Malta Airport traffic for May just 18% below 2019 levels

Jun 13 2022

A statement by the Malta International Airport revealed that signs of a comeback are more evident now as the traffic for May became the second consecutive month to surpass half a million passengers.

The statement revealed that 554,820 passengers travelled through Malta International Airport last month, which is a recovery of 82.3% of pre-pandemic figures. The majority of countries which are directly connected to the airport have now completely removed their travel requirements coming from European or Schengen countries.

The traffic recovered with the recovery of seat capacity, which was at 81.2% of 2019 levels. 81.4% of the seats available on flights operated from and to MIA were occupied in May.

This marks an increase of 1.1% over 2019, with last month’s seat occupancy being the highest MIA has registered in the past two years. In terms of markets, Italy continued to remain in the lead, accounting for 121,120 passengers out of May’s total traffic.

The UK, France, Germany and Poland too retained their rankings from the previous month. Despite the recovery, the recovery of routes connecting the airport to its two core market – the UK and Germany – is still moving at a slow pace.

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Photo source: Rene Rossignaud

Fan falls off third floor during Harry Styles concert in Glasgow

Jun 13 2022

A Harry Styles fan fell from the top tier of Glasgow’s Ibrox Stadium during the singer’s first gig of his latest world tour last Saturday, June 11th.

The 28-year-old pop star was performing his encore at the Rangers football club to a massive crowd of 50,000 fans when the incident happened.

Police Scotland said in a statement that the officers were made aware of a man falling from a club deck at a premises on Edmiston Drive, Glasgow at around 10:15pm on Saturday. There were no suspicious circumstances, with the man seen to by medical staff.

The sold-out gig in Scotland is only the second time Styles has returned to the UK stage, following his one-night only gig in London on May 24th. The man was revealed to be alive and had avoided serious injuries.

Fans who witnessed the incident said that they were shocked and some were left traumatised. One fan said he had to run to the main door at street level to bring help.

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Woman hit by car in Zejtun hospitalised with serious injuries

Jun 13 2022

A 62-year-old woman was taken to hospital this morning at around 0715hrs after she was injured in a traffic accident in Triq Alfredo Cachia Zammit in Zejtun.

Preliminary investigations showed that the woman, a resident of Zejtun, was hit by a Toyota 4Runner which was being driven by a 57-year-old man resident of Marsaxlokk.

The woman was given assistance from a medical team and then escorted to Mater Dei Hospital. She was later certified as having suffered grievous injuries. Investigation are ongoing.

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5 essential products you break out when you know summer is coming

Jun 13 2022

The typically-Maltese shift in weather from gloomy grays to scorching sun is a surefire sign that summer is finally around the corner and as our wardrobe begins to change, so do our tools & appliances.

The advent of the summer season brings with it an arsenal of essentials we unknowingly incorporate into daily routines and without even acknowledging it, our mind has already accepted that our favourite season is finally with us. That said, here are 5 essential tools you break out when you know summer is coming:

Fans, fans, fans!

When its a bit too hot for cracking the window open but not hot enough to turn on the air conditioning, these trusty tools have stood the test of time. The mere sight of a fan is truly a sign that summer is coming and when you’re hit by that refreshing breeze for the first time, you are finally ready.

FBP offer a fine range of domestic and industrial air cooling units with brands like Venti, Evernal and Soffnet, with some of the best prices in the market.

Gas barbecues

Everyone’s favourite summer event. Few summer scents compare to the enchanting aroma of grilled Maltese sausages and vegetables on a scorching barbecue grill and if you’re looking for a quality barbecue unit which will serve you well for one season after the other, FBP is the place to go.

The trusty local supply brand offers a variety of Gusto Griglia gas barbecues which vary in price to accommodate any budget so rest assured that this summer, it’s BBQ season.

Portable Air Conditioner

The absolutely undeniable summer essential, in portable form. When you finally give in to the hat and one fan just isn’t enough to accommodate the entire squad, these small and compact portable air conditioners come in clutch. Their new generation self-evaporative technology and L-shaped evaporator make them the ultimate summer tool.

With units ranging in price and strength, if you’ve never tried the power and comfort of a portable air conditioning unit, now is probably the time.

Pressure washers

Whether it’s a car or a boat you own, cleanliness is key during the summer months. There’s nothing quite like the glossy shine of a clean vehicle under the Maltese summer sun and unfortunately, it’s rather difficult to maintain due to the constant wave of dust and air particles a result of Malta’s busy landscape.

Thankfully, FBP offer a range of Total Pressure Washers which are perfect for boat cleaning, car detailing and household service so whether you’re after a domestic or industrial washer, you should check out their range ASAP.

Hand dryers

Cleanliness should always be a priority, regardless of the season, but Malta’s summer weather means that you’ll be going out and socialising more often. With the increase in temperatures and higher-than-ever need to wash our hands, hand dryers are as important as ever.

You’ll find a hand dryer in almost every restaurant, cafeteria, business and public toilet in Malta & Gozo and if you’re a business owner and haven’t invested already, this is your sign to get in touch with FBP and get your business some high-quality equipment.

You’ll find these products and more at Firm B. Pullicino, a family run business established in 1985 which imports and distributes a comprehensive range of DIY materials, building apparatus and home improvement products at incredible prices.

But don’t take our word for it, check them out for yourself!

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