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Mediterranean ObserverMarch 14, 2024

The Council and the European Parliament reached a provisional political agreement on a proposal for a regulation on packaging and packaging waste. The proposal aims to boost sustainability by mandating recyclable packaging, minimizing harmful substances, and promoting harmonisation in package labelling for consumers. Additionally, the regulation seeks to significantly reduce packaging waste through binding reuse […]

Mediterranean ObserverMarch 12, 2024

The Malta Business Bureau organised an information session with businesses on the EU’s proposal for a revised Waste Framework Directive (WFD). The European Commission has now proposed a revision of the WFD to place a greater emphasis on the reduction and proper management of food waste and textile waste. For the first time, the new […]

Mediterranean ObserverFebruary 28, 2024

On 20 February, Tourism Ministers gathered in Louvain-la-Neuve to discuss priorities for the industry during the next European term. The central theme of the session was the green and digital transition to strengthen the resilience of the tourism ecosystem. The Tourism Ministers exchanged good practices of national and regional strategies aimed at the green and digital transition. […]

Mediterranean ObserverFebruary 26, 2024

On the 29 February, EIT Food is organising a webinar on food waste solutions from 18.00 to 19.00. Register here EIT Food provides solutions to food services to reduce food waste, conducts research and develops courses such as From Waste to Value: Tackling Food Waste. FORMAT: Each speaker will present a short discussion of their biggest challenges […]

Mediterranean ObserverJanuary 24, 2024

Get Hitched Inc Ltd, developers of Tableo, the award-winning restaurant reservations and management software, is proud to announce the receipt of a prestigious €35,000 grant dedicated to advancing the Tableo AI Assistant Project. The project is being financed by the Malta Council for Science & Technology, for and on behalf of the Foundation for Science […]

Mediterranean ObserverJanuary 17, 2024

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Find a job in Tourism, Entertainment, Hospitality or Catering About this event Are you a young European willing to work in entertainment, dancing, acting, fitness, sports or leisure activities with children? Are you qualified or experienced in Tourism, Hospitality or Catering? Looking for some experience abroad? Do you want to spend your Summer in one […]

Mediterranean ObserverDecember 15, 2023

As the EU strives towards its ambitious climate goals, the finalized Fit for 55 package is poised to bring significant changes to the way businesses operate. Understanding these changes is crucial for adapting your strategies and ensuring long-term sustainability. The MBB has compiled a comprehensive report outlining the key outcomes of the Fit for 55 negotiations, providing valuable […]

Mediterranean ObserverNovember 29, 2023

New proposals offer passengers improved rights and easier access to travel information Have you ever had your flight cancelled and not been compensated for it? Passenger rights will be reinforced, thanks to new Commission proposals. Right now, the European Union is the only area in the world which has a passenger rights framework in place for all […]

Mediterranean ObserverNovember 15, 2023

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A new Eurobarometer survey released today finds that skills shortages are one of the most serious problems for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) in the EU. The challenge of skills shortages has grown over the years and now encompasses all EU Member States and all sectors of the economy. The survey is a useful tool in understanding […]

Mediterranean ObserverNovember 10, 2023

The Malta Hotels and Restaurants Association (MHRA) organized the BOV-Deloitte Hotel performance survey Q3 – 2023. Michael Zarb, Policy, and Economics Advisory Leader at Deloitte Malta reported that based on an estimate for September figures that is derived from data supplied by Malta International Airport (MIA), tourist arrivals for the third quarter of 2023 are […]

Category: News

Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation Adopted

Businesses Discuss EU Textile and Food Waste Measures

EU Tourism Ministers reinforce pledge to green and digital transition

Food Waste Focus Talk by EIT Food (online)

Tableo Announces TESP Grant Funding from MSCT for its Restaurant AI Assistant Project

Seize the Summer with EURES 2024

Fit For 55 Report: A comprehensive overview of outcomes and impacts for Maltese business

2023 Proposal to amend the Package Travel Directive

Skills shortages are a serious problem for majority of EU SMEs, Eurobarometer shows

MHRA, “Post Covid recovery remains stronger than originally predicted.”

MHRA Welcomes New Tourism Accommodation Framework as a Bold Step Towards a Higher-Value Tourism Model

MHRA Advocates Better Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Coordination

MHRA: Vision 2050 Is a National Milestone for Malta’s Future

MHRA Welcomes New Tourism Accommodation Framework as a Bold Step Towards a Higher-Value Tourism Model

MHRA Advocates Better Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Coordination

MHRA: Vision 2050 Is a National Milestone for Malta’s Future