A permanent route which will significantly improve the service for Gozitan University students travelling to the main campus of the University of Malta has been reintroduced.
This arose from extensive discussions with the Gozitan University Group (GUG) and a strong need to address the transportation issues that Gozitan students face, the Government said.
Minister for Transport, Infrastructure and Capital Projects Aaron Farrugia, and Minister for Gozo Clint Camilleri, announced the reintroduction of the route.
Discussions with the Gozo University Group (GUG) had revealed a number of issues affecting existing transportation options, resulting in the return of this direct route between Cirkewwa and University.
This route will utilise bypasses such as the Mellieha and St. Paul’s Bay bypass, with only two stops along the way guaranteeing the fastest possible service.
The Government will be investing over €210,000 annually to provide this service, it said.
The express bus route will provide all Gozitan students with more convenience, shorter travel times, and greater accessibility.
Minister Aaron Farrugia reiterated the government’s commitment to continue to incentivise and encourage more people to use alternative means of transport.
He explained how through this route a significant number of cars will be reduced from the roads because students were offered a practical alternative.
“This X300 route offers exactly this as it will be reducing a number of extra stops for Gozitan university students.
Minister Clint Camilleri stated “As a government, we are investing in order to once again offer the direct X300 service from Cirkewwa to University and back.”
Gozo University Group President President, Christine Sultana stated that GUG has maintained a consistent focus on addressing transportation issues faced by fellow students.
Their recent efforts have been particularly dedicated to the revival of the X300 route, with a specific emphasis on accommodating daily commuters.
She continued that this launch is a step in the right direction, and GUG is committed to continue working towards the enhancement of transportation infrastructure to better accommodate Gozitan student’s lives in Malta.
“GUG has been and will continue to be an organisation by the students, for the students,” concluded Christine Sultana.