Shipping and ports

Issues currently affecting the Shipping & Ports sector include:

Expanding into emerging markets

Emerging economies, particularly China, are driving the sector and all major ports and shipping groups are affected. Our network of over 1000 transport and logistics specialists around the world, and our strength in the key BRICs (Brazil, Russia, India and China) countries is already helping our clients to manage the business issues in these often challenging territories.

Integration of shipping and logistics

A key issue for many shipping clients is the relationship between their logistics and shipping activities, which can significantly affect customer satisfaction and profitability.

Financing structures

In a capital intensive sector structuring and financing can be critical and our tax experts can introduce ideas to optimise your position.

Taxation

At a time when we are seeing sustained profitability in many shipping sectors, and massive investment and value growth in ports, companies are relying on preferential shipping regimes, tax incentives and treaty shelter to minimise their tax burden. This is essential to compete, but it is complex. We can help. 

Regulation & corporate responsibility

In an increasingly regulated sector, and one where the markets and customer demand good corporate governance and responsibility, we are working with the sector to help companies meet and exceed their requirements.

Market consolidation – player or spectator?

We have already seen much consolidation.  Will there be more? We can help you prepare, whichever side you are on.

For further information and to find out how PricewaterhouseCoopers can help you address these and other issues affecting the Shipping & Ports sector please contact Clive Hinds on +44 (0) 1727 892 379 or Christopher Goddard on +44 (0) 1293 566 686.