Support for the Rental and Acquisition of Industrial Space

Janice Galea

Array

15 September, 2025

Malta Enterprise has launched a new incentive designed to help businesses secure the right space to grow, expand, or relocate their operations.

The Support for the Rental and Acquisition of Industrial Space Scheme offers a mix of cash grants and tax credits to reduce the cost of renting or purchasing eligible industrial premises. Applications are open until 31st October 2030 and the scheme falls under the De Minimis Regulation.

Who Can Apply?

The scheme is open to local enterprises with fewer than 250 employees engaged in any of the following activities:

Manufacturing

Artisanal work

Industrial packaging

Vehicle maintenance and repairs

Machinery & electrical equipment repairs

Industrial laundry services

To qualify, applicants must also meet at least one of these conditions:

The business is in its first 3 years of operation, with no trade income in the last 2 fiscal years.

The business needs more space to expand or diversify operations.

The business is being forced to relocate due to lease termination or eviction.

The business is acquiring premises to replace equivalent rented space for a sustainable activity.

Important: The premises must be in industrial zones classified as Category E or F and have the necessary permits. Properties in residential areas, or those mainly used for client-facing purposes (e.g., showrooms, reception areas), are not eligible.

What Support is Available?

The scheme helps with both renting and purchasing industrial property, for a period of up to 6 years:

Up to €50,000 grant per year (capped at €300,000 over 6 years per business).

First 3 years → support given as cash grants.

Next 3 years → support given as tax credits.

This article reflects the guidelines published by Malta Enterprise as at 10th September 2025.

Over the years we have successfully assisted many of our clients to apply for such schemes. Are you eligible for this scheme? For further information contact us.

*The objective of this summary is to outline the principal elements of the rules being summarised herein. Accordingly, it is not intended to be provided by way of comprehensive and definitive advice. Readers should seek professional advice by contacting DFK Malta Tax & Consultancy Limited before acting upon any information included in this article.

Key Contacts

Daniel Borg

Director - Accounting & Advisory

daniel.borg@dfkmalta.com

Mark Baldacchino

Accounting & Advisory Assistant Manager

mark.baldacchino@dfkmalta.com