The 5th edition of the Malta Business Awards has been launched by the Malta Chamber of SMEs and Malta Enterprise.

This year’s edition features 20 awards.

Applications by business owners and companies can be submitted through: www.maltabusinessawards.mt, and the application deadline is Tuesday, 30th June.

There are 3 main categories of awards: Distinct initiatives, Innovative & Sustainable Initiatives, Celebrating business.

The adjudication process will be divided into two phases.

Phase 1 (50 per cent of total score): Each adjudicator independently reviews and scores all applications received in their category. Phase 2 (50 per cent of total score): The top five applicants from each category will be shortlisted and invited for an in-person interview with the adjudication committee. The scores from Phase 1 remain valid and are combined with the interview score to determine the final result.

The finalists will then be announced on 7th September, and the annual Malta Business Awards Gala Night will be held on the 20th of November.

President of the Malta Chamber of SMEs Paul Abela said that the Malta Business Awards provide an opportunity to showcase Malta’s successful businesses.

Malta Enterprise CEO George Gregory spoke of the importance of these awards, as well as the integrity and seriousness of the adjudication process.

SME Chamber COO Andrew Aquilina explained that applications for the 19 awards will remain open until 30th June and emphasised that there is no application fee.