Outstanding HKO officers commended by the Director (2023)
Letter of Commendation
| Awardee(s) | Remarks |
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Dr Yeung Kwok-chung, Senior Scientific Officer |
The team was commended for their whole-hearted efforts and dedication, regardless of all the challenges, in successfully organizing two Open Days of the Hong Kong Observatory in November 2022 and March 2023 respectively. They formulated arrangements and planned comprehensively for various situations. The success of Open Days was made possible due to their tireless efforts and contributions. Their contributions have enhanced the image of the department. |
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Mr Choy Chun-wing, Ag. Senior Scientific Officer |
The colleague was commended for his excellent arrangement and implementation of the Guangdong-Hong-Kong-Macau (GHM) Annual Meeting. He did an impressive job in staff mobilization, coordination and implementation of the GHM annual meeting. His contributions have enhanced the image of the department. |
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Mr Kong Wai, Senior Scientific Officer |
The colleagues were commended for their whole-hearted commitment and dedication in supporting the first-ever Ocean Radar Project. They provided comprehensive support, suggested effective solutions and closely liaised with various parties to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of the project. Their meritorious performance and outstanding contributions have enhanced the progress of the project. |
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Mr Yeung Hon-yin, Senior Scientific Officer |
The team was commended for their whole-hearted effort in introducing the new Heat Stress at Work Warning and an enhancement of the Very Hot Weather Warning service. Their meritorious acts have enhanced the image of the department. |
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Mr Lau Dick-shum, Dickson, Chief Experimental Officer |
The team was commended for their whole-hearted effort in installing the first full-fledged shipborne automatic weather station "EUCAWS" on a voluntary observing ship. Their contribution marks a significant milestone in the development of shipborne automatic weather stations. |
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Mr Hui Tai-wai, David, Scientific Officer |
The team was commended for their whole-hearted effort in conducting geomagnetic measurements at various sites across Hong Kong despite the bad weather. Their dedication, perseverance, and hard work have resulted in the success of the project. |
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Mr LI Luen-on, Principal Experimental Office |
The team was commended for their whole-hearted effort in preventing water seepage into the equipment at the temporary tide station in Tai Po Kau during the passage of Super Typhoon Saola. They demonstrated exceptional dedication by conducting thorough inspections and implementing effective preventive measures. Their contributions have enhanced the efficiency of the department. |
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Mr WU Cheuk-kuen, Experimental Officer |
The team was commended for their exceptional teamwork and prompt action in managing the power interruption incident in the HKO Underground Equipment Room of the North Runway during the passage of the Super Typhoon Saola. Their effort ensured the smooth operation of the Airport Authority Hong Kong. |
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Mr SHUM Chi-tai, Scientific Officer |
The colleague was commended for his strong sense of responsibility and team spirit by taking up ad-hoc duties on behalf of his peers who were unable to attend work, including the morning TV shift and the weather briefing at EMSC. His meritorious acts have shaped a positive and professional image of the department. |
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Ms LAM Ching-chi, Senior Scientific Officer |
The team was commended for their exceptional support to the Central Forecasting Office (CFO) in storm surge forecasting during the passage of Typhoons Talim and Saola. They also led cross-branch development of new forecast tools for storm surge. Their contributions have enhanced the efficiency of the department. |
Letter of Appreciation
| Awardee(s) | Remarks |
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Dr Lee Tsz-cheung, Senior Scientific Officer |
The team was praised for their effort made for the successful conduct of Guangdong-Hong-Kong-Macau (GHM) Annual Meeting. They provided excellent and timely logistical support and collaborated well with various parties. Their contributions have ensured the successful conduct of the meeting, thus enhancing the image of the department. |
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Mr Li On-di, Radar Specialist Mechanic |
The colleague was praised for his efforts in supporting the first-ever Ocean Radar Project. He skillfully and promptly upgraded various systems, contributing to the progress of the project. His contributions have enhanced the efficiency of the department. |
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Mr Chow Chi-kin, Senior Experimental Officer |
