Why evolve to a global legal structure?
Some countries have friendly laws for global incorporation such at the state of Delaware for U.S. incorporation. Many petroleum companies use this vehicle to increase their ability to provide services and provide a liability shield at the same time. SPE incorporated in Holland to take advantage of corporate rules and taxes through a Dutch holding company. In addition, incorporating through a non-U.S. holding company provides another degree of separation for liability and from unknowingly violating special codes or laws that are not universal between countries.
