LA VALLETTA (MALTA) (MNA/ITALPRESS) – The skies over Malta lit up like never before on Wednesday night, as the nation marked the 21st anniversary of its European Union membership with a jaw-dropping display that has made history across the continent. In a first for Europe, 550 drones equipped with fireworks took flight in a breathtaking fusion of technology and tradition, bringing the Malta International Fireworks Festival to a triumphant close.
The record-breaking event left thousands in awe as synchronized drones painted the night sky with explosive bursts of colour and choreography, creating a spectacle never before seen on European soil. The historic display wasn’t just a celebration it was a milestone. Transport Malta’s Civil Aviation Directorate proudly announced that Malta is officially the first European country to authorize the launch of fireworks from drones, setting a precedent for future aerial spectacles across the continent.
“Malta continues to lead in innovation and creativity,” said a spokesperson from the Directorate, noting their ongoing collaboration with the European Union Aviation Safety Agency to pioneer new concepts like pyrotechnic-equipped drone swarms. The mastermind behind the dazzling show was Pyroemotions, a Maltese-registered pyrotechnics company making waves across Europe. Known for pushing the boundaries of aerial entertainment, Pyroemotions has recently staged similar shows in Italy and Sicily, and is set to ignite the skies in Montenegro and other parts of Europe soon.
As the final embers faded from Malta’s night sky, one thing was clear ù the small island nation had just made a big mark on Europe’s technological and cultural map.
– photo The International Fireworks Festival in Malta –
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