Air Malta has said that it has once again committed itself to support a national project which will be beneficial to the Maltese community. The national airline will be assisting in the restoration of valuable, old books and documents that are found at the National Library.
Air Malta will be donating one euro for every booking made online from Malta between today and 12th September 2010. These proceeds will go towards the renovation of thousands of books and documents that date back hundreds of years. Most of these books are of great value and unfortunately are not accessible to the public due to the decomposing condition they are in which was caused by environmental and natural elements.
During a press conference held at the National Library today to launch this venture Dolores Cristina, Minister of Education, Employment and the Family thanked Air Malta for its endeavour and support towards this important project. She also encouraged local organisations and companies to take part in these constructive projects which are beneficial to the general public.
Joe Cappello, Air Malta’s Chief Executive said, “It is Air Malta’s pleasure to embark on this project of national importance. The national airline was always been on the forefront in supporting local major projects and improving the social aspect of the Maltese public. Giving something back to society has always been part of our corporate philosophy.”
Air Malta said that this project coincides with the launch of the new Air Malta website with a more attractive look and easier navigation. The national airline continually strives to enhance and improve the services and functionality that it offers to its customers. Apart from the services that Air Malta was offering including web and mobile check-in as well as the ‘Manage My Booking’ facility,’ the new portal offers customers a new service provider for hotel accommodation and the facility to book airport transfers. Through the new portal, Air Malta’s customers can now purchase seats available on charter flights, thus the airline is making available more destinations. Another new facility in the pipeline is that customers can book the use of airport lounges in Malta and overseas.
The new Air Malta website also gives the opportunity to customers and the general public to contribute towards eco initiatives.