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Mar
HIT, together with members of Hutchison Port Holdings Trust, has pioneered the use of 5G network technology at its container terminals in Hong Kong which enables ultra-high-speed, low latency and massive machine-type communications. Partnering with 3HK, the terminals have integrated 5G in their operations including controlling remote RTGCs, and in CCTV systems with AI intrusion detection features at the gatehouse and on QCs.
HIT, together with members of Hutchison Port Holdings Trust, has pioneered the use of 5G network technology at its container terminals in Hong Kong which enables ultra-high-speed, low latency and massive machine-type communications. Partnering with 3HK, the terminals have integrated 5G in their operations including controlling remote RTGCs, and in CCTV systems with AI intrusion detection features at the gatehouse and on QCs.
Mar
HIT, along with its Hong Kong Seaport Alliance (HKSPA) members, welcomed the OOCL SPAIN, one of the largest container vessels in the world with a capacity of 24,188 TEU, on her maiden voyage. The vessel berthed at HKSPA facilities, marking a new record for the Port of Hong Kong as the first container vessel with the highest capacity of over 24,000 TEU calling the city.
HIT, along with its Hong Kong Seaport Alliance (HKSPA) members, welcomed the OOCL SPAIN, one of the largest container vessels in the world with a capacity of 24,188 TEU, on her maiden voyage. The vessel berthed at HKSPA facilities, marking a new record for the Port of Hong Kong as the first container vessel with the highest capacity of over 24,000 TEU calling the city.
Jul
HIT received two brand new quay cranes, which are Hong Kong’s first quay cranes equipped with solar panels on top of machinery house. This is a significant milestone in the industry, as HIT continues its efforts to explore new alternatives to reduce its operational impacts on the environment and become a green port.
HIT received two brand new quay cranes, which are Hong Kong’s first quay cranes equipped with solar panels on top of machinery house. This is a significant milestone in the industry, as HIT continues its efforts to explore new alternatives to reduce its operational impacts on the environment and become a green port.
2022
Jan
In order to optimise the synergy in remote RTGC operations between HIT and COSCO-HIT/ACT, the Engineering teams successfully implemented a direct fibre connection between Terminal 8 and 9. This laid an essential foundation for a single integrated remote operation centre to control all remote cranes in the Kwai Tsing region. The connected network enabled a faster response time in fault handling and shorten recovery time after repair.
In order to optimise the synergy in remote RTGC operations between HIT and COSCO-HIT/ACT, the Engineering teams successfully implemented a direct fibre connection between Terminal 8 and 9. This laid an essential foundation for a single integrated remote operation centre to control all remote cranes in the Kwai Tsing region. The connected network enabled a faster response time in fault handling and shorten recovery time after repair.
Mar
During the fifth wave of the pandemic in Hong Kong when cross-boundary drivers were unable to travel to the Mainland, the supply of fresh produce from Mainland China has become scant, leading to soaring prices. In view of this, HIT joined hands with Yantian International Container Terminals to carry out cross boundary transportation for suppliers to deliver fresh vegetables, meat, and medical supplies to Hong Kong by sea to expedite the cargo handling and inspection procedures.
During the fifth wave of the pandemic in Hong Kong when cross-boundary drivers were unable to travel to the Mainland, the supply of fresh produce from Mainland China has become scant, leading to soaring prices. In view of this, HIT joined hands with Yantian International Container Terminals to carry out cross boundary transportation for suppliers to deliver fresh vegetables, meat, and medical supplies to Hong Kong by sea to expedite the cargo handling and inspection procedures.
Jul
As a supporter of the Hong Kong Maritime Museum, HIT sponsored its Special Exhibition “Hong Kong’s Maritime Miracle: The Story of Our City Since 1945”. The exhibition detailed Hong Kong’s seafaring development and important milestones in the industry in Hong Kong in the past few decades, and looked forward to Hong Kong’s maritime future.
As a supporter of the Hong Kong Maritime Museum, HIT sponsored its Special Exhibition “Hong Kong’s Maritime Miracle: The Story of Our City Since 1945”. The exhibition detailed Hong Kong’s seafaring development and important milestones in the industry in Hong Kong in the past few decades, and looked forward to Hong Kong’s maritime future.
Jul
Over 200 employees and external contractors participated in the Safety Month campaign organised by HIT to promote the prevention of tripping and slipping accidents. During this campaign, a series of safety promotion activities including indoor and outdoor workplace inspections, a safety exhibition, game booths and lucky draw were held. An online quiz game was also launched by HIT, which resulted in participation from 330 employees and contractor staff.
