Duke & Duchess Of Edinburgh In Malta

Oct 9 2024

This week, the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh are visiting Malta to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the country’s independence.

On Tuesday, the Royal couple honoured Malta’s resilience during World War II by laying a wreath in Valletta Harbour, which had endured heavy bombardment by the Luftwaffe and Italian Air Force.

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In 1942, amidst these intense attacks, King George VI awarded the George Cross to the people of Malta for their bravery, perseverance, and loyalty.

During the visit, the Duke of Edinburgh also toured the newly established Maltese headquarters of The Duke of Edinburgh International Award.

There, he met with young participants engaged in activities as they work towards achieving their bronze, silver, and gold awards.

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Electricity Demand Increasing Year After Year In Malta

Oct 9 2024

Electricity demand in Malta continues to rise year after year, with peak consumption typically occurring in the summer months.

In 2023, Malta’s total electricity supply reached 2,918.0 GWh, a 1.3% increase compared to 2022.

This growing demand was met through a combination of power plant generation, net imports, and renewable energy sources. Power plants provided 67.8% of the electricity, imports accounted for 21.3%, and renewables contributed 10.9%.

Electricity production from power plants increased by 1.5%, reaching 2,026.0 GWh. Meanwhile, renewable energy, mostly generated from photovoltaic panels (97%), grew by 7.3%, totaling 318.6 GWh in 2023.

The interconnector supplied an additional 648.4 GWh, marking a slight increase of 0.3% from the previous year.

The hottest months of July and August saw the highest electricity demand, with July peaking at 334.7 GWh and August at 303.4 GWh.

These months also recorded the highest energy consumption levels, with July registering a peak demand of 663 MW and August following with 561 MW. Despite the increased summer peaks, the average annual demand decreased by 5.9%, settling at 446 MW.

Greenhouse gas emissions from fuel combustion in power plants also rose slightly, increasing by 0.5% compared to 2022.

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1st Maltese Completes US Marine Corps Martial Arts Instructor Program

Oct 9 2024

Gunner Diacono Gail, who is currently serving in C Company 1 Regiment of the Armed Forces of Malta, has made history as the first Maltese student to attend and successfully complete the United States Marine Corps Martial Arts Instructor Trainer Program.

She has managed to earn the 1st Degree Black Belt Instructor certification in Quantico, Virginia.

Gail is a local professional boxer who has extensive experience competing in international competitions.

Back in November 2023, she even qualified for the IBA Under 22 European Championship finals in Armenia.

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Duke & Duchess Of Edinburgh Lay Wreaths In Grand Harbour

Oct 9 2024

Yesterday, Tuesday 8th October, the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, along with the Minister for Home Affairs, Security, and Employment, boarded an Armed Forces of Malta Inshore Patrol Vessel for a Wreath Laying Ceremony in the Grand Harbour.

The ceremony included a memorial service held aboard the P22 vessel near Villa Bighi.

Following the ceremony, a reception took place at the Malta Maritime Museum, where Armed Forces of Malta officers who had received training in the United Kingdom were present to welcome the Duke and Duchess.

During the event, Brigadier Clinton O’Neill, Commander of the Armed Forces of Malta, presented the Duke of Edinburgh with a token to commemorate their visit to Malta.

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