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Hong Kong approves first three logistics digital solutions

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Hong Kong approves first three logistics digital solutions

Summary

The Hong Kong Government said on September 1 that the first batch of three preapproved information technology onboarding solutions has been approved under the Future Innovative Logistics Acceleration Scheme . Eligible third-party logistics service providers can now apply for funding support to subscribe to or use those solutions, with each enterprise able to receive up to HK$2 million . The first batch was chosen after 26 applications were submitted for inclusion on a white list of preapproved solutions . The Transport & Logistics Bureau said the scheme is intended to help the sector digitalise and make better use of logistics data platforms .

Key Points

  • The Government announced the first batch of three preapproved IT onboarding solutions on September 1 under the Future Innovative Logistics Acceleration Scheme .
  • Eligible third-party logistics service providers may apply for funding support, and each enterprise can receive up to HK$2 million .
  • A total of 26 applications were received after providers were invited earlier to seek inclusion on the scheme’s white list .
  • The Hong Kong Productivity Council, LSCM and the Airport Authority jointly assessed applications using five evaluation criteria .
  • The Transport & Logistics Bureau said digitalisation remains a priority to preserve the logistics industry’s competitiveness and improve supply chain visibility .

Why It Matters

The preapproved list lowers the adoption barrier for logistics operators by giving them vetted options and access to funding support . For Hong Kong, wider use of compatible digital systems could improve supply chain efficiency and transparency while opening more trade financing opportunities through logistics data platforms .

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