Wah Kwong Maritime Transport Holdings Limited

Wah Kwong Ship Management has recently added 5 Kamsarmax bulkcarriers, each with a capacity of 82,000 DWT, serving worldwide trade routes. The new vessels are: - MV "BBG Honor" (built in 2015) - Taken over at Jorf Lasfar, Morocco - MV "BBG Endeavor" (built in 2013) - Taken over at Taizhou, China - MV "BBG Dream" (built in 2012) - Taken over en route from Singapore to Batangas, Philippines - MV "BBG Journey" (built in 2017) - Taken over at Krishnapatnam, India - MV "BBG Integrity" (built in 2017) - Taken over at Singapore We extend our sincere gratitude to BG Shipping Group and wish the captains and crew members safe and prosperous journeys. Bon voyage!

We are very proud  to have created an initiative, Sustainability in Shipping lunches, which fosters invaluable discussions and knowledge sharing among our members in the #HongKongshipping community. This initiative is designed to facilitate the exchange of insights and experiences from various projects undertaken by our members aimed at reducing #CO2emissions. In our latest Sustainability in Shipping lunch last Friday, kindly hosted by Wah Kwong Maritime Transport Holdings Limited — a Hong Kong shipowner of modern mid to large-sized bulk carriers, tankers, and small pressurized LPG carriers — we had the pleasure of hearing from Jacqueline Chao, the Head of Sustainability in Wah Kwong,  and Hare Ram Sah, GM at Venture Marine Services.  Jacqui shared their experience with working on #VoluntaryCarbonCredits via Gold Standard, a global carbon registry and verification of carbon emission reductions from #retrofits and potential revenues from sale of carbon credits in the voluntary carbon credit markets. Hare and Jacqui then spoke about their Retrofit program and Retrofit Energy Efficiency Measures aimed at upgrading ships for enhanced energy efficiency and aligning their retrofit program to the company's strategic objectives. A special thank you to all our members and experts for their contributions and perspectives that enrich our discussions! Abbie H.| Andre Kroneberg | Gautam Ramaswamy | Vipin Sachdeva | Vedika Gupta | Rajiv Tetarbe | Mark Hardy | Roberto Giannetta | Jagdev Ghuman | Michael Steen Hansen | Tabitha Logan | Nelly Akhmedzhanova | Wah Kwong Maritime Transport Holdings Limited | KC Maritime | Pacific Basin Shipping Limited | Chellaram Shipping (HK) Limited | Portline - Transportes Maritimos Internacionas | Fairmont Shipping (HK) Ltd | Cetus Maritime | Hong Kong Liner Shipping Association | Gard AS | SeaKapital

We are excited to host a Leadership and Interpersonal Skills and Human Factors 2-day training at our Shenzhen office in September. Team members at various levels engaged with Ian Collins from Wellbeing Daily, Australia, and Capt. Rachit Jain from Safe Lanes, Singapore. Using E-colours and AERO (Advanced Error Reduction in Organisation), we aim to enhance interpersonal skills and highlight the importance of the human element in our organisation. Embracing Human and Organisational Performance (HOP) principles will help us create safer, more productive work environments while reducing costs and boosting overall performance. Our goal is to elevate our health and safety initiatives by focusing on the Human Element.

With the support of BG Shipping Group, Wah Kwong Ship Management continues to manage additional vessels for our client. The latest addition is the Ultramax bulkcarrier MV "BBG Nova," taken over on 15 September 2024, in Lianyungang, China. This vessel, with a deadweight tonnage (DWT) of 63,000 tonnes, is engaged in worldwide trade. We wish the Master and crew members safe and prosperous journeys ahead. Bon voyage!

Unlocking the Potential of a Sustainable Blue Economy The sustainable blue economy is vital for promoting the long-term health and utilisation of our ocean resources. In our panel discussion, we will explore the responsible implementation of sustainable practices that align business strategies with environmental sustainability. We will discuss financial models and showcase innovative solutions that drive transformative impacts. This is a valuable opportunity to gain insights from industry leaders who will share best practices and strategic approaches while highlighting opportunities for leveraging the sustainable blue economy. We are pleased to announce that this discussion will be moderated by Mr. Alistair Monument from WWF, alongside a panel of distinguished experts: Mr. Alfred C. from BNP Paribas Wealth Management, Mr. Greg McMillan from Wah Kwong Maritime Transport Holdings Limited, Dr. Patrick Chung-wing Yeung from AVPN, and Mr. Yimo ZHANG from WWF-China. Join us on 13 September for the rewarding discussions at the “Net Zero and Nature Positive Theatre.” This event is part of ReThink HK, taking place on 12-13 September 2024 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, with WWF-Hong Kong as the Content Partner. View the full programme➡️ https://lnkd.in/gD6tk8mc Register for your delegate pass ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gP-auGmZ   #OnlyWayForward #ReThinkHK2024 #rethinkhongkong #SustainabilityHK #SustainableDevelopment #Sustainability #SustainableBlueEconomy #NaturePositive #NaturebasedSolutions #NbS #WWFHongKong

“BBG Kindness,” a handysize bulkcarrier, was taken over by Wah Kwong Ship Management at Zhoushan, China, on 28 August 2024. We sincerely thank the owner, BG Shipping Group, for entrusting us with the management of another vessel. We wish the Captain and crew members safe and successful voyages. Bon Voyage!

