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34 | Architecture & Design W ith a remarkable 70-year journey marked by innovation, quality craftsmanship, and strategic expansion, Halmann Vella Group plc stands as a beacon of a successful family business. Founded in 1954 with a modest mission to manufacture terrazzo tiles, the company has evolved with a strong presence in the natural stone and marble industry. Halmann Vella has traversed years of evolution, marked by strategic investments, landmark projects, and a steadfast dedication to quality craftsmanship. This foresight propelled its expansion and cemented its reputation for delivering superior products and services. Halmann Vella Group continues to thrive, overcoming diverse challenges with resilience and innovation. With over 200 dedicated employees, the company operates from two expansive production sites totalling 40,000 square meters, a retail outlet and a state-of-the-art showroom. These facilities, equipped with state-of-the-art machinery and logistics centre, ensure efficiency and precision in every aspect of production. Reflecting on the company's evolution, CEO Kevin Rapinett remarks, "In today's rapidly changing world, organizations face the challenge of adapting to shifting workplace dynamics and cultural transformations. With a multinational environment, the influx of younger generations, heightened expectations, and a burgeoning sense of entitlement, navigating these changes is essential for success. Embracing diversity, leveraging the vigour of youth, and surpassing expectations are not merely goals, but crucial strategies for thriving in this evolving environment." The company's impressive portfolio includes landmark projects that have shaped the architectural landscape of Malta and beyond – from the Parliament building and Valletta City Gate to The Citadella, from Smart City to Manoel Island to the more recent Trident Park and The Farsons Brewery, each structure a testament to the company's celebrATing 70 YeArs of excellence And InnovATion: HAlMANN VEllA'S JOURNEY C e l e b r a t i n g 7 0 y e a r s o f e x c e l l e n c e a n d i n n o v a t i o n , H a l m a n n V e l l a G r o u p p l c c o n t i n u e s t o t h r i v e a s a b e a c o n o f s u c c e s s i n t h e n a t u r a l s t o n e a n d m a r b l e i n d u s t r y . E m b r a c i n g d i v e r s i t y a n d i n n o v a t i o n , t h e c o m p a n y r e m a i n s c o m m i t t e d t o d e l i v e r i n g s u p e r i o r p r o d u c t s a n d s e r v i c e s . Trident Park The Farsons Brewery City Gate