TL;DR:
- The Quad Business Towers is a landmark mixed-use development in Malta's Central Business District at Mriehel; four interconnected towers delivering over 44,000m² of Grade A commercial floor space.
- Now completed and operational, The Quad (also known as Quad Central) is home to a wide range of occupiers, from international corporations and professional services firms to fintech and financial institutions.
The Quad Business Towers — Mriehel Central Business District
The Quad Business Towers office space, Malta
The Quad Business Towers is a landmark mixed-use development in Malta’s Central Business District at Mriehel — four interconnected towers delivering over 44,000m² of Grade A commercial floor space. Now completed and operational, The Quad (also known as Quad Central) is home to a wide range of occupiers, from international corporations and professional services firms to fintech and financial institutions.
Developed by the Tumas and Gasan Groups — the teams behind St Julian’s Portomaso — and designed by leading architects DeMicoli & Associates, The Quad has achieved LEED Platinum certification (winner of The Plan Award 2025). As Malta’s specialist commercial office agency since 2016, we advise on both rental and purchase opportunities at The Quad. 400+ concluded transactions, 5.0★ Google rating.
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The Quad Business Towers at a glance
44,000m²Commercial floor space delivered4 towers13 to 19 storeys, around a central piazza11,200m²Total site areaLEEDPlatinum certification4 levelsUnderfloor parking
About The Quad Business Towers
The Quad Business Towers is a one-of-a-kind development in Malta’s Central Business District, set on a site with a superficial area of 11,200m². The development takes the form of four tower blocks of varying height — ranging between 13 and 19 storeys — organised around a central piazza and resting above a commercial pediment. Delivering over 44,000m² of commercial floor space, it combines Grade A office space with a range of retail and amenity outlets, ample parking facilities, and spacious landscaped outdoor areas and piazzas, all crafted to offer an inclusive, top-quality business environment.
Developed to deliver an extraordinary new centre of business setting the standards for the workspace of tomorrow, The Quad was built by the Tumas and Gasan Groups — two of Malta’s most notable property developers, whose previous ventures include the award-winning Portomaso complex in St Julian’s. The development was designed by leading architectural firm DeMicoli & Associates and has achieved LEED Platinum certification, the highest tier of the globally recognised green building standard, winning recognition at The Plan Award 2025.
Special Designated Area (SDA) status
The Quad Business Towers has been granted SDA (Special Designated Area) status — a significant advantage for international investors and occupiers.
What SDA status means
SDA status essentially allows both EU and non-EU nationals the same acquisition rights as Maltese citizens, without the need for an AIP (Acquisition of Immovable Property) permit. There are no restrictions on the number of properties a foreign buyer may acquire within an SDA, and properties can be purchased for investment or owner-occupation.
Intended as top-end developments with comprehensive facility and amenity offerings, properties within SDAs are an immensely popular investment choice with both international and local investors — making The Quad attractive not only as an office address but as a commercial property investment.
For international firms considering a Malta base, the combination of SDA status, LEED Platinum credentials, and CBD regulator proximity makes The Quad a distinctive proposition. See our why relocate to Malta guide for the broader business case.
Amenities & building features
The Quad is designed around the concept of work-life balance, combining Grade A office space with an extensive amenity offering. Tenants benefit from on-site services and shared building facilities that support productivity, wellbeing, and business continuity.
- Coffee shops & cafes — on-site convenience and meeting spots
- Alfresco dining restaurants — ground-level catering establishments
- Fitness centre — on-site gym for staff wellbeing
- On-site childcare — rare provision for working parents
- Event spaces — venues for corporate occasions
- Central piazza — landscaped public realm between towers
- 4 levels underfloor parking — tenant & visitor spaces
- Back-up power generators — business continuity assured
- Shared boardrooms — per-tower meeting provision
- Dedicated reception areas — per tower
- Retail outlets — commercial pediment at ground level
- Landscaped outdoor areas — green public realm
Technical specifications
The Quad delivers Grade A office space built to international standards, designed around an open-plan population density of one person per 12m². The full technical specification is grouped below by system. Note that finishes and provisions are delivered as per the architect’s and fire consultant’s specifications, and some items (such as data-room AC) are tenant-installed at the purchaser’s cost.
