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8 May 2013

Today’s news in the papers DI-VE.COM

Vodafone sponsor equipment for Arka Foundation – Vodafone CSR Direct Vodafone employees donate €3600 to MCCF – Vodafone CSR Direct

Richard England launching exhibition at BOV – BOV Direct

Gozo News

Vodafone Malta works hand in hand with Arka Foundation – Vodafone CSR Direct

H2 Channel to launch on GO TV and GO Interactive TV – GO Direct

Maltastar

HSBC Malta extends its support for National Council of Women – HSBC Direct

Times of Malta

Vodafone stocks new Samsung Galaxy S4 – Vodafone Direct

Vodafone staff make donation to MCCF – Vodafone CSR Direct

Vodafone Open Day – Vodafone Direct

GO’s latest proposition offers new privileges – GO Direct

GO reports dip in profitability, focuses on cutting its costs – GO Direct

The Malta Independent

Vodafone Malta Foundation works hand in hand with Arka Foundation – Vodafone CSR Direct

iNewsmalta

GO plc bi qligħ ta’ €26.5 miljun – GO Direct

Vodafone in the news

CLIENT: VODAFONE CSR DIRECT MEDIUM: DI-VE.COM DATE: 6 MAY 2013

Vodafone sponsor equipment for Arka Foundation Article By: di-ve.com news

The Vodafone Malta Foundation has recently worked hand in hand with the Arka Foundation and

sponsored new medical equipment for their residents and clients. This equipment will help the Arka

Foundation residents live a better life, and it will help the Foundation since it requires constant financing

to maintain its on-going project.

“This project is yet another initiative by the Vodafone Malta Foundation whose main aim is to support

the community in which we work,” said Chairperson of the Vodafone Foundation Gemma Mifsud

Bonnici. “The Foundation is proud to be instrumental in the realisation of this project, seeking always to

give something back to the community and making people’s lives just that little bit better.”

The Arka Foundation in Gozo is an organisation which has been caring for persons with special needs

for the past 12 years. Over the years, it has provided various services to a large number of disabled

people and their families. Originally, when Dar Arka was inaugurated, the main purpose was to deliver a

respite service.

With huge investment, through several projects sponsored by the Vodafone Malta Foundation, Arka

Foundation now offers other therapeutic facilities not just for those living at Dar Arka, but even for

those who need to make use of specialised equipment such as the Multi Sensor Studio, the Gym, the

Darkroom and the Playing Field. The new equipment, sponsored by the Vodafone Malta Foundation,

including crutches, walking frames, wheel chairs and ripple mattresses are not only used at Dar Arka but

can also be loaned to those people who develop a temporary disability or to those who cannot afford to

buy the necessary equipment.

“We have always found the support of Vodafone Malta Foundation in the projects that we have

previously embarked on,” said Director of the Arka Foundation Manwel Curmi,. “Recently we have

decided to collaborate on another project, that of buying new specialised equipment for people in need

and I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Foundation for supporting us along the years.”

CLIENT: VODAFONE CSR DIRECT MEDIUM: DI-VE.COM DATE: 6 MAY 2013

Vodafone employees donate €3600 to MCCF Article By: di-ve.com news

€3,600 were donated to the Malta Community Chest Fund by Vodafone Malta employees as part of the Employee Charity Scheme for this

year. The cheque was presented by Vodafone CEO Balesh Sharma to Ms Margaret Abela during a visit to Vodafone’s offices at SkyParks Business Centre.

“Our commitment to the community underlies the core values and principles of Vodafone Malta and all our team members,” said Balesh

Sharma. “Through our annual Employee Charity Contribution scheme our employees are helping different charities to continue with their sterling work in the Maltese community.”

“The Malta Community Chest Fund is one of the most loved charitable organisations on our islands and

our donation shows the need for continuos support for their exceptional work carried out throughout the

year,” Mr Sharma continued.

Meanwhile Ms Abela praised Vodafone for its donations nad held that to value and help people in need is a true value.. “Vodafone’s

contribution will help us with our varius projects, providing funds for the relief of poverty, famine, sickness, disability and any other needs to individauls, communities, institutions or organisations alike,” she continued.

