Ian Camilleri

Ian Camilleri is Chief Operating Officer at St John’s Co-Cathedral, where he is responsible for the operational stewardship of one of Malta’s most significant historic and cultural monuments. His remit includes maintenance and infrastructure, operational services, contractor management, security, and the integration of new technologies within the Cathedral’s sensitive heritage environment.

With a background in electrical and mechanical engineering and as a warranted electrician, he has led a number of major technical and infrastructure initiatives, including significant lighting and connectivity upgrades designed to support the Cathedral’s conservation, accessibility, and day-to-day operation.

Prior to joining St John’s Co-Cathedral, he held senior roles at STMicroelectronics. He holds a Master of Science in Governance and Management and is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Business Administration, with research focused on the integration of emerging AI-enabled technologies within sacred heritage sites.

Ian Camilleri will be speaking at the Digital Collections Summit 2026 :

How Digital Can Bring Visitors Closer to Masterpieces

How can digital technology bring visitors closer to a masterpiece without distracting from the original work? This session explores the award-winning Caravaggio Wing at St John’s Co-Cathedral, Malta, where immersive storytelling, large-scale projections, interactive experiences and digital interpretation were carefully designed to deepen engagement with two of Caravaggio’s most important paintings. Learn how the project balanced technology, curatorial vision and heritage conservation to create a compelling visitor experience, and discover practical lessons for museums seeking to use digital tools to make collections more accessible, engaging and meaningful.