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Hong Kong shipping and logistics
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Wines from Domaine Faiveley and Bullard-Simon in Burgundy, France. Photo: Oscar Liu
Hong Kong economy

Can Hong Kong mature as a wine hub? French vineyard owner calls for new focus

Seventh-generation winemaker Erwan Faiveley encourages city to up logistical and storage services during first post-Covid fact-finding trip.

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China trade

Explainer | The return of Red Sea shipping: 3 scenarios for Chinese trade

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Hong Kong economy

Editorial | ‘Partner port’ ties will help Hong Kong navigate global trade volatility

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong links up with 3 key ‘partner’ ports to ride out trade volatility

Hong Kong leader John Lee tells a logistics conference partnerships have been formed with two ports in mainland China and one in Chile.

Hong Kong is hosting the 15th Asian Logistics, Maritime and Aviation Conference. Photo: Jelly Tse
US-China trade war

US-China port fee suspension brings backlash as well as relief

Democrats, labour unions and industry analysts condemn decision despite shippers saying the move will give global trade a vital boost.

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Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Hong Kong holds key ‘accelerator’ role as China’s trade strategy evolves

The city’s institutional strengths, strategic location and service capabilities make it a pivotal enabler of China’s changing trade architecture.

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Business of climate change

This Hong Kong start-up helps us see ‘the colour of the wind’ in 3D

The start-up aims to launch a pair of satellites within the next 18 months, followed by another five to create a constellation.

(From left) Stellerus Technology vice-chairman and CEO David Liu, chief technology officer Jeffrey Xu, chairwoman and co-founder Su Hui and HKUST’s director of digital cities and smart hazard mitigation laboratory Limin Zhang. Photo: Edmond So
China shipbuilding

‘Clear edge’: why China’s shipyards are still dominant despite US port fee drama

China’s shipbuilders already lead in terms of capacity, price and quality – and they will benefit from the green transition, insiders say.

US-China trade war

CK Hutchison gets encouraging signs of a deal with Panama government

Panama is still open to being flexible and reaching an amicable agreement with CK Hutchison, owned by Hong Kong billionaire Li Ka-shing.

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China shipbuilding

Ships divert, directors resign as US-China port fees rock shipping industry

Global carriers scramble to adapt as new US and Chinese duties take effect – and first vessel reportedly hit with 4.5 million yuan charge.

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A container ship sails at a port in China’s eastern Shandong province. New US and Chinese port fees have rocked the shipping industry in recent days. Photo: AFP
E-commerce

DHL expects US e-commerce tariff impact to unfold over a year like Brexit

Chinese firms are seeking new markets amid US tariff changes and potential reviews by the UK and EU, DHL Express CEO says.

DHL shipped 400 tonnes a day of Shein and Temu products from China to the US with its fleet of 17 widebody aircraft in the fourth quarter of last year. Photo: dpa
China trade

Trump’s tariffs will slow, not kill, trade growth: DHL-NYU study

Global trade volume set to grow 2.5 per cent annually through 2029, roughly matching the rate in the past 10 years, research says.

Hong Kong economy

Opinion | How joining the RCEP will boost Hong Kong’s role as a superconnector

From supply chain alignment to financial services, the city’s membership would undoubtedly add value to its long-standing economic partners.

Hong Kong property

Hong Kong’s warehouses find support from demand to store metals and art

The city’s logistics sector receives a boost from LME’s inclusion and art storage demand, despite a cautious market and falling rents.

Workers at Christie’s warehouse in Tsing Yi. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Business of climate change

Hong Kong shipper Wah Kwong joins push for greener energy at ports

Firm enters joint venture to cut diesel emissions by building onshore power hookups for ships in ports.

A container ship moves towards a berth at the container terminal of the port in Qingdao, in China’s eastern Shandong province, on September 24, 2025. Photo: AFP
US-China trade war

China issues retaliatory rules ahead of US port fee targeting Chinese vessels

Beijing’s countermeasures seen as further complicating shipping routes connecting US and China, but the number of affected vessels could be small.

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Business of climate change

Methanol supply key to Hong Kong’s green marine goals: CM Energy

World’s first vehicle carrier powered by methanol and conventional fuel, the CM Hong Kong, calls on the city on its maiden voyage.

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Banking & finance

Qatari fund invests US$2 million in CK Asset-backed start-up Nexx

Doha-based Rasmal Ventures, backed by the Qatar Investment Authority, invests US$2 million in Hong Kong’s Nexx.

From left, Nexx Global’s CEO Oscar Hui, chairman Houston Huang and vice-chairman John Chan. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong stock market

CK Hutchison says US$23 billion global ports sale delayed until 2026

The deal is taking much longer than expected because of the size and complexity, co-managing director Frank Sixt says.

Hong Kong economy

Another storm brews for CK Hutchison under Panama ports partnership proposal

State partnership plan floated by Panamanian president could trigger significant losses for Hong Kong-based conglomerate, experts warned.

Hong Kong economy

Opinion | How Hong Kong can re-emerge as a leader in maritime trade

As the city moves to reclaim land for modern industries, it should also reclaim its leading role in container shipping and logistics.

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Aerial view of the Kwai Tsing Container Port on October 3, 2018. Photo: Roy Issa
Hong Kong economy

Will CK Hutchison’s plan to tap mainland Chinese firm for ports deal pay off?

Deal may become bargaining chip between US and China, experts say, as Li Ka-shing’s conglomerate looks to add ‘significant member’ to consortium.

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CK Hutchison has revealed that it plans to invite a mainland Chinese firm to join a consortium behind the deal as a “significant member”. Photo: Sam Tsang
Business of climate change

Hong Kong has potential to become green marine fuel hub with Beijing’s backing

City can have a bigger say in green fuel trading and pricing if it becomes a trading hub, CIMC Enric president Leo Yang says.

Saudi Arabia

Growing China trade prompts Hong Kong venture for Saudi cargo carrier

The ‘China-Saudi story’ is rapidly growing across all sectors, creating many long-term opportunities for the logistics player, CEO says.

Hong Kong economy

Little confidence Hong Kong’s Hutchison port deal can surmount ‘major hurdles’

China and Panama unlikely to sign off on US$23 billion deal before July 27 deadline for exclusive negotiation, legal and logistics experts say.

The entrance of Balboa Port, one of CK Hutchison’s assets that it wants to sell to a consortium. Photo: Reuters
Hong Kong tourism

Cruise ship Star Voyager to make Hong Kong its home port from June to November

Operator making a comeback in Asia following the bankruptcy of Genting Hong Kong in 2022 due to pandemic.

The 1,800-passenger Star Voyager liner was set to commence deployment from Hong Kong as its home base on June 27. Photo: Getty Images
Trade

Trump’s tariffs, port fees will force shipping firms to adapt: chamber head

Chinese dominance of shipbuilding is a ‘reality’ that will not change no matter what fees the US applies, Guy Platten says.

Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Hong Kong must wake up to the dangers of US port and shipping threats

If Hong Kong fails to anticipate and adapt, its long-standing role as an international maritime centre could be destabilised.

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