We are delighted that Wah Kwong has been awarded the "Outstanding Performance Award in Port State Control Inspection for the year 2023" and the "Company Recruiting the Most Hong Kong Sea-going Cadets in 2023" by the Marine Department of the HKSAR Government. At the award ceremony held last week, jointly organised by the Marine Department and the Hong Kong Shipowners Association (HKSOA), Capt. Biju Narayanan AFNI, Deputy General Manager of Wah Kwong Ship Management, and Capt. Zhou Jianfeng Zhou Capt, Managing Director of Wah Kwong Maritime Transport, received the respective awards from Mr. Lam Sai-hung, Secretary for the Transport and Logistics. The Honourable Mrs Regina Ip Lau Suk-yee delivered the keynote address and Director of Marine, Mr. Wong Sai Fat, was also in attendance. In particular, we are proud to receive the Outstanding PSC Award for the 4th consecutive year, which reflects the dedication and teamwork of everyone at Wah Kwong Ship Management, striving excellence on all levels. We would also like to highlight a milestone achieved by the Hong Kong Shipping Registry, announced at the event: it has reached a record high of over 132.5 million gross tonnage, reinforcing its position as the world’s fourth-largest ship registry. Together with the vibrant maritime community in Hong Kong, we remain dedicated to shaping the future of the industry. Congratulations to Team Wah Kwong again!   #wahkwong #maritimeaward #maritimesafety #maritimehk #hongkongshippingregistry #shippingaward #hksoa

We were thrilled to host a delightful dinner with Hing Chao, a true advocate for maritime education. Hing’s recognition of the Institute of Seatransport underscores our commitment to fostering talent across the wide spectrum of the maritime industry. 🚢 Both the Institute of Seatransport and Wah Kwong Maritime Transport Holdings Limited share a common vision: to promote the maritime industry to the next generation and equip seasoned seafarers with the knowledge needed for successful transitions to shore-based roles. 🌐 Whether it’s understanding charter parties, bill of lading, marine insurance policy, or ship financing, our practical courses will empower seafarers to thrive in shore-based positions. Join us in celebrating our #40thAnniversary as we continue shaping the future of sea transport! 🌊 Become a member and be part of our vibrant community. 🙌 https://lnkd.in/gBiczZ5a Thanks Abbie H. for coordinating this memorable evening. Capt. Lothair Lam | Karen Cheung | Brian Yam | Raymond T C Wong | Stockton Chow | Mantus CHAN | William Lai | Audrey Shen |

Over the past two weeks, BG Shipping has added 2 more additional vessels under Wah Kwong Ship Management: "BBG Forever", with 63,000 dwt, was taken over on 20 August at Ningbo, China, while 82,000 dwt "BBG Grace" was taken over on 25 Aug at Baoshan, China. We extend our sincere gratitude to the BG Shipping Group and we wish the Captains and crew members safe and prosperous journeys ahead. Bon Voyage!

Only ONE WEEK left before we close our applications for The Captain's Table 2024 competition! 🚢  but the real excitement is just getting started! 🔥 Our team together with our  technical experts and advisors are gearing up to dive into all those applications and put on their selection hats. 🧠 A big shout-out to our sponsors and partners. We're honoured to have your trust and commitment: Hong Kong Maritime and Port Board | KC Maritime | HFW | Pacific Basin Shipping Limited | The Caravel Group | Valles Steamship Company, Limited | Anglo-Eastern | Chellaram Shipping (HK) Limited | CHINA MERCHANTS ENERGY SHIPPING CO., LTD. | Gulf Marine | Invest Hong Kong | Veson Nautical | Wallem Group | West | Wah Kwong Maritime Transport Holdings Limited | Fairmont Shipping (HK) Ltd | Tai Chong Cheang Steamship Co. (H.K.) Limited and our ecosystem and media partners #BritishConsulateGeneralHK | #DepartmentforBusinessandTradeHongKong | XINDE MARINE NEWS | Splash Maritime and Offshore News (splash247.com) | D2XCEL | Lloyd's Register | ReThink HK | World Maritime Merchants Forum Let’s make this happen! 🚀 Tabitha Logan, Su Yin Anand, Nelly Akhmedzhanova, Matthew Treadwell, Steven Jones FRSA, Chris O'Callaghan, Vipin Sachdeva, Harsh Bhave #CaptainsTableFinals #PitchCompetition #maritimeinnovation #shippingindustry