Esports production company BLAST has announced a multi-year partnership with GamingMalta, a non-profit foundation set up by the Government of Malta, to develop a dedicated esports hub on the Mediterranean island. The agreement, which will run for at least three years, marks another step in what has been a year of expansion for BLAST.
As part of the partnership, BLAST will establish and operate a esports broadcasting studio and office on the island. Spanning over 1,000m², the facility will be equipped with advanced technology to host Tier 1 esports events, support content production, and provide a base for a local team dedicated to the company’s operations in the region.
The collaboration also will see Malta host nine international esports tournaments as part of BLAST’s global calendar. This includes high-profile competitions such as BLAST Premier and BLAST Slam events, with Malta set to debut on the circuit at the BLAST Premier Bounty S2 in August 2025. The tournament will feature 32 Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) teams competing for a share of a $500,000 prize pool.
There are also plans to promote community development and education. BLAST plans to work alongside GamingMalta to invest in local esports initiatives, build relationships with universities and grassroots organisations, and support career pathways for Maltese players, content creators, and other professionals within the gaming sector.
The partnership is expected to bolster Malta’s position as an emerging esports destination, generating economic benefits through increased tourism, demand for hospitality, and international business interest. It aligns with Malta’s Vision 2050, which focuses on digital innovation, youth engagement, and the creative economy. On the path through reaching that, the country already attracted esports organisations such as FURIA, which established its European headquarters on the island.
This initiative adds to BLAST’s growing international footprint in what has been a notable year of global expansion for the company. Among sponsorship and content deals, another territory expansion move was revealed in May through the announcement of an office in New York.
