Who is afraid of Brexit?

Partner: Rotterdam Maritime Services Community

Together with leading experts of the maritime industry we will discuss the impact of a 'hard' Brexit on the industry. What opportunities or threats will come up and how will business change? Seats for this event are graciously provided by our partner: Rotterdam Maritime Services Community

Seats for this event are graciously provided by our partner: Rotterdam Maritime Services Community.

Agenda

Will London become the Singapore of Europe or is it Rotterdam?
Is there a feeling that the UK outside of the EU will have a more "welcome" ear for shipowners positions?
What kind of incentives are required from the UK government to attract foreign shipping companies to UK?
Will the UK tonnage tax regime be more attractive following Brexit?
No restrictions on type of vessels (FPSO / dredgers)?
No flag requirements?
Will the UK flag as from 2021 no longer qualify as an EU/EEA flag for EU based tonnage tax regimes?
Is there disparity in dealing with an open register vs. a national flag administration?
Should national flag registries continue to exist or are they outdated and anachronistic?
What are the perspectives of the British and EU Maritime Cluster in the years to come?
What will the Brexit bring for Rotterdam?
Comparing the Dutch tonnage tax system with the EU systems

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