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title: "Works on 7.2-Kilometre Cable Upgrade in Gżira and Sliema to Begin"
date: 2026-11-04T04:59:52.11+00:00
updated: 2026-11-04T04:59:52.11+00:00
topics: ["Transport", "National", "Local"]
canonical: https://filqosor.com/article/2026-11-04/works-7km-cable-upgrade-gzira-sliema-to-begin
source: Fil-Qosor
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# Works on 7.2-Kilometre Cable Upgrade in Gżira and Sliema to Begin

## In brief

- Work to install 7.2 kilometres of new electricity cables in Gżira and Sliema begins on Thursday.
- The project is intended to reinforce and modernise the electricity distribution network.
- Motorists have been warned to anticipate traffic congestion in the surrounding areas.

Work to lay 7.2 kilometres of new underground electricity cables across Gżira and Sliema is scheduled to begin on Thursday as part of an initiative to upgrade the local power network.

The project focuses on reinforcing the electricity distribution system across both coastal localities, where demand has grown substantially in recent years.

Authorities indicated that the installation of the new high-capacity cables aims to enhance the stability of the grid and minimise power supply disruptions.

The extensive trenching and cable installation works will affect several routes connecting Gżira and Sliema over the course of the project.

Drivers and public transport commuters have been advised to prepare for traffic congestion and potential delays, with authorities recommending alternative routes where possible.

The initiative forms part of broader planned infrastructure investments aimed at replacing older cabling and providing greater capacity for residential and commercial zones.

## The Spin Room

**Low media divide.** Both outlets covered the infrastructure project and the anticipated traffic delays consistently.

## Sources (2)

- [TVM News](https://tvmnews.mt/en/news/works-on-7-2-kilometres-of-new-cables-to-begin-tomorrow-to-upgrade-network-in-gzira-and-tas-sliema/ "Works on 7.2 kilometres of new cables to begin tomorrow to upgrade network in Gżira and Tas-Sliema")
- [The Malta Independent](https://www.independent.com.mt/articles/2026-11-03/local-news/7-2km-new-electricity-cables-to-strengthen-Gzira-Sliema-network-6736294320)

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