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Hospitals and Healthcare

Mater Dei Hospital

Flagship low energy hospital lit by Thorn

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A marvellous example of hospital lighting at its best  - and using some of the most energy efficient lighting technology – was completed by Thorn and local agent, E. Calleja & Sons Ltd, recently in Malta. The new state-run Mater Dei general hospital, which replaces the aging St Luke’s hospital, has been lit throughout in a contract four years in the making. At 250,000 m², with 906 beds, the complex is the largest operational hospital in Europe.

The scheme called for Thorn expertise inside and out, especially on environmental issues: resources have always been scarce in Malta. Lighting throughout the hospital was chosen for its high efficiency in order to reduce both energy and running costs. The interior has Chalice and Corsa downlights, "waterproof" fluorescent luminaires, plus Spec Line and dimmable C Line modular fluorescents. The grounds of the hospital now give a healthy glow at night thanks to Avenue Lanterns.

The scheme was supplied in association with electrical contractor ABB Malta.