The colleague was praised for his whole-hearted effort in supporting the installation of the first full-fledged shipborne automatic weather station "EUCAWS". His contributions have enhanced the efficiency of the department. |
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Mr Cheng Tsz-lo, Chief Experimental Officer |
The team was praised for their whole-hearted effort in assisting the geomagnetic measurements project. His contributions have enhanced the efficiency of the department. |
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Miss Lee Shuk-ming, Senior Scientific Officer |
The colleague was praised for invaluable efforts in handling media enquiries during the Red Rainstorm. With her expressive presentation skills and professionalism, she promoted the public's understanding of forecast limitations and enhanced the image of the department. |
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Mr TSOI Tze-shun, Ag. Senior Scientific Officer |
The team was praised for serving as mentors under the weather forecasting mentorship scheme, which facilitated knowledge transfer and experience sharing in weather forecasting. Their contributions have enhanced the efficiency of the department. |
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Mr KWONG Ching-kan, Keith, Radar Specialist Mechanic |
The team was praised for their whole-hearted effort in repairing the lightning rods installed for the protection of the Tate’s Cairn Weather Radar that were damaged during the passage of Super Typhoon Saola. Their prompt action and effective liaison with the supplier ensured the swift recovery of the lightning rods and the uninterrupted essential service of the department. |
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Group A Dr LEE Yiu-fai, Senior Scientific Officer Group B Mr HO Pak-sing, Principal Experimental Officer Group C Miss CHU Suet-ying, Ag. Senior Scientific Assistant Group D Mr LIU Chun-kit, Jacky, Scientific Assistant Group E Mr CHENG Yat-leung, Senior Scientific Assistant Group F Mr CHAN Wing Chuen, Assistant Clerical Officer |
The team was praised for their whole-hearted effort in ensuring the smooth operation of Hong Kong International Airport during the passage of Super Typhoon Saola. Their conscientiousness in carrying out their own duties, including continuously monitoring weather conditions, effectively communicating with different stakeholders, and providing unwavering logistic support, has shaped a positive and professional image of the department. |
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Mr MAK Man-fai, Radar Specialist Mechanic |
The team was praised for their whole-hearted effort in ensuring the continuous operation of the equipment and systems at different sites during and after the passage of the Super Typhoon Saola. Their contributions have enhanced the efficiency of the department. |
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Mr WONG Wing, Executive Officer II |
The team was praised for their whole-hearted effort in providing solid and reliable support to colleagues in the department. Their contributions have enhanced the efficiency of the department. |
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Mr YUEN Chun-pong, Alexander, Senior Experimental Officer |
The team was praised for their whole-hearted effort in ensuring uninterrupted operations of the Central Forecasting Office during the passage of Super Typhoons Saola. Their contributions have enhanced the efficiency of the department. |
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Mr CHOY Chun-wing, Ag. Senior Scientific Officer |
The colleague was praised for his effort made in several regional and international collaboration initiatives. Despite tight schedules and complex formalities involving multiple parties, his exceptional collaborative skills contributed to the smooth execution of the events. His contributions have enhanced the Observatory’s reputation in regional and international collaborations. |
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Ms SHUM Yik-lam, Joey, Scientific Officer |
The team was praised for their whole-hearted effort in ensuring the smooth operation of the forecasting centre and multiple business systems, such as Meteorological Information Dissemination System (MINDS), the Website Content Management System and applications. Their support in system design, daily maintenance, training, etc. showcased a high level of professionalism and a strong sense of responsibility. |
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Mr YAU Yun-wah, Assistant Clerical Officer |
The team was praised for their whole-hearted effort in the planning and relocation of main equipment of The Monitoring and Assessment Centre to facilitate the maintenance work. They ensured the uninterrupted daily operations of the Observatory during the period. Their meritorious acts fully demonstrated their excellence in coordination and effort in both liaison work and physical tasks. |
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Mr LAM Chun-ming, Senior Scientific Assistant |
The team was praised for their whole-hearted effort in ensuring the smooth operation of the meteorological instruments to support the forecasting service during adverse weather conditions Their exceptional dedication and expertise in their duties have enhanced the efficiency of the department. |