You are a company based in Europe with expertise or experience in the offshore wind industry. You have never had operations or a commercial presence in the United States before. There are now commercial opportunities presented that you would like to pursue in the United States or in its offshore waters. Here is a brief summary of issues that should be on your radar.
No need to form a domestic corporation in the United States. In general, overseas companies may solicit business, buy and sell products and services, or otherwise conduct commercial operations within the United States directly, without forming a domestic subsidiary. The decision as to whether to form a US subsidiary is usually driven by tax considerations or a desire to contain liabilities within the newly formed company.
