The MTA

Boards & Committees

The boards and committees guiding Malta's tourism sector — ensuring transparency, strategic direction, compliance and fair regulation under the Malta Travel & Tourism Services Act.

The governance architecture of the Malta Tourism Authority (MTA) is composed of a number of dedicated boards and committees. These bodies oversee key aspects of policy, regulation and enforcement within the tourism sector.

Their responsibilities, as outlined in the Malta Travel & Tourism Services Act, ensure that decisions are made transparently and in alignment with national tourism objectives.

Malta Tourism Authority Board

The Malta Tourism Authority Board is responsible for guiding the strategic direction of the Authority, fostering industry growth and ensuring the sustainable development of Malta's tourism sector. Its composition includes experienced professionals from diverse backgrounds who collectively contribute to policy and operational decisions.

Composition

Dr Charles MangionChairman
Mr Carlo MicallefChief Executive Officer (Ex-Officio)
Mr Alan BorgMember
Mr Kevin DeCesareMember
Mr Alan ArrigoMember
Mr George MicallefMember
Mr Joseph MuscatMember
Ms Rebecca BonniciMember
Ms Rita VellaMember
Mr David CurmiMember
Ms Jennifer FalzonMember
Ms Romina FenechMember
Dr Stephanie AbelaBoard Secretary

Enforcement Board

The Enforcement Board plays a critical role in upholding industry standards and regulatory compliance. It oversees enforcement actions and ensures adherence to the regulations set out in the Malta Travel & Tourism Services Act.

Composition

Chev Tony ColeiroChairperson
Dr Tiffany Ann AttardMember
Mr Johann MulaMember
Dr Marita Pace DimechSecretary

Tourism Appeals Board

The Tourism Appeals Board provides an independent platform for reviewing decisions related to tourism regulations and enforcement. It ensures fair and impartial assessments of appeals brought forward by stakeholders within the sector.

Composition

Dr Ivan SammutChairperson
Mr Clive AquilinaMember
Ms Audrey FeliceMember
Dr Charlene GrimaSecretary