about us
An exploratory meeting was held in the Merchant Service Club
on 28 November 1984.
The first Branch Committee Meeting was held on 04 December 1984 in the boardroom, Indo China Steam Navigation Co Ltd, at which the following were present:-
Chairman - G A Marchant - Director Indo China SNCo
Secretary - N J Lopez - Senior Lecturer - HKPoly
Treasurer - N J Lane - Ops Mgr Indo China SNCo
S M Chang
I Dale
R Kent
A M Moore
C Y Tong
& P Wyatt
Application under the Societies Ordinance for registration of the branch was made on 06 December 1984
The first full meeting of the Branch was to be held on 22 January 1985
The web site went on line in July 2000
The Hong Kong Branch of The Nautical Institute has been a cornerstone for maritime professionals in the region since 1984. It serves as a hub for seafarers and maritime experts, offering a platform for networking, professional development, and knowledge sharing. Throughout the year, the branch organises various events, including technical seminars, social gatherings, and networking opportunities. These events are designed to foster a sense of community and keep members updated on the latest industry trends and advancements.
The Nautical Institute is a global, non-governmental organisation (NGO) with consultative status at the International Maritime Organisation (IMO). The Nautical Institute stands out as it promotes high standards of professionalism and best practices within the maritime industry, dedicates to enhancing safety at sea, supports education and training initiatives, helping maritime professionals stay updated with the latest knowledge and skills. It represents the interests of its members at international, national, and local levels, ensuring their voices are heard in important maritime discussions.
The Nautical Institute has created diversity among its members who are sea-going officers from deck, engine, and other departments. Shore professionals range from legal to P & I, Ship-owning to Ship management, maritime education and training, maritime service professionals, technologists, and people engaged in other maritime, shipping, and trading activities. Members have access to a global network of maritime professionals, facilitating the exchange of ideas and experiences.
Nautical Institute provides free membership to cadets and trainees. Younger Members’ Council is made up of professionals below the age of 35 years, who are passionate and forward-thinking. Our diversified branch members are dealing with maritime issues such as decarbonization, digitalization, leadership, training, coaching & mentoring, shipping regulations, safety, security, environment, quality, etc. The branch members are made of various nationalities, religions, sexes, and cultures; but our aims and objectives are the same and aligned with our headquarters in London (https://www.nautinst.org/).
The branch holds many events on its own and joint events with other learned societies in Hong Kong and the region, which aim to develop better collaboration with other branches regionally.
We thank our predecessors who made this branch so active and relevant to the local maritime industry. We will try to make it better and provide professional support to the industry professionals. Our branch members including committee members work tirelessly and contribute to the industry selflessly.
Dr. Kaushik ROY, CMMar, CMarTech, FNI
Chair
Nautical Institute Hong Kong Branch