Over 200 employees and external contractors participated in the Safety Month campaign organised by HIT to promote the prevention of tripping and slipping accidents. During this campaign, a series of safety promotion activities including indoor and outdoor workplace inspections, a safety exhibition, game booths and lucky draw were held. An online quiz game was also launched by HIT, which resulted in participation from 330 employees and contractor staff.
2021
Nov
HIT, COSCO-HIT, ACT and HUTCHISON Logistics joined hands to promote driving safety at their terminals. The activities included game booths, exhibition, tractor checking and the launch of a tailor-made stretching exercise for tractor drivers developed by Hong Kong Polytechnic University.
HIT, COSCO-HIT, ACT and HUTCHISON Logistics joined hands to promote driving safety at their terminals. The activities included game booths, exhibition, tractor checking and the launch of a tailor-made stretching exercise for tractor drivers developed by Hong Kong Polytechnic University.
Sep
At this year’s LSCM Logistics Summit held on 10 September, Mr. Ivor Chow, Managing Director of HIT, shared insights on the pandemic impacts on the global maritime industry and how container terminals cope with these unexpected challenges. He also gave insightful ideas on the importance of building resilience through digitalisation and collaboration among all stakeholders for sustainable growth.
At this year’s LSCM Logistics Summit held on 10 September, Mr. Ivor Chow, Managing Director of HIT, shared insights on the pandemic impacts on the global maritime industry and how container terminals cope with these unexpected challenges. He also gave insightful ideas on the importance of building resilience through digitalisation and collaboration among all stakeholders for sustainable growth.
Apr
HIT launched its Remote Reefer Container Monitoring System, enhancing the terminals’ operational efficiency and occupational safety, enabling it to capture growing business opportunities in the cold chain logistics market. The Remote Reefer Container Monitoring System deployed at HIT, COSCO-HIT and ACT offers the biggest coverage of its kind in the Greater Bay Area.
HIT launched its Remote Reefer Container Monitoring System, enhancing the terminals’ operational efficiency and occupational safety, enabling it to capture growing business opportunities in the cold chain logistics market. The Remote Reefer Container Monitoring System deployed at HIT, COSCO-HIT and ACT offers the biggest coverage of its kind in the Greater Bay Area.
Mar
In March, HKSPA achieved a new productivity record with a vessel operating rate of 204.8 moves an hour during the handling of the 6,027-TEU COSCO HARMONY at Terminal 8. In a challenging environment, the concerted efforts of the Hong Kong operations team managed to surpass the previous record of 187.4 moves an hour, set in 2020.
In March, HKSPA achieved a new productivity record with a vessel operating rate of 204.8 moves an hour during the handling of the 6,027-TEU COSCO HARMONY at Terminal 8. In a challenging environment, the concerted efforts of the Hong Kong operations team managed to surpass the previous record of 187.4 moves an hour, set in 2020.
2020
Nov
HKSPA has set an unrivalled standard in the cold chain market due to its unique free port status and comprehensive service network. With Hong Kong as the port of choice for fruit shipments to China, HIT is in a prime position to capture these growing opportunities. Since November, it has participated in two webinars to discuss relevant issues with industry stakeholders.
HKSPA has set an unrivalled standard in the cold chain market due to its unique free port status and comprehensive service network. With Hong Kong as the port of choice for fruit shipments to China, HIT is in a prime position to capture these growing opportunities. Since November, it has participated in two webinars to discuss relevant issues with industry stakeholders.
Jul
In July, HIT welcomed HMM GDANSK on its maiden call to Hong Kong. HMM GDANSK is the world’s largest container vessel class, featuring a length of 400 metres, a width of 61 metres and carrying capacity of 23,964 TEU. HMM GDANSK operates THE Alliance Far East Europe 3 service, connecting major ports in China, Asia and Europe.
In July, HIT welcomed HMM GDANSK on its maiden call to Hong Kong. HMM GDANSK is the world’s largest container vessel class, featuring a length of 400 metres, a width of 61 metres and carrying capacity of 23,964 TEU. HMM GDANSK operates THE Alliance Far East Europe 3 service, connecting major ports in China, Asia and Europe.
