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5 NEWS 7.12.2023 Total nights spent by inbound tourists up by 23.3 per cent FROM PAGE 1 Total tourist expenditure sur- passed €300.8 million, an increase of 39.0 per cent over the corre- sponding month in 2022. e av- erage expenditure per night was estimated at €145.9. January-October 2023 Inbound tourists for the first ten months of 2023 amounted to 2,599,155, an increase of 31.6 per cent over the same period in 2022. Total nights spent by in- bound tourists went up by 23.3 per cent, almost reaching 17.8 million nights. Total tourist expenditure was estimated at €2.4 billion, 34.5 per cent higher than that recorded for 2022. Total expenditure per capita in- creased to €914 from €894 in 2022. Total expenditure per capita by inbound tourists October 2021 - October 2023 Total expenditure per night by inbound tourists October 2021 - October 2023 APS Bank introduces e-statements Tri-Mer appoints Matthew Borg as Equity Partner and Director APS Bank has introduced elec- tronic statements (e-statements) for myAPS internet and mobile banking users. Replacing tradi- tional paper statements deliv- ered via mail, e-statements are now easily accessible through the Bank's secure online banking portal. The Bank will send an SMS to all myAPS users when their latest statement is available, granting them access to re- view transaction details and account balances. This digital format empowers customers to view and down- load, their financial informa- tion anytime, anywhere and free of charge. Anthony Buttigieg, Chief Banking Officer at APS Bank, stated, "We are delighted to in- troduce this service to our cus- tomers, providing enhanced convenience while promoting environmental sustainabil- ity and heightened security through a paperless approach. We encourage all our custom- ers to embrace myAPS internet and mobile banking to take full advantage of this latest devel- opment." THE Tri-Mer Group, a lead- ing firm in corporate servic- es, private client solutions, and assurance services, proudly announce the ap- pointment of Matthew Borg as equity partner and direc- tor of its companies. Borg's approval by the Malta Fi- nancial Services Authority (MFSA) marks a significant strengthening of the firm's leadership team. With an extensive back- ground in accountancy, tax and auditing, Matthew Borg brings a wealth of exper- tise to his new roles. Hav- ing joined Tri-Mer in 2006, Borg's dedication and profes- sionalism have been integral to the firm's success. His cre- dentials include being a cer- tified public accountant and registered auditor, a fellow of prestigious accounting insti- tutions including the Associ- ation of Chartered Certified Accountants and the Malta Institute of Accountants, along with holding a Diplo- ma in Taxation issued by the Malta Institute of Taxation. "We are delighted to wel- come Matthew to the part- nership," stated Ian Mercieca, Marco Mercieca, and Aaron Meli, the current partners at Tri-Mer. "His appointment represents a strategic invest- ment in our future, augment- ing our ability to serve both new and existing clients. Matthew's elevation to direc- torship within its companies, entrusted with the license for Trustee Services and Corpo- rate Services, is a natural step within Matthew's career con- sidering the professionalism and dedication demonstrat- ed over his tenure with us." Established in 2005, Tri- Mer is committed to deliv- ering tailored, high-quality services to clients operating in Malta or seeking reloca- tion to the region. e firm prides itself on maintain- ing the highest standards of professionalism and ethics while offering comprehen- sive corporate and personal solutions. As a member of BKR In- ternational, Tri-Mer Servic- es Limited serves a distin- guished clientele and enjoys a sterling reputation built upon dedication, profession- alism, and a client-centric ap- proach.