The Malta Trade Fair Returns: Free Entry, Star Performances & More

Summer Trade Fair Returns: Free Entry, Star Performances & More

Jun 12 2025

The much-anticipated Malta Trade Fair is back, running from 26 June to 6th July.

Entrance is free on the first day only, making it the perfect opportunity to explore the stands and activities on offer.

From 26 June onwards, visitors will receive free gifts on a first-come, first-served basis upon collecting a voucher booklet at the entrance.

Every entrance ticket also serves as a raffle entry, with 4 winners each receiving €2,500 to spend at any of the exhibitors, all drawn on the final day of the fair. In addition to the main prize, more lucky winners will take home amazing gifts from participating exhibitors, including €15,000 worth of solar panels. All prizes will be drawn together at the end of the event.

Live entertainment will feature prominently every evening, with performances by some of Malta’s most loved artists including Fabrizio Faniello, Claudia Faniello, Freddie Portelli, Brooke, Christabelle, Josuel, Gaia, Marisa D’Amato, Jessica, Vittorio and more!

With music, prizes, and family fun, The Malta Trade Fair promises something for everyone. Don’t miss your chance to join the celebrations and possibly walk away with many prizes!

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Paceville Covered In Dust After Apartment Block Collapse

Jun 12 2025

Videos shared to TikTok and other social media platforms show the aftermath of the Tania Flats in Paceville, St Julian’s.

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ACTU ⚠️ : ce mercredi 11 juin dans la soirée, un immeuble s’est effondré en face du Hermanos et du Bellini. Heureusement, aucun blessé n’est déclaré pour le moment. #malte #effondrement #bulding

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The footage shows Paceville completely covered in dust as authorities address the situation and ensure the safety of those in the vicinity.

Thanks to quick action by architects, authorities, and one alert resident, 32 people were safely evacuated before the collapse occurred.

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BUILDING COLLAPSE IN PACEVILLE ST JULIANS MALTA Police and Civil Protection Department officials are trying to establish whether there was anyone trapped in the rubble. A multi-storey building in the heart of Paceville collapsed on Wednesday night, just hours after residents were evacuated due to safety concerns. The incident unfolded at about 10.30pm, with a substantial part of the building on Triq Paceville collapsing into a heap in the heart of the entertainment mecca. The building is adjacent to an active construction site that was served with a stop works notice just one day ago, on June 10. The Building and Construction Authority ordered works at that site to stop on the basis of damage reports filed by a neighbour. Sources told Times of Malta that residents of the building were ordered out of the building due to those safety concerns. Two restaurants in the area were instructed by the police to remain closed on Wednesday due to those same safety concerns. #malta #maltaphotography #travel #visitmalta #lovemalta #maltagram #gozo #travelphotography #europe #maltalovers #valletta #lovinmalta #maltaisland #photography #sea #Summer #instagood #photooftheday #Love #travelgram #mediterranean #nature #maltalife #maltatoday #islandlife #island #sliema #maltagozo #picoftheday #gozoisland

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The Building and Construction Authority (BCA) and the Occupational Health and Safety Authority (OHSA) both confirmed that the site had been inspected and a stop notice was issued on 10 June.

After discussions with architects and with help from the police, residents were removed from the building as a precaution.

Excel Trading Ltd, developers of a nearby site, said their demolition work was completed weeks earlier. Their architect, along with others involved, identified serious issues in the structure of Tania Flats and recommended evacuation.

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Attention choisissez bien vos bar à shooter, envoyez moi un message pour les bons plans 🫡 #malte #bellini #bonplan #effondrement

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Excel maintains the collapse was unrelated to their project and says it is fully cooperating with authorities.

The Kamra tal-Periti is investigating the case and praised the architects and public officials whose swift action saved lives. However, it is also looking into whether professional misconduct contributed to the collapse.

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€4.5 Million Investment Into Malta Airport’s VIP Guest Terminal

Jun 12 2025

Prime Minister Robert Abela has officially opened the newly refurbished Priority Guest Terminal at Malta International Airport, following a €4.5 million investment that began in 2024.

This modern facility reflects Malta’s aim to offer high-quality, innovative tourism services and strengthen its position as a destination for premium travel and global connections.

The terminal includes five private suites on the upper floor, with space to host up to 34 guests at once.

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The lounge has been designed for both comfort and visual appeal, using glass features, skylights, and natural lighting to create a bright, open atmosphere while reducing the need for artificial light.

Guests are offered seasonal and locally sourced food, prepared by a dedicated chef in two on-site kitchens, ensuring a fresh and authentic dining experience.

In 2024, this exclusive service generated €6.6 million in revenue for the airport, showing growing demand for luxury travel facilities.

Prime Minister Abela said the terminal reflects the country’s values of quality over quantity and warm, Maltese hospitality.

He added that it forms part of Malta’s Vision 2050, which prioritises high-value tourism and international connectivity. “This airport plays a strategic role in our national story,” Dr Abela said.

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Malta Calls For Equal EU Support In Cultural & Creative Industries

Jun 12 2025

Speaking at a meeting of EU Culture Ministers in Paris, held at the initiative of the French Government, Malta’s Minister for Culture, Lands and Local Government, Owen Bonnici, emphasised the need for the European Union to adopt a cultural and audiovisual policy that is inclusive and reflective of all Member States, regardless of their size or influence.

Minister Bonnici said that a truly European model should not only highlight shared achievements but also ensure active participation by every country. This approach, he argued, is essential for EU cultural, creative and audiovisual policies to remain models of diversity, democracy and resilience.

Looking ahead, Dr Bonnici welcomed collective efforts to reinforce Europe’s commitment to cultural diversity and democratic values. He expressed Malta’s support for promoting the European cultural model at global events such as the Cannes Film Festival, and acknowledged the vital role of the AVMS Directive, the Creative Europe MEDIA programme, and national initiatives that support creative industries.

The Minister proposed several measures to better support smaller markets. These include dedicated support within Creative Europe MEDIA, full recognition of minority and less widely spoken languages in funding decisions, and acknowledgment of the structural challenges facing smaller ecosystems in upcoming policy reviews.

Dr Bonnici also called for clearer certification processes for European audiovisual content, more support for co-productions, and closer collaboration with international organisations such as the European Broadcasting Union and COPEAM. He highlighted Malta’s Mediterrane Film Festival as a growing platform for cultural cooperation.

He concluded by stressing that unity in European policy must always be matched by inclusion.

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