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Malta Maritime Forum Expresses Concern Over Suspension of Ras Ħanżir Terminal Works
The Malta Maritime Forum (MMF) expresses its concern regarding the recent suspension of construction works on the new terminal at Ras Ħanżir within the Grand Harbour.
Whilst acknowledging with regret that such a suspension shall invariably lead to further delays in the commissioning of this critical infrastructure, the MMF recognizes the opportunity that the situation has presented for a thorough review of the terminal’s design and functionality.
It is deeply concerning that the construction of...
Maritime industry leaders welcome step towards national strategy and outline strategic priorities
Stronger investment in infrastructure, in supporting industry to embrace sustainable practices as well as in securing the associated skills, in the promotion of Maltese industry and the need for a leaner regulatory framework which enhances Malta’s competitiveness emerged as the key elements required to take the maritime sector forward, as industry stakeholders shared their vision for the years ahead.
Celebrating World Maritime Day, the Malta Maritime Forum gathered maritime leaders from the...
Ongoing Consultation Structures on EU Policy are Crucial for Malta’s Maritime Industry
The Board of the Malta Maritime Forum holds dialogue session with a delegation of candidates for the forthcoming MEP Elections representing the Partit Laburista.
“By its nature, the business activity related to most operators forming part of the maritime industry is conducted in EU or international waters, is subject to EU or international legislation and conventions and is therefore influenced by European and Global policy developments.
“The EU and its policies are ever so relevant to the...
Strengthening EU Consultation Structures is Key for Malta’s Maritime Industry
The Board of the Malta Maritime Forum holds dialogue session with Leader of the Opposition, Spokesman for Maritime Affairs and a group of PN candidates running for the forthcoming MEP elections.
“The EU and its policies are ever so relevant to the Maltese maritime industry particularly at this juncture when an unprecedented focus is being placed on decarbonisation and taxation issues. For this reason, the country needs a structured and efficient mechanism of consultation to screen the horizon...
https://mmf.org.mt/strengthening-eu-consultation-structures-is-key-for-maltas-maritime-industry/
Sanctions in shipping: navigating the 12th package of sanctions against Russia
Council Regulation (EU) 2023/2878 of December 18, 2023, amending Regulation (EU) No. 833/2014 resulted in the adoption of the 12th package of sanctions against Russia, with the aim of imposing additional import and export bans combating sanctions circumvention and closing loopholes.
This package of sanctions affects a wide array of areas and industries, ranging from Russian-origin diamond imports to the oil price cap mechanism. In particular to shipping, the regulation introduced article 3q...
https://mmf.org.mt/sanctions-in-shipping-navigating-the-12th-package-of-sanctions-against-russia/
A Win-Win Shift to Waterborne Traffic
The Malta Maritime Forum welcomed the surge in users of ferry services over the month of February. As reported in the media, the shift was mainly due to the service becoming free of charge for holders of the Tal-Linja card. This measure, therefore, proved a great success in that it managed to shift a further 42,000 people from the road to the water raising the total custom to almost 110,000 commuters who are now travelling across our ports via the sea as opposed to driving around the ports by...
Valletta Waterfront’s Forni Buildings rejuvenated
Valletta Cruise Port, operators of the Valletta Waterfront have recently finalised the restoration of the historic Forni Stores.
The buildings referred to as Forni Stores consist of two separate blocks varying in size and proportion. The block closer to Pinto Stores is known as Forni 1 and was built in 1720, with the façade divided into two bays. The other block known as Forni 2 is composed of 3 bays and is older having been constructed in 1626. Although Forni Stores must have been originally...
https://mmf.org.mt/valletta-waterfronts-forni-buildings-rejuvenated/
Valletta Cruise Port awarded as Best Port of Call Global
For the second consecutive year, Valletta has been chosen by Spanish-speaking cruisers as the Best Port of Call Global, an honour awarded during Premios Cruceroadicto 2023 held during FITUR Madrid 2024 last week. Mark Cauchi Garzia, Deputy GM of Valletta Cruise Port Plc represented the company during the event.
These awards are the result of an international cruise satisfaction survey taken by the growing community of Spanish-speaking cruise travellers, who had the opportunity to voice their...
https://mmf.org.mt/valletta-cruise-port-awarded-as-best-port-of-call-global/
BOV supporting climate alignment in the shipping industry
As a partner of the Malta Maritime Forum since its inception, Bank of Valletta’s relationship with the shipping industry has been vital for the operation of international trade and commerce, which is so important for Malta due to its insularity”. This was stated by Kenneth Farrugia, CEO at Bank of Valletta during the recently held Malta Maritime Forum progress meeting.
“At BOV we recognise the long tradition of maritime services in Malta and seek to play our part by using our expertise to assist...
https://mmf.org.mt/bov-supporting-climate-alignment-in-the-shipping-industry/