Liverpool City Region Freeport encompasses the Port of Liverpool (Liverpool 2 deep-water terminal), the wider Mersey Docks estate, and the Sefton/Wirral logistics belt. Buildings within the designated zone qualify for 100% Enhanced Capital Allowances.
Local context — Liverpool
Liverpool port and freeport logistics operations include Peel Ports (port operator), major 3PL hubs serving the North West market, and the automotive/manufacturing supply chains using the port for import/export. Liverpool 2 deep-water terminal handles large container vessels — supporting major retailer import logistics estate that benefits from solar Scope 3 narrative.
Recent install — Liverpool
A 2.3 MW solar PV install on a Liverpool 2 area distribution warehouse within Liverpool City Region Freeport zone. Capex £1.7m. Year-1 tax shield £225k AIA + £425k Freeport ECA = £650k. First-year generation 2.10 GWh. Self-consumption 78%. Annual saving £346k + SEG £52k. Simple payback 4.3 years; 25-year IRR 28%.