Whilst this very welcomed proposal could have far-reaching effects in terms of its usage in commercial structures, certain types of M&A deals including those involving investment vehicles only wishing to acquire certain ring-fenced assets may benefit by having a swifter and more flexible means of closing deals.

Historically, Malta’s rent control laws were implemented as a social safety net to protect tenants from sudden evictions and skyrocketing rent prices. However, many of these laws date back to a time when economic and housing conditions were vastly different.

It is also important to note that under the Merchant Shipping Act, that such a claim for wages and other specified sums due to the master, officers and other members of the vessel’s complement are secured by a special privilege upon the vessel and shall survive the sale of a vessel by up to one year.

From a public procurement perspective, the CMA introduces a requirement for contracting authorities to apply the most economically advantageous tender criteria, rather than awarding contracts based solely on price, in procurement procedures for critical medicinal products.