Benefits: Shipping Services

The development of the shipping register has encouraged the establishment of several Isle of Man based international ship management and ship owning companies. As a result the Island now has a dynamic and effective shipping industry. Ship management activity is supported by numerous shipping related service providers, including marine lawyers, accountants, banks and P& I clubs offering comprehensive services to the owners and operators of ships worldwide.

An ideal location for ship management

The Isle of Man provides a convenient base for ship management operations, which take advantage of the low costs involved in operations from the Island, and from the beneficial tax regime which exists. The Isle of Man is in the same time zone as the UK and never more than one hour different from Europe with easy transport links by both sea and air. Companies based in the Island can enjoy the quality of life associated with a relaxed island location while making use of exceptional telecommunications links to the rest of the world and the facility to conduct business in the other shipping centres of Europe with ease.

The Isle of Man is a unique European centre for international shipping business, and in addition, as an international financial centre, can also offer those highly specialised services that are associated with a reputable and dynamic offshore jurisdiction.

The Isle of Man - An Established Offshore Finance Centre Providing Quality Personal and Corporate Financial Services

The Isle of Man is established as a leading international offshore finance centre, providing a wide variety of quality financial and corporate services. For further information relating to finances please visit the Isle of Man Government's Finance Website.

Complementing its financial services the Island’s further diversification and strength have been aided by growth in its international maritime services and shipping register.