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maltatoday | SUNDAY • 11 FEBRUARY 2024 7 COMMERCIAL Cisk rebrand wins Silver at World Brand Design Society Awards 2024 UK agency bluemarlin has se- cured a prestigious Silver award at the World Brand Design Socie- ty Awards 2024 for the successful Cisk rebrand launched last year. The identity category entry for Cisk stood out among the sub- missions, earning bluemarlin the Silver Award for Brand Redesign. The World Brand Design Society Awards are known for recognis- ing projects of significance, cel- ebrating design excellence, and highlighting the best creative en- deavours worldwide. Expressing gratitude, bluemar- lin extends thanks to the World Brand Design Society for ac- knowledging the dedication to innovative and impactful brand design. The agency also com- mends Simonds Farsons Cisk for their trust and collaboration, em- phasising that this achievement wouldn't have been possible with- out the shared commitment to excellence. In addition to this recognition, bluemarlin was also awarded 'Design Agency of the Year' in the Icons of Beer category at the World Beer Awards, specifically for their recent redesign of Cisk. This achievement underscores bluemarlin's commitment to ex- cellence within the global beer industry. Susan Weenink Camilleri, Head of Sales and Marketing at Si- monds Farsons Cisk, expressed her enthusiasm for the brand's new identity: "Our upgraded icon- ic assets seamlessly blend into any setting, and our partnership with bluemarlin since 2018 has been built on trust and open collabo- ration. We're immensely proud of Cisk's achievements so far, and we're brimming with excitement for what the future holds." Bluemarlin's redesign of Cisk's brand identity showcases a co- hesive system paying homage to Malta's rich history and tra- ditions. Inspired by the spirited Maltese culture, the brand livery exudes warmth and positive en- ergy, reflecting the brand's pre- mium credentials. The updated packaging signifies a rejuvenation that aims to elevate Cisk's rele- vance and expand its reach to new markets. Bluemarlin is honoured to con- tribute to the success of Cisk, and this Silver Award further solidi- fies the agency's commitment to excellence in brand design on a global stage. Funding opportunities for projects that enhance environmental sustainability THE Malta Council for Science and Technology (MCST) brought together several researchers from various coun- tries in the Mediterranean for a two- day seminar as part of the European Programme PRIMA (Partnership for Research and Innovation in the Medi- terranean Area). The aim of this seminar is for several researchers to collab orate and come up with innovative solutions for more sus- tainable use of primary resources, par- ticularly in the areas of water manage- ment, sustainable farming systems, and the agro-food value chain. The seminar focused on funding op- portunities for this year through the PRIMA programme. The proposals put forward by local and foreign research- ers, with the professional assistance of the team within MCST, should focus on research and innovation in the thematic areas mentioned for better preservation of the environment. In his speech, Parliamentary Secre- tary Keith Azzopardi Tanti encouraged local researchers to collaborate with researchers from other countries, with these collaborations leading to innova- tive solutions capable of changing the current trend in various sectors, particu- larly when it comes to climate change. "The funding opportunities that we are announcing today showcase the gov- ernment's commitment to foster smart, competitive, resilient, and diversified sectors through research and innova- tion", concluded the parliamentary sec- retary. From his end, the Chairman of MCST, Tonio Portughese, said that through this seminar, the Council is empower- ing local stakeholders, enabling them to form successful consortia. He added that these will ultimately lead to innova- tive research projects addressing crucial common issues in the Mediterranean region. Next APS talk: Behind closed doors – The reality of domestic violence THE 32nd talk of the APS talks series, 'Behind closed doors - The reality of domestic violence', will be presented by Shakira Fenech on Thursday 15 February 2024 at 18:30. Register to join this talk where Shakira will uncover the hidden truths of do- mestic violence. Meaningful support for survivors can only be provided through a deeper understanding of the challenges faced behind closed doors. Hailing from the SOAR Service at the St Jeanne Antide Foundation, Shakira will also delve into the various support services available, em- powering the audience to seek assistance and support for themselves and others. Shakira is a dedicated professional at St Jeanne Antide Foundation (SJAF), spe- cialising in a peer-support service called 'SOAR'. This service provides support to women and children survivors of domes- tic violence as they rebuild their lives in the community. Demonstrating unwaver- ing resilience, Shakira adeptly navigates challenging situations, drawing on her background in Health and Social Care, and five years of experience supporting individuals facing diverse and complex issues. Join this important conversation about domestic violence and contribute to the creation of a safer community. To learn more about this APS talk, kindly visit aps- bank.com.mt/events.