Benson Formations

Navigating the 2025 Regulatory & Financial Landscape.

Fiscal Optimization, Compliance & Crewing

Protecting your equity through rigorous compliance and active management.

Strategic VAT & Customs Management

Minimize fiscal friction and safeguard asset exposure across complex international maritime zones.
  • Temporary Admission (TA): For non-EU flags operating in EU waters. We structure TA mechanisms to allow non-EU registered vessels to cruise EU waters tax-free for up to 18 months.

  • Commercial VAT Structures: Implementation of tailored Maltese or French VAT leasing structures to minimize VAT liabilities and enable full VAT recovery for commercial charter operations.

Crew Administration & Payroll (MLC 2006)

The Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) set the global standard for crew welfare. We provide comprehensive structures to meet both regulatory and human resource standards.
  • Seafarer Employment Agreements (SEA): Drafting and management of compliant contracts aligned with global maritime standards.

  • Offshore Payroll Structures: Tax-efficient crew payroll solutions, reducing employer tax liabilities while maintaining full compliance with international labor laws.

Technical Management & Safety Audits

Full assurance for vessel safety, performance, and compliance.
  • ISM & ISPS Code Implementation: Development and auditing of Safety Management and Maritime Security Systems to satisfy flag state requirements.

  • Environmental Standards (MARPOL): Expert guidance on new MARPOL emissions and ballast water treatment regulations to keep your vessel compliant with the latest IMO (International Maritime Organization) laws.

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OUR CONTACTS

Ready to audit your vessel’s fiscal, crewing, and regulatory setup? Contact our Maritime Advisory Team to schedule a consultation.

Location

24 North Row, W1K 7DG, London, United Kingdom

Support

+44 203 974 1244

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