Feb
In February, HKSPA performed 139 moves an hour for Evergreen Marine Corporation’s vessel THALASSA DOXA at Terminal 8, loading and unloading 7,591 containers (equivalent to 13,582 TEU), setting the record for the largest number of moves handled for a single vessel in Hong Kong.
In February, HKSPA performed 139 moves an hour for Evergreen Marine Corporation’s vessel THALASSA DOXA at Terminal 8, loading and unloading 7,591 containers (equivalent to 13,582 TEU), setting the record for the largest number of moves handled for a single vessel in Hong Kong.
2019
May
HIT took delivery of two new Post Panama quay cranes which are designed with a lifting capacity of 60 tonnes and twin-lift feature. The new cranes are also equipped with semi-automation function which further enhances its mega-vessel servicing capabilities.
HIT took delivery of two new Post Panama quay cranes which are designed with a lifting capacity of 60 tonnes and twin-lift feature. The new cranes are also equipped with semi-automation function which further enhances its mega-vessel servicing capabilities.
May
Riding on the successful development of HIT which built a solid foundation over the last fifty years, Hutchison Ports has put in place a strong and balanced portfolio across the globe. On 10 May 2019, HIT and Hutchison Ports held a cocktail reception to celebrate their 50th anniversary with customers, industry stakeholders and Hong Kong government officials.
Riding on the successful development of HIT which built a solid foundation over the last fifty years, Hutchison Ports has put in place a strong and balanced portfolio across the globe. On 10 May 2019, HIT and Hutchison Ports held a cocktail reception to celebrate their 50th anniversary with customers, industry stakeholders and Hong Kong government officials.
Jan
HIT, Modern Terminals Limited, COSCO-HIT Terminals (Hong Kong) Limited, and Asia Container Terminals Limited announced the formation of the Hong Kong Seaport Alliance, a joint operating agreement designed to deliver more efficient service offerings to carriers that call Hong Kong, while enhancing the overall competitiveness of the Port of Hong Kong across the region.
HIT, Modern Terminals Limited, COSCO-HIT Terminals (Hong Kong) Limited, and Asia Container Terminals Limited announced the formation of the Hong Kong Seaport Alliance, a joint operating agreement designed to deliver more efficient service offerings to carriers that call Hong Kong, while enhancing the overall competitiveness of the Port of Hong Kong across the region.
2018
May
HIT took delivery of one new Super Post Panamax quay crane. The new crane is designed with a lifting capacity of 70 tonnes and twin-lift feature which help enhance the terminal’s operational efficiency.
HIT took delivery of one new Super Post Panamax quay crane. The new crane is designed with a lifting capacity of 70 tonnes and twin-lift feature which help enhance the terminal’s operational efficiency.
May
HIT won the Bronze Award in the Transport and Logistics category of 2017 Hong Kong Awards for Environmental Excellence.
HIT won the Bronze Award in the Transport and Logistics category of 2017 Hong Kong Awards for Environmental Excellence.
Apr
HIT took delivery of three new rail-mounted gantry cranes (RMGCs) which are equipped with remote-controlled operation system and other new features, including the world’s first safety protection and operations enhancement functions such as container twistlock detection, anti-truck lifting and truck positioning systems.
HIT took delivery of three new rail-mounted gantry cranes (RMGCs) which are equipped with remote-controlled operation system and other new features, including the world’s first safety protection and operations enhancement functions such as container twistlock detection, anti-truck lifting and truck positioning systems.
Mar
HIT took delivery of second batch of six new e-Hybrid rubber-tyred gantry cranes. The new RTGC design is ready for future in-stacking shuffling enhancement, improving the overall terminal productivity.
HIT took delivery of second batch of six new e-Hybrid rubber-tyred gantry cranes. The new RTGC design is ready for future in-stacking shuffling enhancement, improving the overall terminal productivity.
Jan
HIT’s Container Terminal 9 North launches remote-controlled operations.
HIT’s Container Terminal 9 North launches remote-controlled operations.
2017
Jul
HIT, COSCO-HIT Terminals and Asia Container Terminals jointly organised an eye-catching event, known as “Community Graffiti Day @ the Terminals", to promote community harmony through graffiti art that engages the young and old alike.
HIT, COSCO-HIT Terminals and Asia Container Terminals jointly organised an eye-catching event, known as “Community Graffiti Day @ the Terminals", to promote community harmony through graffiti art that engages the young and old alike.
