Scouting for film locations in Malta has become easier thanks to a partnership between Malta International Airport and The Malta Film Commission.

MIA said that directors and producers will now be driven from one location to the next in a BMW X5, financed by the airport.

"Our aim is to help the Malta Film Commission continue to attract the best productions to the island. As we seek to build the success of Malta as a multi-faceted destination, it is crucial that we collaborate closely with our stakeholders, including the film industry, which has already proven its potential to help boost tourism," said MIA CEO, Alan Borg.

Film Commissioner Engelbert Grech said,"it is very encouraging to see major companies like Malta International Airport believe in the potential of the film industry. Malta is being promoted all over the world through its prominence in blockbusters, which in turn is boosting various other industries, most notably tourism."

During the past 90 years, Malta's diverse landscape and vibrant colours have caught the imagination of famed film producers, earning the island a reputation as the "Hollywood of the Mediterranean." Prominent directors, including Kevin Reynolds and Ridley Scott, have praised Malta's versatility and ability to stand in for almost any country, in any time period.

MIA said that, with the growing portfolio of international productions and locations used for filming, this niche tourism sector is expected to gain ground and bring added benefits to the local economy.

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