John Hayes talks Brexit, non-doms and London's calling to Greeks

Transport Minister tells TradeWinds why exiting the EU is an opportunity rather than a threat.

10 September 2017 20:56 GMT Updated 12 September 2017 8:15 GMT

By Andy Pierce

Brexit presents an opportunity for the UK’s maritime industry with the government ready to support the country’s leading international status in the sector, Transport Minister John Hayes says.

Maritime services are worth over $6bn to the UK economy and Hayes sees London International Shipping Week as a chance to encourage inward investment, provide trade opportunities and attract new businesses from overseas.