The existing Hong Kong Maritime and Port Board will be reconstituted into the “Hong Kong Maritime and Port Development Board”.
The high-level advisory body will assist the Government in formulating policies and long-term development strategies. To be chaired by a non-official member, with other members largely from the maritime sector, the new body will be underpinned by dedicated staff to undertake research and publicity work.
Furthermore, additional funding will be provided to enhance its research capabilities, strengthen its Mainland and overseas promotional work and step up manpower training.
Additionally, it will support the Government in policy implementation more effectively and will promote the sustainable development of Hong Kong’s maritime industry.
To remind, earlier this month Hong Kong’s International Maritime Centre (IMC) announced the creation of the Hong Kong Chamber of Shipping (HKCoS).
