First expedition superyacht gets registered in Malta 01 August 2019 The first expedition superyacht registered in Malta and which will be able to enter the polar region has sailed into the Grand Harbour, Valletta.
CMA CGM migrates its entire fleet to the Malta Flag 09 July 2019 CMA CGM has more than 8.5 million gross tonnes registered under the Malta flag - 11% of the entire fleet registered in Malta, says minister Ian Borg
Third Malta Maritime Summit Launched 05 July 2019 Minister for Transport, Infrastructure and Capital Projects Ian Borg launched the theme for the Malta Maritime Summit, which will be organised in Malta for the third time in October 2020.
Yachting industry strong in Malta 20 March 2019 Malta is a world leader in the registration of commercial yachts: the island is a leading jurisdiction for the provision of corporate, legal, and tax services to both owners and financiers.
New Maritime Research & Training Center to open in Malta 15 May 2018 Minister for Transport, Infrastructure and Capital Projects Ian Borg announced a €3 million investment by the Malta Maritime Pilots in a new state of the art research and training centre in ĦalFar. The new facility will carry the name Maritime MT.
Malta Marittima seeks to promote science-based 'Blue Economy' 11 April 2018 The agency is committed to pushing forward the Blue Growth Agenda, which consists of the sustainable use of ocean resources for economic growth, improved livelihoods and jobs, while preserving the health of marine and coastal ecosystems.
Number of the Week: 687 09 March 2018 There are now 687 superyachts, vessels over 24 metres in length, flying the Malta flag.
Maltese tonnage tax scheme approved by the European Commission 19 December 2017 The European Commission has conditionally approved under EU State aid rules the Maltese tonnage tax scheme for a period of 10 years: this marks an important milestone in Malta’s flourishing shipping sector.
Energy and Water Agency secures EU grant to study Malta’s potential for LNG bunkering 30 October 2017 The technical study on the potential of developing LNG as a marine fuel in Malta will kick-off next month.
Malta Freeport has introduced a weekly container service to Brazil and Argentina 10 October 2017 Maltese importers and exporters are set to benefit from new trading opportunities to Brazil and Argentina following the introduction of a rapid weekly link by Malta Freeport Terminals.
Catching the Next Wave 19 September 2017 Malta is working on developing a sustainable blue economy by further harnessing the Mediterranean Sea – a source of untapped wealth and potential.
Ukraine eyes Malta as grain distribution hub 17 May 2017 Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko announced that Malta could become the site of a Ukrainian grain distribution facility for the North African market during a joint press conference with Prime Minister Joseph Muscat. Poroshenko also highlighted that the Ukrainian Antonov aircraft company is willing to open an office in Malta.
MCAST and the maritime industry strengthen ties 09 May 2017 A memorandum of understanding was signed on the 8th of May between Malta College of Arts, Science & Technology (MCAST) and Malta Maritime Forum (MMF) to strengthen collaboration and facilitate the upgrading of technical skills among maritime industry employees.
Taking Blue Growth to the Next Level 23 March 2017 Malta’s desire to build a sustainable blue economy creates a host of investment opportunities for forward-looking companies in fields such as maritime technologies and expertise, writes Daniel Aquilina, Chairman of the Malta Marittima Agency (MMA).
Valletta Cruise Port wins prestigious award second year running 23 March 2017 For the second consecutive year, Valletta Cruise Port has been crowned 'Best Terminal Operator' by industry publication Cruise Insight.
