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Sustainability In The Maritime Sector: Challenges And Opportunities

In May 2025, the University of Malta hosted the Maritime Platform Conference, a pivotal gathering of academics and industry professionals focused on innovation in marine and maritime sustainable developments.

Malta Transport

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Finance Malta

Malta Commercial Yacht Code (CYC) 2025

The Malta Commercial Yacht Code (CYC) 2025 (the "Code"), which supersedes its predecessor, the CYC 2020, entered into force on 1 July 2025 and constitutes...

Malta Transport

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Papilio Services Limited

Malta's CYC 2025 And SCYC: A Clear Path For Commercial Yachts

Malta continues to strengthen its reputation as a premier yacht flag state through two comprehensive regulatory frameworks: The Small Commercial Yacht Code (‘sCYC') 2024 and the newly announced Commercial Yacht Code...

Malta Transport

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CSB Group

Legal Notice 139 Of 2025: Audit Exemptions And Their Impact On Shipping Organisations In Malta

Malta has long established itself as one of the world's leading maritime jurisdictions, with a ship and yacht register that attracts owners and operators globally.

Malta Commercial

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CSB Group

Malta Revised The Commercial Yacht Code

Malta Transport

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Papilio Services Limited

Burden Of Proof And The International Carriage Of Goods: Insurer Succeeds In Cargo Theft Claim

Malta Transport

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Ganado Advocates

When Maritime Contracts Meet Real-world Risks: Lessons From The M.V. Sea Patron Case

Worldwide Transport

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Ganado Advocates

21 Fake Flag States, 50 Bogus Websites, One Scam Operation At The Helm

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Sentient International Limited

Maritime Security Onboard Yachts: A Legal Perspective On Private Security And Armed Guards

Malta Transport

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Ganado Advocates

Malta's Cautious Stance On The Russian Oil Price Cap Reflects A Wiser EU Maritime Strategy

Malta Transport

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Ganado Advocates

Clawback Provisions Under Maltese Law In The Scenario Of Mortgage Registration On A Maltese Flag Vessel

Malta Transport

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GTG

Shipping – Malta: The Introduction Of A Security Interest In Finance Lease Transactions

Malta Transport

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Ganado Advocates

UNODC Office To Be Established At Malta's Global Maritime Centre

Malta Transport

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GTG

Digitalisation Of Maritime Documentation By The Malta Ship Registry

DG

Dixcart Group Limited

Malta PR In 2025: New Benefits & Rules

Malta Immigration

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Attard Baldacchino

Virtual Assets And Fintech: An Opportunity For Malta

Malta Technology

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WH Partners

Operating The Market With Edge

Malta Media & IT

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CSB Group

10.4 – Paul Falzon Meets Kenneth Abela (Podcast)

Malta Commercial

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Ganado Advocates

Malta's New Migration Policy: What Third Country Nationals Need To Know In 2025

Malta Immigration

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Attard Baldacchino

Malta Introduces Commercial Yacht Code 2025: Key Updates You Need To Know

The Merchant Shipping Directorate of Malta has unveiled the Commercial Yacht Code ("CYC 2025") set to replace the previous one which was published in 2020. This updated code will come into effect on 1st July 2025...

Malta Transport

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GTG

Transport Malta Updates The Commercial Yacht Code (CYC 2025)

Transport Malta's Merchant Shipping Directorate has introduced an updated Commercial Yacht Code (CYC 2025), which supersedes the 2020 edition.

Malta Transport

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BDO Malta

Transport Malta Issues Revised Commercial Yacht Code (CYC 2025)

Transport Malta's Merchant Shipping Directorate has issued a revised version of the Commercial Yacht Code, known as the CYC 2025. This new code replaces the previous 2020 edition...

Malta Transport

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CSB Group

Yachting And Shipping Regulation In The EU And Malta

Malta's strategic location in the Mediterranean, coupled with its robust legal and fiscal framework, makes it a premier jurisdiction for registering ships and yachts.

Malta Transport

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BDO Malta

Ship Arrest In Malta

Malta Transport

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GTG

Malta Ship Registry Introduced Electronic Ship Certificates

Malta Transport

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Papilio Services Limited

Cell Companies: Revolutionising The Shipping And Aviation

Malta Transport

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BDO Malta

Malta Yacht Registration: Your Complete Guide

Malta Transport

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BDO Malta

Establishing A Shipping Organisation In Malta: Requirements & Benefits

Malta Transport

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BDO Malta

Maritime Trade In The Crosshairs: Understanding The EU's 16th Sanctions Package

European Union International

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Ganado Advocates

Malta Ship Registry Launches Electronic Certification For Maritime Vessels

Malta Transport

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GTG

Malta Ship Registry To Issue Electronic Certificates Effective 1 June 2025

Malta Transport

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Ganado Advocates

Introduction Of Electronic Ship Certificates By Malta Ship Registry

Malta Transport

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CSB Group

Navigating Malta's Yacht VAT: A Guide For Yacht Owners

DG

Dixcart Group Limited

Malta Ship Registry Launches Electronic Certification For Maritime Vessels

Effective June 1, 2025, the Malta Ship Registry will begin issuing electronic certificates for all Maltese-registered vessels, as outlined in Merchant Shipping Notice 193.

