GTG Advocates fields a team of 'knowledgeable and experienced' lawyers, with established strength in advising on ship finance matters. Maritime litigation, importation issues, tax and vessel sale and purchase matters are other key areas of instruction for the group. Practice head Robert Tufigno brings over 40 years of experience in the space, and is highly regarded for assisting local and foreign clients with ship registrations under the Maltese flag, marine insurance matters, and dispute resolution, to name a few areas of strength.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Execellent quality and hands-on service’

  • ‘The approach is commercial and goal-oriented. The service is tailored so it serves the purpose.’

  • ‘Partners are promptly available knowledgeable and experienced. So easy to work with. Well informed, persistent and solution oriented.’

Key clients

  • Intesa Sanpaolo S.p.A.
  • Norddeutsche Landesbank Girozentrale
  • National Bank of Greece
  • ABN AMRO Bank N.V.
  • Nova Marine Carriers
  • ICCREA Banca Impresa
  • Marnavi S.p.A.
  • Corner Banca SA
  • Medazur Yacht Leasing Company Limited

Work highlights

  • Advised Marnavi S.P.A on the acquisition and registration of a Maltese oil tanker.
  • Advised ABN Amro Bank N.V in relation to a supplemental agreement to a $18,750,000 loan agreement.
  • Advised National Bank of Greece on a €10,000,000 financing agreement and mortgage registration of a Maltese superyacht.

Lawyers

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Practice head

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Robert Tufigno