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]]> Mon Dec 8 2008 The Malta Railway http://maltabuses.photos.gb.com/c1580981.html The Malta Railway stretched for just over seven miles from Valletta to M'dina [Museum]. Even though it closed down as long ago as 1931 it is surprising how much of it can still be traced in the present day by means of the various station buildings, viaducts and tunnels. It made a nice change having a 'day off' to see what was remaining of the railway The journey starts right next door to the Bus Station in Valletta. Thursday 18 September 2008: The Malta Railway stretched for just over seven miles from Valletta to M'dina [Museum]. Even though it closed down as long ago as 1931 it is surprising how much of it can still be traced in the present day by means of the various station buildings, viaducts and tunnels. It made a nice change having a 'day off' to see what was remaining of the railway The journey starts right next door to the Bus Station in Valletta.

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]]> Thu Sep 18 2008 Malta Historic Vehicle Trust http://maltabuses.photos.gb.com/c1571109.html The Malta Historic Vehicle Trust was established in February 2007 by means of statute by Mario Zammit, George Said, Malcolm Mifsud and Martin Galea with the objective to acquire, restore and exhibit to the public vehicles that have a historic and social significance to Malta in mind. The Trust, which is independent, was set up under the auspices of Fondazzjoni Wirt Artna (Malta Heritage Trust) with the objective of establishing a Museum which will celebrate over a century of Road Transport in Malta. Live Museum The Trust intends to create a live museum, with the majority of its exhibits being functional. This will allow visitors to experience the vehicles as they were when in use. Much has already been lost and the Trust hopes to secure the future of such vehicles for posterity. This will also enable the Trust to offer the following activities: 1. Representations of vehicles, through live exhibits, which populated Malta’s roads since the early twentieth century. The aim of the Trust is to create a unique museum that will celebrate the industrial, military and social development of the nation as far as road transport is concerned. Each restored vehicle would represent a vehicle that is historically connected with Malta. Typical examples of vehicles would be: * Government vehicles including transport and logistics vehicles, airfield servicing vehicles, military vehicles, fire engines, ambulances, and police vehicles. * Industrial vehicles including construction vehicles, delivery vans/trucks, and specialist vehicles (built/designed for a particular task). * Public Transport vehicles including buses, coaches and mini buses. 2. “Dream Rides” on board certain vintage vehicles for visitors. 3. Use of the exhibits for historical re-enactments and other public displays. 4. The promotion of certain skills such as vehicle restoration and mechanical engineering. The restoration and maintenance work required will demand a wide variety of skills, some of which are fast becoming redundant due to the developments in automotive technology. It is hoped that the Trust’s workshops will engender an interest in these skills as well as promote interest in the field of automotive engineering. 5. The creation of proper archives, which will document the history of the exhibits themselves as well as Malta’s transport history. 6. To generate fund raising for the Museum through the promotion of its exhibits for use in films and other features being shot in Malta. A number of key vehicles have already been acquired or earmarked for restoration Similar ones can be seen in the attached photographs. These require intensive restoration work. Some sponsorship, financial and otherwise, has also been secured from the public and from the haulage and construction industries, all of which are extremely keen to assist with this project. A number of restored vehicles have also been promised to the Trust, once it has set itself up in its premises. The Trust has also secured a number of spare parts and tools that will be vital for the restoration of the Museum’s exhibits. A website, www.maltahistoricvehicles.com is also currently under construction and will be launched by the middle of May 2008. Premises The stage has now been reached were it is imperative for the Trust to acquire suitable premises to house its collection and workshops if it is to achieve its objectives. The readily restored vehicles promised to the Trust would enable the museum to start operating almost immediately. It is also hoped that suitable premises would entice private collectors to loan their vehicles for display in the museum, further adding to the size of the collection and exposing vehicles that are rarely, if ever seen by the general public. The Board of Trustees has identified a number of possible sites that the Government could consider leasing to the Trust as a possible site for the Museum: Ta’Qali (Former Southern Concrete site opposite Malta Aviation Museum). Pembroke (Former MT Sheds either near AFM Base or near former Helicopter Pad towards the White Rocks area). Qrendi (Former Second World War RAF Airfield Hangars on former Airfield base which could be restored as a historic site). Hal Far (Former RN Hangars either near CPD Headquarters or near Motherwell Bridge Factory). These sites are listed in order of preference. However, the Trust is naturally open to any suggestions that the Government may care to put forward. Mission Statement It is felt by the Trustees that an organization such as the Malta Historic Vehicle Trust, through its museum will have much to offer to Malta, both by way of education as well as by way of development and preservation of an important part of Malta’s cultural heritage. The establishment of this museum seems to be the obvious next step, especially when one considers the evident