CLIENT: VODAFONE CSR DIRECT MEDIUM: DI-VE.COM DATE: 6 MAY 2013

The Malta Community Chest Fund is one of three charities to whom Vodafone are donating money from

the Employee Charity Scheme funds for this year and this is just a part of the total sum collected from

employees through a monthly donation taken directly from their salary.

The Malta Community Chest Fund is a charitable institution chaired by The President of Malta to help

philanthropic institutions and more importantly individuals with different needs.

CLIENT: VODAFONE CSR DIRECT MEDIUM: GOZONEWS.COM DATE: 6 MAY 2013

Vodafone Malta works hand in hand with Arka Foundation

Posted By Gozo News On May 6, 2013 @ 12:59 pm In Gozo News | No Comments

The Vodafone Malta Foundation has recently worked hand in hand with the Arka Foundation and sponsored much needed new medical equipment for their residents and clients. This equipment will help the Arka Foundation residents live a better life, and it will releiving the Foundation since it requires constant financing to maintain its ongoing project.

“This project is yet another initiative by the Vodafone Malta Foundation whose main aim is to support the community in which we work,” said Gemma Mifsud Bonnici, Chairperson of the Vodafone Foundation. “The Foundation is proud to be instrumental in the realisation of this project, seeking always to give something back to the community and making people’s lives just that little bit better.”

The Arka Foundation in Gozo is an organisation which has been caring for persons with special needs for the

past 12 years. Over the years, it has provided various services to a large number of disabled people and their families. Originally, when Dar Arka was inaugurated, the main purpose was to deliver a respite service.

With huge investment, through several projects sponsored by the Vodafone Malta Foundation, Arka Foundation now offers other therapeutic facilities not just for those living at Dar Arka, but even for those who need to make use of specialised equipment such as the Multi Sensor Studio, the Gym, the Darkroom and the Playing Field.

The new equipment, sponsored by the Vodafone Malta Foundation, including crutches, walking frames, wheel chairs and ripple mattresses are not only used at Dar Arka but can also be loaned to those people who develop a temporary disability or to those who cannot afford to buy the necessary equipment.

“We have always found the support of Vodafone Malta Foundation in the projects that we have previously embarked on,” said Dun Manwel Curmi, Director of the Arka Foundation. “Recently we have decided to collaborate on another project, that of buying new specialised equipment for people in need and I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Foundation for supporting us along the years.”

CLIENT: VODAFONE DIRECT MEDIUM: TIMESOFMALTA.COM DATE: 2 MAY 2013

Thursday, May 2, 2013

Vodafone stocks new Samsung Galaxy S4

The new Samsung Galaxy S4 comes with a range of innovative features.

Vodafone Malta has introduced the new Samsung Galaxy S4, the most sought-after Android phone, and is making it available with discounts on the new Red plans.

The smartphone features a 1.9 GHz Quad core processor with a five-inch Super Amoled 1080p screen and the Android 4.2.2 ‘Jelly Bean’ operating system. It comes with a range of innovative features, including an improved dual 13-megapixel camera and new software features such as response to waves and gestures.

The Samsung Galaxy S4 is designed to simplify everyday tasks: it allows users to take calls, preview e-mails and control videos without even touching the phone.

“This truly is a phone that makes our lives richer, simpler and more fun,” Vodafone Malta senior executive Karl Galea said.

The phone is available in black and white. Information is available on 247 or 9999 9247 or at www.vodafone.com.mt/phones.

CLIENT: VODAFONE CSR DIRECT MEDIUM: TIMESOFMALTA.COM DATE: 5 MAY 2013

Sunday, May 5, 2013

Vodafone staff make donation to MCCF

Vodafone Malta chief executive Balesh Sharma shows Margaret Abela a plaque signed by President George Abela during the

inauguration of Vodafone’s new offices at Skyparks Business Centre some weeks ago.

Vodafone Malta presented Margaret Abela, the President’s wife, with a donation of €3,600 towards the Malta Community Chest Fund at its offices at Skyparks in Gudja.

