Practice Areas > Aviation & Shipping

Overview

Having the status of a Member State of the European Union, boasting safe natural ports and a location in the centre of the Mediterranean, it is no doubt that Malta has established itself as a leading maritime hub. In fact, the Maltese ship register currently ranks largest in Europe and the 6th largest across the globe. These same characteristics make Malta an ideal location for all aviation requirements and the aviation industry is currently focused on achieving the same growth and strength as the shipping sector.

Aviation and Shipping Law are two of Gonzi & Associates, Advocates’ areas of specialisation. The firm’s aviation and shipping team are well placed to offer specialised assistance and comprehensive advice to clients on all aviation and shipping related matters, having developed their skills over several years of experience in these fields.

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Aircraft Registration
Shipping & Ship Registration
Yacht Registration & Incentives
International Trade by Sea

The Process

1

Preliminary Meeting

Our expert lawyers will invite you for a preliminary meeting during which you will be invited to provide an overview of your expected deliverables. Our lawyers will provide an initial overview of the applicable regulatory framework and instruct as to the appropriate steps going forward.
2

Engagement & Onboarding

Upon engagement, you will be invited to create your own custom Client Portal. This will help you keep track of our work for you.
3

Data Gathering

Our lawyers will gather data as appropriate on the basis of which a thorough review of your matter will be conducted.
4

Delivery

Our expert lawyers will conduct the matter and deliver any deliverables within agreed time frames. Throughout the whole process, you will have full visibility of all the work done through continuous updates and your own Client Portal.

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Lawyers

Associate

Dr Kenneth Xuereb

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