resurgence of interest in Malta’s industrial heritage. It will also serve to attract a different class of tourism to Malta. The Trust is confident that it will receive the full support of the Government of Malta in achieving its aims which, after all, will serve not only to safeguard another part of Malta’s vast and comprehensive heritage, but will also give another dimension to Malta’s tourism industry as a whole. MHVT Web Site: http://www.maltahistoricvehicles.com/ If the above link does not work try the one in the 'links box' on the rh side of the page. Sunday 31 August 2008: The Malta Historic Vehicle Trust was established in February 2007 by means of statute by Mario Zammit, George Said, Malcolm Mifsud and Martin Galea with the objective to acquire, restore and exhibit to the public vehicles that have a historic and social significance to Malta in mind. The Trust, which is independent, was set up under the auspices of Fondazzjoni Wirt Artna (Malta Heritage Trust) with the objective of establishing a Museum which will celebrate over a century of Road Transport in Malta. Live Museum The Trust intends to create a live museum, with the majority of its exhibits being functional. This will allow visitors to experience the vehicles as they were when in use. Much has already been lost and the Trust hopes to secure the future of such vehicles for posterity. This will also enable the Trust to offer the following activities: 1. Representations of vehicles, through live exhibits, which populated Malta_s roads since the early twentieth century. The aim of the Trust is to create a unique museum that will celebrate the industrial, military and social development of the nation as far as road transport is concerned. Each restored vehicle would represent a vehicle that is historically connected with Malta. Typical examples of vehicles would be: * Government vehicles including transport and logistics vehicles, airfield servicing vehicles, military vehicles, fire engines, ambulances, and police vehicles. * Industrial vehicles including construction vehicles, delivery vans/trucks, and specialist vehicles (built/designed for a particular task). * Public Transport vehicles including buses, coaches and mini buses. 2. _Dream Rides_ on board certain vintage vehicles for visitors. 3. Use of the exhibits for historical re-enactments and other public displays. 4. The promotion of certain skills such as vehicle restoration and mechanical engineering. The restoration and maintenance work required will demand a wide variety of skills, some of which are fast becoming redundant due to the developments in automotive technology. It is hoped that the Trust_s workshops will engender an interest in these skills as well as promote interest in the field of automotive engineering. 5. The creation of proper archives, which will document the history of the exhibits themselves as well as Malta_s transport history. 6. To generate fund raising for the Museum through the promotion of its exhibits for use in films and other features being shot in Malta. A number of key vehicles have already been acquired or earmarked for restoration Similar ones can be seen in the attached photographs. These require intensive restoration work. Some sponsorship, financial and otherwise, has also been secured from the public and from the haulage and construction industries, all of which are extremely keen to assist with this project. A number of restored vehicles have also been promised to the Trust, once it has set itself up in its premises. The Trust has also secured a number of spare parts and tools that will be vital for the restoration of the Museum_s exhibits. A website, www.maltahistoricvehicles.com is also currently under construction and will be launched by the middle of May 2008. Premises The stage has now been reached were it is imperative for the Trust to acquire suitable premises to house its collection and workshops if it is to achieve its objectives. The readily restored vehicles promised to the Trust would enable the museum to start operating almost immediately. It is also hoped that suitable premises would entice private collectors to loan their vehicles for display in the museum, further adding to the size of the collection and exposing vehicles that are rarely, if ever seen by the general public. The Board of Trustees has identified a number of possible sites that the Government could consider leasing to the Trust as a possible site for the Museum: Ta_Qali (Former Southern Concrete site opposite Malta Aviation Museum). Pembroke (Former MT Sheds either near AFM Base or near former Helicopter Pad towards the White Rocks area). Qrendi (Former Second World War RAF Airfield Hangars on former Airfield base which could be restored as a historic site). Hal Far (Former RN Hangars either near CPD Headquarters or near Motherwell Bridge Factory). These sites are listed in order of preference. However, the Trust is naturally open to any suggestions that the Government may care to put forward. Mission Statement It is felt by the Trustees that an organization such as the Malta Historic Vehicle Trust, through its museum will have much to offer to Malta, both by way of education as well as by way of development and preservation of an important part of Malta_s cultural heritage. The establishment of this museum seems to be the obvious next step, especially when one considers the evident resurgence of interest in Malta_s industrial heritage. It will also serve to attract a different class of tourism to Malta. The Trust is confident that it will receive the full support of the Government of Malta in achieving its aims which, after all, will serve not only to safeguard another part of Malta_s vast and comprehensive heritage, but will also give another dimension to Malta_s tourism industry as a whole. MHVT Web Site: http://www.maltahistoricvehicles.com/ If the above link does not work try the one in the 'links box' on the rh side of the page.

