[WATCH] Government turned around construction industry woes, minister says

Malta’s first Construction, Property and Interiors Expo 2016 • Video Chris Mangion

Government was proud that its policies and decisions had helped turn around the construction industry, and done away with the lack of work and quality that were prevalent in the past, according to infrastructure minister Joe Mizzi.

He was speaking Wednesday at the launch of the Construction, Property and Interiors Expo 2016 held at the Mediterranean Conference Centre in Valletta.

Mizzi said that the construction industry remained one of Malta’s main sectors and was pivotal to the economy.

Minister Joe Mizzi toured all the stands and was given a bried rundown on the technology and products on display

“This government recognised the industry’s importance and this is why we continue to invest in training, as well as keeping up to date with regulations and legislation that reflect today’s reality,” he said.

“One of our main concerns today is safety and security on sites, as well as enforcement practices.”

Mizzi praised the Expo’s organisers for bringing together many stakeholders in the industry to showcase the latest innovations and technology in the sector under one roof, making it easily accessible to the public.

i-MNG Ltd managing director Jason Attard said plans were in hand to make the Expo an annual event

The five-day Expo, organised by i-MNG Ltd, hosts more than 40 exhibitors and will also feature the Malta Architect Awards on Saturday.

i-MNG Ltd managing director Jason Attard told MaltaToday the organisers planned for this to become an annual event that would continue to make the public aware of all technological advances and new processes and products available locally in the industry.