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maltatoday | SUNDAY • 23 JUNE 2024 6 COMMERCIAL THE MCAST Open Day events planned for 21 and 23 June 2024 at the Paola and Mosta campus- es have been re-scheduled, as a result of union directives that have impacted staff participa- tion in outreach activities. Information sessions for pro- spective students and their fam- ilies will now be held from 27 June to 12 July. These sessions will take place at the MCAST Campus in Paola and will also be streamed online. The meeting will provide valu- able information about courses, campus facilities, student life, and the application process. At- tendees will have the opportuni- ty to ask questions and gain in- sights into what the College has to offer. For the info sessions schedule and the most up-to-date infor- mation, we encourage you to vis- it our website at mcast.edu.mt or follow us on social media. Information Session Schedule Venue: MCAST Campus, Paola Time: 6:00 pm 27 June: Institute of Applied Sciences 1 July: Information on New Ap- plications and Apprenticeships 2 July: Institute of Engineering and Transport 3 July: Institute for the Creative Arts 4 July: Institute of Business Management and Commerce 8 July: Institute of Community Services 10 July: Institute of Commu- nication and Information Tech- nology 12 July: Master Degree courses and Doctorate Degree (Applied Research and Innovation Cen- tre) New dates for MCAST information sessions Luca Vella and Rossana Oddi win first race of the Garmin BSJ Open Water Swimming Championships Burmarrad Group celebrates successful bond issue and 40th anniversary BIRKIRKARA St. Joseph Sports Club hosted the first race of the 2024 Garmin BSJ Open Water Swimming Championships in Salina on Wednesday afternoon. The Championships consist of five races on a 2km distance and one 4km race. Luca Vella, winner of last year's championships, was the first to finish the 2km course. He was followed closely by Sam Camilleri, who finished just four seconds behind Vella. In third place was Liam Farru- gia. While sea conditions vary from race to race, impacting performance, both Vella and Camilleri registered marked improvements from the previ- ous year's race. The females' race welcomed many new faces to the fold. Race winner Rossana Oddi se- cured a comfortable lead over second-placed Kaitlyn Mus- cat and third-placed Michela Camilleri. While the three fe- males made their podium de- but, Muscat and Camilleri had competed in last year's cham- pionships, both showing sig- nificant improvements in their timings. The second race of the cham- pionships will take place in Salina on Wednesday, 26th June at 18:30 hrs. Registrations are open online on the Club's website – www.bsj.mt In the meantime, the Club ad- vised that registrations for its annual Garmin Malta – Gozo – Malta and Garmin Gozo – Malta Swimming Competi- tions are open and urged those planning to participate to reg- ister as soon as possible. Birkirkara St. Joseph Sports Club thanked Garmin Malta for their support, as well as the Race and Club Officials pres- ent on the day. FRIDAY'S ceremony at the Mal- ta Stock Exchange marks a proud moment for Burmarrad Group, announcing the successful com- pletion of a bond issue that was fully subscribed in a remarkably short period. This achievement signifies a major milestone, re- flecting the trust and confidence investors have in the company's vision and operations. Speaking at the ceremony, Mario Gauci Jnr, proudly an- nounced how "this event co- incides with the group's 40th anniversary, marking a perfect time to evolve and further invest within our family organisation." The group has come a long way since its inception, thanks to the dedication and passion of its founder, Mario Gauci. who began from a modest agricul- tural background, established Burmarrad Group with a firm commitment to vehicles. Ini- tially focused on importing used commercial vehicles, the com- pany has continuously expanded its services to meet the evolving needs of its clients. Today, Bur- marrad Group, run by Sharon, Maria, and Mario Jnr, who over- see the different aspects of the business, offers a comprehensive range of automotive solutions, ensuring high standards of care and service. Mario Gauci Jnr further ex- plained how Burmarrad Group has grown to become Malta's largest automotive solution pro- vider. The recently launched state-of-the-art facility in Marsa spans over 14,000 square meters and offers a variety of servic- es, including private and com- mercial vehicle sales, corporate leasing, and rentals with a fleet exceeding 1,200 vehicles. Their services also include auto main- tenance, repairs, VRT testing, and body manufacturing. In addition to their automotive expertise, Burmarrad Group has also invested in property devel- opment, recognising the value and stability that real estate in- vestments can bring. This diver- sification ensures a solid foun- dation for future growth and stability. In concluding his speech, Mario Gauci Jr. thanked the public for the trust shown in Burmarrad Group and stated that "Our primary goal - at the heart of our operations, remains to continually enhance customer satisfaction." With strong family values and a forward-thinking mentality, Burmarrad Group is now setting its sights on new milestones and the next 40 years of success. For further information, please contact Burmarrad Group by calling 2157 3261 or email info@ burmarradgroup.mt. www.bur- marradgroup.mt Photo: Alex Turnbull