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Isle of Man Grand Challenge launched

17 May 2013

Isle of Man entrepreneurs and ‘visionaries' enter now for a chance to win one of two experiences worth up to $25,000.

New Head of E-Gaming appointed

09 May 2013

The Department of Economic Development has appointed Peter Greenhill as its new Head of e-Gaming Development.

Economic Development Minister encouraged by 2012 visitor figures

07 May 2013

The Minister for Economic Development John Shimmin MHK has expressed his satisfaction at the 2012 visitor figures which are contained within the 2012 Passenger Survey Annual Report.

Isle of Man committed to creation of investment opportunities with China

07 May 2013

Minister for Economic Development John Shimmin MHK led the recent Isle of Man trade mission to China and has reported back on the excellent opportunities that were developed to build up new commercial relations with this major growing economy.

Isle of Man Signs Statement of Cooperation with China Banking Regulatory Commission

07 May 2013

The recent trade mission to China led by the Minister for Economic Development John Shimmin MHK exchanged a Statement of Cooperation on behalf of the Financial Supervision Commission with the China Banking Regulatory Commission (CBRC) to foster co-operation on banking matters.

PwC encouraging entrepreneurs to the Isle of Man

29 April 2013

PwC was delighted to sponsor the latest in a series of events which encourage entrepreneurs to consider locating to the Isle of Man and give them the chance to network with Isle of Man business people and influential residents.

Isle of Man adds Monaco and Switzerland for yacht ownership

19 April 2013

The Isle of Man Ship Registry can now take vessels with ownership structures in Monaco or Switzerland thanks to legislative changes which were passed by the Manx parliament, Tynwald, this week.

Isle of Man signs Double Taxation Agreement with Luxembourg

18 April 2013

As part of the Isle of Man Government’s ongoing programme of signing Double Taxation Agreements (DTAs) and Tax Information Exchange Agreements (TIEAs), the Isle of Man has signed a comprehensive DTA with Luxembourg.

Isle of Man well represented at Satellite 2013

27 March 2013

The Isle of Man’s Space sector was well represented at the prestigious Satellite 2013 conference, one of the most important events of the year for the global space industry, which took place at the Washington Convention Centre in Washington DC last week.

Strong Isle of Man contingent at iGaming Asia

26 March 2013

The Isle of Man e-Gaming sector was strongly represented at the recent iGaming Asia (iGA) Congress in Macau.

Aerospace Cluster reaches 5 years as part of the North West Aerospace Alliance

13 March 2013

The Isle of Man Aerospace Cluster (IOMAC) recently reached its fifth anniversary as a member of the UK’s North West Aerospace Alliance (NWAA).

DED outlines plans to develop and diversify the economy

28 February 2013

The Department of Economic Development has outlined Government’s strategy to further develop and diversify the Isle of Man’s economy over the coming year.

Isle of Man seeks new Head of e-Gaming

22 February 2013

The Isle of Man Department of Economic Development is advertising for a new Head of e-Gaming to help promote and maintain the Island as a centre of excellence in the rapidly growing e-gaming sector.

New roles to support growth in the Isle of Man’s financial services sectors

22 February 2013

The Isle of Man Department of Economic Development is seeking to recruit two additional talented business development professionals to help support economic growth and to pursue new business opportunities in financial services.

Treasury Minister Gives FATCA Update

20 February 2013

On 7 December last year, Chief Minister Allan Bell MHK announced that the Isle of Man would be moving to a closer form of tax cooperation with the United Kingdom, based on the same principles as the FATCA agreement which the Isle of Man was negotiating with the USA.

Isle of Man DED focuses on job creation and income generation in 2013

19 February 2013

John Shimmin MHK, the Minister for Economic Development, confirmed he is confident that his Department can drive further economic growth, job creation and thus Government income generation and for the Isle of Man following the Treasury Minister’s Budget speech today.

Work begins on phase 2 of The Claremont’s multi-million pound transformation

11 February 2013

A year’s worth of major successes for 2012 looks likely to continue for The Claremont as it embarks upon Phase 2 of a multi-million pound refurbishment project which will cement the 4-star Silver establishment’s reputation as the Island’s foremost boutique hotel.

Department of Economic Development brings forward new intellectual property legislation to Tynwald

08 February 2013

The Department of Economic Development is bringing forward the first item in an ambitious programme of intellectual property legislation to Tynwald in February.

Isle of Man Ship Registry starts the year with record tonnage

17 January 2013

The Isle of Man’s Ship Register has exceeded the 15 million Gross Registered Tonnage mark for the first time in its history following the registration of one of the largest ships in the world.

Further economic growth forecast for the Island in 2013

11 January 2013

Department is building on successes of 2012 and forecasting even better 2013 through its extensive programme of support for the economy.

