The Government of the Hong Kong SAR has initiated the development of the Port Community System (PCS) with an aim to foster the digital transformation of the port community, enhance cross-sector information interconnectivity, and advance smart port development to enhance the competitiveness of Hong Kong’s maritime, port, logistics and trade industries.
LSCM took part in the launch ceremony of the PCS organised by the Transport and Logistics Bureau (TLB). The launch ceremony was officiated by Ms Mable CHAN, Secretary for Transport and Logistics, The Government of the HKSAR, Hon Frankie YICK, Legislative Council Member, Miss Amy CHAN, Commissioner for Maritime and Port Development, Miss Polly CHONG, Principal Assistant Secretary for Transport and Logistics, Mr Simon WONG, Chief Executive Officer, LSCM and Dr Frank TONG, Director/Chief Scientist, Research & Technology Development, LSCM. At the event, Transport and Logistics Bureau, LSCM and Guangdong e-Port Management Company Limited, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), signifying the collaboration of the three organisations in the development of the PCS. The three organisations will also explore the use of the PCS to provide a pre-filling and pre-submission function for ocean manifests for vessels entering the Mainland.
The PCS's pilot data-sharing platform began phased testing of specific cargo clearance processes in early 2023, and incorporated feedback from industry stakeholders continuously to enhance the system. After rigorous testing and optimisation, LSCM will assist the TLB in the full development of the system, with installation to be completed by the end of 2025 and implementation for industry use starting in early 2026. The system will provide round-the-clock, real-time cargo tracking, integrate sea, land, and air transport data, and offer value-added electronic services such as the "One-Data-Multiple-Declarations" function. It will enhance the competitiveness of Hong Kong’s port and strengthen Hong Kong's status as an international maritime centre. |