Shipping

The Maltese ship registry is currently the largest European ship registry and is the 6th largest registry worldwide. It is also one of the top 20 registries in the Paris and Tokyo MOU's white list.

Malta's geographical location has contributed to it being a hub for the maritime industry since the early days of the Phoenicians. Thus the maritime industry in Malta is amongst the earliest economies, and due to Malta's experience in this sector resulted in being one of the strongest pillars of the Maltese economy. 

Over the centuries, Malta has continuously developed a variety of international maritime services and facilities to ship owners and is renowned for its vast knowledge, commitment and attention to detail to meet the industry's needs. The Maltese maritime legal framework is constantly updated to address changes in requirements and obligations arising from within the industry and international conventions.

Malta is also distinguished for its wide range of services available to the maritime sector which range from natural harbours, various well equipped marinas, repair and maintenance facilities to exceptional professional legal, accounting and tax services. 

Over the years, our shipping team has assisted various clients on a variety of matters ranging from tax, company set-up, registration, accounting and other related matters.

How we can help

Our team can provide advice and assistance in the following areas:

  • Malta Flag Ship registration
  • Compliance with flag registration requirements
  • Incorporation of a Company under the Maltese Companies Act or the Maltese Merchant Shipping Act
  • Company law matters
  • Company registration compliance obligations
  • Accounting and Audit services
  • Payroll matters
  • Maltese Tonnage Tax and Income Tax matters
  • Maltese Value Added Tax matters

Contact us

Neville Gatt

Neville Gatt

Head of Tax, PwC Malta

Tel: +356 2564 6791

David Ferry

David Ferry

Tax Partner, PwC Malta

Tel: +356 2564 6712

Mark Lautier

Mark Lautier

Tax Partner, PwC Malta

Tel: +356 2564 6744

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