Charterföretag

Charterföretag is a Swedish term that refers to a type of limited company where the owners' liability is limited to their shareholding in the company. This differs from a traditional partnership, where the owners' liability is unlimited and personal.

In a charterföretag, the owners are called "aktieägare" and have limited liability, meaning that in the event of the company's insolvency, they cannot be held personally responsible for the company's debts. The charterföretag is a popular form of business organization in Sweden, used by a wide range of businesses from small startups to larger corporations.

To establish a charterföretag, a minimum of one owner is required, and the company's articles of association must be drawn up and registered with the Swedish Companies Registration Office (Bolagsverket). The charterföretag can have a variable number of owners, and ownership can be distributed among several shareholders.

One of the main advantages of a charterföretag is the flexibility it offers in terms of ownership structure and management. The owners can decide on the company's operations and make decisions on a democratic basis, with each owner having one vote. Charterföretag are also required to have a general meeting of shareholders annually, at which the company's accounts are presented and decisions are made about the company's future direction.

Overall, the charterföretag offers a flexible and secure way for businesses to organize and operate, while limiting the liability of its owners. It is an important form of business organization in Sweden, and is used by a wide range of companies.