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With over 40 years of experience supporting clients in the acquisition, ownership and sale of high value assets, we’ve developed a deep understanding of what drives peace of mind in this space. Whether it’s business aircraft, fine art, luxury vehicles or yachts, our...

Cannes Yachting Festival 2025. Key Takeaways and Industry Insights from the Martyn Fiddler Team. The Martyn Fiddler team was proud to attend the 48th edition of the Cannes Yachting Festival, which once again affirmed its status as Europe’s premier in water boat show....

This week, Juan McGuinness provides his insights on what helps make the Isle of Man registry stronger. Critics sometimes paint non-public registers as ‘secretive.’ The FATF benchmark, however, is whether authorities obtain adequate, accurate and timely beneficial...

With over 40 years of experience supporting clients in the acquisition, ownership and sale of high value assets, we’ve developed a deep understanding of what drives peace of mind in this space. Whether it’s business aircraft, helicopters, fine art, luxury vehicles or...

A different route across the Irish Sea Building on last week’s article about changes to the UK register, here our Head of Compliance, Juan McGuinness explores the path taken by the Isle of Man. The Isle of Man chose a different architecture. The Beneficial Ownership...

Quality or Openness? Isle of Man’s Private Beneficial Ownership Register vs. UK's Public One Over the next four weeks Juan McGuinness, Head of Compliance, explores why the Isle of Man's 'private’ Beneficial Ownership Register can beat the UK’s public one.  In this...

Three of our colleagues are heading to MYS 2025, and they’re genuinely excited to connect with you. You’ll find Martin Kennaugh, Adrian Parcell-Jones, and Ian Petts at booth QA1, right by the Quai Antoine Ier entrance. Tickets can be purchased here and the Martyn...

Over the last few weeks we have covered an array of informative topics which we consider as being very important when looking to own, buy or sell a high value asset such as a business aircraft. Below we have compiled all of the recent ownership solution articles in...

With over 40 years of experience supporting clients in the acquisition, ownership, and sale of high value assets, we’ve developed a deep understanding of what drives peace of mind in this space. Whether it’s business aircraft, fine art, luxury vehicles or yachts, our...

When we published our ‘State of Business Aviation 2025’ eBook recently, one theme stood out: the need for adaptive strategy. The Trump administration’s latest policy move reaffirms that momentum - its unpredictability continues to reshape the market. Martyn Fiddler’s...

Inspired by our ‘State of Business Aviation 2025’ eBook, our team of chartered tax advisers revisited this previously published article to underscore the critical importance of specialist tax advice in an industry which faces growing challenges each year. They were...

We are delighted to announce that Ian Petts has joined Martyn Fiddler. Bringing with him a wealth of experience and expertise in finance and asset management across the aviation, marine, trust and luxury asset sectors. Ian is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered...

Head of Compliance Juan McGuinness, is keeping a watchful eye on all things AI and Customer Due Diligence (CDD).  In this article he explores what is happening and how we can all stay safe. As compliance continues to evolve, particularly in the Isle of Man’s TCSP...

From the moment I joined the team at Martyn Fiddler Aviation on 18 November 2013 it was all go.

Martyn Fiddler are excited to announce that registration is now OPEN for the 2024 Isle of Man Aviation Conference, which will take place on 26th June at the beautiful Bradda Glen in Port Erin, Isle of Man.

At Martyn Fiddler, our in-house experts use their vast knowledge and extensive experience to provide advice and support to our clients owning and operating such complex assets. We tackle the complexity, so you don t have to, giving you the comfort of knowing you will always stay within the letter of the law.

The underlying crimes which create the illicit wealth in need of laundering carry a human toll that is too often overlooked. In the shadows of this complex web of deceit and deception, some of the most vulnerable individuals in society fall victim to its devastating consequences.

Seizing opportunities in the compliance carbon market to balance growing ESG importance and increasing global mobility of family businesses and affluent families

Dedicated to making a difference, Martyn Fiddler s Isle of Man team are taking advantage of Sustainable Mann workshops on offer by UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man which aim to assist businesses to adopt more sustainable practises.

Balancing the conflicting objectives of protecting core assets and facilitating individual freedom of action in an international family environment

Whether law, tax or corporate services, businesses which sell their knowledge and experience by the hour want to maximise the utilisation of their assets their people.

My name is Matty Tait and my journey at Martyn Fiddler began in May 2022; spoiler alert (?!), I m still here.

Here are our 6 top tips for providing a meaningful intern experience to students.

In this article we look at the top 5 challenges facing family offices when it comes to managing complex assets.

If someone told me last year it was a possibility an AI could join our team I would have thought they were being funny. Now it seems that this may happen over the next 3 to 5 years and it has made me think about our team dynamics and communication at Martyn Fiddler Aviation.

This article will examine what suspicious activity is, who should be concerned and how to report it.

Here are the top 6 advantages of working with us, outlined by those who matter most our clients and industry colleagues!

Heather Gordon recently moderated a panel on the topic of talent & sustainability – here are her takeaways.

It is likely we will see ESG 2.0 emerge with a new name and enhanced criteria in the next few years. Despite the negative press surrounding ESG, it is undeniable that the underlying principles to create a more sustainable future for the environment, society and business are positive.

Martin Kennaugh explains the real (and practical) reasons for using a corporate service provider (CSP).

Martyn Fiddler explores the reality of knowing your customer and the importance of doing so.

Adrian Parcell-Jones, Tax Director at Martyn Fiddler Aviation will be attending this week s Superyacht Investor on 14th & 15th March at the Royal Garden Hotel, London.

Here are our top 7 tips for interviewers based on our experiences.

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Martyn Fiddler Aviation together with Argon Technologies Group have proudly donated enough equipment to enable over 400 children to learn vital IT skills.

Compliance with CDD rules is mandatory for nearly all transactions: so don t be offended, do be prepared, and save time by having your documentation ready.

Find out the answer to one of our most frequently asked questions.

In 2006 the Isle of Man introduced a new form of company which was more suited to its international clientele. This form of company exists in parallel with the more traditional companies which can be formed, similar to UK or Irish law, giving business a choice regarding how their corporate vehicle may be governed.

Although the use and benefits of a Trust are well respected in the USA and UK, in civil law jurisdictions (such a France or Germany) this is not always the case and so the benefits derived from this type of entity are not available. In these circumstances a Foundation may provide the answer.

Whilst many clients employ staff in a private office to take care of their personal affairs or lifestyle they will at some time turn to a Corporate Service Provider (CSP) for support, here we set out the most common reasons for doing so.

Economic substance is a phrase often used but why is it so important and what does it mean for companies based in the Isle of Man?