Structure
Floor loading 3.0 kN/m² for general office area Clear height 2.65m to 2.75m, finished floor level to suspended ceiling. 500mm clear space for services above the suspended ceiling. External facade & outdoor surfaces
Structural glazing Curved and straight curtain wall facade with LEED-specified glass properties. Overall thermal coefficient U-value 1.28 W/sm. Terraces & service balconies Tensioned stainless-steel cable wire railings; outdoor raised flooring system; undersides in Alucobond cladding; all rainwater and waterproofing systems completed (or as per architect’s specifications). Finishes
Core walls & columns Gypsum plastered, finished in emulsion paint. Main door to unit Fire rated with 2-hour fire rating, per architect and fire consultant specifications. Internal doors Flush doors in kitchenette and toilet cluster. Intercom Outdoor unit intercom at office main door — video / colour. Flooring Reinforced concrete structural slab. Raised flooring system (ceramic tiles) installed with skirting. Ceiling Reinforced concrete flat slab suspended ceiling. Demountable grid type (Class 0, 600mm x 600mm) throughout, with bulkheads where required. Reception area and up to 2 boardrooms per floor in gypsum flat ceiling. Electrical & lighting
Electrical installations Based on a population of 1 person per 12m²: provision for a maximum of one 13A twin socket outlet per person in open-plan office space. Office lighting Open-plan layout designed to recommended average illuminance of 500 lux at desk level on the horizontal working plane. Emergency lighting Self-contained battery-operated emergency lights based on open-plan layout. ICT installations
Fibre supply Provisions for receiving fibre optic supply to each office. Network outlets Based on 1 person per 12m²: provision for 1 grommet per 12m², 1st-fix only, for network outlet per workstation (2 points per person). HVAC
AC system 3-pipe VRF system (simultaneous cooling and heating) per the engineering consultant’s specifications for each office area. Data room AC If the purchaser installs a data room at their cost: one indoor standby AC unit, connected to the uninterrupted power supply. Ventilation Heat recovery ventilation (air-to-air heat exchanger units), capacity 13 litres/second per person, allowance of 12m² per person. Water, fire & internal services
Potable water Supplied from the main system. A water meter per office; consumption charged as metered. Fire fighting Automatic sprinkler fire suppression throughout. All areas appropriately protected by fire fighting equipment. Fire detection & alarm Automatic fire detection and alarm system throughout offices, based on open-plan design. WC Toilet cluster including one male, one female, and one accessible toilet, with all sanitary ware, mechanically ventilated. Kitchenette Potable water supply and drains made available in the area. Other areas Reception & lift lobbies, car park, and external landscaping finished per architect and fire consultant specifications.
Location & connectivity
The Quad is situated on a main arterial road within Mriehel, at the geographic centre of Malta — one of its strongest advantages. The development offers excellent accessibility to key destinations across the island, and recent infrastructure improvements including the Mriehel Underpass and tunnel (completed 2022–2023) have enhanced traffic flow around the site.
Connectivity from The Quad
- Birkirkara — immediately adjacent
- Valletta — around 10 minutes by car
- Malta International Airport — short drive
- Sliema & St Julian’s — 15–20 minutes
- Public transport — nearby CBD bus stops
- Arterial roads — direct access via Mriehel Bypass
The CBD is home to major companies and government entities including the MFSA and FIAU — operationally valuable for regulated and financial services firms. For the wider district context, see our Mriehel CBD offices guide or compare with adjacent Birkirkara.
