The fifth edition of the Gozo Trade Fair, organised by the Gozo Business Chamber, was held during the first weekend of June at the Gozo Sports Complex, Victoria, Gozo.

Maltacom, was the fair's main sponsor.

Trade fair committee chairman Charlie Axiak, said that the main aim of the fair is to increase and promote new and existing businesses in Gozo. This year's fair offered the visitor a large choice of products and services, ranging from Gozo crafts to household goods and decorations.

An Italian delegation of businessmen from Massafra, Taranto, led by Dr Guiseppe Spera also took part.

Dr Michael Caruana, president of the Gozo Business chamber, announced that the chamber is organising the Gozo Business Awards as of this year. These awards are to serve as an incentive for distinguished Gozitan businesses. Dr Caruana encouraged more Gozitan businesses to become members of the chamber, which is always striving to improve the business environment. He also mentioned that the chamber has just made arrangements with a specialised company to provide its services to the members and help them make use of European funds to further develop their business.