Shipping and Maritime

Malta has established itself as a leading maritime hub, renowned for its strategic location and the strength of its ship registry, being the largest in Europe and sixth largest globally. At InariLaw, we provide comprehensive legal services to clients operating within the maritime industry, be it shipowners, operators, financiers, managers or charterers, ensuring full compliance with the Maltese and international legal frameworks. Our expertise covers the entire lifecycle of a vessel, covering from the initial acquisition to the eventual sale, and assisting during the course of operations. We assist with Malta flag-related matters, including registrations, vessel transfers and deletions. InariLaw also advises on ship financing arrangements such as mortgages and finance charters, ranging from drafting and review of deeds of covenants, loan agreements, guarantees, charterparty agreements, share pledges and other related security documentation.

Beyond transactional work, we offer robust representation in maritime litigation, including vessel arrests and enforcement of claims. Our team also advises on crew employment matters, ensuring compliance with applicable labour and safety standards. Whether you are a shipowner, financier, charterer or operator, InariLaw delivers practical, efficient, and tailored solutions to meet the complex demands of the maritime sector.