BN Talks

‘How about a future where food in Malta is something to take pride in, at every level?’ – Joeaby Vassallo

March 27, 2025
by Sam Vassallo

Being so spoilt for choice is one thing – but does it reflect in quality?

Unemployment declines to 2.7% in February 2025, down from the previous year

March 26, 2025
by Lyndsey Grima

However, youth joblessness remains high

Updated Energy Audit Scheme boosts sustainability support for Maltese SMEs

March 26, 2025
by Nicole Zammit

With enhanced grants and wider eligibility, the scheme aims to drive sustainable innovation across local businesses

February inflation rises to 1.9%

March 25, 2025
by Robert Fenech

Jewellery and watches once again registered the largest year-on-year increase in prices

New ERDF grant schemes unveiled to boost SME growth and digitalisation

March 25, 2025
by Sam Vassallo

These ERDF grants present a significant opportunity for Maltese SMEs to strengthen their market position

KM Airlines abandons Catania schedule for winters

March 25, 2025
by Sam Vassallo

Flights will operate during peak summer months

Pre-submission check-up: Is your project ready for an investment fund?

March 25, 2025
by BN Writer

Founders often become so engrossed in their ideas that they overlook critical aspects that are key for investors

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HSBC Malta kicks off earnings season

February 27, 2025
by Edward Rizzo

The annual reporting season commenced in Malta last week with the publication of the financial statements of HSBC Bank Malta ...

Alexander Demarco

Indication of willingness of the Maltese to use the Digital Euro

February 21, 2025
by Alexander Demarco

85% of respondents are unaware of the Digital Euro, yet many are open to using it

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43 restaurants get Michelin’s seal of approval during Malta awards

March 25, 2025
by Sam Vassallo

Deputy Prime Minister Ian Borg handed out awards during a ceremony on Monday

Government records €95 million deficit as revenue falls and expenditure rises

March 24, 2025
by Robert Fenech

However, the Maltese Government’s capital spending fell by €23.6 million

Universal Air expands European connectivity with new Malta – Debrecen – Leipzig route

March 24, 2025
by Lyndsey Grima

These new connections open up fresh travel opportunities for both tourists and business professionals

Navigating aviation’s green transition: Collaboration between tourism and airline stakeholders is key

March 24, 2025
by Lyndsey Grima

Clayton Bartolo highlights that the key to navigating these changes is collaboration between tourism and aviation stakeholders

Alexander Demarco: Another ECB rate cut likely in April as 2% inflation target nears

March 21, 2025
by Nicole Zammit

Monetary policy decisions will continue to follow a data-dependent approach

Two Malta-Heathrow flights cancelled as major fire shuts down UK’s busiest airport

March 21, 2025
by Nicole Zammit

The impact has rippled across the global aviation network

‘A statistic we should care about is one that tells us how people feel’ – David Aguis on Wellbeing Index

March 20, 2025
by Sam Vassallo

The Wellbeing Index project has been collecting detailed data on the wellbeing of Maltese people for four years

Malta’s potential as a premium event destination: James Cassar weighs in

March 20, 2025
by Nicole Zammit

Could Malta become a sought-after hub for high-end international events in the years to come?

Alan Arrigo on why Malta needs to shift focus from tourist numbers to quality experiences

March 19, 2025
by Nicole Zammit

'While record-breaking arrival numbers may seem positive, they have also raised concerns about sustainability and the overall visitor experience'

Malta enters historic agreement with Carnival Corporation to reduce pollution in the Grand Harbour

March 18, 2025
by Sam Vassallo

The agreement brokered by Transport Malta with the cruise industry giant is first of its kind in the Mediterranean

IMF report urges Malta to raise driving costs to curb congestion

March 18, 2025
by BN Writer

Beyond transport, the report also discusses challenges in energy, water supply, and wastewater infrastructure