As a previous thread on this 'interesting' operation has now been archived, here is a recent link on investigations into the Pacific Tycoon Container Leasing Scam.

Link: http://suzanneday.hubpages.com/hub/pacific-tycoon-scam

It appears that they mostly target British and Australian nationals and operate 'offices' in parts of asia.

It would be interesting to hear if anyone else has any updated information on the infamous Ted Mallory and Pacific Tycoon in general.

Interesting link - thanks for posting. Given all the use of online "client testimonials" , I appreciated the comment: "Well, all I can say is that anyone can come up with a few happy client testimonials on their website and can put whatever performance data they want" ...

Motley Fool UK has an ongoing thread about Pacific Tycoon on their "a fool and his money" subthread - you might want to check it out - some of the posters may have updated information