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Leadership Philosophy
“Depth demands precision. In underwater engineering, every detail builds a foundation for safety and success.

Andrew K.H. Ng
Chief Of Marine Engineering

Andrew Ng is a preeminent civil engineer and a distinguished authority in underwater technology, bringing over 35 years of unparalleled leadership to Hong Kong's dynamic maritime and diving sectors. As a principal and director across multiple influential enterprises, including Asia Divers Limited and Subsea Technology Applications Limited, he has masterfully directed high-stakes initiatives spanning critical buoy maintenance, complex salvage operations, and meticulous infrastructure inspections. His profound academic background, coupled with an extensive array of professional certifications, has solidified his standing as a pivotal figure within regional diving associations and a significant contributor to global underwater standards.

The Professional Pillars

  • Shareholder and Director, Asia Divers Limited (1989–present).

  • Shareholder and Director, Subsea Technology Applications Limited (2001–present).

  • Shareholder and Director, Asia Pacific Marine Services Limited (2013–present).

  • Chairman and Secretary, Asia Pacific Dive Association (2002–2005).

  • ADCI Air Diving Supervisor and Member, Society of Underwater Technology UK (1990–1994).

 
Strategic Impact

  • Marine Maintenance Leader: Directed five contracts for the Hong Kong Marine Department since 1986, overseeing the maintenance of harbour mooring buoys, navigation buoys, and fishery buoys.

  • Salvage and Inspection Innovator: Led ad-hoc salvage operations and NDT testing of marine hulls, rudders, and propellers, ensuring operational safety and efficiency.

  • Tender and Project Strategist: Prepared and managed tenders for major projects, including buoy installations and seabed formations for government departments like the Civil Engineering & Development Department.

  • Underwater Infrastructure Expert: Managed multimillion-dollar projects for government entities, including seawall pumping, cable installations, and reclamation for the Highways and Water Supplies Departments.

More Than Just a Résumé

The Buoy Master: Keeping Hong Kong’s Waters Navigable
For nearly four decades, Andrew has directed the maintenance for Hong Kong’s critical marine buoys under five successive government contracts. From overhauling 2-meter navigation buoys to installing complex weather and harbour mooring systems, he has personally overseen the handling of approximately 150 buoys annually. This work is essential to ensuring the safe and efficient passage of vessels through some of the world's busiest and most challenging waterways, making him a true guardian of Hong Kong's maritime infrastructure. 

The Salvage Specialist: Precision Under Pressure 
Andrew is no stranger to high-pressure operations beneath the surface. He has led numerous ad-hoc salvage missions, recovering wrecks and repairing critical vessel components like rudders and propellers. His teams are pioneers in underwater non-destructive testing (NDT) and inspections, blending grit with scientific precision to keep vessels afloat and operations running smoothly. He has consistently delivered flawless CCTV, cleaning, and recovery projects under the tightest of deadlines.

The Infrastructure Innovator: Building Below the Surface 
From tender preparation to project execution, Andrew has played a pivotal role in shaping Hong Kong’s unseen underwater infrastructure. His expertise has been critical in projects involving seabed formations, pipeline installations, and land reclamation for key government entities, including the Highways Department and Water Supplies Department. His visionary approach consistently transforms complex tenders into seamlessly executed, impactful successes, elevating industry standards as an ADCI supervisor and a member of the Society of Underwater Technology UK.

Andrew Ng combines his deep civil engineering knowledge with unmatched underwater expertise, leading companies like Asia Divers Limited to new depths of innovation. His passion for safety and his pioneering spirit have made him a true luminary in Hong Kong’s maritime world. Indeed, Andrew has handled more buoys than most people will see in a lifetime—enough to mark a clear and safe path across the entirety of Victoria Harbour.

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