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maltatoday | SUNDAY • 17 NOVEMBER 2024 7 COMMERCIAL Atlas Insurance reaffirms commitment to fostering youth entrepreneurship with JA Malta ATLAS Insurance is proud to announce the renewal of its partnership with Junior Achievement (JA) Malta for an- other three years. This collab- oration extends a relationship that has f lourished for over a decade, emphasizing the role of education in fostering sustain- able community growth, and aligning with Atlas's dedication to empowering the next gener- ation with critical skills in en- trepreneurship, work readiness, and financial literacy. JA Malta is part of JA World- wide, which has been pioneer- ing experiential learning for a century, creating pathways for employability, job creation, and financial success. Through its innovative programmes, JA Malta equips young leaders and entrepreneurs with the tools they need to thrive in the global economy. Matthew Caruana, CEO of JA Malta, said that: "JA Malta Foundation is honoured to have the support of esteemed brands like Atlas Insurance in advanc- ing its mission. As an NGO with expanding projects and an in- creasing impact, the backing of organisations like Atlas Insur- ance is essential for us to sus- tain and enhance the quality of our programmes. Collaborating with industry leaders to engage with young people is now more critical than ever, inspiring them to become the next gener- ation of talent and leaders. To- gether, we can drive meaningful change and empower the youth to shape a brighter future." Matthew von Brockdorff, Managing Director and CEO of Atlas Insurance, comment- ed: "It is a privilege to continue our support for JA Malta and witness the transformative ex- periences these young entrepre- neurs undergo. Each year, we see how these programs equip students with critical skills and a mindset geared towards in- novation and success. Our in- volvement goes beyond mere sponsorship - it is a partnership aimed at building a positive to- morrow, together." Atlas Insurance is the proud employer of over 200 individu- als and fosters an environment where TeamAtlas is encour- aged to thrive and continuously learn. Among their workforce are several former student in- terns who have gone on to pur- sue full-time careers with the company. Understanding the critical importance of early develop- ment, Atlas actively supports programs like JA Malta that empower young individuals with essential skills. This com- mitment reflects Atlas Insur- ance's recognition of nurturing talent from an early stage, not just within the organisation but across the community, under- scoring its dedication to per- sonal and professional growth. APS Bank supports Mumenti show in aid of Hospice Malta APS Bank, through its CSR Pro- gramme, recently further sup- ported Hospice Malta by back- ing the annual Mumenti show on 18 and 19 October 2024. This event featured scenes from much-loved musicals such as Hercules, Mamma Mia, Beauty and the Beast, and High School Musical. The audience enjoyed a variety of dances, a choir, and a live band and orchestra, per- forming timeless favourites. All proceeds from Mumenti went towards Hospice Malta, helping to fund their invaluable work in providing care for those in need. Jeremy Vassallo, APS Bank CSR Manager, commented: "We are proud to support cul- tural initiatives that uplift our community and to collaborate with organisations making a meaningful social impact. By backing the arts and the essen- tial work of Hospice Malta, we aim to enrich our society and contribute to a sustainable fu- ture for all." The Brewhouse and Trident Park project wins Building Awards International Project of the Year 2024 THE Brewhouse and Trident Park project adds another signif- icant award to its already impres- sive list of honours. Announced on 5 November in an awards cer- emony at the Grosvenor House Hotel in London, the Building Awards has awarded The Bre- whouse and Trident Park project International Project of the Year 2024. The award was collected by Mr Jonathan Shaw from ritch- ie*studio, the globally renowned architectural practice that led the regeneration project. The Brewhouse and Trident Park project was shortlisted in the International Project of the Year 2024 category together with Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, a stadium in New York City; Skylight, a new commercial build in Madrid and Oaks Phase 1, a residential build in Prague. During the ceremony the judg- es' commented about the project: "This project meets all criteria with a stunning retrofit of an old brewery into working and leisure spaces, featuring a thermally ac- tive building system and achiev- ing a 55% reduction in whole life cycle CO2 emissions." Coinciding with the awards' 30th anniversary, more than 1,000 of the industry's finest got together to celebrate these major global awards. The star-studded event saw 19 firms and individu- als claim 21 prizes. "It is again a great honour to be recognized among so many oth- er international quality buildings and developments. We are im- mensely proud of this industrial regeneration project that is a first of its kind on the island," com- mented Mr Michael Farrugia, Di- rector of both Simonds Farsons Cisk plc and Trident Estates plc, as well as deputy CEO of the Far- sons beverage business, on this latest award. Winner of several national and international prestigious awards since its inauguration in June 2023, the €86m Farsons Brewery regeneration project has seen one of Malta's finest 20th-century in- dustrial buildings transformed into a vibrant green office cam- pus and world-class business destination. The project was spearheaded by London-based ritchie*studio, led by renowned architect Ian Ritchie, in collabo- ration with Prof. Alex Torpiano's engineering-focused Maltese practice TBA Periti, and celebrat- ed environmental physicist Doug King.