On 21 August 2014 The Government of Gibraltar published the Perpetuities and Accumulations (Amendment) Bill 2014. The Bill is designed to give effect to anticipated changes to the perpetuity period as well as to abolish a rule against accumulation for all non-charitable trusts. The amendment comes after a long-term consultation between the Gibraltar Government and […]
Europa Trust Company Ltd is pleased to report on the progress being made on the formation of Gibraltar’s new bank called The Gibraltar International Bank. The Government of Gibraltar recently confirmed that the Gibraltar International Bank (GIB) has received approval in principle from the Financial Services Commission (FSC) to its application for a licence. As […]
This is a summary of the state of the Gibraltar economy as set out more extensively in the Chief Minister’s full address to Parliament on 30 June 2014 and the budget measures contained therein. The standard rate of tax for individuals is reduced to 20%. The standard rate of tax for Trusts is reduced to 10%. £250,000 Fund […]
A Pre-Budget announcement by the Gibraltar Chief Minister, Fabian Picardo said the Government will be eliminating import and export duties on the sale of art in all forms as from 1 July 2014. Mr Picardo made the announcement ahead of his Budget speech to parliament. The announcement of 0% import and export duties on the sale of art […]
The advantages incorporating or transferring to a Gibraltar company are many. Incorporating a company is a simple process that can create a solid, stable platform for your business and investments. Gibraltar’s client demographic covers all four corners of the globe and their business and investment interests are likewise spread across the globe, and managed from Gibraltar. The […]
The new website details the values and ethics of the company along with its services and products. Included in the website are; 31 Jurisdictions for company incorporations that Europa Trust Company can assist with. 18 additional business services offered. 18 newsletters archived. 6 languages offered when downloading the company brochure. 6 printable fact sheets in the “Learning Centre.” 4 […]
No matter how much money an individual has, it is always important to secure the right insurance and protection for assets, as accidents will happen. On the afternoon of 7 March 2007, a brand-new 55-foot yacht, valued at approximately $2 million was being prepared to be off-loaded for delivery to its new owner in Dubai. Representatives of the yacht […]
Accidents in all forms will happen. It is vital to be prepared. Europa Trust Company can offer you peace of mind as we can assist in the procurement of quality, affordable marine insurance and professional legal advice for you and your vessel. Europa Trust Company is based in Gibraltar and for over 28 years has […]
The concept of incorporating a company comes with the Royal seal of approval it seems, as the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have instructed lawyers to establish companies in each of their names. The British Royal couple, William and Kate have reportedly set up company firms to protect their ‘brand’ and intellectual property rights. The companies will enable […]