Extension Work On 2 Grand Harbour Piers In Advanced Stage

Feb 15 2024

Chris Bonett, the Minister for Transport, Infrastructure, and Public Works, recently inspected the ongoing extension project of two quays at the Grand Harbor, noting its commendable progress. Once completed, the merging of works at the Pinto 4/5 and Lascaris locations will create a unified quay spanning approximately 350 meters.

During his visit, Minister Bonett received a comprehensive briefing on the project from Infrastructure Malta’s CEO, Ivan Falzon, alongside the responsible engineers and officials.

This initiative, spearheaded by Infrastructure Malta, aims to establish the necessary infrastructure to accommodate cruise liners without requiring anchorage. With an investment totaling around €25 million, supported by European funding, the construction of these quays is underway.

Minister Bonett stressed the significance of these endeavors in the government’s collaborative efforts to enhance infrastructure tailored for the specialized tourism sector of cruise liners. In 2023, Malta witnessed a substantial increase, around 65%, in cruise liner passenger movements, compared to the preceding year, showcasing favorable growth compared to the record-setting year of 2019.

“Malta’s notable achievements in the tourism sector necessitate strengthening infrastructure to meet the demands of the cruise liner industry, while reinforcing our commitment to revitalizing the Grand Harbor surroundings,” Minister Bonett affirmed.

The extension of the quays, situated behind Customs towards the Valletta Waterfront, will accommodate large vessels without anchorage requirements, maintaining boarding and disembarkation procedures akin to current arrangements.

This intricate project highlights the involvement of professional engineering, orchestrating the installation of substantial structures serving as fundamental components of additional vital infrastructure. Executed at an average depth of about twenty meters, the integration of concrete structures with existing infrastructure signifies a meticulous approach to construction.

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Over 47,000 Crossed To Gozo For Carnival Weekender

Feb 15 2024

According to Times of Malta, last week, over 47,000 individuals journeyed to Gozo for the carnival weekend, as disclosed by the Gozo ministry’s data.

From Wednesday to Sunday, Gozo Channel facilitated the transit of nearly 15,700 vehicles and approximately 42,500 passengers from Ċirkewwa to Mġarr.

Throughout that weekend, the four ferries traversed the channel over 500 times. The highlight of Gozo during the weekend was the spontaneous carnival in Nadur, drawing significant attention.

From Thursday to Sunday, an additional 4,800 travelers opted for the fast ferry from Valletta’s Grand Harbour to Gozo. Sunday emerged as the peak day for Gozo Channel, accommodating almost 5,000 vehicles and over 14,000 passengers returning from Gozo to Malta.

Comparatively, this year’s channel traffic mirrored previous years’ patterns, with a slight decline in passenger numbers traveling to Gozo, contrasting with last year’s figures where almost 48,000 passengers transited via Ċirkewwa alone.

In Nadur, thousands of individuals paraded around the main square and adjacent streets adorned in diverse costumes, with many of them earning social media attention for their ingenuity and even social commentary.

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Don’t Get Your Heart Broken On Valentine’s Day – Marigold Foundation

Feb 15 2024

For the third year running and on its 10th Anniversary on Saint Valentine’s Day, The Marigold Foundation embarked on an educational campaign on prevention and heart health.

This year’s Cardiac Awareness Campaign aims to educate the general public about the difference between a heart attack and a heart failure. This was said by Mr. Robert Xuereb, Chairman and Consultant at the Cardiology Department and Honorary Member of the Board of The Marigold Foundation who emphasized the importance of taking care of our heart’s health as well as being attentive to symptoms that can help us to notice at the right time and what we can do as a treatment.

Michelle Muscat Founder and Chair of The Marigold Foundation said that on this particular day when the Foundation is celebrating its 10th Anniversary since its founding, the pillars of The Marigold Foundation that of health, social and education, remain as its fulcrum and are all being addressed in this campaign.

Michelle Muscat said that The Marigold Foundation believes in the advancement of every citizen in this country and in improving everyone’s life through knowledge, education and support services so that it is ensured that the Sustainable Development Goals supported by the United Nations are met through the hard work of voluntary organizations such as The Marigold Foundation.

Addressing this occasion was Dr. Alice May Moore, Cardiology Resident Specialist, lead in Cardio-Oncology and Sheldon Attard and Janet Caruana – Heart Failure Nurses, who spoke in more detail about the symptoms of a heart failure and what one can do to be healthier and prevent it.

Spread throughout the day along Republic Street, this year’s edition was animated by impromtu music and dancing with the general public by Yada Dance Company, Swing Island Malta and Saxaphonist Daniel Plata. Dancing and Red apples were offered to passers by encouraging healthy eating and lifestyle habits.

The campaign is organised by The Marigold Foundation in collaboration with the Cardiac Unit at Mater Dei Hospital and with the support of the Archeology Museum, Teatru Cafe.

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Moulin Rouge Musical Cast Shout Out Maltese Talent

Feb 15 2024

Ahead of the beginning of the Brillanti Musicals Quarter Finals, the cast of Moulin Rouge The Musical gave a shout out to the local talent competing for a spot in the semifinals tonight!

The Moulin Rouge is a well known musical based on the 2001 film of the same name by Bay Luhrmann.

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This is yet another instance of support for Maltese talent by renowned musical giants in the industry as the Maltese talent show strikes a chord with international audiences for its professionalism and talent-spotlighting.

The quarter finals kick off today at 8:30pm on ONE as contestants start to inch their way closer to the title of Brillanti. But there’s still a long way to go, and it’s all about to get more intense from here on out.

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