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A recent example of this partnership's potential is daves Food Stores, which, with 9H Digital's help, 'is revolutionising online grocery shopping, launching Malta's first premier supermarket e-commerce app'

SUPPY and 9H Digital announce exclusive partnership, a first for Malta This partnership allows FMCG brands to enhance their e-commerce capabilities

With over 20 years of experience, David Dingli specializes in providing top-tier consulting services across both the manufacturing and service sectors

Who’s Who in Malta: Meet David J. Dingli – Managing Consultant, Resource Productivity Consulting Services Mr Dingli is an Associate Professor at the Maastricht School of Management

Since its beginnings in 1935, Fino has established itself as one of the most renowned furniture houses in Malta through the importation and manufacture of fine furniture pieces

Company Profiles in Malta: C. Fino & Sons Ltd – a reference point when creating dream spaces C. Fino & Sons Ltd is one of the most renowned furniture houses in Malta

The Malta Chamber of SMEs is organising a webinar on cyber risks for Maltese businesses, an exclusive webinar in collaboration with Diligex and powered by Thomas Murray which focuses on the advanced persistent threats (APTs) that may target Maltese businesses.

During this webinar, speaker Stephen Green, Threat Intelligence Lead at Thomas Murray, will focus on the cyber threat environment in Malta and provide guidance on how to fortify your defences against these persistent and evolving cyber threats.

Topics covered:

-Understanding of advanced persistent threats

-Overview of recent campaigns that have directly impacted entities within Malta and those with a similar profile

-Insights into the latest tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs)

Methods to identify and prevent common initial acce

Click here for more details: https://sme-chamber-mt.odoo.com/event/webinar-cyber-risks-for-maltese-businesses-42/register

The estimated total population of Malta and Gozo at the end of 2023 stood at 563,443, up by 3.9 per cent when compared to the previous year.

New statistics released by the National Statistics Office - Malta show that the population increase in 2023 was mainly driven by a total net migration (immigration less emigration) of 20,960 persons.

Migration
-Non-EU citizens made up 93.1 per cent of the total net migrants in 2023.
-Males accounted for 65.3 per cent.
-While net migration decreased slightly when compared to 2022 (3.8 per cent), both immigration and emigration increased in 2023.

Natural population

-The natural increase in population was 5.5 times higher when compared to the previous year, from 79 in 2022 to 432 in 2023 –the highest natural increase recorded since 2019.
-This increase was due both to a decrease in resident deaths and an increase in resident live births.

Births

-Resident live births in 2023 increased by 3.6 per cent when compared to the previous year.
-Of the parents who gave birth in 2023, 40.3 per cent were aged 30 to 34 at the time of birth.

Deaths

-Resident deaths in 2023 decreased by 4.7 per cent over the previous year.
-Of the 4,030 resident deaths occurring during 2023, 69.4 per cent were persons aged 75 and over at the time of death.

Demographics

-As at end 2023, 53 per cent of the total resident population was male.
-Persons under the age of 18 made up 14.7 per cent of the total population, while 18.4 per cent were aged 65 and over. Of these, 3,611 persons – 2,568 females and 1,043 males – were aged 90 and over.

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The competition seeks to encapsulate JCI Malta’s spirit and legacy in the form of a collectible pin

JCI Malta announces 30th anniversary pin design competition The winning design will be produced and credited to the artist, who will also receive a special prize

Timberland Invest Ltd provides a one-stop solution for securing stability and financial independence through a range of services

Timberland Invest Ltd: Your partner in financial independence and security Offering personalised investment advice and comprehensive insurance solutions

Traders will be able to buy and sell equities for free as from 15th July

Malta Stock Exchange announces removal of €4.50 equity transaction fee The move was first announced last month

Strand Palace Agencies Ltd - Malta, the homegrown family-run business that is the parent company behind Twistees Malta, has deftly navigated countless local market changes throughout its many years of operation and has now turned its sights towards building an international following

Local snack favourite Twistees sets sights on global brand status Managing Director Steve Calleja discusses the challenges and responsibilities of steering a century-old family business toward greater growth and innovation

Hosted by David Kelleher and Ivan Galea, BMIT’s latest series explores crucial topics concerning the new legislation coming into force at the start of 2025

The DORA Dialogues: A video podcast series on enhancing business security and compliance The series highlights the impact that the new legislation will have on financial institutions and businesses seeking to improve IT governance and resilience

Expats in Malta are unhappy with the oftentimes byzantine bureaucracy they face and the limited leisure options available, according to a new survey with damning results for the country.

They are also dissatisfied with the travel connections available, and the natural and urban environment.

