Situated at the gateway between Europe and Africa, Gibraltar is strategically positioned and is recognised as the largest bunkering port in the Mediterranean. This makes it an attractive base for shipping operations and a key hub for vessels transiting between the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. Coupled with the benefits of the UK-EU Treaty, including bespoke access arrangements  and connectivity linked to the Schengen area, Gibraltar offers a highly connected and internationally accessible base for shipping and maritime businesses.

Gibraltar has become an important port for luxury launches and superyachts undertaking transatlantic voyages and has established itself as a maritime centre of excellence. The shipping sector has benefited from Gibraltar’s strong reputation for maritime regulation, including the Gibraltar Ship Register’s continued inclusion on the Paris MoU White List on Port State Control.

Gibraltar offers a comprehensive range of maritime services, including bunker fuel supply, provisions, spare parts and high quality berthing facilities. Importantly, its Ship Register is a Category One Red Ensign Register (the only one on the European continent, other than the UK), enabling the registration of ships of unlimited tonnage, type and length. Equally important is the fact that vessels registered in Gibraltar are British ships and are entitled  to fly the Red Ensign. Shipowners therefore benefit from a respected international registry, a legal system based on English common law and a competitive, service-orientated registration regime.

The shipping industry operates in an increasingly complex and demanding environment, characterised by cyclical freight markets, fluctuating vessel values, evolving regulatory requirements and growing environmental, social and governance (ESG) expectations. Market participants must also navigate heightened compliance obligations and changing global trade patterns.

Through our extensive experience in the maritime sector, we have developed a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by shipping businesses. We work with a broad range of industry participants, including publicly listed shipping groups, privately owned and family-run shipping companies, ship-owning structures, ship management companies, yacht operators and maritime service providers. Drawing on our multidisciplinary expertise, we can provide a comprehensive suite of professional advisory and business support services tailored to the specific needs of the shipping industry, including:

  • Quality audit
  • Book-keeping services
  • Payroll for the crew
  • Tax advisory
  • Group restructuring
  • Yacht registration

How can we help you?

Contact us by phone +350 200 74854 or submit your questions, comments, or proposal requests.