This article is the second in a series of three articles which examine the key features of a securitisation vehicle and the advantages of utilising an Orphan SPV in the Cayman Islands for a securitisation transaction.

BVI UPDATES 1. Changes to FSC fees The Financial Services (Fees) (Amendment) Regulations, 2023 came into force on 1 April 2023, with the exception of fees relating to the virtual asset services provider regime which came into force on 1 February 2023.

The Cayman Islands is the preeminent offshore jurisdiction for corporate, fund and finance vehicles. It is also a creditor friendly jurisdiction, where properly constituted security has statutory protection from the reach of liquidators. We explore some of the options available to lenders and companies when navigating troubled waters.

1 Introduction

An overview of Guernsey legislative and regulatory developments for the period 1 December 2022 to 28 February 2023 inclusive.

1 Corporate insolvency regime – update

The Companies (Guernsey) Law, 2008 (Insolvency) (Amendment) Ordinance, 2020 (the Amendment Ordinance) finally came into force on 1 January 2023.

Introduction

It seems like a week hasn't passed recently without some new global macro shock hitting our screens, resulting in the economic rollercoaster ride on which we find ourselves.

mourant.com 2021934/73079902/3 GUIDE Liquidating an insolvent Jersey company Last reviewed: February 2023 Contents When is a company insolvent? 2 Désastre proceedings under the Bankruptcy Law 2 Who may make an application?

mourant.com 2021934/73072975/2 GUIDE Challenging transactions in a Jersey insolvency Last reviewed: January 2023 Contents When is a company insolvent?

During the lifetime of a company some of the most difficult problems that a director faces are encountered if the company is in financial difficulty: not yet unable to pay its bills and insolvent but with a possibility that it may get to that position. At that stage the decisions made by a director may affect not only the survival and future of the company but also the director's own position.

Summary and comment

The Bankruptcy (Netting, Contractual Subordination and Non-petition Provisions) (Jersey) Law 2005 (the Netting Law) is a short law, expressed in seven articles, which gives statutory confirmation that netting, contractual subordination and non-petition provisions in agreements are enforceable in accordance with their terms before and after bankruptcy.

Introduction

This Guide explains the procedure for administration order proceedings in respect of Guernsey companies.

Administration orders

The purpose of administration orders