Malta’s Prime Minister Robert Abela welcomed leading gaming and tech firms as SiGMA Euro‑Med 2025 opened at the Mediterranean Maritime Hub in Marsa. Touring exhibition booths alongside Economy Minister Silvio Schembri and SiGMA founder Eman Pulis, Abela spotlighted Malta’s position as a regulated innovation hub and a magnet for investment.
Key Takeaways
- Prime Minister Robert Abela met with major exhibitors including BetConstruct, Amusnet, 1xBet, NuxGame, SoftGamings, Alea, Exa Gaming, GBO International Financial Services, and EGT Digital.
- GamingMalta CEO Ivan Filletti and SiGMA Group Founder Eman Pulis led the official ribbon‑cutting to launch the event.
- A strong government and diplomatic presence underscored Malta’s commitment to the sector, with multiple ministries, agencies, and foreign embassies in attendance.
- Gozo took center stage via the Ministry for Gozo and InvestGozo, tied to an Affiliate Retreat (Aug 28–30) and a VIP day featuring a visit to the Innovation Hub on the 1st.
- The week features a two‑day conference, networking dinners, a finale at Toy Room Beach Club headlined by Be Svendson, and a poker tournament from Sept 2–7 at Portomaso Casino.
- SiGMA Euro‑Med returns to Malta on March 1–3, 2026.
Event Highlights
Abela’s show‑floor tour signaled direct government engagement with a broad cross‑section of the international gaming and tech ecosystem. Exhibitors ranged from platform providers to fintech and digital service specialists, while GamingMalta reinforced the country’s track record in regulation, talent development, and infrastructure.
Who Was There
The opening drew senior figures from across Malta’s public sector, including ministers responsible for the economy, environment, agriculture, European funds, and public works, alongside principal and permanent secretaries and agency heads. Institutional leaders and representatives from several embassies—including the Netherlands and a number of MENA countries—added further diplomatic weight to proceedings.
Gozo’s Role In The Week
The Ministry for Gozo’s presence highlighted the island’s push to attract sustainable investment and innovation. In partnership with InvestGozo, the SiGMA Affiliate Retreat (Aug 28–30) and a VIP program on the 1st—featuring a visit to the Innovation Hub—showcased facilities and incentives aimed at startups, affiliates, and tech companies.
What’s Next For SiGMA
Beyond the main conference and expo, curated networking dinners and entertainment aim to catalyze deal‑making. A week‑long poker tournament at Portomaso Casino offers additional engagement for attendees. Organizers confirmed that SiGMA Euro‑Med will return to Malta from March 1–3, 2026, signaling continued momentum for the region’s gaming calendar.
