Corporate

Establishing a Luxembourg Shipping Company

While not required for Luxembourg vessel registration, Luxembourg entities grant access to a competitive, investment-friendly tax framework.

Requirements

Shipping Company Accreditation

Luxembourg entities whose object is the purchase, sale or chartering of seagoing vessels or related financial and commercial operations must be accredited by the Luxembourg government. The accreditation is similar to a business license.

No particular corporate form is required.

Appointment of Luxembourg Maritime Manager

EFS is authorized by the Luxembourg government to handle all modalities as Maritime Manager to secure and maintain Ministerial accreditation for Luxembourg Shipping Companies.