Apr
The world’s largest container vessel in service, MOL TRIUMPH, called at HIT during her maiden voyage. With a capacity of 20,170 TEU, MOL TRIUMPH measures 400 metres long and 58.8 metres wide.
The world’s largest container vessel in service, MOL TRIUMPH, called at HIT during her maiden voyage. With a capacity of 20,170 TEU, MOL TRIUMPH measures 400 metres long and 58.8 metres wide.
Feb
HIT took delivery of first batch of six new e-Hybrid rubber-tyred gantry cranes (RTGCs). The new cranes run on Electric-Hybrid Dual Power System, a newly-developed technology for RTGC energy saving, which enhances the utilisation rate of e-Hybrid RTGCs to achieve reduction in diesel and energy consumption during operations.
HIT took delivery of first batch of six new e-Hybrid rubber-tyred gantry cranes (RTGCs). The new cranes run on Electric-Hybrid Dual Power System, a newly-developed technology for RTGC energy saving, which enhances the utilisation rate of e-Hybrid RTGCs to achieve reduction in diesel and energy consumption during operations.
2016
Nov
HIT was awarded the “Enterprise Award” and “Innovation and Technology Award” presented at the Hong Kong Star Brand Award 2016 Ceremony. Both awards recognized the company’s achievement with excellence in terminal services, innovation and technology, sustainable development and corporate social responsibility efforts.
HIT was awarded the “Enterprise Award” and “Innovation and Technology Award” presented at the Hong Kong Star Brand Award 2016 Ceremony. Both awards recognized the company’s achievement with excellence in terminal services, innovation and technology, sustainable development and corporate social responsibility efforts.
Mar
HIT took delivery of two new Super Post Panamax (SPP) quay cranes and two new barge quay cranes. With the two additional barge quay cranes, HIT is the only terminal operator in South China that deploys 4 barge quay cranes to enhance barge operational efficiency.
HIT took delivery of two new Super Post Panamax (SPP) quay cranes and two new barge quay cranes. With the two additional barge quay cranes, HIT is the only terminal operator in South China that deploys 4 barge quay cranes to enhance barge operational efficiency.
Jan
The accumulative barge throughput of HIT has topped 2 million TEU – the largest in the Pearl River Delta.
The accumulative barge throughput of HIT has topped 2 million TEU – the largest in the Pearl River Delta.
2015
Nov
HIT took delivery of two new Super Post Panamax quay cranes which are the largest quay cranes in Hong Kong. With a lifting capacity of 70 tonnes and twin-lift feature, they can enhance the terminal’s operational efficiency.
HIT took delivery of two new Super Post Panamax quay cranes which are the largest quay cranes in Hong Kong. With a lifting capacity of 70 tonnes and twin-lift feature, they can enhance the terminal’s operational efficiency.
Oct
Playing a pivotal role in Hutchison Port Holdings Trust (HPH Trust), HIT marked a historical moment in October 2015 seeing the 200 millionth TEU passed smoothly through its Kwai Tsing Port which set a remarkable milestone for Hong Kong’s container port industry.
Playing a pivotal role in Hutchison Port Holdings Trust (HPH Trust), HIT marked a historical moment in October 2015 seeing the 200 millionth TEU passed smoothly through its Kwai Tsing Port which set a remarkable milestone for Hong Kong’s container port industry.
Aug
HIT took delivery of 12 new Electric Rubber-Tyred Gantry Cranes (eRTGC). The eRTGCs run on electricity, which emits up to 95% less exhaust fumes and produces 45% less noise than diesel-driven RTGCs. These equipment can increase both yard stacking capacity and container handling efficiency.
HIT took delivery of 12 new Electric Rubber-Tyred Gantry Cranes (eRTGC). The eRTGCs run on electricity, which emits up to 95% less exhaust fumes and produces 45% less noise than diesel-driven RTGCs. These equipment can increase both yard stacking capacity and container handling efficiency.
Apr
HIT launched “BOXplus Building Operations Excellence”, a 40-week efficiency enhancement study covering general operations, crane maintenance and customer service. The study achieved a gratifying result in optimising HIT’s utilisation of resources, streamlining operations and enhancing its handling capability.
HIT launched “BOXplus Building Operations Excellence”, a 40-week efficiency enhancement study covering general operations, crane maintenance and customer service. The study achieved a gratifying result in optimising HIT’s utilisation of resources, streamlining operations and enhancing its handling capability.
8 Mar
HIT Family Day 2015 received enormous support from the community which offered games and stage performances that attracted almost 5,000 HIT staff members, contractor workers and their family members.
