About Us
Discover the story of PG plc
History
Our Story
PG plc is a reputable investment company with interests in a number of successful ventures in the Maltese Islands. The company employs over 350 people across diverse sectors including real estate, supermarkets, and fashion retail.
Founded in 1987 by Paul Gauci, the group has grown to become one of Malta's most recognised business groups. From the introduction of ZARA Fashion in 2002 to the development of PAMA Shopping Village in 2015-2016, PG plc has consistently demonstrated its commitment to bringing world-class retail experiences to Malta.
Corporate History
Although the Group was set up in November 2016, its subsidiaries date back to February 1987. At the time, the Company's sole director, Mr. Paul Gauci, an experienced and well respected businessman in Malta, started this retail business. He understood the opportunities prevailing at the time, focused on the retail sector and continued to diversify his operations. In all his business ventures, Mr. Gauci always adopted the same principles: offering his clients the products they want, at the right price and from the best localities. He never compromised on quality of service and this led to the success of his Group.
Timeline
Key Milestones
The Beginning
Mr. Paul Gauci, at the time the Company’s sole director, starts a retail business after understanding the opportunities prevailing at the time.
ZARA Franchise Acquired
Mr. Gauci acquires the franchisee license to operate in Malta the internationally renowned clothing company ZARA.
Opening of PAVI Shopping Complex
Mr. Gauci’s business acumen led to acquiring a closed manufacturing plant in the outskirts of Qormi and converting it into a multi-storey shopping complex. The anchor tenant, PAVI, a 5,000 sqm supermarket inaugurated in October 2006, was complemented by surrounding retail outlets ranging from financial services to textile and catering.
- Total footprint
- 14,069 sqm
- Supermarket space
- 5,000 sqm
- Retail space
- 2,098 sqm
- Parking spaces
- 500
First ZARA Home Outlet
Opening of the first ZARA Home outlet at the ZARA Sliema Department Store.
Opening of PAMA Shopping Village
Inspired by its 8-year-old predecessor, this second project revolutionised the Maltese supermarket industry with PAMA Supermarket, 4,800 sqm in size, acquiring a 7% market share in its first full year of operation. A long-abandoned area in the outskirts of Mosta, the size of five football pitches, was leased in 2013 and converted in just nine months into what is now known as PAMA Shopping Village.
PAMA Shopping Mall Extension
Retail space at PAMA Shopping Village extended by another 3,000 sqm a year after the supermarket’s inauguration, through the opening of a shopping mall right opposite the main supermarket.
- Total footprint
- 30,000 sqm
- Supermarket space
- 5,000 sqm
- Retail space
- 6,230 sqm
- Parking spaces
- 1,200
Second ZARA Home Outlet
Opening of the second ZARA Home outlet at PAMA Shopping Mall.
Listed on the Malta Stock Exchange
PG Group listed on the Maltese Stock Exchange following its Initial Public Offering.
Third ZARA Home Outlet
Opening of the third ZARA Home outlet at PAVI Shopping Complex.
ZARA Sliema Refurbishment
The iconic Sliema store was completely demolished in 2019 in a €10.1 million project to redesign the store and increase both retail and store space. The store, one of the largest ZARA stores in Europe, now has five floors of retail space and another two used as storage, for a total retail space of 3,300 sqm.
Leadership
Our People
Values
Our Vision & Values
At PG plc, our vision is centered on delivering unique shopping experiences to the Maltese community. We are committed to providing quality products at value prices with unmatched service excellence.
Customer Focus
Creating unique and memorable shopping experiences for every customer who walks through our doors.
Quality & Value
Offering quality products at competitive prices across all our brands and retail destinations.
Service Excellence
Maintaining the highest standards of customer service, integrity, and stakeholder satisfaction.