Hong Kong: The International Maritime Center
Hong Kong is one of the world’s most important maritime centers. Home to the fourth-largest ship register, with a total of about 120 million gross tonnes, and fifth-busiest container port, Hong Kong’s maritime industry has traditionally been one of the key pillars of its vibrant economy. The city’s liner services connect to 470 destinations a week, and sea-cargo operations serve 58 countries along the Belt and Road corridors.
Leading shipowners, ship operators and tonnage providers have historically been drawn to Hong Kong as a base by a variety of factors: its international finance
Hong Kong is one of the world’s most important maritime centers. Home to the fourth-largest ship register, with a total of about 120 million gross tonnes, and fifth-busiest container port, Hong Kong’s maritime industry has traditionally been one of the key pillars of its vibrant economy. The city’s liner services connect to 470 destinations a week, and sea-cargo operations serve 58 countries along the Belt and Road corridors.Leading shipowners, ship operators and tonnage providers have historically been drawn to Hong Kong as a base by a variety of factors: its international finance



