Connie Talk EP10 | Jessie Chung notes outstanding strengths, future challenges of HK port industry

As one of the busiest container terminals in the world, Hong Kong's container terminals are highly acclaimed for their operational excellence and innovative services. They not only contribute to the prosperity of HK's economy, but also provide efficient and convenient logistics solutions for international trade. The success of the HK port industry is attributed to its unique strengths and continuous innovation.

Apart from its geographical significance, Hong Kong's success in the port industry can be attributed to its unique advantages and continuous innovation. With an advanced automation system, ports in HK are capable of accommodating large cargo ships and ultra-large container vessels, and the largest number of reefer containers in South China.

While focusing on efficient operation and flexibility, it also maintains a momentum of development. With the double boost of automation and artificial intelligence, its advantages can keep pace with the times, forming a virtuous cycle of "innovation promotes efficiency improvement, and efficient work promotes innovation".

In this interview, we invite Ms. Jessie Chung, Chairman of the Hong Kong Container Terminal Operators Association, to elaborate on the strengths and challenges of the HK port industry. She mentioned that the trading and logistics industries together accounted for 23.7% of Hong Kong's gross domestic product (GDP) and also created huge employment opportunities, which were indispensable to the future development of Hong Kong.

In the face of declining throughput and future downside risks, she emphasized, "With concerted efforts and continued investment in their infrastructure, container terminal operators in HK will continue to deliver excellent services to our customers in the ever-changing market."

What are HK's strengths in the port industry when compared to other neighboring ports? What initiatives have the container terminals taken to enhance the competitiveness of the HK port? What are the positive contributions of the port industry in HK? What are the prospects and challenges for the industry? How to maintain the competitiveness of the HK port? Please watch the video now for more information.