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Shares for a euro – English Court upholds the integrity of BVI corporate structures against asset stripping attempts

Published 05 Aug 2026 | By Partner James Petkovic and Associate Jan Alessandrini

In a recent decision of the English Commercial court, GLAS SAS (London Branch), as trustee of €250 million in tradeable bonds, succeeded in claims against a BVI-incorporated company and related parties for the misappropriation of shares worth approximately €85 million.

Tags: Arbitration | Asset tracing | Cross-border | Directors | Enforcement | Insolvency | Recognition