1994
Graduated HKPU
- BBA (Hons)
Intl. Shipping & Transport Logistics
Chan Wai Man
UBO PROFILE
Professional Background
Mr. Chan Wai Man is a distinguished maritime professional with over 25 years of extensive experience across vessel operations, port logistics, cargo trading, and fleet management. He earned his Bachelor of Business Administration in International Shipping and Transport Logistics from Hong Kong Polytechnic University in 1994 and has since dedicated his career to the Asia-Pacific maritime industry.
Beginning his career in operational roles, Mr. Chan Wai Man steadily progressed to the position of Head of Fleet Operations at HK Maritime Services Ltd. Throughout this time, he developed strong expertise in voyage performance, freight market dynamics, port agency coordination, and operational efficiency across fleet assets. Alongside his corporate career, he actively participated in private shipbroking and regional cargo trading, applying a disciplined approach to capital allocation and long-term asset growth.
In July 2024, Mr. Chan Wai Man fully transitioned into vessel ownership, establishing an independent Shipowning platform. His current focus is on optimizing regional cargo deployment strategies and leveraging charter market opportunities to enhance asset performance and commercial returns.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE & CAREER TIMELINE
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
1999
Shipping Admin
- Global Maritime Trade
Hong Kong Island
(1999–2004)
2004
Supply Chain Coordinator
- HK Port Logistics Group
Kowloon
(2004–2009)
2009
Fleet Ops Manager / Head of Ops
- HK Maritime Services Ltd.
Kwai Tsing Container
Terminal (2009–2024)
2024
Shipowner / Managing Director
- Private Maritime
Investment Platform
(July 2024–Present)
KEY EXPERTISE AREAS
Voyage Economics
Port & Agency Management
Fleet Operations
Shipbroking & Cargo Trading
Asia-Pacific Networks
BUSINESS & TRADING EXPERIENCE
International Trade & Cargo Operations
15 years managing a regional cargo fleet across Asia-Pacific trade lanes at HK Maritime Services Ltd. Extensive hands-on involvement in voyage planning, freight contracting, cargo procurement and port-to-port logistics.
Shipbroking & Commercial Activity
Engaged in private shipbroking facilitation on an independent basis, building networks across charterers, brokers and cargo interests. Profits systematically reinvested into maritime asset acquisition.
Vessel Ownership Platform (2024–Present)
Established an independent shipowning entity in July 2024 upon acquiring the first vessel. The platform is focused on disciplined commercial chartering, cost-optimized operations and selective fixture exposure.
Summary
Mr. Chan Wai Man is the Owner of a diversified fleet of tanker vessels of various sizes: MR, AFRAMAX, SUEZMAX, enabling flexible participation across multiple segments of the tanker market and supporting a broad range of cargo transportation requirements.
Operating within a highly regulated global environment, Mr. Chan Wai Man maintains a strict compliance framework designed to ensure that all business activities remain fully aligned with international sanctions regimes and regulatory requirements. The shipowning platform is structured to preserve operational independence and neutrality, allowing the Owner to consistently remain outside of any sanction-sensitive exposure while maintaining uninterrupted commercial operations.
A rigorous due diligence process is applied to all counterparties, including charterers, cargo interests, brokers, and service providers. Each engagement undergoes thorough screening in line with international compliance standards, ensuring transparency, reliability, and adherence to best industry practices. This disciplined approach safeguards both the fleet and its partners, reinforcing a reputation for integrity, accountability, and long-term stability in global shipping markets.
Contact
The fleet is continuously expanding, reflecting a long-term growth strategy and active market engagement. In line with this development, Mr. Chan Wai Man remains open to cooperate with experienced partners providing technical and commercial management, crewing services, vessel supply, and integrated operational support.