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This article answers FAQs on restructuring and corporate recovery options available in the Cayman Islands.

Domestic procedures

Question

Regierungsentwurf setzt EU Restrukturierungs-Richtlinie um und führt neues Sanierungsinstrumentarium ein.

Introduction

It is trite law that where a petition debt is disputed in good faith and on substantial grounds, the ordinary practice of the Court is to dismiss or strike out the winding up petition. However, this principle is more easily applied in theory than in practice. As a result, the Grand Court of the Cayman Islands has observed recently that "It is remarkable how much case law has been generated in relation to a legal test which has essentially been settled for many years" (Re Sky Solar Holdings Ltd).

Government draft of law implements EU Restructuring Framework, and introduces new restructuring instruments.

Successfully executing an acquisition from stress, distress, or insolvency requires a creative approach to reconcile competing interests.