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      A leading maritime centre

      The Maritime Sector represents one of the main pillars of the Maltese economy and following the membership to the European Union, Malta managed to establish itself as one of the leading maritime hubs in the Mediterranean Region.

      Malta offers a whole range of international maritime services and facilities based on a strong legal framework constantly updated to cater for the always changing industry requirements and obligations arising from international conventions.

      Malta prides itself of a sophisticated network of English speaking professionals coming from different areas such as legal, accounting, VAT and audit professionals with a deep knowledge and understanding of the various aspects of the maritime industry. This offer is coupled with the welcoming approach of ship managers, surveyors and ship yards on the Island.

      Such a network of professionals is supported by 24/7 available authorities and natural resources such as deep natural harbours, state of the art superyacht marinas, refit and repair facilities, bunkering operations and supplies and the presence of local and international operators and service providers.


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      Malta developed a strong legal and regulatory platform that enabled Malta to become an established and reputable place for vessel registration.

      Malta’s modernised tonnage tax regime and EU‑approved maritime incentives.

      The yachting sector represents one of the main pillars of the shipping economy in Malta.

      Importation procedures relating to commercial yachts.

      VAT Department issues new 2020 Guidelines on Yacht Leasing.

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      Anthony Pace

      Partner, Head of Tax

      KPMG in Malta

      Simon Xuereb

      Partner, Private Client and Global Mobility Services

      KPMG in Malta

      Paul Pace Ross

      Director, Tax Services

      KPMG in Malta

      Louise Grima

      Director, Tax Services

      KPMG in Malta


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