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Launching Asteria Advisory

Asteria Advisory is pleased to announce its official launch as a boutique legal practice. Areas of specialisation include marine and aviation law, as well as tailored commercial legal services. With a commitment to Building Bridges, Asteria Advisory connects clients with the legal solutions, industry professionals, and opportunities necessary for success.

Asteria Advisory was formerly operated as a corporate services provider under the name of Asteria Management Limited, which is no longer in existence.

The firm is managed by Dr Geraldine Spiteri, founder, who is also a Malta-warranted advocate of 20 years’ standing.

Legal Solutions That Move Your Business Forward

With a strong focus on the maritime and aviation law sectors, Asteria Advisory provides expert legal guidance in ship, yacht and aircraft registration, asset management, regulatory compliance, and business setup. Whether working with shipowners, operators, investors, or aviation professionals, or helping the yacht or jet owner to manage the needs of these highly specialised assets, we ensure a seamless and efficient approach to navigating complex legal and regulatory frameworks.

We also provide general legal, advisory and consultancy services to businesses.

📅 Official launch: March 28, 2025—a strategic date chosen to mark a new chapter of growth and opportunity.

On this day Dr Geraldine Spiteri will also attend and moderate the Mediterranean Business Aviation conference in Malta.

Clients and industry professionals are invited to connect and explore how Asteria Advisory can provide expert guidance in the marine and aviation sectors.

🔹 For inquiries: Speak to Dr Geraldine Spiteri – gs@asteria.mt – or use our Contact form.

🔹 For Updates: We will continue to update our news feed with posts of interest.

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Asteria Advisory to Attend the 14th Mediterranean Business Aviation Conference

Dr Geraldine Spiteri to moderate the conference

Asteria Advisory is pleased to announce its participation in the 14th Annual Mediterranean Business Aviation Conference (MBAC).

The event will be hosted by Aeropodium in Malta on March 28th, 2025. It will be held at the Grand Excelsior Hotel. Participants will have the opportunity to network with like-minded professionals.

This prestigious conference brings together industry leaders, legal experts and key stakeholders in the aviation sector. Discussion panels will discuss the latest trends, regulatory developments, and opportunities shaping the industry.

The MBAC is designed for manufacturers, operators, and industry organisations. The agenda includes robust discussions, analysis of the latest developments, exploration of the regional air taxi market, scrutiny of diverse business models and insights into regional infrastructure advancements.

Asteria Advisory is committed to staying at the forefront of industry developments. Our mission is Building Bridges – fostering valuable connections and providing clients with cutting-edge legal insights.

Asteria’s founder, Dr Geraldine Spiteri, will be moderating the discussions. Expert speakers from well-established and experienced professional backgrounds have confirmed their participation.

📍 Event Details:
📅 Date: March 28,2025
📌 Location: Malta – The Embassy Hotel. Valletta.
🎤 Hosted by: Aeropodium

For those wishing to attend the conference, you may book online.

Aircraft Image (c) Dhang Koi Ta on Unsplash

🔹 For inquiries or to schedule a meeting: head over to our Contact Page.
🔹 Learn more about the conference: click here.

Stay tuned for insights and key takeaways from the event!

The Women-In-Maritime Initiative

A few years ago, I gave a speech in an IMO International Maritime Institute (IMLI) discussion on women in the maritime industry. The IMLI Board of Studies had given me a scholarship to read my masters in 2006 (completion in 2007) so this seemed a good opportunity to give something back.

Today, I attended a similar-themed breakfast, She Leads the Seas. MaritimeMT, in Malta, organised this event as part of the MARMED project.

This get-together focused on the opportunities for women in the shipping industry.

MARMED

The MARMED project is a part of ERASMUS+. It aims to bridge the gap between the existing needs and the current skillset of Maritime Clusters Managers.

MARMED aims to look at upskilling of members of the industry. Other aims include:

  • Outlining an innovative professional profile for increased competitiveness of Maritime Clusters in the Mediterranean area; and
  • Overall, boosting innovation and sustainable growth in the Blue Economy sector.

