Spanish firm officially takes over Maltese Public Transport

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The Spanish Firm Autobuses de Leon took over public transport service in Malta officially.  The name Malta Public Transport, will however remain in use.

In the coming months, as the new buses are delivered, new routes will be introduced. The public transport will cover 3 million kilometers more each year. The routes are planned according to what people asked for, following widespread consultation through local councils, last year.

A total of 142 new buses will be introduced and until they are delivered, Autobuses de Leon will be hiring another 40.  The firm will employ drivers and new employees by the end of the year.