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Malta Code Of Standards For Resident Agents
Malta Code of Standards for the Appointment and Responsibilities of Resident Agents marks a significant step in formalising regulatory oversight of international shipowners operating under the Maltese flag. The framework was issued by Transport Malta’s Merchant Shipping Directorate through Merchant Shipping Notice 203. The Code is issued in the context of the Ships Eligible for Registration Regulations (S.L. 234.23), which require international owners to appoint a resident agent in Malta.
Malta Transport
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Papilio Services Limited
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Marine Casualties, Investigations And Liabilities In Malta: AIJA TLLC Cross-border Questionnaire
Malta's comprehensive maritime legal framework governs marine casualties through domestic legislation and international conventions, establishing clear protocols for investigations, liability determinations, and wreck removal. Understanding the interplay between the Merchant Shipping Act, international conventions like SOLAS and the Nairobi Wreck Removal Convention, and Malta's unique position as a major flag state is essential for shipowners, P&I clubs, and maritime practitioners navigating casualty respon
Malta Transport
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Ganado Advocates
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EU Commission Completes Deforestation Regulation Simplification Package
The European Commission has finalized its simplification package for the EU Deforestation Regulation, introducing significant changes to product coverage and operational procedures. The package includes modifications to the list of regulated products, technical updates to the Information System, and multilingual guidance documentation. These developments represent the Commission's response to feedback from Member States and affected industries seeking more streamlined compliance processes.
European Union Environment
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Jones Day
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The Return Of The Commercial Court In Malta: A New Chapter For Commercial Litigation
Malta's Commercial Court has been re-established as a superior court with extensive jurisdiction over commercial disputes, maritime matters, aviation claims, and intellectual property cases. The reform introduces significant changes to how commercial litigation will be handled, though certain aspects of the Court's scope remain subject to interpretation. Practitioners must carefully navigate the new jurisdictional framework to ensure cases are filed in the appropriate forum.
Malta Litigation
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CSB Group
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Rail, Road & Cycling

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Horizon Scanner: Energy Planning Infrastructure And Construction May 2026 - Transport
The European Commission has launched consultations on alternative fuels infrastructure and air transport state aid guidelines, while new regulations address greenhouse gas emissions accounting and railway capacity coordination. Recent proposals aim to simplify cross-border rail travel through unified booking systems and passenger protection measures, alongside guidance for the transport sector on fuel supply disruptions.
Ireland Transport
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Arthur Cox
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Fatal Car Accident In Italy: Wrongful Death Claims
Every year, thousands of foreign tourists, workers, and international residents are involved in road accidents in Italy. When a fatal road accident occurs, families are left dealing with grief, insurance companies, Italian authorities, and complex legal procedures. If you have lost a relative in a car crash in Italy, or if you are involved in a fatal road accident case as a foreign citizen, Italian law entitles you to significant financial compensation.
Italy Litigation
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Arnone & Sicomo
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