MaltaPleasure YachtsPublicationsShippingMalta Flag Introduces Voluntary Safety and Certification Framework for Pleasure Yachts under 24 metres
June 8, 2026
Capital MarketsMaltaMFSAPublicationsMalta’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...
From YouTubers ad streamers to app developers and online sellers, more and more young people today are building real businesses before they even finish school. Until now, however, Malta’s legal framework made it difficult for them to do this formally. With the introduction of the Companies Act (Youth Enterprise) Regulations, 2026 – widely known as ‘Intrapriza 16’ – that is finally starting to change. Breaking Down...
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 lawMaltaMalta Business RegistryPublicationsThe 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...
MaltaPublicationsShippingTransport 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 NewsIFRL1000PublicationsDavid 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 YachtsInternationalMaltaPublicationsShippingAndrew 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...
ABLInternationalPublicationsAlliance 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...
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...
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