Malta Transport

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GTG

Malta Ship Registry To Issue Electronic Certificates Effective 1 June 2025

On 12 May 2025, the Merchant Shipping Directorate of Transport Malta issued Merchant Shipping Notice 193, which introduces a significant regulatory development concerning the issuance and legal recognition...

Malta Transport

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Ganado Advocates

Introduction Of Electronic Ship Certificates By Malta Ship Registry

The Merchant Shipping Directorate of Malta has announced that, effective from the 1st of June, 2025, it will begin issuing electronic certificates for vessels registered under the Malta flag.

Malta Transport

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CSB Group

Navigating Malta's Yacht VAT: A Guide For Yacht Owners

Malta has gained a high reputation in the shipping and yachting world, not only because of its geographical location but also because it offers attractive and competitive incentives, thereby making Malta one of the top flags in the world.

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Dixcart Group Limited

Ship Mortgages In Malta: A Secure Framework For Maritime Financing

Malta Transport

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GTG

Amendments To Malta's Maritime Laws & Regulations

Both the Merchant Shipping Act and the Maritime Labour Convention has enacted significant amendments that aim to modernise maritime regulations...

Malta Transport

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Sentient International Limited

A New Era Of Maritime Excellence: Clarifying Lease Structures

Act No. I of 2025 (the "Act") builds upon key principles from the Maltese Civil Code, Chapter 16 of the Laws of Malta (the "Civil Code"), integrating its lease concept into maritime legislation, however a clear distinction ...

Malta Transport

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Ganado Advocates

A New Era Of Maritime Excellence: Unlocking New Opportunities For Growth

As the maritime sector continues to evolve, innovative financial instruments are emerging to facilitate investment and secure maritime transactions.

Malta Transport

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Ganado Advocates

A New Era Of Maritime Excellence: Chartering The Future

Act No. I of 2025 (the "Act") introduces the finance charter instrument as a legal mechanism to secure lessors' rights in ship financing. This article analyses the newly available security instruments, particularly the financial charter instrument.

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Ganado Advocates

Malta Implements Key Reforms To Maritime Labour Laws

Malta Transport

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Papilio Services Limited

A New Era Of Maritime Excellence: Proposed Amendments To The Merchant Shipping Act

Malta Transport

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Ganado Advocates

Ms Notice 190: Promulgation Of The Merchant Shipping (Maritime Labour Convention) (Amendment) Rules, 2025

Malta Transport

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Fenech & Fenech Advocates

Updates To The Maritime Labour Rules

Malta Transport

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CSB Group

Amendments To The Maritime Labour Convention And The Merchant Shipping Act

Malta Transport

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GTG

Malta Introduces New Security Instrument For The Benefit Of Ship Finance Lessors

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Fenech & Fenech Advocates

Lessons From The Bayesian Yacht Incident: Has The Time Come For Pleasure Yachts To Face More Stringent Regulation?

Malta Transport

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Ganado Advocates

Advantages Of Registering A Ship Under The Maltese Flag State: Malta's Tonnage Tax Regime

Malta Transport

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GTG

The Advantages Of Malta Ship Registration For European Shipowners

Malta Transport

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AGPLAW | A.G. Paphitis & Co. LLC

FuelEU Maritime Regulation Explained: A Practical Overview And A Guide To Achieving Compliance

European Union Transport

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Fenech & Fenech Advocates

Registration Of Yachts Under The Maltese Flag

Malta Transport

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GTG

Small Commercial Yacht Code (SCYC): Who Does It Apply To?

Malta Transport

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GTG

Revamping Malta's Maritime Law: Amendments To Enhance Ship Registration And Financing

Malta Transport

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GTG

Understanding The EU MRV Regulation: Compliance Essentials For Maritime Emissions Monitoring And Reporting

Malta Transport

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GTG

Establishing The Limits Of Shipowner Standing In In Rem Actions Against Vessels Under Bareboat Charters

Malta Litigation

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Ganado Advocates

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Shipping Companies + Yacht Registration In Malta 2023 (Video)

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Zugimpex International GmbH

Ann Fenech Discussing The Tragedy Of The Costa Concordia (Video)

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Fenech & Fenech Advocates

Yacht's Registration

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A. Karitzis & Associates L.L.C

Shipping In Cyprus

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A. Karitzis & Associates L.L.C

Cyprus Shipping

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Elias Neocleous & Co LLC

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