The donation was made by Vodafone’s Employee Charity Scheme. The Malta Community Chest Fund is one of three charities to which Vodafone is pledging donations from the scheme this year.

This particular donation was a part of the total sum collected from employees through a monthly donation from their salary.

The MCCF is a charity chaired by the President to help philanthropic institutions and vulnerable people.

“Our commitment to the community underlies the core values and principles of Vodafone Malta and all our team members,” chief executive Balesh Sharma said. “Through our annual Employee Charity Contribution scheme, our employees are helping charities to continue with their sterling work in the Maltese community.”

CLIENT: VODAFONE DIRECT MEDIUM: TIMESOFMALTA.COM DATE: 5 MAY 2013

Vodafone Open Day

From left: Martin Gatt, Marisa Gatt and Connie Gatt.

CLIENT: VODAFONE CSR DIRECT MEDIUM: INDEPENDENT.COM.MT DATE: 6 MAY 2013

Vodafone Malta Foundation works hand in hand with Arka Foundation

Monday, 06 May 2013, 18:46

The Vodafone Malta Foundation has recently worked hand in hand with the Arka Foundation and sponsored much needed new medical equipment for their residents and clients. This equipment will help the Arka Foundation residents live a better life, and it will releiving the Foundation since it requires constant financing to maintain its ongoing project.“This project is yet another initiative by the Vodafone Malta Foundation whose main aim is to support the community in which we work,” said Gemma Mifsud Bonnici, Chairperson of the Vodafone Foundation. “The Foundation is proud to be intrumental in the realisation of this project, seeking always to give something back to the community and making people’s lives just that little bit better.”

The Arka Foundation in Gozo is an organisation which has been caring for persons with special needs for the past 12 years. Over the years, it has provided various services to a large number of disabled people and their families. Originally, when Dar Arka was inaugurated, the main purpose was to deliver a respite service. With huge investment, through several projects sponsored by the Vodafone Malta Foundation, Arka Foundation now offers other therapeutic facilities not just for those living at Dar Arka, but even for those who need to make use of specialised equipment such as the Multi Sensor Studio, the Gym, the Darkroom and the Playing Field. The new equipment, sponsored by the Vodafone Malta Foundation, including crutches, walking frames, wheel chairs and ripple mattresses are not only used at Dar Arka but can also be loaned to those people who develop a temporary disability or to those who cannot afford to buy the necessary equipment.

CLIENT: VODAFONE CSR DIRECT MEDIUM: INDEPENDENT.COM.MT DATE: 6 MAY 2013

“We have always found the support of Vodafone Malta Foundation in the projects that we have previously embarked on,” said Dun Manwel Curmi, Director of the Arka Foundation. “Recently we have decided to collaborate on another project, that of buying new specialised equipment for people in need and I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Foundation for supporting us along the years.”

Other stories in the news

CLIENT: BOV DIRECT MEDIUM: DI-VE.COM DATE: 30 APRIL 2013

Richard England launching exhibition at BOV Article By: di-ve.com news

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Bank of Valletta is proud to announce that the protagonist of its upcoming exhibition will be none other

than the internationally renowned Richard England. Around 150 panels featuring England’s work in

architecture, sculpture, graphics and art will take centre stage at Bank of Valletta’s twenty-first

retrospective exhibition.

The exhibition will be inaugurated by President Dr. George Abela and will run between the May 18 and

July 19, 2013. BOV Centre offers plenty of volume and natural light and these are the ideal qualities

that any artist would require for the successful set-up and presentation of his exhibition.

The BOV catalogue of the Exhibition carries an introduction by Renzo Piano “Richard England is a

master builder, his walls breathe, yet they are walls which are anchored to the ground and their

individual elements interact and merge perfectly. It is from the articulation and the joints in an edifice

that one recognizes the real maker of buildings, and it is thanks to this quality that England’s

architectural work avoids appearing romantic. It is an architecture which is local, but also global, for his

language is the language of poetry”.