A new survey, the 11th iteration conducted by InterNations – a leading networking and community organisation for expats – among 12,542 expats living in 174 countries or territories – revealed some disturbing facts about the way expats in Malta are assessing their life here.

Only those countries with over 50 respondents were included in the final countries, trimming the number down to 53.

Of these 53 countries, Malta ranks eighth from the bottom in the aggregate index, landing it in the unenviable position of being noted for its position among the worst 10 performers.

The position is unchanged since the last survey in July 2023.

The results will be cause for concern for a country seeking to attract digital nomads and startups, and which hopes to attract foreign direct investment that often relies – at least in part – on the ability to attract highly skilled workers from abroad.

The survey asked expats about their quality of life, the ease of settling in, their experience with working in the country, their personal finances, and ‘expat essentials’ like housing, bureaucracy and language.

Malta did badly throughout, with expats ranking it in the bottom half of every category.

'Today, we manage 175 private offices and 95 dedicated co-working desks across four Centres in Malta,' shares Regus Area Manager for Malta, Andrew Grech

Who’s Who in Malta: Meet Andrew Grech – Area Manager Malta, Regus Andrew is responsible for the Regus centres in Malta

Juanafil Group – synonymous with business advice & tax consultancy - Read more: https://whoswho.mt/en/company-profiles-in-malta-juanafil-consultants-ltd-synonymous-with-business-advice-tax-consultancy

Founded in 1992 by visionary Dr Charles Attard, has been a standard bearer of excellence throughout its existence, helping businesses in Malta establish and manage companies by providing various services like tax advisory, payroll services, auditing, book-keeping, VAT reporting, company formation and much more.

“We strive to deliver our services efficiently and promptly while providing our customers with constant support. We also work towards being consistent with our actions and customer support and thus we are engaged in continuous expansion since we believe it’s a prerequisite to success,” shares a spokesperson for the Group.

They further state that the organisation places experience, customers and employees as core elements to be cherished.

With the dynamic leadership of newly appointed CEO Christine Camilleri, Juanafil embraces fresh vibes and pioneering strategies into the company's DNA, ensuring a continued legacy of adaptability and success. This change has been complemented by the addition of a Sales Manager, aimed at prioritising client needs and ensuring prompt actions for heightened efficiency.

Juanafil values the living principles of mutual respect at the workplace, ensuring everyone feels trusted and can excel in their career. “We make sure that every employee forms part of a successful team. We also believe that a Company’s success is achieved through a dynamic team which is given constant support & a safe ambience. Our motto is that a positive mindset will always give you positive results.”

Indeed, the Group’s success was recognised at the Malta Business Excellence Awards in 2023, where Juanafil won Best Business Response to Crisis, Best Company to Work For, Team of The Year & Leader of the Year.

This dynamic blend of new leadership, customer-focused approach and a synergistic team underscores the company's commitment to excellence, adaptability, and client satisfaction.

Founded in 2014 by senior management of Timberland Capital Management KG, Timberland Invest Limited is a Malta-based investment firm focusing on the distribution of securities, mainly bonds, issued by European issuers in terms of applicable EU regulations

Company Profiles in Malta: Timberland Invest Ltd – investment firm focusing on securities distribution Timberland Invest Ltd was founded by Timberland Capital Management KG

She has held the role of CEO for the past 10 years

SME Chamber announces departure of CEO Abigail Agius Mamo The Malta Chamber of SMEs expressed gratitude for her work, stating that she always gavea ‘very credible voice’ to Malta’s SMEs

Congratulations to the budding fashion designer 🪡🧵

MCAST student Isaac Fenech wins new up and coming fashion designer award The category was open to MCAST Institute for the Creative Arts alumni and final year degree students

The Mexican street food chain says it will now focus its efforts on its original outlet at Ta’ Xbiex

Avotaco closes Mriehel and Malta International Airport outlets The Avotaco team affirms that this move forms part of its plans to ‘revisit its roots’

His comments come two weeks after Lufthansa announced that it will be adding an ‘environmental cost surcharge’ to its flights

KM Malta Airlines Chairperson does not rule out environmental surcharge, potential for higher ticket prices ‘At this stage KM Malta Airlines has not taken any decision regarding such potential surcharges or increasing fares,’ says KM Malta Airlines’ David Curmi

LifeStar Insurance has faced challenges to abide by new insurance reporting standards

LifeStar Insurance publishes 2023 results following repeated delays, reports €1.6 million pre-tax profit Due to changes to insurance reporting standards, LifeStar Insurance needed to restate its 2022 results

