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EU proposes simpler public procurement rules which include ‘European preference’ mechanisms

September 10, 2026
by Kevin Schembri Orland

'We are cutting bureaucracy and making it easier for our SMEs to compete,' EU Commission VP says

KM Malta Airlines unable to offer alternative flights this week to those affected by London disruptions

September 9, 2026
by Kevin Schembri Orland

Disruptions caused by technical system failures affecting the UK’s National Air Traffic Services air traffic control systems

MDB backs a greener future for Malta’s buildings

September 7, 2026
by BN Writer

Malta Development Bank’s sustainability schemes can help eligible businesses finance green upgrades, from more efficient equipment to major rehabilitation projects

Rising unemployment reflects skills gap among Maltese workers, economist says

September 7, 2026
by Julia Falzon

Economist Professor Philip von Brockdorff said that ‘AI can restrict job opportunities for persons with very low skills’

40.8% say their financial situation is better this year than last, survey finds

September 4, 2026
by Kevin Schembri Orland

3 out of every 4 people say their standard of living is average

Two bids submitted to replace Gozo Channel’s Nikolaos

September 2, 2026
by Julia Falzon

Caronte e Tourist and Ragusa Xpress are the two companies that placed the bid

SuperCharger Ventures announces €10M Fund I to back EdTech and Future of Work startups

September 2, 2026
by BN Writer

The fund will focus on pre-seed and seed-stage startups that have completed an accelerator program

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Share-based compensation schemes

August 13, 2026
by Edward Rizzo

The Malta Stock Exchange had recommended the introduction of partial share-based compensation for C-suite executives of equity issuers in Malta

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Joseph Bugeja

ETS and ETS 2 threaten to make Malta’s connectivity to Europe unaffordable

August 7, 2026
by Joseph Bugeja

The EU must fully acknowledge the pressures Malta’s international transport sector is already facing

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MDA welcomes return of trade schools: ‘Choosing a trade should never be seen as a lesser option’

September 2, 2026
by Nicole Zammit

'Malta’s education system must recognise that academic education is not the only route to a successful career'

Why businesses need a more proactive approach to IT

September 2, 2026
by BN Writer

For many organisations, IT is still managed reactively

Malta records EU’s largest year-on-year increase in unemployment

September 1, 2026
by Julia Falzon

Malta’s unemployment rate went from 2.5% to 3.5% in just a year

eCabs Technologies CEO pitches digital growth to Australia’s taxi sector

September 1, 2026
by BN Writer

Matthew Bezzina tells Australia’s leading taxi operators that the rise of ridehailing giants is not the end of their business

Registered unemployment continues to rise year on year

August 28, 2026
by Julia Falzon

Unemployment increased by over 300 people in July 2026 compared to the same month last year

Government deficit rises to €552.2 million by end of July

August 28, 2026
by BN Writer

Total expenditure by the close of July 2026 stood at €5.37 billion

Malta Startup Space gets new website aimed at better connecting the sector

August 28, 2026
by Kevin Schembri Orland

The aim of the network is to bring together all startup ecosystem stakeholders in one place, he said

IHI appoints architects to assess Prague property’s development potential after master plan change

August 28, 2026
by BN Writer

It permits the potential conversion of the landmark high-rise 60,000 sqm property to residential use

Companies to Watch: Sidroc & IDEA Care join forces

August 27, 2026
by Sarah Muscat Azzopardi

Daniela Darmanin and George Bonello discuss their shared mission of enabling vulnerable individuals to live fuller and more independent lives.

GamingMalta hails ‘milestone’ for local game industry, as studio presents title on major international stage

August 27, 2026
by Kevin Schembri Orland

'It marks a first for Malta,' GamingMalta said

Sewage overflows into Maltese beaches raise questions on effective planning

August 27, 2026
by Robert Fenech

Malta’s declining water quality largely a result of ‘short-term and localised pollution events’