It is unfortunate and disappointing to note a general lack of awareness and appreciation about the vital importance of the strategic role and economic contribution of the maritime Industry to our country in many aspects.
Despite this situation, the industry and the people working within it have “silently” continued to seamlessly deliver essential goods and medicines to us residents of the Maltese islands through thick and thin during the most challenging situations presented by the global pandemic.
From an economic point of view, the maritime industry continues to be a mainstay for Malta’s continued growth and development and the country must ensure it remains so in a post-COVID, 21st century world.