The exhibition curator, Charles Knevitt, former correspondent of the Sunday Telegraph and The Times,

and former director of the Royal Institute of British architect Trust, is also the author of two monographs

on Richard England’s works: “England has worked with Malta’s local tradition not against it, respecting

mass over void, shade over direct sunlight, topography, climate, materials and the memory of place”.

These exhibitions are organised annually by Bank of Valletta. Over the years, BOV paid tribute to some

of the most famous artists of our islands like the late artists Anton Agius, Pawl Carbonaro and Joseph

Casha. Other household names include Luciano Micallef and Paul Haber.

CLIENT: GO DIRECT MEDIUM: GOZONEWS.COM DATE: 1 MAY 2013

H2 Channel to launch on GO TV and GO Interactive TV

Posted By Gozo News On May 1, 2013 @ 6:22 pm In Malta News | No Comments

GO TV will be launching H2® as from this Saturday, the 4th of May 2013. The channel, new to the TV market in Europe, will give local viewers – especially those who are avid history enthusiasts – the chance to explore the

enticing world of ancient culture, eminent figures and epic events. GO said that H2 promises to delight viewers of all ages with diverse topics ranging from military history, modern history to science and technology.

Part of the A+E Networks® brand portfolio, H2 positions history in the context of today’s world, presenting information in highly innovative ways simultaneously offering viewers with a deeper perspective of – and deeper connections to – the world around them.

H2 was launched in the US in September 2011 and the channel is now available in almost 70 million households. Since its debut, the network has demonstrated amazing success in the US – a sure indication that it will enjoy the same popularity when it hits the European TV market in the very near future.

Speaking about the launch of H2 in Malta, GO’s Manager for Content and Digital Media, Michèle Dandria said, “H2 is a complimentary brand and natural extension of History and will offer viewers a deeper perspective of the world around them. H2 digs behind the story, covering military history, ancient history, modern history, science and technology, and will offer audiences a compelling mix of exclusive programming and original commissions. We are confident that our viewers will welcome the launch of H2.”

Tom Davidson, Managing Director at A+E Networks® UK, said: “H2 has been a huge success in the US where

it has achieved fantastic ratings and I am delighted that we can now offer the channel to our audiences in Malta. H2 allows us to expand on the quality content available on our flagship History channel by representing the very heart of the History brand as well as offering viewers more information, more facts and even more entertainment.”

CLIENT: GO DIRECT MEDIUM: GOZONEWS.COM DATE: 1 MAY 2013

Premiering on the channel will be new series Serial Killer Earth and Ultimate Soldier Challenge. Serial Killer

Earth is a 10 x 1 hour series that brings together a top team of experts to examine compelling footage of disasters from news and home video to explain what actually happened and how they compare with historic natural disasters of the past.

Ultimate Soldier Challenge is H2′s first ever military competition with each episode featuring three elite squads of military operators in head-to-head competitions and the series runs for 6 x 1 hour.

GO said that more new programmes to the channel include Time Team America, where three American archaeologists race against time on a US dig and Beast Legends, a series of programmes about legendary and mythological beasts.

H2® will also feature a dedicated Military Zone on Wednesday evenings and every night from 12pm.

H2® will be available on line ups for GO TV and GO Interactive TV as follows – GO TV channel 509 and GO Interactive channel 511.

For a preview on the programmes premiering on H2 or for further information in general, customers are welcome to visit the website: www.go.com.mt [1] and access the TV programme guide.

CLIENT: HSBC DIRECT MEDIUM: MALTASTAR.COM DATE: 3 MAY 2013

HSBC Malta extends its support for National Council of Women

Friday, 03 May 2013, 09:34

HSBC Malta has extended its sponsorship to the National Council of Women (NCW) of Malta for a further three

years. This sponsorship supports the Council’s communication strategy and channels including the running of its

website and the publication of its quarterly newsletter, now approaching its 90th edition.

“NCW Malta is a key player in promoting and supporting gender equality in Malta,” said HSBC Malta’s Chief

Financial Officer Josephine Magri. “Our support for the NCW is in line with the Bank’s drive to promote a diverse

and fair work environment and to help women achieve their full potential. This agreement also builds upon the

collaborative efforts between the Council and HSBC’s ‘Banking on Women’ organisation, offering support and

guidance to women in their career and personal goals.”

