6 March 2026

For Immediate Release

CILTHK Supports the 2026–27 Budget of the HKSAR Government

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in Hong Kong (CILTHK) welcomes and supports the HKSAR Government’s 2026–27 Budget and its theme, “Driving High-quality, Inclusive Growth with Innovation and Finance.” We are encouraged by the Budget’s continued commitment to consolidating Hong Kong’s position as an international trade centre, aviation hub and maritime centre, while accelerating the development of the Northern Metropolis and enhancing competitiveness through innovation and digital transformation.

CILTHK notes positively a number of Budget measures that are highly relevant to the continued development of Hong Kong’s logistics and maritime sectors. In particular, we are encouraged by the Government’s ongoing efforts to promote smart port development through the introduction of a Port Community System (PCS). The PCS will support real-time cargo visibility across sea, land and air movements, facilitate cross-boundary data collaboration, and enable value‑added functions such as One‑Data‑Multiple‑Declarations. We are keen to work with the Budget’s direction to strengthen Hong Kong’s role as a sustainable international smart logistics hub through initiatives that promote innovation, logistics data interconnectivity and industry transformation.

On trade facilitation, CILTHK supports the Government’s proposal to pursue legislative amendments to extend the current arrangements under the Air Transhipment Cargo Exemption Scheme to other sea transhipment and sea‑air transhipment modes. We believe these enhancements will further reinforce Hong Kong’s role as a regional and international transhipment hub by improving operational efficiency and enabling logistics players to provide more integrated multimodal solutions.

CILTHK notes positively that the Transport Strategy Blueprint, as highlighted in the Budget, adheres to a public transport‑oriented principle so as to enhance cross-boundary transport infrastructure, facilitate the movement of people and goods within the Greater Bay Area (GBA) and drive smart transformation to provide greater convenience for the public and tourists. This reinforces the Government’s commitment to the Blueprint and the long‑term sustainable development of Hong Kong’s transport sector. We applaud the Government’s continued investment in major rail and road projects forming the “Eight Vertical and Eight Horizontal” transport layout to meet the needs arising from long‑term population growth, new development areas and cross‑boundary travel.

CILTHK also recognises the importance of continued efforts to improve traffic management and operational efficiency through innovation and technology. The establishment of an AI‑ and data‑driven traffic management platform will enable comprehensive monitoring of real‑time traffic conditions, helping to alleviate congestion, enhance road safety and improve journey reliability for both passengers and freight vehicles.

We further looks forward to the policy directions that promote sustainable and low‑carbon transport, including the development of Smart and Green Mass Transit Systems. Together with measures that encourage the adoption of greener vehicles, optimise public transport usage and support modal shifts, these initiatives will contribute to emissions reduction, improved roadside air quality and a better urban environment. Such measures align with Hong Kong’s broader climate objectives while enhancing the long‑term resilience of the transport system.

CILTHK fully supports the Budget’s initiative to expedite the development of autonomous driving towards driverless mode, including the commencement of the Airportcity Link autonomous transport system, which represents a significant milestone in the commercialisation of advanced mobility solutions in Hong Kong.

CILTHK also stands ready to the Budget’s continued policy push on the Low‑altitude Economy (LAE), including the refinement of the regulatory framework, the progressive rollout of Regulatory Sandbox trials, and exploration with the Mainland on cross‑boundary low‑altitude logistics. We view the LAE as an emerging area with strong potential to complement existing logistics networks and support deeper regional integration within the GBA.

Regarding long‑term capacity building, CILTHK welcomes the Budget’s support for the development of a modern logistics cluster in Hung Shui Kiu / Ha Tsuen, including the reservation of land for modern logistics uses and the invitation of expressions of interest for the first site. We consider this an important step in strengthening Hong Kong’s physical logistics infrastructure, supporting high value‑added logistics services, and enabling more efficient cross‑boundary connectivity.

On maritime development, CILTHK supports the Government’s initiatives to enhance high value‑added maritime services, including proposed improvements to tax concession measures and steps to strengthen ship registration arrangements. We also commends the Budget’s green shipping initiatives, notably the development of Hong Kong as a green maritime fuel bunkering and trading centre. Measures such as port dues concessions, incentives for green vessels, and legislative work to support additional anchorages for green fuel bunkering operations will strengthen Hong Kong’s positioning amid the global maritime industry’s green transition.

CILTHK appreciates the Government’s sustained focus on strengthening Hong Kong’s logistics and maritime competitiveness through coordinated policy, digital enablement, trade facilitation, infrastructure planning and green transformation. As a professional institute representing practitioners across the logistics, transport and maritime sectors, CILTHK stands ready to continue engaging with the Government and industry stakeholders to support the successful implementation of the Budget initiatives and to advance Hong Kong’s development as a leading regional and global logistics and maritime hub.

About The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in Hong Kong

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in Hong Kong (CILTHK) is a major branch of The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT). The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (www.ciltinternational.org) is an organisation with an established international pedigree with over 30,000 members working in over 100 countries. It was formed in the United Kingdom in 1919 and granted a Royal Chartered in 1926.

CILTHK (www.cilt.org.hk) was set up in 1968 and is one of the CILT global chapters. CILT is presented worldwide and we all share the common cause to promote and advance the art and science of supply chain, logistics and transport. Currently, the membership of CILTHK is around 2,000 and broadly ranges from experienced senior managers to junior staff in the industries of shipping, logistics, airline, railway, road, public transport, government, educational institutes and consultancy. The Institute regularly organises professional programmes and activities for members, such as seminars, forums, conferences, technical visits; formulates and implements professional codes to ensure and uphold the professional standards in the industry.

