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Malta Enterprise is proud to launch the Startup Awards 2025 – a special initiative recognising the people and startups shaping Malta’s innovation ecosystem.

These awards will take place as part of Start Up Festival 5^th anniversary celebrations, honoring exceptional founders, bold ideas, and impactful collaborations.
 

Nominations are NOW OPEN across 8 categories and will remain open until 15th September 2025.

Whether you are a disruptor, a rising founder, or a team driving real change – this is your moment.

Awards Night: 21st October 2025

Malta Enterprise is proud to announce the opening of applications for the new Chip Start EU program.  A semiconductor incubator run by @SiliconCatalyst EU from Malta. This is part of Malta’s strategic vision under the Malta Competence Centre to spur semiconductor innovation in the EU.

We invite early-stage semiconductor startups (raised <€1.3M in VC/ angel funding) to apply for this unique program supporting them amongst other with no-cost access to tools, training, global networks, mentors and investors.

Malta Enterprise notifies that it is receiving expressions of interest to establish a pool of technical experts. These experts will be engaged in evaluating scientific and technical aspects of various applications related to measures administered by Malta Enterprise.

Additional information, such as the details and application instructions, can be downloaded from here: EOI for Technical Experts.pdf.

Join us for the Malta Startup Ecosystem – Government Collaboration for Growth!

For the fourth out of five events leading up to the Start Up Festival week, we will be bringing together government leaders, industry experts, and innovators to strengthen collaboration and unlock new opportunities for growth within our startup ecosystem.  Let’s work together to drive meaningful change and growth in our communities.

Building a startup takes guts, grit, and relentless energy - but at what cost?

Burnout among startup founders isn't just common - it's dangerously underestimated.

Research from Harvard Business Review shows that founder burnout doesn't just affect personal wellbeing; it directly impairs decision-making and leadership effectiveness.

When you're running on empty, it's harder to lead with clarity, make smart strategic calls, or support your team.

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Join Us for the 2nd Edition of the Global Semiconductor Conference Malta (GSCM) – 10-11 November 2025!

Building on the success of last year’s event, the Global Semiconductor Conference Malta (GSCM) returns for its highly anticipated second edition, bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, and experts to discuss the future of the semiconductor industry.

This year’s theme “The Ten-Year Race Towards a €2 Trillion Semiconductor Industry”

Join us for an exclusive info session hosted by Malta Enterprise through Business 1st in collaboration with the Ministry for Gozo and Planning on the14th March 2025 at Gozo Innovation Hub, Xewkija

This event is designed to drive innovation and opportunity in Gozo’s business landscape.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur or business leader, this is your chance to:

- Discover business support schemes

- Connect with key stakeholders

- Be part of Gozo’s economic growth

Malta has once again been recognised as a top destination for innovative startups, retaining its fourth place ranking in Europe for the second consecutive year. This recognition, highlighted in the 2024 Startup Nations Standard (SNS) Report by the Europe Startup Nations Alliance (ESNA), which evaluates 24 EU countries, underscores Malta’s commitment to fostering a dynamic and entrepreneur-friendly ecosystem.

MicroInvest applications are now open. 

Application forms must be submitted through the client portal.