The winners of the Malta Business Awards 2022 have been revealed
The Malta Business Awards were organized by the Maltese Chamber of SMEs in partnership with Malta Enterprise. More than 20 awards were given to enterprises from various sectors, to celebrate their achievements and create a platform for recognition and inspiration for other companies.
The Minister for the Environment, Energy and Enterprise Miriam Dalli said that “This moment should serve as an inspiration for enterprises to be more sustainable, digital, serve the needs of their customers, offer products of ‘ good quality while also ensuring competitiveness. The Malta Business Awards serve as a means to learn from each other’s success stories, as well as for the enterprises themselves to define the next steps to improve their processes.”
More than 300 applications were received in four categories: Social Impact, Green Initiatives, Best in Business and Innovation, and Digitalization. The evening was the moment of truth for 110 finalists who had been eagerly awaiting the final results since the shortlist was announced in mid-October, following a rigorous application process under the scrutiny of a panel of ‘ independent judgement.
More information about the finalists is available at official awards page.
Winners of the Malta Business Awards 2022:
Distinguished Initiatives
- Local Cultural Contributor: Stephanie Borg
- Leader in Inclusivity Award: Costa Coffee
- Exceptional Wellbeing in the Workplace: Lottoland Malta
- Customer Service Excellence Award: ESS Ltd
- Best CSR Initiative: Jacob’s Coffee Brew
- Apprentice of the Year: Mirhea Abdilla
Green Ambassadors
- Leader in Sustainable Initiatives: Gerada Quality Construction
- Innovative Climate Solution: Wes Trade Ltd
- Green Transport Initiative: Rotolo Ltd
- Carbon Neutral Commitment Award: Lottoland Malta
- Best Waste Reduction Strategy: Frank Kebbeb
Celebrating Business
- Young Entrepreneur of the Year: Alona Aldruk
- New Year business: Celebrate Life
- SME of the Year: Bajada Group
- Business of the Year in Gozo: David’s bakery
- Female Entrepreneur of the Year: Dr. Joanna Delia
- Family Business of the Year: Busy Bee
- Best Financial Institution: Moneybase
Business Innovation
- Reinvention Award: Portuguese
- Leader in Quality Tourism: Colors of Malta
- Innovative Business Award: Freehour Ltd
- Best Campaign: Crosscraft
- B2B Digital Solution of the Year: Arkafort Ltd
President’s Choice Award: Robert Arrigo & Sons
In a lavish gala ceremony, over 600 guests including finalists, business leaders and VIPs, were treated to an evening of entertainment hosted by Keith Demicoli. All finalists received a certificate commemorating their achievement. The winners, first and second runners for each category also received a souvenir, made of 100% recycled materials that make it both sustainable and ecological.
The prestigious list of businesses that were recognized included everything from small and new companies, to enterprises that have been established in the Maltese islands for more than a hundred years. A special award for the President’s Choice presented by Paul Abela, President of the Maltese Chamber of SMEs, went to Robert Arrigo & Sons in memory of the late Robert Arrigo.
Lottoland was the biggest winner on the night, taking home a total of three trophies. These included first place in the categories of Exceptional Workplace Wellbeing and Carbon Neutral Commitment, as well as runner up for Best CSR Initiative. Last year Lottoland, was the first iGaming company to achieve carbon neutral status. To date the main operator of the online lotto has planted more than 2 million trees around the world, including a thousand in Malta together with the local NGO Sajjar.
“We believe in making Lottoland an ambitious organization that puts big dreams at the heart of its actions. Working together with our Maltese customers, we are taking decisive action to create a better world that allows people, animals and the environment flourish,” Ira said. Losco, the Lottoland ambassador for Malta. The company recently set up a Foundation, to make a positive contribution in all the communities in which it operates and is expected to renew its partnership with the Wildlife Rescue Team of Nature Trust Malta in the coming days.