KM Malta Airlines has been ranked fourth in the Best Regional Airlines in Europe category at the prestigious Skytrax World Airline Awards 2025, held alongside this year’s Paris Air Show.

This accolade marks the first international recognition for Malta’s national carrier since it commenced operations on 31st March 2024, achieving this milestone just 15 months into service.

Established in 1999, the Skytrax Awards are regarded as the world’s largest annual airline passenger satisfaction survey, collecting feedback from travellers of over 100 nationalities.

The awards cover a wide range of categories, including World’s Best Airline, Best Cabin Crew, Most Improved Airline, and Best Low-Cost Airline, among others.

In the regional category for Europe, Aegean Airlines secured the top spot, followed by Air Dolomiti and Air Serbia, with KM Malta Airlines proudly placing fourth.

David Curmi, Executive Chairman of KM Malta Airlines, expressed his pride at the achievement, “To receive this recognition just 15 months after launching operations is a tremendous honour. It is a clear reflection of the hard work, dedication, and passion of our entire team. The Skytrax Awards are the most respected in our industry, based entirely on independent passenger feedback. Being ranked among Europe’s top regional airlines those operating mainly short- to medium haul routes means the world to us.”

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Preparations are underway for the introduction of panic alarms for victims of domestic violence deemed to be at ‘extreme danger’ following a formal risk assessment. The initiative is expected to be implemented by July.

The panic alarm is a small, portable device that allows victims to discreetly alert the authorities in emergency situations especially when calling emergency services is not possible.

Speaking during an information session held at the Domestic Violence Hub in Santa Luċija, Minister for Home Affairs, Security and Labour, Byron Camilleri said, “In November 2020, we established the first specialised police unit for domestic violence victims, and in April 2021, we launched the Victim Support Agency. These efforts, along with the Hub’s multidisciplinary approach, have helped Malta achieve the highest rate of gender-based violence reporting.We are now taking the next step by offering panic alarms to those most at risk, ensuring help can be reached even in the most critical situations.”

The panic alarm initiative is being implemented by the Victim Support Agency and is also included as a measure in the 2025 national budget. It was developed in collaboration with the Police Force, the Foundation for Social Welfare Services (FSWS), and co-financed by LESA.

Parliamentary Secretary Rebecca Buttigieg also addressed the session, stating, “Domestic violence exists in every society. As a government, we must tackle it seriously and structurally. While a completely violence-free society may not be immediately achievable, we must continue to provide victims with real tools for protection.”

Also present were Brian Farrugia, CEO of the Victim Support Agency, Alfred Grixti, CEO of FSWS, and Superintendent Sylvana Gafà.

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