Further Enquiry

Please feel free to contact 2866-6336 or by email at info@cilt.org.hk for any areas of our suggestions that we can amplify further.

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香港運輸物流學會支持2026-27年度財政預算案

香港運輸物流學會歡迎並支持香港特區政府2026–27年度財政預算案及其主題「創科驅動、　金融賦能；多元發展、關愛惠民」。我們對預算案持續致力於鞏固香港作為國際貿易中心、航空樞紐及海事中心的承諾感到鼓舞，同時加速北部都會區的發展，並透過創新與數智化轉型提升競爭力。

香港運輸物流學會對多項預算措施持正面評價，這些措施對香港物流及海運行業持續發展高度相關。特別是，我們對政府持續推動智慧港口發展的努力感到鼓舞，特别是引入港口社區系統。該系統提供實時海、陸、空貨物追蹤功能，連接不同業界的物流信息，並與廣東電子口岸聯通，提供一單多報等增值服務。我們熱切希望配合預算案的方向，透過推動創新、物流數據互聯及產業轉型的倡議，強化香港作為可持續國際智慧物流樞紐的角色。

在貿易便利方面，香港運輸物流學會支持政府推動立法修訂，將現有航空轉運貨物豁免許可證安排，擴展至其他海路轉運或海空轉運模式。我們相信這些提升將進一步鞏固香港作為區域及國際轉運樞紐的角色，提升營運效率，並使物流業者能提供更整合的多式聯運解決方案。

香港運輸物流學會正面指出，正如預算案中強調的《運輸策略藍圖》遵循以公共交通為核心的原則，強化跨境運輸基建，促進大灣區人流物流，並擁抱智慧轉型，更便利市民和旅客。這進一步鞏固了政府對藍圖及香港運輸業長遠可持續發展的承諾。我們讚賞政府持續投資於重大鐵路與公路項目，形成「八縱八橫」交通布局，以滿足長期人口增長、新發展區及跨境交通的需求。

香港運輸物流學會亦認識到持續透過創新與科技提升交通管理與營運效率的重要性。建立一個人工智能與大數據分析的交通管理平台，將能全面監控即時交通狀況，有助於緩解擁塞、提升道路安全，並提升乘客與貨運車輛的旅程可靠性。

我們也期待推動可持續與低碳運輸的政策方向，包括智慧綠色集體運輸系統的發展。結合鼓勵採用更環保車輛、優化公共交通使用及支持交通模式轉乘的措施，這些措施將有助於減排、改善路邊空氣品質及更佳的都市環境。這些措施符合香港更廣泛的氣候目標，同時提升交通系統的長期韌性。

香港運輸物流學會全力支持預算案加快自動駕駛無人化的倡議，包括「航天走廊」自動駕駛運輸系統，這在香港先進出行解決方案商業營運方面具有重要里程碑意義。

香港運輸物流學會也準備迎接預算案持續推動的低空經濟政策，包括完善監管框架、逐步推行監管沙盒試驗，以及與内地合作探索跨境物流試飛。我們視低空經濟為新興領域，具備強大潛力補充現有物流網絡，並支持大灣區更深層的區域整合。

關於長遠能力建設，香港運輸物流學會歡迎預算案支持洪水橋/厦村現代物流圈發展，包括預留土地作現代物流用途及邀請業界就第一幅用地提交發展意向書。我們認為這是加強香港實體物流基礎設施、支持高附加值物流服務及促進更高效跨境連接的重要一步。

在海事發展方面，香港運輸物流學會支持政府提升高附加價值海事服務的舉措，包括擬議的稅務優惠安排及鞏固船舶註冊的措施。我們也讚揚預算案中的綠色航運倡議，特別是將香港發展為綠色船用燃料加注及貿易中心。減免使用或運載綠色燃料船舶的港口費、鼓勵更多船舶在港加注，以及向在港註冊的綠色燃料船舶提供優惠及立法會修例提供更多錨地作綠色燃料加注，將加強香港在全球海事產業綠色轉型中的地位。

香港運輸物流學會感謝政府持續聚焦於透過協調政策、數碼賦能、貿易便利化、基建規劃及綠色轉型，強化香港物流及海事競爭力。作為代表物流、運輸及海事行業從業人員的專業機構，香港港已準備好持續與政府及業界持份者合作，支持預算倡議的成功落實，並推動香港成為區域及全球物流及海事樞紐的領先地位。

香港運輸物流學會簡介

香港運輸物流學會 (CILTHK) 是國際運輸物流學會一個主要分會，而國際運輸物流學會 (CILT)（網址：https://www.ciltinternational.org）是一國際性的非牟利專業組織，現時超過 30 個分會，全球超過 30,000 名會員，遍布 100 多個國家及地區。學會於 1919 年在英國成立， 並於 1926 年獲頒皇家特許狀。

香港運輸物流學會則於 1968 年成立。學會成立宗旨是推廣及提升供應鏈、 物流以及運輸等各範疇的藝術和科學。學會涵蓋多個不同行業，包括海陸 空的客運和貨運。現時香港學會由約 2,000 名會員組成，當中包括資深行政人員、政府公務員、公私營機構及顧問公司的專業人士。學會定期為會員舉辦專業認可培訓及專業活動，例如研討會、論壇、大型會議、參觀活動及持續專業發展計劃；並制定及推行專業守則，確保並維護業內的專業水平。

進一步查詢

如需進一步瞭解我們的建議，請致電 2866-6336 或發送電郵至 info@cilt.org.hk 與本會聯繫。

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