The MTA
Boards & Committees
The boards and committees guiding Malta's tourism sector — ensuring transparency, strategic direction, compliance and fair regulation under the Malta Travel & Tourism Services Act.
The governance architecture of the Malta Tourism Authority (MTA) is composed of a number of dedicated boards and committees. These bodies oversee key aspects of policy, regulation and enforcement within the tourism sector.
Their responsibilities, as outlined in the Malta Travel & Tourism Services Act, ensure that decisions are made transparently and in alignment with national tourism objectives.
Malta Tourism Authority Board
The Malta Tourism Authority Board is responsible for guiding the strategic direction of the Authority, fostering industry growth and ensuring the sustainable development of Malta's tourism sector. Its composition includes experienced professionals from diverse backgrounds who collectively contribute to policy and operational decisions.
Composition
- Dr Charles MangionChairman
- Mr Carlo MicallefChief Executive Officer (Ex-Officio)
- Mr Alan BorgMember
- Mr Kevin DeCesareMember
- Mr Alan ArrigoMember
- Mr George MicallefMember
- Mr Joseph MuscatMember
- Ms Rebecca BonniciMember
- Ms Rita VellaMember
- Mr David CurmiMember
- Ms Jennifer FalzonMember
- Ms Romina FenechMember
- Dr Stephanie AbelaBoard Secretary
Enforcement Board
The Enforcement Board plays a critical role in upholding industry standards and regulatory compliance. It oversees enforcement actions and ensures adherence to the regulations set out in the Malta Travel & Tourism Services Act.
Composition
- Chev Tony ColeiroChairperson
- Dr Tiffany Ann AttardMember
- Mr Johann MulaMember
- Dr Marita Pace DimechSecretary
Tourism Appeals Board
The Tourism Appeals Board provides an independent platform for reviewing decisions related to tourism regulations and enforcement. It ensures fair and impartial assessments of appeals brought forward by stakeholders within the sector.
Composition
- Dr Ivan SammutChairperson
- Mr Clive AquilinaMember
- Ms Audrey FeliceMember
- Dr Charlene GrimaSecretary