UK introduces new “corporate interest restriction” rules
On 1 April 2017, new “interest barrier” rules will apply to corporates to restrict UK tax relief for interest and some other financing expenses.
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Update on the Italian “Decre to Romani”
The Italian Constitutional Court has ruled that the 10-year exclusion from renewable energy incentives is unconstitutional.
Keeping skies open after Brexit
As Article 50 has just been invoked, does an open skies treaty between the UK and the EU matter? What problems may arise during the withdrawal process and what potential solutions are available?
WFW advises on US$172m ECA-supported loan facility for Scorpio Tankers
International law firm Watson, Farley & Williams (“WFW”) has advised a syndicate of banks including Macquarie. . .
WFW advises Cassa di Risparmio di San Miniato on delivery of “Antignano” tugboat to Fratelli Neri
International law firm Watson Farley & Williams (“WFW“) has advised Cassa di Risparmio di San Miniato. . .
Where an agreement fails to deliver
The High Court recently reviewed a shipbuilding case that is particularly relevant to parties that enter into long-term agreements or options leaving delivery terms to be agreed.
Supreme Court removes security blanket
The Supreme Court has held that the Court of Appeal had no jurisdiction under the Arbitration Act 1996 or general rules of English procedure to order payment of security as a condition to challenging the recognition and enforcement of a New York Convention award in England.
UK: Employment insight- March 2017
Can an employer dismiss a long-serving member of staff with an unblemished track record for a one-off act of negligence?
Liberalisation of foreign ownership in Thai aviation
Thailand may be global aviation hub, but this has not translated into a comparable aviation manufacturing and support sector. Do recent governmental moves redress this and will they benefit foreign investors?
WFW advises BPM on financing for Rimorchiatori Riuniti
International law firm Watson Farley & Williams (“WFW“) advised Banco Popolare di Milano S.p.A. (“BPM”) regarding. . .