Isle of Man Government champions e-Gaming sector in Europe

17 December 2012

Isle of Man officials visited law-makers and European trade associations in Brussels to champion the Island's on-line gambling sector in the 500 million strong EU market.

Isle of Man Signs Tax Co-Operation Agreement with Argentina

14 December 2012

The Isle of Man has signed a Tax Information Exchange Agreement (TIEA) with Argentina.

ManxBioMed Cluster launched in the Isle of Man

07 December 2012

The Department of Economic Development is supporting a new cluster of businesses which aims to promote the bio-medical sector in the Isle of Man.

Isle of Man to offer accredited qualification in e-Gaming

28 November 2012

The Department of Economic Development, in conjunction with the Isle of Man College of Further and Higher Education, has announced that an accredited qualification in e-Gaming will be launched in January 2013.

UK welcomes Isle of Man Clean Tech roadshow

16 November 2012

Following the successful Clean Tech roadshow in the USA, an Isle of Man delegation has recently returned from the UK, where it again hosted a range of events promoting the Island as a location for establishing Clean Technology (Clean Tech) businesses.

Cash Ball Network signs deal with Loaded Magazine for new online casino

26 October 2012

The Cash Ball Network, which is licenced on the Isle of Man by the Gambling Supervision Commission, has signed a deal to launch a new online casino for the iconic UK men’s magazine ‘Loaded’.

Growth of Isle of Man TT continues with increased audience, visitors and income

25 October 2012

The ongoing growth of the Isle of Man TT has been demonstrated again with increasing TV and online audiences, and a significant increase in commercial revenue.

Isle of Man Ship Registry hosts Lloyd’s of London event

24 October 2012

The landmark Lloyd’s building at 1 Lime Street is one of the most iconic buildings in the City of London and the Old Library was a very impressive setting for the reception hosted by the Ship Registry.

Isle of Man Financial Advisers on course to meet new regulations

24 October 2012

Isle of Man based insurance companies are on target to meet the looming changes to the way they do business with UK investors.

World leading Ship Superintendents' training course is underway

16 October 2012

The Isle of Man welcomes 17 delegates from Nigeria, France, Libya, Philippines, Germany, Poland and the UK this weekend, for the next Ship Superintendents’ Training Course.

Clean Tech Road Show proves a success in USA

11 October 2012

An Isle of Man delegation has recently returned from the USA, where it hosted a range of events promoting the Island as a location for establishing clean technology businesses.

Isle of Man appoints Director of Financial Services

08 October 2012

Colin Kniveton, Chief Executive Officer of the Department of Economic Development, is pleased to announce the appointment of John Spellman to the role of Director of Financial Services with immediate effect.

Island firm in joint venture to launch science experiments to International Space Station

05 October 2012

Isle of Man based Odyssey Moon Ltd and Israeli based NSL Satellites Ltd, in partnership with NanoRacks LLC of the US, have announced that they will fly three different educational microgravity experiments to the International Space Station.

Isle of Man Ship Registry recognised by prestigious organisation in South Korea

02 October 2012

The Isle of Man Ship Registry has been recognised by the Korean Register of Shipping (KR) for its efforts to engage more closely with Asia.

Isle of Man signs tax co-operation agreements with Singapore and Turkey

21 September 2012

The Isle of Man today signed a Double Taxation Agreement (DTA) with the Republic of Singapore and a Tax Information Exchange Agreement (TIEA) with the Republic of Turkey.

Isle of Man Aircraft Registry voted 'best in the world'

16 August 2012

A survey of leading aviation lawyers from around the world, conducted by leading aviation publication 'Corporate Jet Investor', has voted the Isle of Man Aircraft Registry the best aircraft registry in the world.

NASA to participate in Space Data Association

13 August 2012

The Space Data Association today announced that NASA has signed an agreement with the SDA to use its services.

Boost for Isle of Man's Manufacturing & Space Sectors

25 July 2012

ADS, the premier trade organisation for the UK’s Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space sectors, to establish a regional office in the Isle of Man.

Isle of Man Angel Network's online platform connects entrepreneurs and local funders

16 July 2012

A new service, Isle of Man Angel Network has been launched to provide a convenient place for entrepreneurs and potential funders to connect.

OECD reaffirms Isle of Man’s position at the forefront of international standards of best practice

25 June 2012

THE Isle of Man’s position at the forefront of international standards of best practice has been reaffirmed by a new report from the global body reviewing tax transparency.

Key report provides further evidence of the Isle of Man’s positive contribution to the global economy

04 June 2012

A report published by Ernst & Young provides further evidence of the Isle of Man’s positive contribution to the global economy and describes the Island as a key commercial partner that delivers many benefits to the international community, to the UK, and City of London in particular.

Agreement signed with Dubai to boost economic ties

30 January 2012

The Isle of Man and Dubai Departments of Economic Development have announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at promoting closer business, economic and trade relations between the two countries.

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