CSB Group Team Members Recognised in Mondaq Spring 2026 Thought Leadership Awards

CSB Group is proud to announce that a number of its professionals have been recognised in the Mondaq Thought Leadership Awards – Spring. The Awards showcase the most popular articles based on readership and audience engagement over the past six months across a range of countries and topic areas, highlighting contributions that provide practical insight and value within their respective fields.

Roger A. Strickland Jr., Director at CSB Group, was recognised in the Compliance as well as the Media, Telecoms, IT & Entertainment category for his article “Operating The Market With Edge”. In this feature interview, Roger explores the evolving landscape of iGaming compliance and examines the strategic imperatives shaping tomorrow’s industry leaders. The article resonated strongly with readers by providing a forward-looking perspective on regulatory developments and operational resilience within the iGaming sector.

In the Employment and HR category, Luana Agius and Edward Meli were recognised as co-authors of “Malta Announces Updated Social Security Contribution Rates For 2026”. Their article provides a clear overview of the revised social security contribution thresholds applicable from 1 January 2026, helping employers and employees better understand the practical implications of the updated rates. In addition to its category recognition, the article was also awarded under the “All Topics” category, achieving the highest overall engagement across all of CSB Group’s published content and reflecting its broad relevance and strong readership interest.

Also under the Employment and HR category, Jordan Ellul Dowling and Malcolm Ferrante were recognised for their article “Key Employee Initiative (KEI) vs EU Blue Card: Choosing The Right Skilled Worker Permit For Malta In 2026”. The article offers practical guidance to employers and professionals navigating Malta’s evolving employment permit landscape, comparing two important routes available for highly skilled third-country nationals seeking employment opportunities in Malta. 

In the Immigration category, Malcolm Ferrante and Michela Pace were recognised for their article “Planning To Employ Third-Country Nationals In Malta? New 2026 Requirement Explained”. The article examines Malta’s updated labour migration framework and outlines the key requirements employers must consider when recruiting non-EU/EEA nationals, providing clarity on compliance obligations and available pathways for international talent.

In the Real Estate and Construction category, Gabriele Andreone and Niall Saliba were recognised for their article “Malta Budget Measures 2026”. Their contribution highlights several of the measures introduced in the Malta Budget 2026, with particular emphasis on initiatives aimed at supporting families and strengthening the social safety net, while outlining the broader implications for individuals and businesses alike.

CSB Group extends its sincere thanks to Mondaq for this recognition and to its global readership for engaging with the Group’s thought leadership contributions. These acknowledgements reinforce CSB Group’s commitment to delivering timely, expert-driven insights across its diverse service areas and industries.

With a 360° approach to corporate services and a multidisciplinary team of professionals, CSB Group delivers a comprehensive suite of services covering Corporate & Trust, Accounting, Tax, Regulatory & Compliance, Financial Services & Fintech, Gaming, Immigration, Relocation, Yachting, Property Sales & Letting and Serviced Offices & Co-working.