Over Half A Million Airport Movements In November 2023

Dec 12 2023

In November, Malta International Airport experienced a notable surge in passenger movements, recording 528,923 travellers, marking a substantial 7.2% rise compared to the figures observed in 2019.

The zenith of November’s air traffic occurred during the mid-term school holidays, where a remarkable 25,000 passengers transited through the airport in a single day.

This upswing was underscored by robust demand, reflecting in a commendable seat load factor (SLF) of nearly 85%, surpassing the 2019 levels by 6.8%. Italy, the United Kingdom, and Germany maintained their dominance on the airport’s market leaderboard.

Conversely, France ceded its position to Poland, marking a resurgent presence among the top five contributors to passenger traffic after a seven-month hiatus.

The Polish market demonstrated significant traction, with 92% of available seats on flights between seven Polish destinations and Malta being occupied, signifying a robust demand for travel to this region.

This heightened SLF, coupled with increased flight frequency, propelled a remarkable 120% surge in passenger traffic between Malta and Poland compared to 2019.

Despite Germany’s traffic not fully recovering to 2019 levels, its November SLF of 90% indicated a strong resurgence in demand for air travel.

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Malta Police Force Spreads Festive Cheer through Blood Donation Initiative

Dec 11 2023

In the true spirit of the season, the Malta Police Force has taken a heartwarming initiative to give back to the community.

This festive season, the Malta Police Force recruits have united for a cause that resonates with the spirit of giving. In collaboration with Blood Donation Malta – NBTS, the recruits volunteered to donate blood, emphasising the importance of community engagement and the role that law enforcement can play in fostering a sense of unity and compassion.

Simultaneously, the Department of Blood Donation Malta continues its tireless efforts to encourage more people to donate blood not only during the Christmas season but throughout the entire year.

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Molly-Mae was spotted at the Maltese-owned Corinthia in London

Dec 11 2023

In the heart of London’s festive buzz, Molly-Mae Hague, the Love Island star and influencer, chose Corinthia—a luxurious, Maltese-owned hotel—as her holiday escape.

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Molly-Mae Hague is an English social media influencer. She rose to fame on Love Island in 2019, securing the second-place position alongside her now long-term boyfriend, Tommy Fury, who is the brother of the legendary boxer Tyson Fury. The pair is now engaged, with Tommy popping the question six months after welcoming their baby girl, Bambi.

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Molly-Mae’s “Slow Sunday” at Corinthia unveils a glimpse of opulence at this Maltese-owned haven. Founded in 1962 by the Pisani family of Malta, Corinthia has evolved into a global symbol of sophistication. From its roots as a restaurant in 1968 to the legendary Corinthia Palace in Attard, Malta, the brand now extends its legacy to some of the world’s most iconic cities, including London.

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51 years ago humans made their final visit to the moon

Dec 11 2023

Today, December 11, 2023, marks a significant milestone in space exploration history, as it has been precisely 51 years since humans last set foot on the moon.

On this day in 1972, the Apollo 17 mission concluded, marking the sixth and final lunar landing of NASA’s Apollo program. The historic voyage left an indelible mark on the annals of space exploration, bringing a temporary halt to human lunar exploration.

Apollo 17 was the culmination of a remarkable era of space exploration that began with the iconic Apollo 11 mission in 1969, where humans first landed on the moon. Launched on December 7, 1972, with astronauts Eugene Cernan, Harrison Schmitt, and Ronald Evans aboard, Apollo 17 aimed to push the boundaries of scientific discovery and lunar exploration.

Apollo 17 stands out not only for being the last lunar mission but also for the scientific accomplishments it achieved. The astronauts conducted extensive geological surveys, collecting rock and soil samples that provided valuable insights into the moon’s composition and history. The mission also deployed the Lunar Roving Vehicle, allowing astronauts to explore larger areas of the lunar surface.

On December 11, 1972, Eugene Cernan, the mission commander, became the last human to leave footprints on the lunar soil. His words, “We leave as we came, and, God willing, as we shall return, with peace and hope for all mankind,” echoed the bittersweet reality of the concluding chapter of human lunar exploration.

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Eugene Cernan, the last man to walk on the moon, died Monday, Jan. 16, surrounded by his family.

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