Buy or rent at The Quad
The Quad offers both purchase and rental opportunities — a flexibility enhanced by its SDA status, which removes AIP permit requirements for foreign buyers. Whether you’re acquiring an office as a corporate investment or leasing space for occupation, we can advise on current availability and terms.
Buy office space
Acquire Grade A office floor space at The Quad — available to EU and non-EU buyers without an AIP permit thanks to SDA status. A popular choice for corporate investors and owner-occupiers seeking a landmark, LEED Platinum address.
Rent office space
- Grade A floor plates — open-plan, customisable
- Flexible occupation — full-floor or part-floor
- Full building amenity — gym, childcare, dining
- 4 levels parking — allocated for tenants
Availability changes quickly. Floor plates at The Quad — for both sale and rent — move on a rolling basis, and availability can change without prior notice, sometimes directly with the developer. Always confirm current availability with our agents before viewing or making a decision — we’ll check live status, terms, and comparable CBD options if The Quad is fully let or sold.
The Quad Business Towers — frequently asked questions
The Quad Business Towers is centrally located in Mriehel, Malta’s Central Business District, on a main arterial road (the Mriehel Bypass) at the geographic centre of the island. It sits immediately adjacent to Birkirkara, around 10 minutes from Valletta, a short drive from Malta International Airport, and 15–20 minutes from Sliema and St Julian’s. The CBD is home to major companies and government entities including the MFSA and FIAU.
Yes — The Quad (also known as Quad Central) is completed and operational, and is home to a wide range of occupiers across diverse industries, from international corporations and professional services firms to tech innovators and financial institutions. Office space remains available for both rent and purchase across the four towers — contact our agents for current availability.
SDA (Special Designated Area) status allows both EU and non-EU nationals the same property acquisition rights as Maltese citizens, without requiring an AIP (Acquisition of Immovable Property) permit. There are no restrictions on the number of properties a foreign buyer may acquire within an SDA. This makes The Quad particularly attractive to international investors and firms looking to purchase rather than lease, and is a key reason SDA properties are popular investment choices.
The Quad delivers over 44,000m² of commercial floor space across four towers ranging from 13 to 19 storeys. Office floors are delivered as Grade A open-plan space designed around a population density of one person per 12m², with 2.65–2.75m clear height, raised flooring, demountable suspended ceilings, and 3-pipe VRF air conditioning. Floor plates can typically be taken full-floor or part-floor — contact us for current available sizes.
The Quad was developed by the Tumas and Gasan Groups — two of Malta’s most established property developers, whose previous ventures include the award-winning Portomaso complex in St Julian’s. It was designed by leading architectural firm DeMicoli & Associates. The development achieved LEED Platinum certification and was recognised at The Plan Award 2025 for its mixed-use design transforming Mriehel’s business district.
Yes — The Quad has achieved LEED Platinum certification, the highest tier of the globally recognised Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design standard. The building implements notable green building concepts, including LEED-specified curtain wall glazing with a thermal coefficient U-value of 1.28 W/sm, heat recovery ventilation, and energy-efficient systems throughout. For ESG-conscious tenants, the Platinum rating is a meaningful credential.
Yes — The Quad provides four levels of underfloor parking for tenants and visitors, a valuable feature in Malta’s busy urban centres and a meaningful advantage over coastal districts like Sliema and St Julian’s where parking is scarce. The development also benefits from recent infrastructure improvements around Mriehel, including the Mriehel Underpass and tunnel completed in 2022–2023.
Yes — The Quad offers both purchase and rental opportunities. You can buy office space (available to EU and non-EU buyers without an AIP permit thanks to SDA status) or rent office space on a commercial lease. Our search is free for tenants; the agency fee applies only on successful placement. Contact us to discuss which option suits your needs.
Enquire about The Quad Business Towers
Tell us your team size, budget, whether you’re looking to buy or rent, and your move-in timeline. We’ll confirm current availability at The Quad, arrange a viewing, and present comparable Mriehel CBD options if needed — within the hour. Free for tenants, no obligation.
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