FAQs

What is Tonnage Tax?  

Tonnage Tax is another method of calculating corporation tax profits; it takes into account net tonnage of the fleet rather than revenues accrued.

  • Is there a charge for the services of the UK Shipping Concierge? 

    The services provided by the UK Shipping Concierge are free of charge. 

  • What is a Freeport? 

    Freeports act as Enterprise Zones in terms of benefits (special regulatory requirements, tax breaks, government support), but their offer is specifically tailored to businesses that import, process and re-export goods. 

  • What Tax relief can a Freeport offer? 

    Benefits of Freeports are Enhanced rate of structure and building allowance; Capital allowances for plant and machinery; Stamp Duty Land Tax relief; Business rates relief and National Insurance Contributions relief. 

  • What is UK SHORE? 

    UK Shipping Office for Reducing Emission (UK SHORE) is the prime example of government drive towards greener maritime. UK SHORE with its implementation of R&D programmes and unprecedented funding in excess £200 million 

  • How do I contact the UK Shipping Concierge? 

    You can contact the UK Shipping Concierge directly through completing our contact form (link) and we will get back to you within 3 working days.

  • What is the Solent Cluster? 

    The Solent cluster brings together the Solent region’s maritime strengths and assets and champions the region as a globally significant maritime cluster.  Backed by the Solent LEP, it aims to help its members to develop international links to grow their businesses and provide them with a direct route to Government with the help of Maritime UK. 

  • Why should a Cruise company invest in the UK? 

    The UK is an attractive home for many large-scale cruise and maritime operations, the abundance of maritime services and financial services within the UK maritime market means that almost every element of ship servicing and supporting functions can be accessed.  This has led to many of the world’s largest operators basing their HQ’s, fleets and operations from the UK.   

    Operators also choose to locate senior leadership in the UK with access to significant market talent and infrastructure and co-located teams within London and regional hubs. 

    The UK also attracts many overseas operators because of the welfare and opportunity offered to workforce and executive employees alike, with world leading education social services, healthcare, and benefits.