COPENHAGEN, 29 APRIL — The Global Maritime Forum is pleased to announce that Hing Chao has joined its Board of Directors.
A highly respected leader in the maritime sector, Hing brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to advancing sustainability, collaboration, and innovation in global shipping. He is the Executive Chairman of Wah Kwong Maritime Transport, Co-founder and Executive Chairman of the Hong Kong Chamber of Shipping, and a former member of the Global Maritime Forum Advisory Council.
Hing plays a pivotal role in driving international and regional cooperation across the maritime industry. He serves as Chairman of the Bureau Veritas Global Marine and Offshore Advisory Council and of RINA’s Asia Decarbonisation Committee. He is also the founder and convenor of the Greater Bay Maritime Forum and a committee member of the Consultative Committee on Guangdong-Hong Kong Co-operation (Guangzhou Nansha).
“We are excited to welcome Hing Chao to our Board of Directors. His extensive experience in the maritime industry will provide valuable insights as we continue our efforts towards a more sustainable future for global seaborne trade,” said Johannah Christensen, Global Maritime Forum CEO. “Hing’s leadership in Hong Kong, a key maritime hub, and his perspective on the region’s potential role in green energy markets will be important as we explore new opportunities to drive sustainability in the industry."
“The world stands at a crossroads, and the challenges we face require the collective knowledge and wisdom of everyone—across geographies and industries—to work together. I believe we possess more abilities, resources, and execution power than we realise,” said Hing Chao, Executive Chairman of Wah Kwong Maritime Transport. “To cross that tipping point, innovative and progressive partnerships like the Global Maritime Forum are crucial. I look forward to serving on the Board and working towards our collective goals.”
Hing’s appointment reflects the Global Maritime Forum’s ongoing commitment to inclusive, high-impact leadership that drives meaningful change across the maritime industry.
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About the Global Maritime Forum
The Global Maritime Forum is an international not-for-profit organisation committed to shaping the future of global seaborne trade. It brings together visionary leaders and experts who, through collaboration and collective action, strive to promote sustainable long-term economic development and human well-being.
Established in 2017, the Global Maritime Forum is funded through a combination of grants and partner contributions. It operates independently of any external influence and does not endorse individual technologies or companies. Most of its approximately 45-person staff is based at the organisation's headquarters in Copenhagen, Denmark.