“While significant progress has been achieved in certain respects, there remains a lot of room for improvement in

terms of gender equality in Malta,” said NCW President Mary Gaerty. “The NCW organises diverse activities to

promote equality of opportunity for women and empower women to participate equally at all levels of community

life. HSBC Malta’s sponsorship goes a long way in helping the Council work towards these objectives.”

NCW Malta is an independent non-governmental organisation including individual members and 33 affiliated

organisations in Malta. As a member of the International Council Of Women (ICW), NCW Malta operates with

Special Consultative Status within the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC).

CLIENT: HSBC DIRECT MEDIUM: MALTASTAR.COM DATE: 3 MAY 2013

More information about the HSBC’s commitment to diversity and inclusion is available on the Bank’s website at

www.hsbcmalta.com

Photocaption 01: HSBC Malta has extended its support to the National Council of Women (NCW) of Malta

CLIENT: GO DIRECT MEDIUM: TIMESOFMALTA.COM DATE: 5 MAY 2013

Sunday, May 5, 2013

Go’s latest proposition offers new privileges

Go’s latest proposition, Limitless, offers customers infinite calling and texting to mobile numbers and generous data allowances. Go’s Home Pack customers are rewarded with monthly discounts on Limitless mobile plans.

Under a collection of plans, Limitless offers up to 8GB mobile internet allowance, 100 minutes for calls to EU networks and several roaming benefits to contact home while abroad.

Limitless 99 customers are eligible for a free iPhone 5 with a two-year agreement and enjoy privileged treatment including caller priority when calling customer care.

Go has also introduced Limitless Flex, an innovative concept which gives customers total control over their spend.

For more information visit go.com.mt.

CLIENT: GO DIRECT MEDIUM: TIMESOFMALTA.COM DATE: 6 MAY 2013

Monday, May 6, 2013, 12:40

GO reports dip in profitability, focuses on cutting its costs

GO plc said today that profitability had dropped slightly in the quarter up to March 31 and it was focusing on cutting costs and offering value packages in a market which is nearing saturation.

In a company announcement, the telecoms company said the scope for growth in overall market subscriber numbers was considered limited and within this competitive scenario operators were seeking to attract existing subscribers from competitors through value propositions and attractive offers.

"Whilst the company continues to enjoy substantial levels of revenue, an overall lower level of revenue from traditional lines of business has affected the Group. In addition, lower mobile termination rates resulting from regulatory intervention has also impacted on the mobile services sector," it said.

"The challenging and competitive local market necessitates that the company focuses constantly on cost optimization as it seeks to ensure that any lower levels in revenue do not translate into lower profitability."

"Although the company focuses on right-sizing, cost optimization initiatives are also being pursued across all major cost categories."

It said profitability during the first quarter of 2013 was marginally below that registered during the same period last year, however the Group maintains healthy cash generation and a significant level of liquidity and available facilities.

It said it had finalised a financing arrangement with its leading banker. This, together with the Group’s own resources permits the company to pursue its significant investment programme aimed at ensuring that group customers continue to enjoy the best quality network and customer experience.

CLIENT: GO DIRECT MEDIUM: INEWSMALTA.COM DATE: 7 MAY 2013

GO plc bi qligħ ta’ €26.5 miljun 10:40 | 07.05.2013

Wara sena li fiha l-kumpanija GO plc tilfet €45.2 miljun, fl-2012 il-kumpanija għamlet qligħ ta’ €26.5 miljun. €15.1 miljun mill-qligħ huwa mill-operat tan-negozju. L-2011 kienet sena diffiċli għal GO minħabba l-problemi li nħolqu bl-investiment fil-kumpanija Griega Forthnet.

Intant, iċ-ċerpersin tal-GO plc, Deepak Padmanabhan, qal li wara li kkonsidra l-operat qawwi u l-ammont ta’ flus iġġenerat mill-grupp u l-likwidita b’saħħitha tiegħu il-bord qiegħed jirrakkomanda ‘dividend’ ta’ €0.10 netti mit-taxxa għal kull sehem.