“For 13 years, Ken made substantial contributions to OOCL’s development in IT. Under his leadership, we have provided some of the industry’s leading IT solutions for customers and users“, said Phillip Chow, Chief Executive Officer of OOCL. “We would like to acknowledge Ken's contribution to the company with deepest gratitude and we wish him success in his future endeavors.”

OOCL further announced that Mr Steve Siu, the current Chief Technology Officer, will be appointed as Director and CIO of OOCL, replacing Mr Chih.

Mr Siu joined OOCL in 1987. As the Chief Technology Officer of OOCL, Mr Siu was instrumental in creating OOCL’s development centers in Hong Kong, San Jose, Manila, Shanghai and Zhuhai; capitalizing on the strengths of our global resources for the development of industry-leading technology platforms and applications.

“With Steve’s impressive experience in Container Lines, Logistics and Industry Portals, he will sustain OOCL’s IT leadership in the industry, and drive OOCL’s strategic development in the years ahead,” said Mr Chow.

Orient Overseas Container Line (OOCL) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hong Kong Stock Exchange-listed Orient Overseas (International) Ltd. Headquartered in Hong Kong, OOCL is one of the world's leading container transport and logistics service providers, with more than 230 offices in 58 countries. Linking Asia, Europe, North America, the Mediterranean, the Indian sub-continent, the Middle East and Australia/New Zealand, the company offers transportation services to all major east/west trading economies of the world. OOCL is one of the leading international carriers serving China, providing a full range of logistics and transportation services throughout the country. It is also an industry leader in the use of information technology and e-commerce to manage the entire cargo process. Website: www.oocl.com