With just over a week left until applications close for the third edition of the Malta Business Awards, the Malta Chamber of SMEs, in collaboration with Malta Enterprise, businesses are encouraged to apply for at least one of the 22 awards up for grabs.

The Malta Business Awards will celebrate the spirit of innovation, sustainability, and excellence in the Maltese business community.

The categories for this year’s Malta Business Awards, one of the largest business events held on a national level, include a wide variety of niches that will help put any local business up on the big stage.

The award list includes the:

- Distinct Initiatives category

1.Leader in Inclusivity Award

2. Social Impact Award

3. Exceptional Wellbeing at the Workplace

4. Customer Service Excellence Award

5. Local Cultural Contributor

6. Leader in Mental Health Wellness Award

- Celebrating Business category

7. Gozo Business of the Year

8. SME of the Year (26 up to 250 employees)

9. Small Business of the Year (25 employees or less)

10. Young Entrepreneur of the Year (under 35 years)

11. Female Entrepreneur of the Year

12. Family Business of the Year

13. Start-up Business of the Year

- Innovative & Sustainable Ambassadors category

14. Best Waste Management Strategy

15. Project Green Award

16. Innovative Digital Solution

17. Innovative Sustainable Business Award

18. Business Leader in Energy and Water Sustainability

19. Leader in Quality Tourism

- National Transport Awards category

20. Smart Transport Initiative

21. Green Transport Initiative

22. Logistics Solution Award

Application for the awards is free of charge and one can apply for more than one award. More details and to submit applications, one can visit the website.

Applications for this year’s edition remain open until 7th August.