A yacht owner can own the company in his own name or it can be held for him by nominee company. If the of company is held in the owner's own name, then his name appears as owner of the company at the Companies Registry in Gibraltar which is open to public inspection. Alternatively, if the company is held through our nominee company the nominee company's name would appear on the record and the true identity of the owner remains confidential.

This article is intended as a general guide to the offshore services available in Gibraltar, and should not replace individual professional advice. One should always ensure that professional advice is taken both in Gibraltar and in any other country affected by the offshore structure.