THE EVENT

This in-person seminar included:

  • an outline of the project,
  • a discussion on the role of women in the maritime industry; and
  • a good overview of available opportunities.

Women are still widely under-represented in the maritime industry. Only 22% of the industry workers are female. There are many actions that the industry can take to change this balance.

The audience included IMLI students, various professionals and lecturers from the industry and officials from the Flag, Transport Malta.

Participants of the meeting also touched upon Women in Transport – EU Platform for change. The objective of this Platform, launched on 27 November 2017, is to strengthen women’s employment and equal opportunities for women and men in the transport sector through the actions brought about by the Platform members. It will also serve as a forum to discuss and exchange good practices.

REMEMBERING – INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR WOMEN IN SHIPPING

The IMO Resolution A.1170(32) of 09 December 2021, established the 18th May as the IMO International Day for Women in Maritime.

OHSA – A New Law on Safety & Security at the Workplace

The Occupational Health & Safety Authority (OHSA) has recently issued a leaflet to outline the basic tenets of the new law. In case you missed it or are not in Malta, here are the key points.

Every worker counts and every worker can contribute to the safety and security of the place they work in. The main objectives of the new law are the following:

  1. Protecting mental and physical health of workers across all sectors
  2. Implementing stronger measures and mechanisms
  3. Fostering a prevention culture among workers and employers alike

Key responsibilities:

  1. Responsibilities of the OHSA
    • Allocating more resources to operate effectively
    • Enhancing skills and competences of its own workforce
    • Introducing new legal measures for rapid intervention in high-risk situations
    • Modernising operational procedures for more effective oversight
    • Health & Safety Responsible Officer – when neccessary to receive reports and investigate, ensuring access for workers to continuous support at the workplace
    • Conducting life consultations nationwide to ensure sectoral improvements.
  2. Employer Liability
    • Risk and hazard identification
    • Assesment of impact of risks on workers’ health
    • Implementing necessary mesures to elimitate or control risks to workers’ health
    • Provide appropriate training and information to workers, based on their role
    • Ensuring competent supervision
  3. Employees’ Responsibilities
    • Cooperate with employer & team
    • Proper use of equipment supplied
    • Reporting of hazards
    • Engaging in continuous training
    • Adopting correct behaviour that does not endanger the team and themselves.

The OHSA offers a helpline – 158 – for more information or any difficulties.

If you are an employer seeking to draft your policies and procedures from this perspective and require assistance, contact us for a consultation. We can provide assistance with preparing your handbooks, policies and procedures, or provide a review based on the size of your operation and workforce.

The Business Behind the Journey: Travelling on Business

Why Travel Still Matters in Superyacht and Aircraft Advisory

At Asteria Advisory, travelling on business is more than a requirement. It’s a core part of how we deliver value to our clients. Whether attending yacht and aircraft shows, international expos, or industry summits, showing up in person remains a powerful tool for business growth. Here are my thoughts on the business behind the journey.

Staying Present in a Global Industry

My work revolves around two fast-paced, high-trust sectors: yachting and aviation. These industries thrive on relationships. While digital tools help us stay connected, there’s no substitute for face-to-face engagement. That’s why events like the Monaco Yacht Show or EBACE are more than just calendar items — they are vital touchpoints for business development.

Beyond the Booths

These events demand long days. Early morning panels often lead to back-to-back meetings, followed by networking dinners and receptions that run late into the evening. It’s tiring, yes — but it’s also where the real work happens.

Over coffee, cocktails, or casual conversations, ideas are exchanged. Trust is built. Opportunities are uncovered. Often, it’s not in the scheduled meeting but in the unscripted moments that collaborations begin.

Asteria on the Move

Since founding Asteria Advisory, I’ve continued this tradition of active presence — now as a solo practitioner. These trips are not just part of my routine. They are an intentional strategy to stay informed, build partnerships, and offer hands-on support to clients navigating ship registration, aircraft certification, and cross-border legal structures.

Travelling on business has great advantages – both personally and professionally.

Travel keeps Asteria connected — and it’s through these global interactions that we continue building bridges, one conversation at a time..

Here’s to more and more – networking, networking, networking.