Marsaskala is undergoing a transformation that places people, accessibility, and sustainability at the heart of coastal
regeneration, redefining how infrastructure investment can enhance both community life and environmental stewardship.

Marsaskala, a historic bayside town in south-eastern Malta, has for decades faced the challenges of underinvestment, traffic
pressures, and fragmented public spaces. In response, Infrastructure Malta has embarked on a comprehensive Marsaskala
Regeneration Project, a multifaceted programme designed to revitalise the locality’s public realm, improve accessibility, and
strengthen social and environmental sustainability.
At the centre of this initiative is an €18 million investment focused on the promenade and waterfront, stretching approximately 1.5 kilometres from the parish church to the former Jerma Hotel site. The project aims to transform the town’s coastal edge into a safer, more attractive, and more vibrant public space. Planned interventions include the refurbishment of playgrounds, the renovation of jetties and slipways, and the installation of new street furniture and paving, all intended to enhance the quality of the built environment and the overall public experience.

A key element of the regeneration is the introduction of a fast ferry terminal, which will link Marsaskala directly with Valletta
through the Tallinja bil-Baħar service. This will be supported by a park-and-ride facility and a circular bus route. Government
projections indicate that this integrated transport approach could remove nearly 22,000 car journeys each year, reduce fuel
consumption and emissions, and provide residents with a viable alternative for both daily commuting and tourism-related
travel.

Earlier phases of the project have already delivered tangible improvements at St Thomas Bay, where Infrastructure Malta
implemented a phased regeneration strategy focused on ecological sensitivity and improved access. Works included the
reconstruction of a 100-metre retaining wall, reorganised parking and shoreline access, and landscaping enhancements that
respect the bay’s rural character. These works are progressing towards completion, with the aim of creating a safer and more sustainable environment for residents and visitors alike.

Additional regeneration efforts have extended to the Fajtata area, where new walkways, family-oriented recreational spaces,
benches, picnic areas, and outdoor fitness facilities have been introduced. These interventions underscore a holistic vision
that goes beyond traditional infrastructure, placing community wellbeing at the forefront of planning.

Taken together, these projects reflect a strategic shift in Malta’s infrastructure policy, one that prioritises high-quality public
spaces, multimodal connectivity, and environmental responsibility. In Marsaskala, Infrastructure Malta’s work is setting a
benchmark for integrated coastal regeneration that aligns urban renewal with community needs and sustainable mobility
objectives.