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Tax advice for shipping companies

Tax advice for shipping companies is one of the main fields covered by our tax consulting division. We can advise clients in the shipping business right from setting up a company through to everyday business and on to selling a vessel or winding up a company. All of these activities require detailed knowledge of the shipping industry as well as income tax and corporate tax regulations specific to shipping companies. We have built up this expertise over many years, and attend congresses, presentations etc. to make sure that we are up to date with what is changing in the shipping business and can pass this information on to you. We prepare annual reports and tax declarations on your behalf, and can audit reports you prepared yourself. We can advise you on tonnage tax requirements set out in § 5a of the German Tax Code (EStG) and contact specialised tax offices should there be any questions or doubts regarding tax for shipping companies. TPW is also on hand to help out during tax audits or during fiscal court cases. Shipping is an international business requiring an international network of seasoned shipping experts all over the world who can handle any of your cross-border issues. We set great store on providing solutions with our locally based consultants to make sure that you get the support you need.