New Electric Cleaning Machine To Cut Mdina Street Cleaning Time By 60%

A new electric street washing machine has been introduced in Mdina, with the equipment expected to reduce cleaning time by around 60% while further improving cleanliness standards in the historic city.

The machine was provided to the Mdina Local Council by the Cleaning and Maintenance Division and is designed specifically for washing streets in urban areas where access can be more difficult. Its compact size makes it suitable for Mdina’s narrow and uneven streets, allowing cleaning operations to be carried out more efficiently.

The initiative was announced by Minister for Local Government and Public Works Alison Zerafa Civelli during a visit to Mdina, where the new equipment was presented. Director General of the Cleaning and Maintenance Division Jude Zammit and Mdina Mayor Peter Joseph Dei Conti Sant Manduca were also present during the visit.

The machine combines sweeping and street washing, supporting the cleaning efforts of a city that welcomes around 2.5 million visitors every year. It has a 210-litre water tank and can access areas beneath pavements, allowing for more focused cleaning in areas that require additional attention.

The equipment will be used following sweeping operations to remove remaining residues that may attract insects, particularly during the warmer months. It operates using electricity and can be used for between six and eight hours before needing to be recharged. The machine does not produce operational emissions and is quieter than conventional cleaning equipment, making it particularly suitable for Mdina, known as the Silent City.

Given the city’s historical importance, cleaning will continue to be carried out with particular care. The machine will be operated using appropriate pressure levels and by trained personnel, while sensitive areas such as corners, steps and other locations will continue to require manual cleaning.

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