Malta, an archipelago located in the central Mediterranean Sea, boasts a population of approximately 520,000 people densely distributed across an area of just over 246 square kilometres. This high population density has led to a highly developed and robust telecommunications infrastructure. Malta's unique geographical constraints, being an island nation, have necessitated innovative solutions such as undersea cables for international telecommunications links. Malta's telecommunications sector is mature, with near-universal broadband and mobile phone coverage, and competitive services provided by multiple operators. The country is also investing significantly in renewable energy technologies, with a target of 100% of total energy production from renewable sources by 2050. The technology sector is advanced with a strong focus on innovation, particularly in the fields of ICT, gaming, health technologies, and maritime services.
Mobile Network Operators
The are 3 companies operating mobile networks in this region.
Epic Communications Limited, originally known as Vodafone Malta Limited, is a prominent mobile network operator in Malta, holding the position of the second largest in the country by customer base. The company was established in 1989 under the name Telecell Limited, marking it as the first mobile network provider in Malta. The company underwent a significant transition in November 2020, adopting its current name, Epic Malta, following its acquisition by Monaco Telecom.
The company has been a pioneer in the Maltese telecommunications sector, introducing numerous firsts such as the launch of...
Go Tunisie Telecom is a telecommunications company operating in Malta. The company is a subsidiary of Tunisie Telecom, the incumbent telecom operator in Tunisia. Go Tunisie Telecom was established in 2016, when Tunisie Telecom purchased a 60% share of the Maltese telecommunications company GO from the Emirati EIT for €200 million. This acquisition marked Tunisie Telecom's expansion as a European telecoms operator. The parent company, Tunisie Telecom, is known for its significant role in improving the rate of internet penetration in Tunisia.
Melita Limited, previously known as Melita Cable, is a telecommunications company based in Malta. Established in 1992, Melita is a quadruple play provider, offering services in cable television, mobile telephone, broadband Internet, and fixed-line telephone. In 2010, Melita distinguished itself as the first company to provide high-definition television in Malta via its Melita NetBox digital set-top box.
The ownership of Melita has changed hands several times over the years. In February 2016, private equity investment funds Apax Partners and Fortino Capital acquired the company from previous...