Hong Kong has always been the hub of trade, logistics and maritime in the South China Region in past decades. Against the backdrop of China’s Belt and Road and the GBA initiatives, we are witnessing a paradigm shift impelled by the trade tension between the US and China with the resulting production relocation and supply chain re-alignment on the one hand, and the burgeoning e-Commerce on the other. The combined impact on the trade and economic development in China and ASEAN countries is profound.

How can Hong Kong remain competitive by leveraging its core competencies of free port status, superb connectivity, sound legal system based on common law, and its deep talent pool to capitalize on the emerging opportunities? How will be the application of technology in logistics support Hong Kong in its pursuits? What will be the technologies involved?

It is our great pleasure and honor to have more than 10 keynote speakers to share their expert knowledge and experience in the port, maritime, and logistics developments in Hong Kong and their insights about the way forward for technology adoption to enhance competitiveness. The topics will include AI, IoT, Robotics, Fintech, Insurance and Supply Chain Management.