Restructuring and Insolvency Services

Our team combines deep local insight with global reach, offering practical, commercial solutions to support your strategic objectives. We work alongside private funds, corporates, and financial institutions to deliver outcomes that preserve value, protect stakeholders, and position your business for future success.

Our services are designed to deliver exceptional value and support across every stage of your business journey.

Managed wind downs and voluntary (solvent) liquidation

• Solvent liquidations: When an entity reaches the end of its useful life, a solvent liquidation can help bring its affairs to a close securely and efficiently. The team assists with simplifying structures, reducing costs, and streamlining operations. Services cover straightforward wind downs to complex multi-entity projects.
• End of life (shell) liquidations: For entities that have settled debts and distributed assets, the team can be appointed as voluntary liquidators to oversee deregistration and dissolution, including CIMA deregistration. Early planning and timely action may help avoid unnecessary fees, and the process is efficient and straightforward.
• Managed wind downs: Where active management is no longer needed, the team can manage the wind down of entities, removing the need for ongoing director or administrator fees. For CIMA-registered entities, the team can apply for an audit waiver, reducing closure costs and simplifying the final steps.
• Entities with uncertain liabilities: The team provides approaches to address uncertain or remote liabilities, helping to resolve outstanding matters and support the distribution of assets.
• Insolvent entities: If an entity is insolvent, the team can be appointed as voluntary liquidators and apply to the Grand Court for supervised liquidation, supporting all reporting and filing requirements.

Restructuring, insolvency and distressed advisory

• Official liquidations and receiverships: The team is experienced in court-appointed liquidations and receiverships, acting as independent officers to help protect, trace, and realize assets for stakeholders. They manage complex, multi-jurisdictional matters and oversee the distribution of assets and winding up of activities. The team also identifies reasons for an entity’s financial difficulties and supports a fair, timely resolution for all parties.
• Restructuring services: Services are designed to assist entities in managing critical issues before insolvency arises. The team works closely with clients to develop and implement plans that may help restore profitability and support long-term sustainability. These services can be delivered through provisional liquidation, restructuring officer appointments, or outside formal processes.
• Forensic investigations: The team conducts independent reviews into fraud, mismanagement, and historic financial matters, providing information to stakeholders and supporting the resolution of concerns. These reviews may include examining transactions and records to clarify issues and inform decision-making.
• Distressed advisory: Advisory services are tailored for entities facing adversity or shareholder disputes. The team provides guidance to help navigate complex scenarios, focusing on practical approaches and transparent communication. Support may include rebuilding trust, restoring governance, and helping organizations move forward during challenging periods.

• Deep expertise in offshore and cross-border restructuring
• Proven leadership and hands-on project management
• Access to KPMG’s global network and regional specialists
• Commitment to value preservation and stakeholder alignment
• Transparent, pragmatic, and client-focused delivery

Whether you’re facing a complex restructuring, seeking to simplify your group structure, or require independent advice, KPMG’s Cayman Islands Restructuring Team is here to help.

Contact us today to discuss how we can support your business.