The Guardian of the Deep: Setting Global Safety Standards 
Long before he was shaping skylines, Ricky Ng was mastering the world beneath the waves. As one of Hong Kong’s most respected commercial divers, he didn’t just participate in the industry; he redefined its commitment to safety. Recognizing a dangerous lack of standardized protocols in the region, he co-founded the Asia-Pacific chapter of the Association of Diving Contractors International (ADCI). In a landmark collaboration, he worked directly with the PRC government to co-author the global diving protocols that are now credited with saving countless lives. This wasn’t just a bureaucratic exercise; it was a moral imperative. His work established a new gold standard for safety and excellence, professionalizing an entire generation of commercial divers and ensuring that progress on the surface was never compromised by risk below.

The Master Builder: From Floating Restaurants to Airport Runways
Ricky’s engineering genius lies in his ability to solve complex logistical puzzles that others deem impossible. For over 40 years, he has been the silent force behind some of Hong Kong’s most iconic and critical infrastructure. He is the man who has kept the legendary Jumbo Floating Restaurant afloat, overseeing its complex maintenance since 1981. He is the expert who inspects the underwater foundations of the Chek Lap Kok Airport runways, ensuring the integrity of one of the world’s busiest transport hubs. This deep, hands-on understanding of marine engineering culminated in his role as the lead consultant for the Skytopia project’s Airport Marina, where he transformed a bold vision into a logistical masterpiece. He doesn’t just build projects; he builds the foundational confidence upon which Hong Kong’s global ambitions rest.
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The Strategic Operator: Excelling in High-Stakes Environments 
Ricky’s expertise is forged in the crucible of high-stakes, zero-fail missions. His reputation for calm precision under pressure led the U.S. Navy to entrust him with the salvage of its critical underwater projects, a task demanding both technical brilliance and unwavering discretion. This mastery of extreme environments also made him the auditor of choice for CNOOC’s complex offshore oil and gas operations. He has seamlessly pivoted this experience—blending grit with glamour—to the world of superyachts, where the stakes are just as high. He understands that whether it’s a naval asset or a billionaire’s prized vessel, the principles of risk mitigation, flawless execution, and strategic foresight are universal. This unique background makes him an invaluable asset to GBAYCIA, where he is elevating the region’s superyacht sector to a global standard of operational excellence.

Ricky Ng is a visionary who sees the big picture, but he is also a builder who knows that grand visions are realized in the details. It is a quality perfectly captured by his famous habit of sketching out complex marina designs on the back of a napkin—ideas that consistently become reality. This blend of spontaneous creativity and deep technical knowledge is the unique edge he brings to GBAYCIA. He is not just leading an association; he is engineering the very future of the Greater Bay Area’s maritime legacy, one meticulously planned detail at a time.