Overview

Owning a luxury yacht or private jet is more than a symbol of lifestyle—it’s an expression of freedom, privacy, and global access. But behind the prestige lies a complex matrix of legal, financial, and regulatory considerations. At Gallant & Toole Inc., we provide elite-level Yacht and Jet Ownership Services, helping our clients structure, register, and manage these high-value assets with precision, discretion, and long-term efficiency.

Whether you’re acquiring your first superyacht, upgrading to a long-range business jet, or restructuring your global fleet for tax efficiency and succession planning, we bring clarity and control to every phase of ownership.

Why Structuring Matters:

Luxury assets like yachts and private aircraft are subject to a unique set of international regulations, including maritime law, aviation compliance, customs duties, VAT exposure, flag state laws, insurance liabilities, and cross-border usage restrictions. Improper ownership structuring can lead to:

• Excessive taxation and duties

• Detention or seizure during international travel

• Liability exposure from crew, passengers, or charters

• Complications in inheritance or transfer

• Invalidation of insurance coverage
  

Our services are designed to mitigate these risks while optimizing operational freedom, cost-efficiency, and privacy.

Our Expertise:

Gallant & Toole provides end-to-end support in the acquisition, structuring, and management of yachts and jets across key jurisdictions.

Ownership Structuring & Registration:

We establish strategic ownership vehicles such as:

• Offshore companies (e.g., BVI, Cayman, Malta, Isle of Man)

• Private foundations or trusts

• Leasing or fractional ownership structures

• Holding companies integrated with broader wealth or estate plans
  

We advise on flag state and registry selection based on tax efficiency, asset use (private vs. charter), and legal protections—balancing privacy and operational access to international waters or airspace.

Tax Optimization & Compliance:

We ensure that your yacht or jet is structured in a manner that minimizes exposure to:

• Import taxes, customs duties, and EU VAT

• Annual corporate or property levies in domestic jurisdictions

• Cross-border reporting obligations for asset use or earnings

• Personal tax implications for global mobility or corporate use
  

Our tax experts work alongside legal teams to ensure full compliance with OECD, FATCA, CRS, and local substance requirements.

Acquisition Support:

Whether acquiring a new build, pre-owned vessel, or fractional share, we provide:

• Contract negotiation and due diligence

• Liaison with brokers, manufacturers, and shipyards

• Financing structure setup

• Flag state and aviation/maritime compliance review

• Escrow and closing coordination

Operational Management Oversight:

We connect you with certified operators, crew management companies, and technical managers to ensure:

• Routine and emergency maintenance

• Charter administration and income allocation

• Crew employment and payroll compliance

• Voyage documentation, fuel logistics, and provisioning

• Real-time operational reporting via secure platforms

Insurance & Liability Mitigation:

We secure comprehensive hull, machinery, passenger, and third-party liability coverage, structured through reputable international insurers. We also advise on litigation prevention strategies and jurisdictional claims mitigation.

Succession & Asset Transfer Planning:

Luxury transportation assets often outlive their owners. We integrate yachts and jets into broader estate plans, trusts, or corporate succession vehicles—ensuring smooth, tax-efficient transition without operational interruption.

Who We Serve:

• UHNWI clients and private families acquiring or managing luxury travel assets

• Family offices integrating vessels and aircraft into complex wealth structures

• Entrepreneurs and executives seeking time-efficient mobility solutions

• Global investors managing high-value assets across multiple jurisdictions

• Philanthropic clients or foundations operating airborne or marine-based outreach

Why Gallant & Toole?

• Multidisciplinary expertise in maritime, aviation, tax, and estate law

• Global registration and compliance reach across flag states and airspace authorities

•  Discreet, white-glove support for high-profile or sensitive clientele

•  Long-term asset management planning, not just transactional oversight

•  Integration with investment, trust, and succession planning
  

We don’t just manage assets—we elevate ownership into legacy.

Own the Experience. Protect the Asset. Navigate with Confidence.

With Gallant & Toole, yacht and jet ownership becomes seamless, strategic, and stress-free. Whether you travel by sea or sky, we ensure your journey begins with structure—and ends in enduring value.

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