Publications – David Zahra & Associates

Capital Markets Malta MFSA PublicationsMalta’s Shift to T+1 Settlement Set to Enhance Market Attractiveness and Efficiency

April 10, 2026

The Malta Financial Services Authority (“MFSA”) and the Central Bank of Malta (“CBM”) have jointly announced a significant step in enhancing the efficiency and international competitiveness of Malta’s capital markets: the establishment of a T+1 National Coordination Group (“NCG”) to govern Malta’s transition to a one-day (T+1) securities settlement cycle, from the current market standard...

Commercial Court Litigation Malta PublicationsThe Return of Malta’s Commercial Court

April 8, 2026

Malta has taken a decisive step in reshaping its commercial litigation landscape, with the re-establishment of the Commercial Court as a distinct superior court. Introduced through Act No. IV of 2026, enacted on 17 March 2026, the reform brings back a dedicated forum for resolving complex commercial disputes. The move, approved unanimously by Parliament, reflects a clear recognition that Malta’s legal system must evolve...

Company law Malta Malta Business Registry PublicationsThe Company’s Registered Email Address: More Than a Formality

March 2, 2026

In a development that reflects the continued digitalisation of corporate governance, recent amendments to the Companies Act place increased emphasis on a company’s registered electronic mail address. In her insightful article published in The Times of Malta, our Associate Dr Emma Fenech examines why this seemingly administrative requirement carries significant implications for directors and company secretaries. Click the following link to read the full article. Company officers are now under a statutory duty to ensure...

Malta Publications ShippingTransport Malta Publishes Code of Standards for Resident Agents

February 20, 2026

Malta has taken another significant step in strengthening the regulatory integrity of its maritime register. On 30 January 2026, Transport Malta’s Merchant Shipping Directorate issued a new Code of Standards for the Appointment and Responsibilities of Resident Agents (the “Code”).The Code introduces a more structured and formalised framework governing Resident Agents appointed by International Owners...

Firm News IFRL1000 PublicationsDavid Zahra & Associates Advocates retains ‘Tier 2’ position in IFLR1000 ranking 2025

October 10, 2025

We are pleased to announce that we have retained our ‘Tier 2’ position in the IFLR1000 ‘Financial and Corporate’ rankings for 2024. In addition, David Zahra has once again been recognized as a ‘highly regarded lawyer’, specifically within the banking, Capital Market: Debts and M&A practice areas. IFLR1000 undertakes qualitative research into law firms and...

Commercial Yachts International Malta Publications ShippingAndrew Grech Contributes to the AIJA Transport Law and Logistics Commission Newsletter

September 22, 2025

We are pleased to share that Andrew Grech has contributed his article, titled “Exclusive Electronic Certificates and Commercial Yacht Code 2025: Malta’s Latest Maritime Developments”, to the 17th edition of the AIJA Transport & Logistics Law Commission Newsletter, published today. In his contribution, Andrew examines Malta’s recent move to issue statutory vessel certificates exclusively in...

ABL International PublicationsAlliance of Business Lawyers Shortlisted for “Network of the Year” at The Lawyer European Awards 2025

September 15, 2025

The Alliance of Business Lawyers (ABL) has been shortlisted in the Network of the Year category at The Lawyer European Awards 2025. The Lawyer European Awards celebrate legal excellence and recognize firms and networks for their contribution to innovation, collaboration, and cross-border capability. This nomination highlights ABL’s recent efforts to strengthen its membership, increase global...

Malta PublicationsMandatory Submission of Forms from 1 September 2025

July 16, 2025

In line with its commitment to becoming fully paperless, the Malta Business Registry (MBR) has announced that with effect from 1 September 2025, a number of statutory forms and other documents must be submitted exclusively through its online system, BAROS (Business Automation Registry Online System). The statutory forms that are to be submitted only through...

Firm News IFRL1000 PublicationsDavid Zahra & Associates Advocates retains ‘Tier 2’ position in IFLR1000 ranking 2024

September 26, 2024

Pleasure Yachts Publications VATUnderstanding the 12% VAT Rate on the Hiring of Pleasure Yachts

March 4, 2024

Following the publication of Legal Notice 231 of 2023 last October, a reduced VAT rate of 12% became applicable in relation to the hiring of pleasure yachts, effective 1 January 2024. The Malta Tax and Customs Administration (MTCA) has recently issued comprehensive guidelines in this regard in order for stakeholders to better understand the implementation...

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Capital Markets Malta MFSA PublicationsMalta’s Shift to T+1 Settlement Set to Enhance Market Attractiveness and Efficiency

Commercial Court Litigation Malta PublicationsThe Return of Malta’s Commercial Court

Company law Malta Malta Business Registry PublicationsThe Company’s Registered Email Address: More Than a Formality

Malta Publications ShippingTransport Malta Publishes Code of Standards for Resident Agents

Firm News IFRL1000 PublicationsDavid Zahra & Associates Advocates retains ‘Tier 2’ position in IFLR1000 ranking 2025

Commercial Yachts International Malta Publications ShippingAndrew Grech Contributes to the AIJA Transport Law and Logistics Commission Newsletter

ABL International PublicationsAlliance of Business Lawyers Shortlisted for “Network of the Year” at The Lawyer European Awards 2025

Malta PublicationsMandatory Submission of Forms from 1 September 2025

Firm News IFRL1000 PublicationsDavid Zahra & Associates Advocates retains ‘Tier 2’ position in IFLR1000 ranking 2024

Pleasure Yachts Publications VATUnderstanding the 12% VAT Rate on the Hiring of Pleasure Yachts

May 21, 2026Building a Future-Ready Legal Team: Highlights from Our Development Day

April 30, 2026Malta Introduces Sports Private Limited Liability Company (SPLLC) Framework

April 29, 2026DZ&A attends the Les Nauticales Boat Show in France

April 10, 2026Malta’s Shift to T+1 Settlement Set to Enhance Market Attractiveness and Efficiency

April 8, 2026The Return of Malta’s Commercial Court