HIT Family Day 2015 received enormous support from the community which offered games and stage performances that attracted almost 5,000 HIT staff members, contractor workers and their family members.
2014
3 Dec
HIT held a celebration to mark its 45th anniversary.
6 Nov
HIT’s Information Security Management System (ISMS) received the ISO/IEC 27001:2013 cert. from the British Standards Institution (BSI) Hong Kong. The ISO/IEC 27001 standard is an internationally recognised benchmark for information security management systems protecting information assets.
HIT’s Information Security Management System (ISMS) received the ISO/IEC 27001:2013 cert. from the British Standards Institution (BSI) Hong Kong. The ISO/IEC 27001 standard is an internationally recognised benchmark for information security management systems protecting information assets.
9 Aug
HIT was bestowed with the “Better World Company” logo from the United Nations Millennium Development Goals, and the “Green Office” label from the World Green Organisation. These labels recognise and honour HIT’s efforts in creating a green office.
HIT was bestowed with the “Better World Company” logo from the United Nations Millennium Development Goals, and the “Green Office” label from the World Green Organisation. These labels recognise and honour HIT’s efforts in creating a green office.
4 Jun
HIT organised an official ceremony to receive two barge quay cranes from the SANY Group. The two cranes, the first of their kind in southern China, were put into operation in March.
HIT organised an official ceremony to receive two barge quay cranes from the SANY Group. The two cranes, the first of their kind in southern China, were put into operation in March.
5 Mar
HIT was presented with the Green Medal by the Hang Seng Pan-Pearl River Delta Environment Awards. The award recognises and rewards environmentally responsible behaviour.
HIT was presented with the Green Medal by the Hang Seng Pan-Pearl River Delta Environment Awards. The award recognises and rewards environmentally responsible behaviour.
25 Jan
HIT finished heightening its third quay crane to 43 metres from a height of 40 metres. It is the first terminal operator in the world to heighten quay cranes in situ. The quay crane heightening project enhances HIT's ability to handle the growing number of mega-vessels calling at the port by allowing its cranes to service one extra container tier in height.
HIT finished heightening its third quay crane to 43 metres from a height of 40 metres. It is the first terminal operator in the world to heighten quay cranes in situ. The quay crane heightening project enhances HIT's ability to handle the growing number of mega-vessels calling at the port by allowing its cranes to service one extra container tier in height.
2013
9 December
HIT signed an agreement with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Machinery Technology Corporation to install remote-control operations for the 29 Rubber-Tyred Gantry Cranes (RTGC) at Container Terminal 9, marking the first time that this innovative technology is being implemented for RTGCs outside of Japan.
HIT signed an agreement with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Machinery Technology Corporation to install remote-control operations for the 29 Rubber-Tyred Gantry Cranes (RTGC) at Container Terminal 9, marking the first time that this innovative technology is being implemented for RTGCs outside of Japan.
8 October
HIT’s Operations Department deployed a new reachstacker to the yard. The reachstacker is the first in Hong Kong capable of stacking 9.5 feet containers six high.
HIT’s Operations Department deployed a new reachstacker to the yard. The reachstacker is the first in Hong Kong capable of stacking 9.5 feet containers six high.
5 July
HIT took delivery of 10 new hybrid Rubber-Tyred Gantry Cranes (RTGCs). The new RTGCs are “one-over-six” models with a lifting capacity of 41 tonnes. The new machines increase the number of hybrid cranes at the terminal to 49, and the total number of RTGCs to 136.
HIT took delivery of 10 new hybrid Rubber-Tyred Gantry Cranes (RTGCs). The new RTGCs are “one-over-six” models with a lifting capacity of 41 tonnes. The new machines increase the number of hybrid cranes at the terminal to 49, and the total number of RTGCs to 136.
2012
14 November
The world's largest container vessel, CMA CGM Marco Polo, made its maiden call at HIT. Capable of carrying up to 16,020 TEU, it is to date the largest container vessel to ever call in Hong Kong. Its decision to berth at HIT is testament to the terminal's world-class efficiency and capability in handling mega-vessels.
9 July
HIT switched on its new solar panel installation, the latest addition to its green energy programme. HIT installed 129 solar photovoltaic (PV) panels above the Terminal 4 gatehouse, making it the fifth largest solar PV system installation in Hong Kong from the private sector.
