival cross-referencing and documentation drawn from a 10-million-image library.
Photo Licensing
High-resolution stock and bespoke commissions licensed for editorial, commercial and corporate use.
Looking for a particular image?
Our archive spans decades. Tell us what you need and we’ll find it — or capture it.