On February 12, 2025, the Pilotage (Dues) (Amendment) Order 2025 (the ‘Order’) passed in the Legislative Council (LegCo), enhancing safety and reducing financial costs related to pilotage services in Hong Kong waters.
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On February 12, 2025, the Pilotage (Dues) (Amendment) Order 2025 (the ‘Order’) passed in the Legislative Council (LegCo). The Order amends the Pilotage Ordinance with the objectives of improving safety standards and alleviating financial burdens associated with pilotage services within Hong Kong waters.
The Order implements two principal revisions. First, it expands the radius of the pilot boarding station situated off Lam Kok Tsui (Black Point) in Urmston Road from 0.5 nautical mile to 1 nautical mile, thereby increasing the operational flexibility and capacity of pilotage operations.
Second, the Order reduces additional pilotage dues applicable in Mirs Bay. Specifically, the dues for one designated area are decreased from $10,350 to $4,230, and for another area from $12,150 to $7,400.
These proposed amendments have garnered support from both the LegCo Panel on Economic Development and the Pilotage Advisory Committee ("PAC"), signifying industry consensus regarding the positive impact of the revisions.
The Order will take effect on March 21, 2025.
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