Exciting, ambitious and energetic are just some of the words that would describe the impressive year Famalco Group and its diversified business had throughout 2018.
The Mallia siblings, namely Hermann, Sandro and Etienne, quickly established themselves as a household name within the importation and fruit trading business, setting up Fruitland Company Ltd in 1994, marking the foundation of Famalco Group.
Building on their early success, the Mallia brothers boldly seized opportunities throughout the years that followed by investing in a number of diverse industries, namely logistics, investment partnerships, property development, real estate services, retail and hospitality, marketing and communication, mobility, business solutions, earthworx, energy and engineering.
Throughout the past 24 years, Famalco has accomplished great achievements. However, this year will be remembered for the group’s milestones.
Fapi Motors celebrated its 20th anniversary, Faceworks and Fritz Energy & Engineering each celebrated 10 years of service, Domino’s Pizza opened its second store in Qawra, Fritz Energy & Engineering Ltd delivered the first renovated petrol station under the Enemed franchise brand, the introduction of the Korean car manufacturer SsangYong and being entrusted as ambassadors for SsangYong in Ireland.
Managing diverse and unique portfolios is the key strategy for the group’s success. Famalco’s main philosophy is to invest strongly in its people by strengthening and improving the skills and knowledge of the entire workforce to reach the yearly objectives set by the organisation. Most of the teams have been given the opportunity to attend international conferences and workshops, such as the EICMA convention, the Unity Expo and the Coldwell Banker Real Estate Master Franchise Summit.
Director and co-founder Hermann Mallia said: “Investing in our staff is the smartest business decision the group has made. Happy staff, even happier customers.”
The group also prides itself in nurturing strong relations with the represented franchises, and by bringing in professionals from around the world it is ensured that international standards are implemented locally in order to give the customer a great product experience.
Famalco Group is a strong advocate of an effective corporate social responsibility programme that integrates the community’s well-being within the group’s service and product offering.
The group has set up an internal events committee that has successfully hosted a number of events with the aim of breaking away from the daily routine as well as bringing all families together.
This year will be remembered for the ‘Big Toy Day’ where trucks from Fahrenheit and Faceworks were driven by attendees, ‘Rok on the Rock’ which saw KTM stunt rider Rok Bagoroš performing and the ‘Summer Sunset’ event where guests had the chance to mingle and enjoy a show from local entertainers Min Imissu?.
The group also set ‘Familja Fund’, which consists of a bank where directors and staff donate funds and leave days for colleagues in need. So far over 120 members have enrolled in this initiative.
The CSR programme has been extended externally as well. To commemorate Domino’s Pizza’s first anniversary, the group donated six laptops to the Ursuline Sisters. In an effort to support local young talent, the group also proudly sponsored the Fgura United Football Club and St Mary’s Band Club Pool Team.
Famalco Group is working on a number of exciting projects and investments for the next few years, both in Malta and beyond its shores.
For more information, call 2339 2339 or visit www.famalco.net.