Question

Suggestion and explaination of FIVE possible ways for enhancing the sustainability of Hong Kong mid-stream operation.

Answer 1

Explained below in detail the 8 measures to complement the sustainability of MSO in Hong Kong

Explanation:

Eight ways to enhance the sustainability of mid-stream operations(MSO) in Hong Kong are:

1. Increasing anchorage space: Modern medium-vessels need more depth to stay afloat and are longer in size. Since MSO works well with small ships. Opening up more anchorage spaces will ensure more availability for MSO activity
2. Efficient control of maritime traffic: Increasing anchorage charges to ensure faster turn-around time. And, limiting the non-cargo ship activities near mid-stream sites
3. Increasing security: MSO suffered from the problem of extortion and thievery. Proper regulatory and accountability mechanisms would ensure better co-operation between the government and the sustainability of MSO
4. Loosening regulatory measures: To ensure competitiveness and better financial conditions of MSO, it is required that the government offer similar operational subsidies, licensing & labor requirements as prevalent presently favoring container terminals
5. Attracting more volume: In this competitive landscape between MSO, container terminals and River Trade Terminals, attracting more shipping lines to Hong Kong would ensure an increase in MSO activity as well
6. Skilling of the labor force: There is an acute shortage of skilled labor in MSO. Education and training would ensure manpower development and the growth of MSO
7. Re-looking safety practices: Revisiting safety measures and training of workforce would decrease risks of accidents and bring MSO activities at par with International safety standards
8. Expanding PCWA & waterfront area: Allocating more area to Public Cargo Working Areas and increasing barging berth space at waterfront area would ensure greater complementary increase in container terminals and MSO operations