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]]> Sun Aug 31 2008 Interior Views http://maltabuses.photos.gb.com/c1568380.html Interior Views Tuesday 26 August 2008: Interior Views

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]]> Tue Aug 26 2008 The Models constructed by Bob Collier http://maltabuses.photos.gb.com/c1562493.html The Models constructed by Bob Collier Saturday 16 August 2008: The Models constructed by Bob Collier

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]]> Sat Aug 16 2008 Workshop Views d] John Galea 'Saqajn'at Xemxija http://maltabuses.photos.gb.com/c1557793.html Workshop Views d] John Galea 'Saqajn'at Xemxija Friday 8 August 2008: Workshop Views d] John Galea 'Saqajn'at Xemxija

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]]> Fri Aug 8 2008 Workshop Views c] "Scarnif" Francis Attard 'Kalakku' at Luqa http://maltabuses.photos.gb.com/c1557792.html Workshop Views c] "Scarnif" Francis Attard 'Kalakku' at Luqa Friday 8 August 2008: Workshop Views c] "Scarnif" Francis Attard 'Kalakku' at Luqa

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]]> Fri Aug 8 2008 Workshop Views b] Manuel Cutajar 'Zinnu' at Hal Farrug http://maltabuses.photos.gb.com/c1557790.html Workshop Views b] Manuel Cutajar 'Zinnu' at Hal Farrug Friday 8 August 2008: Workshop Views b] Manuel Cutajar 'Zinnu' at Hal Farrug

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]]> Fri Aug 8 2008 Workshop Views a] Manuel Cutajar 'Zinnu' at Kirkop http://maltabuses.photos.gb.com/c1557789.html Workshop Views a] Manuel Cutajar 'Zinnu' at Kirkop Thursday 7 August 2008: Workshop Views a] Manuel Cutajar 'Zinnu' at Kirkop

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]]> Thu Aug 7 2008 The Models constructed by Paul Mamo http://maltabuses.photos.gb.com/c1555377.html The Models constructed by Paul Mamo Sunday 3 August 2008: The Models constructed by Paul Mamo

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]]> Sun Aug 3 2008 Some Traditional Maltese Fronts http://maltabuses.photos.gb.com/c1555272.html Some Traditional Maltese Fronts Sunday 3 August 2008: Some Traditional Maltese Fronts

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]]> Sun Aug 3 2008 The new 'Community Buses?????' loading at Valletta Bus Station http://maltabuses.photos.gb.com/c1554691.html No this is not part of the new 'Community Bus' Fleet but the 2003 Carnival where the route buses and the carnival floats just pretend each other does not exist as they co-exist in the Bus Station with services running normally. If this was in the UK? Well all I can say is Elfan Safety lot eat your heart out!!!!!!! Saturday 2 August 2008: No this is not part of the new 'Community Bus' Fleet but the 2003 Carnival where the route buses and the carnival floats just pretend each other does not exist as they co-exist in the Bus Station with services running normally. If this was in the UK? Well all I can say is Elfan Safety lot eat your heart out!!!!!!!

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]]> Sat Aug 2 2008 Comparing 'Low Floor Bus' interiors http://maltabuses.photos.gb.com/c1551400.html Comparing 'Low Floor Bus' interiors Sunday 27 July 2008: Comparing 'Low Floor Bus' interiors

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]]> Sun Jul 27 2008 The Double Deckers http://maltabuses.photos.gb.com/c1548858.html The Double Deckers Tuesday 22 July 2008: The Double Deckers

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]]> Tue Jul 22 2008 500 - 549 http://maltabuses.photos.gb.com/c1548805.html 500 - 549 Tuesday 22 July 2008: 500 - 549

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]]> Tue Jul 22 2008 Pictures that do not belong to any other folder http://maltabuses.photos.gb.com/c1543269.html Pictures that do not belong to any other folder Saturday 12 July 2008: Pictures that do not belong to any other folder

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]]> Tue Jul 8 2008 Gozo http://maltabuses.photos.gb.com/c1538502.html Gozo Thursday 3 July 2008: Gozo

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]]> Thu Jul 3 2008 Unscheduled Buses http://maltabuses.photos.gb.com/c1535734.html Unscheduled Buses Saturday 28 June 2008: Unscheduled Buses

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