Assistance with the importation or temporary admission of a yacht via Malta and with the VAT deferment (where applicable).
The Palma International Boat Show will be happening between April 30 to May 3, 2025, at Moll Vell Marina in Palma de Mallorca. This event marks the start of the Mediterranean boating season, bringing together over 600 exhibitors and showcases more than 100 superyachts.
Our Managing Partner, Matthew Zampa, and Chief Operating Officer, Christabel Gatt, will be present throughout the event, connecting with industry professionals and exploring new opportunities in the maritime sector.
Tailor-made VAT advisory services on yacht transactions including, intra-Community acquisitions and importations, transfers and chartering activity.
Efficient VAT structures including VAT deferral structure.
Assistance with the importation or temporary admission of a yacht via Malta and with the VAT deferment (where applicable).
Assistance with ongoing VAT compliance services including obtaining a VAT Paid Certificate or Letter of Comfort from the Malta Tax and Customs Authorities.
Matthew Zampa is the Managing Partner of Zampa Partners. With over 17 years of experience, he has established himself as a trusted business advisor, specializing in VAT.
Beyond technical expertise, Matthew is a mentor, leader, and strategist, dedicated to driving growth both for businesses and the people around him. His approach is built on discipline, consistency, and an unwavering focus on what truly matters. A firm believer in lifelong learning, Matthew blends his professional journey with personal passions such as running and leadership, always applying a growth mindset. These principles define his perspective on business, leadership, and life.
Christabel Gatt, is the Chief Operating Officer at Zampa Partners. She is an ACCA Qualified Accountant who has been working at the firm and specialising in VAT for over nine years and is currently finalising the EU VAT Expert Degree, a degree awarded by VAT Forum, a partnership of international VAT experts registered in Belgium.
Previously, Christabel led the firm’s VAT division and was a key member of the management team, with particular focus on quality at large. Since January 2025, she has taken the role of COO, while continuing to lead the VAT & Yachting division and expanding her VAT expertise in the aviation industry.