shell company

Quelle: https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Briefkastenfirma

A mailbox/shell company is a legal entity that exists on paper but has no real business activity or premises; used mainly to hide ownership, evade taxes, or present a facade of legitimacy, and in logistics contexts to route contracts, obscure beneficial ownership, or move goods.

Related Terms

You might also be interested in these terms

Front company

A front company is a legitimate-looking company used to conceal the true identity, ownership, or purpose of transactions or assets, enabling illicit a...

Learn more

Shipping company

A shipping company is an enterprise that owns and operates ships and is responsible for transporting goods or passengers by sea.

Learn more

Cosco Shipping Company

Cosco Shipping Company is a Chinese enterprise engaged in international container and freight shipping, recognized as one of the largest shipping comp...

Learn more

Incoterms company code

An organizational unit (company code) in an ERP/financial system where Incoterms-related postings, settlements, and financial processing are carried o...

Learn more

liner shipping company

A shipping company that operates regular, scheduled maritime services between fixed ports according to a timetable; a liner shipping line.

Learn more

Company Customs Portal

The Company Customs Portal is a digital platform that allows businesses to access customs-related information, services, and applications to optimize ...

Learn more