The Malta National Electromobility Platform within Transport Malta is organising a number of initiatives and activities to mark the European Mobility Week which is held between the 16th and the 22nd September.

The theme for this year's edition is "Smart Mobility. Strong Economy." The theme reflects the close ties between transport and economics. Smart planning and transport will save money and support economic growth.

In Gozo, the San Lawrenz Local Council is organising the second edition of.- Swejjaq, as part of the European Mobility Week activities, taking place this Sunday, the 18th of September, will a range of activities, details can be seen here.

Gharb Local Council is celebrating World Car Free Day next Sunday, the 22d of September,and is organising activities to raise awareness on the impact of cars on our lives, the economy and the environment.

There will be Folk Entertainment, Cultural Tours, Segway Tours, BMX Show and Competition, Bikes for Free Use, Self Testing Electric Cars and a Show, to name but a few. There is also the chance to win an Electric Bike.

The activities in Gharb will be centred around Pjazza Zjara tal-Madonna, which will be closed for traffic.

National Car Free Day on 18 September – Malta

The National Car Free Day will be held on Sunday 18th September. It is an opportunity for citizens to try alternative means of transport including public transport, the harbour ferry services, cycling and walking. Valletta Ferry Services are offering a fare reduction for the day.

Various events will be held during this day, including a Triathlon Competition, an exhibition of projects prepared by the students of SkolaSajf, road races and activities for children. More details are available on www.electromobility.gov.mt

Traffic Management: St. Anne Street Floriana will be closed to traffic between 08:00hrs and 17:00hrs. Traffic towards Floriana and Valletta will be diverted onto Triq Sarria. Outward traffic from Valletta will be diverted onto Triq il-Kapuccini and/or Cruxific Hill. Parking in Triq il-Kapuccini c/w Telgha tal-Kurcifiss and c/w Pjazza E.S. Tonna will not be allowed.

Third National Bicycle Ride on 21 September

The third edition of the National Bicycle Ride will be organised on the 21st of September, Independence Day. Registration for this activity is free of charge and will open on the same day at 08:00hrs at the parking area in front of the Ministry for Transport and Infrastructure. The Ride will start from this point at 08:30hrs and will finish at about 11:30hrs at the same place. The riders will be accompanied by a number of electric vehicles provided by Transport Malta. Participants will be given a free t-shirt. Four of the participants will have the opportunity to get a financial grant to purchase an electric bicycle.

World Car Free Day on 22 September

Valletta Local Council and Transport Malta promotes the concept of car pooling. On the day, only vehicles with a minimum of two passengers and the driver will be allowed to enter the CVA area. This does not apply for residents holding Valletta accessibility label, public transport, taxis and emergency services. The current arrangement for Delivery Service vehicles will remain.

On the day, access to inner Valletta will be restricted between 09:00hrs and 17:00hrs. More details are also available at the Valletta Local Council.

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