Argo Leisure Limited

Reference number: 995295

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Appointed representative

This firm does not hold FCA authorisation of its own. It acts under a principal firm, which is legally responsible for its regulated business.

Responsible principal firm

Argo Nautical Limited Reference number: 912994 Authorised View firm →
What does this mean?
  • An appointed representative (AR) can carry out regulated financial services, but is not directly authorised by the FCA. A principal firm holds the authorisation and is legally responsible for the AR's conduct.
  • Argo Leisure Limited (FRN 995295) is an AR of Argo Nautical Limited (FRN 912994). When you use Argo Leisure's services, the FCA authorisation sits with the principal firm.
  • Example: if you take financial advice from Argo Leisure, complaints and compensation usually follow the same rules as dealing with the principal, but this depends on the product and your circumstances.
  • Before you proceed, confirm contact details match the official FCA register for both firms. Scammers sometimes clone legitimate AR names and FRNs but use fake phone numbers and websites.

Identity

Check their details

Compare these against whatever you were given. Scammers clone real firm names and reference numbers but use their own phone number and website, so a detail that does not match the register is the clearest warning sign there is.

Also trades as 6 other names
  • Argo Galeon
  • Argo Greenline
  • Argo Pardo
  • Argo Saxdor
  • Argo Wider
  • Chris Craft

Company details

From the company's Companies House record.

Company number
14535697
Company status
Active
Company type
Private limited company
Incorporated
12 December 2022 (3 years old)
Registered office
Unit 3-4 Athena Court Athena Drive, Tachbrook Park, Warwick, Warwickshire, CV34 6RT, United Kingdom
Nature of business
  • Sea and coastal freight water transport (SIC 50200)

Current directors and secretaries

Name Role Born Appointed
Max Howard Whale Director Apr 1976 12 Dec 2022
Peter William Whale Director Feb 1949 12 Dec 2022
Henry William Whale Director Aug 1973 12 Dec 2022
Colin John Capewell Director Dec 1966 5 Feb 2024
Andrew Charles Stone Director Apr 1977 28 Mar 2024
Andrew Charles Stone Secretary Not published 28 Mar 2024

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Activities and protection

What they can do, and how you are protected

  • Protection through the principal firm
    Protection works through Argo Nautical Limited, the principal firm responsible for this firm's regulated activity. FSCS cover and the Financial Ombudsman Service apply as they would to the principal.

Complaints: You can refer a complaint about this firm to the Financial Ombudsman Service for free, whichever activity it relates to.

Track record

FCA actions and complaints

No FCA disciplinary action, and no complaints recorded with the Ombudsman.

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Is Argo Leisure Limited FCA authorised?
Argo Leisure Limited (FRN 995295) is not directly authorised. It is an appointed representative acting under the responsibility of a directly authorised principal firm.
What does appointed representative mean for Argo Leisure?
An appointed representative (AR) can carry out regulated financial services, but is not directly authorised by the FCA. A principal firm holds the authorisation and is legally responsible for the AR's conduct. Argo Leisure Limited (FRN 995295) is an AR of Argo Nautical Limited (FRN 912994). When you use Argo Leisure's services, the FCA authorisation sits with the principal firm. Example: if you take financial advice from Argo Leisure, complaints and compensation usually follow the same rules as dealing with the principal, but this depends on the product and your circumstances. Before you proceed, confirm contact details match the official FCA register for both firms. Scammers sometimes clone legitimate AR names and FRNs but use fake phone numbers and websites.
Is my money safe with Argo Leisure?
Protection works through Argo Nautical Limited, the principal firm responsible for Argo Leisure's regulated activity. FSCS cover and the Financial Ombudsman Service apply as they would to the principal.
Is Argo Leisure a scam or clone?
Argo Leisure is a genuine FCA-listed firm. However, scammers sometimes clone authorised firms. Always check that the contact details you were given match those on the FCA register before sending money or sharing information.
What is Argo Leisure's Firm Reference Number (FRN)?
Argo Leisure's FRN is 995295. You can verify it on the FCA register.