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Certified Tax Advisor, Graduate in Business Administration
Tax Consulting for Defence
The defence industry is characterized by global tensions, rapid technological change, and strict regulatory requirements. This complexity demands forward-thinking tax advice. We safely navigate you through all challenges.
Thorsten Beduhn
Partner
Attorney at Law (Germany), Certified Tax Advisor, Graduate in Business Administration
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Precise Control Where Security Matters.
The defence industry is currently one of the most dynamic sectors – and distinctly different from others. Geopolitical crises, political developments, increasing procurement demands, and strict export regulations shape the market. Concurrently, digitalization, innovative contract models, and complex supply chains require tax precision.
We understand this dynamic. Whether it’s traditional armaments production, high-tech communication, or cyber defence, we provide guidance in a highly sensitive, internationally regulated environment. We offer comprehensive industry expertise, advising on everything from customs structures and double taxation agreements to transfer pricing. We are also your trusted partner for cross-border employee assignments, permanent establishment analyses, and international VAT questions. Furthermore, we consistently monitor tax incentives for research and development projects, particularly within the framework of research allowances.
With our interdisciplinary team, we think globally and act locally. We draw on many years of project experience with defence companies. Through our global business partnering, we shape international projects and collaborations – precisely as is typical for this industry.
Confidentiality and integrity are paramount to us. As an integrated company, we guarantee the highest level of discretion in the global exchange of sensitive information.
We understand what matters in tax advisory for companies in the security and defence industry.
Our services
Skip SectionTax Business Partnering
In the defence industry, reliability and compliance are particularly crucial, as public clients consider these factors when awarding contracts. With our Tax Business Partnering, we serve as your tax trusted partner, reliably ensuring compliance throughout all phases of support. We minimize risks and capitalize on opportunities. Our global Business Partnering assists companies in the defence industry with international collaborations and defence projects, precisely as is typical for this sector. We provide support with flexible resources, international teams, and innovative digital solutions.
Our focus areas
- Strategic advisory on all tax matters within the defence industry
- (Partial) Outsourcing and flexible support for your tax function
- Ensuring your Tax Compliance
- Digital transformation of your tax function through automation and smart tools
- Cross-border support for international defence projects
Cross-Border Employee Assignments
Global assignments require legal and tax clarity, along with efficient processes. We support your employees throughout the entire assignment – from planning to their return.
Our focus areas
- Structuring cross-border assignments and selecting the appropriate format
- Tax registration and tax compliance management
- Labor law advisory and social security
- Immigration law advisory and visa process
- Advisory and processing of international payroll
Thorsten Beduhn
Partner
Attorney at Law (Germany), Certified Tax Advisor, Graduate in Business Administration
Expat Taxation
International employee assignments entail tax risks. We develop solutions that create legal certainty and predictability, for companies and expats alike. This ensures your global mobility remains tax-compliant and administratively streamlined.
Our focus areas
- Tax planning and contract structuring for expats
- Calculation and optimization of tax burden
- Support with double taxation and tax equalization calculations
- Preparation of tax returns and compliance audits
- Advisory on net salary agreements
Thorsten Beduhn
Partner
Attorney at Law (Germany), Certified Tax Advisor, Graduate in Business Administration
Transfer Pricing Strategy & Functional Relocation
We develop transfer pricing systems that are tax-resilient and economically sound, even for complex restructurings and functional relocations. Through in-depth analysis, benchmarking, and documentation, we create transparency – keeping your international value creation on track.
Our focus areas:
- Maturity analysis of your transfer pricing structures
- (Re-)Structuring, functional relocations, and arm’s length comparison
- Documentation in accordance with national and OECD standards, including Country-by-Country Reporting (CbCR)
- Defence and safeguarding during tax audits
- Digitalization and automation of transfer pricing processes
Research Allowance
We support companies in the defence industry with tax incentives for research and development projects. The research allowance enables you to leverage your innovative strength for tax benefits, creating financial leeway for new technologies and developments.
Our focus areas
- Support and guidance in the identification and evaluation of eligible R&D projects
- Advisory on the optimal utilization of the R tax allowance
- Preparation and support for applications, including proof documentation
- Tax classification and treatment of the research allowance
- Support during audits by tax authorities
Permanent Establishment Analysis
New markets open up opportunities, but also tax challenges. We identify risks, evaluate permanent establishment circumstances and create clear decision-making foundations. This helps you avoid double taxation and ensure international compliance.
Our focus areas
- Assessment of permanent establishment risks
- Avoidance or targeted establishment of permanent establishments
- Optimization of withholding tax obligations
- Ensuring comprehensive compliance requirements worldwide
- Support for tax audits worldwide
Anna Luce
Partner
Certified Tax Advisor, Graduate in Business Administration
VAT Services
In the defence industry, complex supply chains, new e-services, international procurement, corporate, as well as governmental and institutional clients, but also security-relevant requirements converge. We bring structure to your VAT processes – from clarifying the type of supply to questions about the place of taxation, to the respective customer base and to the formulations in contractual agreements, right through to invoicing. With industry expertise, including numerous special regulations and global experience, we minimize risks and ensure compliance across borders.
- Support for national and international set-ups or global business roll-outs
- Advisory on national and cross-border (work) deliveries and services such as research, development, maintenance, training, or technical support in defence, aerospace
- Advisory on supply chains and service structures in joint ventures and international collaborations or programs
- Development of VAT strategy and VAT advise on contract, billing, and financing processes along international production and distribution networks – including for subsidized, co-financed, and offset programs
- Advisory on Internal Control Systems (ICS) and Tax CMS specifically for military projects, e.g., proof and documentation requirements, linkage to security regulations
Dr. Heidi Friedrich-Vache
Partner
Certified Tax Advisor, Graduate in Business Administration