'EMD has a proven track record as a preferred service partner for international businesses and investors' share EMD Malta Partners and advocates Tonio Ellul and Pierre Mifsud, as they look back on the company's journey since its inception in 2000

From law firm to global multi-disciplinary advisory: The EMD Malta story EMD Malta Partners and advocates Tonio Ellul and Pierre Mifsud credit their 'proven track record' to their 'personalised and holistic approach'

Noel Zammit – Chief Executive Officer, Heritage Malta - Read more: https://whoswho.mt/en/who-s-who-in-malta-meet-noel-zammit-chief-executive-officer-heritage-malta

Gradually climbing up the ranks, moving through IT, finance, marketing and business development, Noel Zammit was appointed CEO of Malta in 2017.

“Software engineering skills and national heritage are rarely uttered in the same sentence. However, as CEO for Malta’s national agency for museums, conservation practice and cultural heritage, I find myself relying on my extensive experience in the former to improve and promote the latter,” he explains.

Mr Zammit’s professional career as software engineer began in Malta and continued in the United Kingdom, where he provided development solutions to multinationals, giving them a competitive edge in their respective sectors. Eventually, he returned to Malta, working within the Malta Centre for Restoration until it was ultimately absorbed by Heritage Malta.

“In my few years in this role, I have pooled my knowledge and experience, spanning over two decades, to lead a massive internal cultural shift within Heritage Malta, through careful restructuring, rebranding and strategic alignment. Heritage Malta clients and observers have surely noticed our focus on digitisation and market presence of our cultural heritage, not just as a way of remaining accessible through COVID-19 or to ensure long term sustainability but also as a way of preserving our heritage and living up to our motto: ensuring a future to our past,” Mr Zammit asserts.

Set up by virtue of the Cultural Heritage Act, which was enacted in 2002, the national agency replaced the former Museums Department. Apart from seeking to provide its various audiences with an enhanced experience during visits to the sites and museums, the agency has special educational programmes targeting children of different age groups as part of organised school visits.

Mark Azzopardi – Executive Director, Jesmond Mizzi Financial Advisors Ltd - Read more: https://whoswho.mt/en/who-s-who-in-malta-meet-mark-azzopardi-executive-director-jesmond-mizzi-financial-advisors-ltd

As Executive Director at Jesmond Mizzi Financial Advisors Ltd, Mark Azzopardi is responsible for asset management and corporate advisory services.

“I hold various directorships and chair the Investment Committee,” he points out, adding that his career in finance started in Geneva with Edmond De Rothschild Group, devising risk management strategies for institutional clients.

“I have a doctorate degree in business administration, specialising in alternative investment strategies and am a visiting lecturer at the University of Malta,” Dr Azzopardi adds.

Jesmond Mizzi Financial Advisors deliver a personalised blend of wealth management services for the individual demands of both private and institutional clients.

It is understood that VacancyCentre's branding will no longer be in use

Konnekt acquires recruitment agency VacancyCentre.com’s intellectual property VacancyCentre is one of Malta’s oldest recruitment agencies, having been founded in 1999

Express Trailers CEO Etienne Attard said: 'Any pharmaceutical sector is as strong as the logistics setup that supports it'

Express Trailers inaugurates €600,000 investment in temperature-controlled warehouse and cross-dock facility The logistics firm has been investing heavily to meet the pharmaceutical industry’s growing requirements

The new terminal is expected to serve as the Maltese end of the new Malta-Marina di Ragusa route

Bezzina Group set to win planning approval for new ferry terminal in Marsa The development will re-use an existing office block on Church Wharf

The planned reopening follows over six months of refurbishment

McDonald’s Sliema restaurant to reopen soon The establishment was closed at the start of 2024 for temporary refurbishment

The aircraft is currently leased to Royal Air Maroc for flights between Morocco and Saudi Arabia

Hi Fly Malta lists Airbus A330-200 aircraft for sale The company is welcoming proposals for the full aircraft, as well as for its airframe or engines only

Malta-based Melite Finance forms part of Melite Retail Group, which has subsidiaries leasing out stores in some of Italy’s most prominent retail areas

Melite Finance’s Directors approve buyback and delisting of secured bond issue The request for delisting will now be decided through a bondholders’ meeting

'It’s about creating a solution that’s tailor-made to fit every aspect of a business’s operations, ensuring no requirement is overlooked,' shares Agilis Software Solutions CEO Marcel Cutajar

Agilis Software Solutions: Your partner for bespoke software development Marcel Cutajar, CEO of Agilis Software Solutions, gives the key reasons his company makes an ideal go-to partner for bespoke software development