16 February
HIT signed the Occupational Safety Charter certificate, which was jointly issued by the Labour Department and the Occupational Safety and Health Council. The Charter promotes the highest standards of safety and health for employees, contractors and visitors.
2011
3 October
HIT received the ISO 14001:2004 certificate from HKQAA. This award certifies that HIT’s environmental management system is sustainable and conforms to internationally-recognised best practices.
13 July
HIT received the Continual Improvement Safety Programme Recognition of System (CISPROS) Level 3 certificate from the Occupational Safety & Health Council (OSHC). HIT was one of only five companies in Hong Kong to receive this prestigious recognition from the OSHC. The certificate acknowledged HIT’s commitment to making continual improvements to its occupational safety and health management system (OSHMS).
6 July
HIT took delivery of 10 new hybrid Rubber-Tyred Gantry Cranes (RTGCS). The new machines brought the total number of RTGCs at HIT to 136.
18 March
Hutchison Port Holdings Trust (HPH Trust), of which HIT is a member, was officially listed on the Main Board of Singapore Exchange Securities Trading Limited. For more information on HPH Trust, please visit www.hphtrust.com.
2010
12 May
HIT won the Gold Award in the Transport and Logistics category of the Hong Kong Awards for Environmental Excellence Programme of the Hong Kong's Environmental Campaign Committee.
2009
HIT celebrated its 40th anniversary.
HIT’s Information Security Management System (ISMS) was certified ISO/IEC 27001:2005-compliant by the British Standards Institution (BSI) Hong Kong.
HIT received a Silver Award in the Transport and Logistics category of the Hong Kong Awards for Environmental Excellence Programme of the Hong Kong's Environmental Campaign Committee.
21 April
HIT’s Information Security Management System (ISMS) was certified ISO/IEC 27001:2005-compliant by the British Standards Institution (BSI) Hong Kong.
27 March
HIT received a Silver Award in the Transport and Logistics category of the Hong Kong Awards for Environmental Excellence Programme of the Hong Kong's Environmental Campaign Committee.
2008
June
HIT deployed 17 electric rubber-tyred gantry cranes (eRTGCs). The cranes were the first phase of a HK$140 million crane-electrification programme, which was part of a wider range of initiatives that HIT had launched to help protect the environment and reduce emissions at Kwai Tsing Container Port.
2007
March
HIT donated HK$1 million to the Hong Kong Cancer Fund to help establish the Cancer Patient Resource Centre (CPRC) at Princess Margaret Hospital.
2006
November
HIT won the Grand Award in the eBusiness Category of the Hong Kong Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Awards. HIT also clinched the Gold Award for eBusiness (Applications) for its proprietary Next Generation Terminal Management System.
2005
December
HIT and Yantian International Container Terminals (YICT) deployed an eBilling service in order to significantly shorten delivery times.
November
HIT won the Technology Innovation Award at the Logistics Awards Hong Kong for its outstanding contribution to developing logistics technology.
HIT handled its 90 millionth container.
2004
October
HIT celebrated the 100th day in which average quay crane productivity surpassed 35 moves per hour.
October
HIT became the first recipient of the Transport & Logistics Award given by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in Hong Kong.
June
HIT handled its 80 millionth container.
2003
October
HIT received the Productivity Award of the Hong Kong Productivity Council and the Environmental Performance Certificate of Merit of the Business Environment Council.
July
HIT officially launched the first berth of Container Terminal 9 (CT9).
April
HIT launched Phase II of its online customer service system - Customer Plus - and extended the scope and applicability of this B2B interface to provide users with improved access to terminal information anytime, anywhere.
February
HIT, together with Modern Terminals Limited and COSCO-HIT Terminals (Hong Kong) Limited, announced the formation of OnePort Limited, an open, secure and neutral platform for electronic information exchange between all port users.
January
HIT officially launched its Guider ship planning system, which was a major advancement over its predecessors, the SHIPS/CWPS systems.
January
HIT received the Intelligent 20 Award for the development of its Yard Model 3 yard management simulator from Intelligent Enterprise Asia.
2002
September
HIT was designated as the Best Container Terminal Operator in Lloyd’s List’s Maritime Asia Awards in recognition of HIT’s key status in the maritime and transport industries.
August
HIT implemented a new phase of its Customer Plus system, an advanced B2B interface used for exchanging terminal and container information with shipping lines.
