Strategically located in the middle of important shipping routes, Malta Freeport is a popular location for both local and foreign ships stopping to load and discharge goods and commodities. Businesses that set up in Malta Freeport will enjoy exemption from custom duties, stamp duty and withholding tax to foreigners. Currently, Malta Freeport has a total annual capacity of 3.8 million TEUs, which is speculated to continue to increase in subsequent years.