SOLAS Amendments on Container Loss Reporting. New Mandatory Requirements from 1 January 2026
From 1 January 2026, important amendments to the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) will introduce mandatory reporting obligations for the loss of
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SOLAS Amendments Effective 1 January 2026. What Shipowners, Operators and Managers Must Prepare
SOLAS Amendments Effective 1 January 2026. What Shipowners, Operators and Managers Must Prepare
On 1 January 2026, a new package of amendments to the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) will enter into force, introducing material
Norwegian NIS Registration & Process Agent Services
Norwegian NIS Registration & Process Agent Services | How AGPLAW Assists Shipowners in Structured Flag Transitions
The Norwegian maritime sector occupies a distinctive position in the global shipping industry. Unlike the large-scale shipbuilding jurisdictions of East Asia, Norway is not
Welcoming a New AGPLAW Partner: Mihaela Neagu
We are thrilled to announce that Mihaela Neagu has rejoined AGPLAW as Partner in the Financial Services Regulatory & Advisory practice.
Mihaela returns to the firm bringing over 12 years of experience in legal, regulatory, and compliance roles within the
Geopolitical Tensions and Maritime Risk | Why Strategic Ship Registration Matters More Than Ever
Geopolitical Tensions and Maritime Risk | Why Strategic Ship Registration Matters More Than Ever
The recent escalation of tensions in the Middle East and the disruption of maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz have once again highlighted how vulnerable
Regulatory & Enforcement Exposure for Cyprus Investment Firms | 2026 Outlook
Regulatory & Enforcement Exposure for Cyprus Investment Firms | 2026 Outlook
The regulatory landscape for Cyprus Investment Firms is becoming increasingly demanding, with regulators placing greater emphasis on effective governance, robust compliance frameworks, and operational resilience. As supervisory expectations across
CySEC Circular C754: ESMA Cross-Border Reporting for Cyprus Investment Firms
CySEC Circular C754: ESMA Cross-Border Reporting for Cyprus Investment Firms
Key Obligations and Practical Guidance
On 09/02/2026 the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (“CySEC”) issued Circular C754, introducing a new regulatory reporting requirement for Cyprus Investment Firms (“CIFs”) following an
Tangible Movable Property as Security under Cyprus Law | Lending & Taking Security in Cyprus. Part 2
Tangible Movable Property as Security under Cyprus Law | Lending & Taking Security in Cyprus. Part 2
Introduction
Tangible movable property plays a central role in secured lending structures particularly in corporate and asset-based financings. This note outlines what is
Lending & Taking Security in Cyprus. Part 1
Lending & Taking Security in Cyprus |The Legal Framework, Emerging Risks & Strategic Considerations for Lenders
Cyprus has long positioned itself as a strategic European hub for international structuring, cross-border investments and financing transactions. As an EU Member State with
Welcoming a New AGPLAW Partner: Kallistheni Kitsis
We are proud to announce that Kallistheni Kitsis has joined our firm as Partner | Transactions, Private Client & Advisory. Kallistheni brings with her over 25 years of international legal and academic experience across Cyprus, UK, United States, Saudi Arabia,