Shipping
Many factors affect the highly competitive shipping industry. Energy prices, government regulations, and macroeconomic trends in global imports and exports are all key industry drivers. Market consolidation, technological advances, changes in financial reporting, and operational efficiencies all can impact firm profitability. Shorter business cycles and fast-changing market forces mean competition among existing companies has escalated. That’s why the input and guidance of professionals with specialized industry expertise is essential to address the challenges and opportunities facing maritime companies.
Graf Repetti’s experienced staff has a depth of knowledge that will benefit your company whether your operations are domestic or offshore. Clients include dry bulk carriers, liquid bulk carriers, container ships, stevedores, and general cargo ships. Our extensive industry background enables us to focus on the unique needs of your company, offering practical and relevant advice to management.
The following services are available to shipping and maritime companies:
- Audits of International Shipping Agencies
- Audits of the Principal Accounts as Provided for in Agency Agreements
- Tax and Financial Consulting Relating to Reorganizations and Restructurings of the Operating Activities of Shipping Agencies
- Representation in Connection with Federal and State Tax Audits of Entities in the Shipping Industry
- Sarbanes-Oxley Reporting Requirements
- Regulatory Controls
- Tax Credits
- Structuring and Restructuring of Companies
For more information, please contact Hussein Ibrahim at 212.302.3300, Ext. 516, email address hibrahim@grafrepetti.com or Lili Huang at 212.302.3300, Ext. 527, email address lhuang@grafrepetti.com.