2001
December
HIT’s proprietary Anti Truck Lifting System (ATLS) won the Gold Award at the Occupational Safety and Health Council’s Enhancement Forum.
2000
December
HIT handled its 60 millionth container.
October
HIT and Orange joined forces to offer the territory’s first Mobile Terminal Message service, which added efficiency to gate processes by allowing tractor drivers to obtain terminal information through mobile phones.
August
HIT successfully established an Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) link. The link connected HIT’s billing system with the payment processing system of Evergreen Star Hong Kong, enabling invoices and detailed transaction records to be sent directly to Evergreen’s computer system.
July
Financial Secretary Donald Tsang officiated at the groundbreaking ceremony for Container Terminal 9 on the southeast shore of Tsing Yi.
May
HIT launched Hong Kong’s first barge identity card (BID) system, greatly enhancing its barge operating efficiency at HIT.
HIT’s 3P terminal management system was awarded the Hong Kong Computer Society’s IT Excellence Silver Award.
1999
HIT celebrated its 30th anniversary.
HIT and CHT’s annual throughput reached six million TEU.
HIT and CHT’s annual throughput reached six million TEU.
1998
Opening of the Barge Centre.
HIT launched its Customer Plus Programme.HIT signed the land grant for Terminal 9.
HIT launched its Customer Plus Programme.HIT signed the land grant for Terminal 9.
HIT handled its 50 millionth TEU.
HIT and CHT’s annual throughput reached six million TEU.
1997
HIT established its Customer Service Team.The 3P terminal management system was awarded the United States Computerworld Smithsonian Award.
The 3P terminal management system was awarded the Innovative Services Award from the Hong Kong Coalition of Service Industries.
HIT handled its 40 millionth TEU.
HIT and CHT’s annual throughput reached 6.4 million TEU.
HIT and CHT’s annual throughput reached 6.4 million TEU.
1996
HIT was offered the rights to build and operate two berths within the Container Terminal 9 development area.The 3P system went online.HIT and CHT’s annual throughput reached 5.6 million TEU.
1995
HIT handled its 30 millionth TEU.
Rail Mounted Gantry Cranes (RMGCs) arrived at HIT. HIT became the first terminal operator in Kwai Chung to use these highly automated gantry cranes.
HIT and CHT’s annual throughput reached 5.3 million TEU.
1994
Hutchison Port Holdings Limited acquired a stake in Mid-Stream Holdings.The CHT Terminal 8 joint venture became fully operational.HIT launched its HK$1.5 billion Productivity Plus Programme (3P).
HIT and CHT’s annual throughput reached 4.6 million TEU.
HIT and CHT’s annual throughput reached 4.6 million TEU.
1993
HIT received the Asia Freight Industry Award for Best Terminal Operator.HIT handled its 20 millionth TEU.HIT and CHT’s annual throughput reached 3.5 million TEU.
1992
HIT and CHT’s annual throughput reached 2.9 million TEU.
1991
HIT Terminal 7 was completed.COSCO-HIT Terminals (Hong Kong) Limited (CHT) joint venture was formed to operate Terminal 8 (East).
HIT received the Asia Freight Industry Award for Best Terminal Operator.HIT’s annual throughput reached 2.5 million TEU.
1990
HIT’s annual throughput reached 1.9 million TEU.
1989
HIT Terminal 6 was completed.
Terminal 2 was handed over to MTL.
Terminal 2 was handed over to MTL.
1988
HIT handled its 10 millionth TEU.
1985
HIT was granted the right to develop Terminal 6. In return, HIT agreed to relinquish Terminal 2 to Modern Terminals Limited (MTL).
1976
HIT acquired Terminal 2 from Kowloon Container Warehouse.HIT Terminal 4 operations commenced.
1974
HIT was granted the right to develop Kwai Chung Container Terminal 4.
1969
Whampoa Terminals Limited was set up to develop 180 metres of berths and 9,000 square meters of yard at Hunghom for handling container ships and cargo.
Container operations for general cargo were further established at Hong Kong and Whampoa Dock Company (HWD) facilities in North Point and Kwun Tong.
Container operations for general cargo were further established at Hong Kong and Whampoa Dock Company (HWD) facilities in North Point and Kwun Tong.
Hongkong International Terminals Limited (HIT) was formed to co-ordinate the activities of Hunghom, Kwun Tong and North Point under one company.
1966
Kwai Chung was earmarked by Government as the site for the development of Hong Kong’s first large-scale, purpose-built container terminal.