Bupa which is represented in Malta by GlobalCapital Health Insurance Agency Ltd have renewed their sponsorship of Bupa Luxol Basketball Team for the 10th consecutive season as part of a wider initiative by the health insurance provider  to promote healthier lifestyles in Malta.

Bupa Luxol, is one of the leading basketball clubs in Malta, partly based on their long-standing partnership with Bupa. Bupa is a brand that believes sport is an important part of life, and this reflects GlobalCapital plc’s long-term commitment to helping promote a healthy and positive lifestyle for Malta.

John Tabone, Founder Member Luxol Sports Club, Men’s Team Head Coach and Club Secretary said, “BUPA have been our sponsors since 2003, we’ve donned the BUPA logo on the team’s uniform for the last 260 competitive matches uninterruptedly, and we managed to win 14 trophies in the process. The sponsorship we receive from Global Capital is a great help with regard to the club’s mission. We always want to be around strong and healthy athletes.”

“This sponsorship reinforces Bupa’s and GlobalCapital’s undertaking to support sporting activities, GlobalCapital also sponsor Marsa Sports Club and Sliema Aquatic Sports Club, and related community events in the country,” said GlobalCapital CEO Bashar Khatib.

Bupa Malta  provide a “Healthier Malta” information leaflet for members of the public  that contains a number of tips on lifestyle changes that can assist in improving health. More details are available on www.bupa.com.mt. Those who read Bupa Malta’s leaflet could also be eligible to win prizes by sharing their best health tips on the GlobalCapital plc’s Facebook page.

Bupa Malta was the site of Bupa’s first international business in 1971. The Bupa Group is committed to making quality, patient-centred, affordable healthcare more accessible in the areas of wellness, chronic disease management and ageing. Bupa Malta’s customers receive round-the-clock support and advice through a worldwide emergency medical centre provided by Bupa International. GlobalCapital’s is a strong financial services company with a core focus on insurance protection and investments, providing life insurance, health insurance, investments and insurance broking business. The group provides products and services designed to ensure financial security for individuals, families and businesses.