Hong Kong Marine Department

The Hong Kong Marine Department is a government agency responsible for overseeing maritime safety, navigation, and environmental protection in Hong Kong waters. It manages vessel registration, licensing, and certification, ensures maritime infrastructure safety, and enforces laws related to shipping and port operations. The department also provides navigational aids, monitors maritime traffic, and responds to maritime emergencies. Its goal is to facilitate a safe, efficient, and environmentally sustainable maritime industry, supporting Hong Kong’s status as a major international shipping hub.