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Ricky K.Y. Ng
Lifetime Chairman & Marine Project Strategist
Ricky Ng is a rare breed—a maritime expert and infrastructure innovator whose career spans the depths of the ocean to the runways of Hong Kong’s airports. With a unique blend of technical prowess and strategic foresight, he has shaped global diving standards, salvaged critical projects, and engineered the city’s waterways with unmatched precision. From co-developing life-saving protocols to building infrastructure that stands the test of time, Ricky’s work bridges luxury yachting with urban progress, making him a cornerstone of Hong Kong’s maritime and aviation legacy.
The Professional Pillars
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Certified HSE Class III Diver (UK Government) | PADI Open Water Instructor
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Co-Founder, ADCI Asia Pacific Chapter – Spearheaded international diving safety standards with the PRC government.
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Chief Advisor, Greater Bay Area Yacht Industry Association – Driving marine tourism and superyacht innovation.
Industry Impact
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Infrastructure Architect: Engineered critical projects like Jumbo Floating Restaurant’s maintenance (1981–present) and Chek Lap Kok Airport’s runway inspections.
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Global Authority: Audited offshore operations for CNOOC, salvaged wrecks for the U.S. Navy, and now elevates Hong Kong’s superyacht sector.
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Bridge Builder: Merges trade logistics (LNG pipelines, submarine cables) with luxury marine tourism (yacht shows, dry docks).
Leadership Philosophy
"Precision underwater breeds vision above. If you want to future-proof the marine industry, start by mastering its foundations."
More Than Just a Résumé
Master of the Marina: Shaping Skytopia’s Skyline
As the lead consultant for Hong Kong’s Airport Skytopia Project, Ricky turned the ambitious Airport Marina into a reality, setting a new standard for maritime logistics. His ability to transform complex challenges into industry benchmarks makes him a go-to for projects that redefine what’s possible.
Wins:
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Pioneered the Airport Marina for Hong Kong’s Skytopia, blending innovation with precision.
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Turned logistical puzzles into a blueprint for future marina projects.
Diving Deep, Raising Standards: A Life-Saving Legacy
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Ricky’s the only Hong Kong expert to co-develop global diving protocols with the PRC, saving countless lives in commercial diving operations. His work didn’t just set standards—it rewrote the rulebook for safety and excellence in the deep.
Wins:
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Co-crafted global diving protocols that became a lifeline for commercial operations.
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Elevated safety standards, impacting divers worldwide.
From Wrecks to Riches: Reinventing Salvage for Superyachts
Ricky’s no stranger to high-stakes missions. He recovered critical projects for the U.S. Navy, then pivoted his salvage expertise to superyachts, blending grit with glamour to keep luxury vessels afloat.
Wins:
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Masterminded high-stakes salvage ops for the U.S. Navy.
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Reinvented salvage techniques for the superyacht elite.
Building Beyond Boats: Anchoring Hong Kong’s Future
Ricky’s engineering genius spans from sewer tunnels to airport runways, shaping Hong Kong’s waterways with precision that lasts generations. His rare ability to bridge yacht luxury with urban infrastructure sets him apart as a dual-track visionary.
Wins:
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Engineered Hong Kong’s critical waterways, from tunnels to runways.
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Connected maritime luxury with urban progress in a way no one else could.
The Ricky Edge: Vision That Starts Trends
Ricky doesn’t follow trends—he creates them. Whether tackling uncharted challenges or thinking decades ahead, his knack for turning ambiguity into opportunity makes him a true industry pioneer.
Fun Fact: Ricky’s been known to sketch marina designs on napkins during lunch breaks—and they still become reality!
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