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Hong Kong
Long considered to be a major import and export centre, Hong Kong has a proud maritime tradition. It’s for these reasons (amongst others) that many of the world’s leading ship management companies choose to locate their headquarters in the Special Administrative Region (SAR).
Hong Kong maritime facts
- Hong Kong ranks as the world’s ninth-largest exporter and eighth-largest importer of goods.
- Over half of Hong Kong’s cargo throughput consists of transshipments - with products from mainland China accounting for approximately 40% of this volume.
- Hong Kong is the world’s fourth largest shipping register, with the register accounting for approximately 130 million gross tonnage.
- Hong Kong is a critical link within the 21st Century Maritime Silk Road.
Hong Kong, then, has a historical association with shipping. And, so too does Brookes Bell. Which is why we maintain a presence in the heart of the Special Administrative Region.
Given the volume of cargo that passes through Hong Kong, it’s perhaps no surprise to find that Brookes Bell’s presence in Hong Kong consists primarily of cargo scientists.
Our team is able to provide a range of advice including; scientific cargo advice, investigations of cargo disputes, advice on loss prevention, cargo liquefaction and more.
But, our Hong Kong marine consultancy services are not limited to cargo alone. Backed by our global team of experts, we can provide support including; marine engineering, salvage and wreck, naval architecture, metallurgy, paint and coatings and more.
Need advice regarding a shipping issue in Hong Kong? Then speak to Brookes Bell today.