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maltatoday | SUNDAY • 4 FEBRUARY 2024 6 COMMERCIAL Atlas Insurance donation to SOS Malta in aid of children in Gaza ATLAS Insurance has this year reaffirmed its commitment to global well-being with a dona- tion to SOS Malta's overseas development aid initiative. The donation was presented by At- las Insurance CEO Matthew von Brockdorff to SOS Malta Founder Member and Board Administrator Claudia Taylor East. The funds donated by At- las Insurance will be passed on by SOS Malta to the interna- tional NGO Save The Children and will be dedicated to allevi- ating the hardships faced by the long-suffering children of Gaza, helping to provide them with much-needed relief and hope in this time of war. The dona- tion will specifically be used to finance play structures that cre- ate safe spaces in which children can engage in fun and educa- tional activities under the pro- fessional supervision of social workers as part of a psychosocial aid programme. Matthew von Brockdorff commented: "This donation reflects our deep concern for the well-being of those who are most vulnerable and our aware- ness that, in times of war, the impact on innocent lives is im- measurable. I am proud of Team Atlas for responding generously to this fund-raising initiative, in the spirit of our culture of com- passion and genuine desire to contribute to improve the lives of others in meaningful ways." The funds raised through the collective efforts of employees, combined with the company's contribution, resulted in the sum of €3,000 being handed over to SOS Malta. Whilst thanking Atlas Insur- ance, Claudia Taylor East on behalf of SOS Malta stated: "Amidst the chaos of war, let us be the architects of hope for the innocent children caught up in its crossfire. Together we can make a difference." SOS Malta is a Maltese NGO that works with local and inter- national voluntary organisations to aid people experiencing times of crisis and provide them with support services and opportuni- ties to implement development and change in their country. From left: Atlas Insurance CEO Matthew von Brockdorff, SOS Malta Founder Member and Board Administrator Claudia Taylor East and Atlas Insurance HR business partner Daniela Mariani. MaltaPublic Transport congratulates ALSA on celebrating 100 years in transport MALTA Public Transport con- gratulated ALSA on reaching the remarkable milestone of 100 years in the transport industry. ALSA, the leading transport company in Spain, and one of the leading transport operators in Europe, was founded by the Cosmen Family. "As we celebrate this occasion, we reflect on the positive part- nership between our two sister companies where we all work to- wards innovation and best prac- tices in transport and mobility," said Felipe Cosmen, chairman of Malta Public Transport. The Cosmen family played a crucial role in the growth and development of ALSA. Their in- volvement helped contribute to ALSA's expansion, both within Spain and internationally, trans- forming ALSA into one of the leading transportation compa- nies in Europe. Originally estab- lished a hundred years ago in Lu- arca, Asturias, the company has evolved into a global leader in the transport industry. From its humble beginnings, ALSA has grown to operate a fleet of 5,600 buses and employs over 16,000 dedicated professionals who serve more than 527 million pas- sengers annually across various countries worldwide. Through a steadfast commitment to qual- ity and innovation, ALSA has earned a reputation for reliabil- ity and efficiency in meeting the diverse needs of travellers. With such a strong connec- tion between the two companies, Malta Public Transport benefits significantly from ALSA's rich expertise, innovation, and lead- ership in public transportation. The group's philosophy is to adapt its international experi- ence and success to the local context, including Malta. Reflecting on this milestone, Konrad Pulè, General Manager of Malta Public Transport, stat- ed, "Being part of such a histor- ical and international group of companies provides Malta Pub- lic Transport with invaluable expertise and innovative best practices in the public transport sector." Spain's King Felipe VI, Spanish Minister of Transport, Óscar Puente, together with Alsa's Jorge and Jacobo Cosmen and various staff members during the hundred-year celebration of the company