Abaco Ltd delivered comprehensive legal support for the acquisition of a 33m Custom Line motor yacht
August 14, 2026.
Abaco Ltd delivered comprehensive legal support for the acquisition of a 33m Custom Line motor yacht
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Abaco Ltd is pleased to announce the successful completion of another significant superyacht transaction, having advised the buyer on the acquisition of a 33-metre Custom Line motor yacht (2023 build) through an intracommunity supply transaction.
The transaction was led by Petar Djurovic and Maja Radunovic-Culafic, whose combined expertise in maritime, corporate and cross-border transactions ensured the seamless execution of all legal and regulatory aspects of the acquisition.
End-to-end legal assistance throughout the transaction
The acquisition of a modern superyacht involves a complex framework of contractual, financing, tax, registration and operational considerations, often spanning multiple jurisdictions. In this transaction, Abaco Ltd provided comprehensive legal support from the initial stages of the purchase process through to delivery and commercial registration.
Our services included:
-Drafting, legal review, negotiation and execution of the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA);
-Ongoing legal advisory throughout the acquisition process;
-Coordination with all parties involved in the transaction;
-Representation of the buyer at the yacht delivery in Greece;
-Legal support in relation to yacht financing arrangements;
-Coordination of the yacht's registration under the Maltese Registry;
-Assistance with regulatory and VAT compliance matters arising from the intracommunity supply structure.
By managing these interconnected elements under a single legal framework, our team ensured that the transaction progressed efficiently while safeguarding the client's commercial and legal interests at every stage.
Navigating complex cross-border yacht transactions
Superyacht acquisitions frequently involve multiple stakeholders, including buyers, sellers, brokers, financiers, registries and technical advisors, each operating under different legal systems and regulatory requirements.
This transaction required careful coordination across jurisdictions and disciplines, reflecting the increasingly international nature of the yachting industry. With experience in both yacht ownership structures and commercial maritime matters, Abaco Ltd was able to provide practical solutions tailored to the client's objectives while facilitating a smooth closing process.
Commitment to excellence in the superyacht sector
The successful acquisition of this 33m Custom Line yacht further reinforces Abaco Ltd's position as a trusted legal advisor in the yachting and superyacht industry. Our team regularly advises clients on:
-Yacht and superyacht acquisitions and sales;
-MOA negotiation and transaction structuring;
-Yacht financing and security arrangements;
-Flag state registration and compliance;
-Ownership structures and corporate vehicles;
-Cross-border maritime and luxury asset transactions.
As the global superyacht market continues to evolve, clients increasingly require legal advisors who understand not only maritime law, but also the commercial realities and operational requirements of luxury asset ownership.
At Abaco Ltd, we remain committed to providing precise, commercially focused and client-centred legal solutions, helping clients navigate sophisticated international yacht transactions with confidence and certainty.