Marquesas Time (MART)

Marquesas Time (MART) operates at UTC−9:30 year-round and is used in the Marquesas Islands, part of French Polynesia in the South Pacific. MART does not observe daylight saving time and is sometimes referred to as "Marquesas Islands Time." This half-hour offset makes it unique among Pacific time zones, supporting local administration and community life on these islands.

Importance and Global Use of MART

Marquesas Time (MART) is crucial for organizing local government, education, and traditional activities in the Marquesas Islands. Its stable half-hour offset allows residents to align daily schedules with their natural daylight patterns, supporting cultural events, transportation, and regional services without confusion.

Globally, MART has minimal influence outside the Marquesas but plays a role in coordinating shipping, occasional air services, and communications with Tahiti and other parts of French Polynesia. The unique UTC−9:30 offset helps preserve regional identity and supports smooth connections within the broader Pacific community.

Where and When MART is used worldwide