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Tina Li, Executive Secretary and Chief Maritime Strategist of GBAYCIA, founder of Swire Chang Yacht Co. Ltd.

Leadership Philosophy
"Building a yachting industry in a market that has no reference points requires you to construct everything from first principles — the membership model, the regulatory relationships, the event infrastructure. You cannot borrow a template that doesn't exist yet."

Tina Li

Executive Secretary & Chief Maritime Strategist

Tina Li has spent nearly two decades building the operational foundations of South China's leisure maritime sector. In 2008, she established Guangzhou's first membership-based yacht club at Swire Chang Yacht Co., Ltd., creating the membership structures, safety protocols, and VIP service standards that the market had no prior model for. She subsequently organized the Yacht CN – Nansha Bay International Boat Show, one of the region's dedicated marine trade and leisure events. As a policy advocate, she has actively promoted the "Free Movement of Yachts" framework within the Greater Bay Area — a regulatory initiative that, if implemented, would allow private vessels to transit between Hong Kong, Macau, and Mainland Chinese waters without the current customs and documentation barriers. At GBAYCIA, she serves as Executive Secretary and Chief Maritime Strategist, managing the association's secretariat functions and coordinating its policy engagement across the GBA.

The Professional Pillars

  • Executive Secretary & Chief Maritime Strategist, Greater Bay Area Yacht & Cruise Industry Association (GBAYCIA)

  • Founder & General Manager, Swire Chang Yacht Co., Ltd. (Guangzhou's first membership-based yacht club, est. 2008)

  • Organizer, Yacht CN – Nansha Bay International Boat Show

  • Policy Advocate, "Free Movement of Yachts" initiative, Greater Bay Area


Industry Impact

  • Club Infrastructure: Founded and operated Guangzhou's first membership-based yacht club in 2008, establishing the membership model, operational standards, and VIP service framework for a market with no prior reference point.

  • Trade Event Development: Organized the Yacht CN – Nansha Bay International Boat Show, creating a dedicated platform for the GBA's marine leisure and trade sector.

  • Policy Advocacy: Actively promotes the "Free Movement of Yachts" policy across the GBA, engaging government bodies and industry stakeholders to reduce the regulatory barriers that currently restrict private vessel transit between Hong Kong, Macau, and Mainland China.

  • Secretariat Management: Oversees GBAYCIA's day-to-day secretariat operations, coordinating communications, stakeholder engagement, and the administrative functions that support the association's strategic initiatives.

More Than Just a Résumé

The Bridge King: Engineering Hong Kong’s Icons 
From 1996 to 2002, Dr. Lau Ching-kwong spearheaded a golden era of infrastructure development in Hong Kong. As Chief Engineer of the Tsing Ma Bridge, he oversaw the delivery of a world-record suspension bridge that became an enduring symbol of the city’s engineering prowess. His leadership extended to the Kap Shui Mun Bridge and Ting Kau Bridge, collectively forming the critical Lantau Link. These achievements solidified his reputation as the "Hong Kong Bridge King," fundamentally transforming the city’s connectivity and iconic skyline. 

The Regional Integrator: Connecting the Greater Bay Area 
Dr. Lau’s influence extends significantly beyond Hong Kong, encompassing pivotal roles in major infrastructure initiatives across the Greater Bay Area and Mainland China. As a technical consultant for the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge’s island-tunnel project, he provided invaluable expert guidance on one of the world’s most complex sea-crossing systems. His contributions to projects like the Shenzhen Metro, Shanghai’s Yangtze River crossings, and various Guangzhou bridge developments underscore his role as a key architect of regional integration, fostering seamless connections across the dynamic economic zone. 
 
The Crisis Authority: The Expert They Call 
When Hong Kong’s most high-profile infrastructure projects encounter significant challenges, Dr. Lau is the indispensable expert sought by authorities. In 2015, MTR appointed him to conduct a comprehensive review of the Express Rail Link following cost overruns and delays. Subsequently, in 2018, he was brought in to strengthen management for the Shatin to Central Link project amidst construction controversies. His consistent ability to provide calm, technically sound guidance during crises has established him as an unparalleled authority in Hong Kong’s infrastructure discourse, restoring public and stakeholder confidence. 

Dr. Lau’s 36-year career in government service, from 1966 to 2002, exemplifies a profound dedication to public service and technical excellence. Rising through the ranks from Assistant Engineer to Director of the Civil Engineering Department, he has not only overseen monumental projects but also passionately mentored generations of engineers. He remains a fervent advocate for young people pursuing engineering careers, articulating his belief that "Professional engineers make significant contributions to social development – the satisfaction from completed projects far exceeds the efforts invested." His work has spanned four continents, from Hong Kong’s iconic bridges to feasibility studies for cross-sea bridges in Malaysia and Indonesia, earning him international recognition as the "Hong Kong Bridge King."

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