Dear members and friends,

First of all, on behalf of Hong Kong Seamen's Union, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to all members for their trust and support in me and the new executive committee members. At the same time, I would like to deliver my heartfelt respect towards our friends from all circles who have been caring and helping the Union's development for a long time.

Hong Kong Seamen's Union is a historical union with the glorious tradition of patriotism. We have weathered a hundred years of frost and wind, and walked through non-trivial journey of strive. For more than a hundred years, we have been closely connected with the prospect and fate of our country and nation, and are a member of realizing the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation. We are determined to safeguard the Central Government’s practice of the "One Country, Two Systems" policy in Hong Kong, supporting the Hong Kong Government governing Hong Kong in accordance with law so as to foster economic development and improve people's livelihood. No matter how the time changes and society develops, we will always stand fast to the principles of loving and sharing a same fate with our country and Hong Kong.

 We actively participate in facilitating the development of Hong Kong maritime transport, encouraging more Hong Kong young people to devote themselves to the maritime transport industry. We always stay true to our original inspiration, which is safeguarding the legitimate rights and vital interests of seamen unswervingly. We help seamen to grow into talents, guiding them to master new technologies and have a better prospect. Concurrently, we adhere to our social responsibilities and concepts of industry development, actively cooperate with the industry to nurture more outstanding talents along with consolidating and supporting the position of Hong Kong as an international shipping center.

We pass our mission from generation to generation and move forward through conquering hardship to create a new era. Standing at a new starting point, we will inherit the glorious tradition of our elders, promote their spirit of patriotism and unity, and permanently be the determined guardian and supervisor of seamen's rights. We will continue to explore and open up new ideas for the development of the Union, uphold fundamental principles and break new ground, and keep pace with the times. In order to consolidate and elevate the position of Hong Kong international shipping center, as well as assisting our country to become strong in shipping, we have the courage to bear the historical mission entrusted to the Hong Kong Seamen's Union in contemporary age.

Hong Kong Seamen’s Union Chairman
Capt. William Chow