Non-governmental Organisations

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in Hong Kong (CILTHK)

Comprising about 1 800 members including experienced managers, government staff, public and private sector corporations and consultancies, the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in Hong Kong (CILTHK) encompasses a diverse spectrum of industries including air, sea and land, for both passengers and freight transportation.

The CILTHK regularly organises seminars, forums, conferences, visits and other Continuous Professional Development programmes and events for members. Additionally, it operates a code of conduct with the objective of upholding professional industry standards. The CILTHK also participates in public committees and advisory bodies to comment on transport and logistics-related issues for the Government.

In August 2001, the CILTHK joined the Road Safety Council as an active member, taking up roles on the Road Safety Campaign Committee and the Road Safety Research Committee. On a regular basis, the CILTHK works closely with the Council and other government departments to improve road safety and ensure that road safety messages reach the industry.

For further information, please visit:
http://www.cilt.org.hk

Hong Kong Automobile Association (HKAA)

As a member of the Road Safety Council, the Hong Kong Automobile Association (HKAA) has long provided valuable commentary to assist both the Council and the Government in developing new legislation, improving road quality, devising new road safety measures and handling various traffic aspects related to the general protection of road users. The Association is represented on the Council, the Road Safety Research Committee, the Road Safety Campaign Committee and the Speed Limit Review Working Group.

Founded in 1918, HKAA will be celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2018! HKAA is a not-for-profit organisation that serves members and road users in Hong Kong. The Association also promotes road safety, assisting road safety campaigns and road safety carnivals organised by district councils. HKAA supports environmental protection, and is devoted to the creation of a superior driving and living environment for Hong Kong residents.

HKAA is a member of the Federation Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) and the Federation Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM). As the relevant national sports association (NSA), HKAA is the only organisation authorised to issue racing licences in Hong Kong for motor racing competition. HKAA has been involved in motorsport since the 1950s and sanctioned the 2016 FIA Formula E Hong Kong ePrix on the Central Harbourfront, the first instance of such an international motorsport event held in Hong Kong.

For further information, please visit:
http://www.hkaa.com.hk or Like our Facebook fan page: HKAA

Hong Kong Federation of Insurers (HKFI)

The Hong Kong Federation of Insurers (HKFI) comprises 136 member companies and is recognised by the Government as the representative body of the insurance industry. It consists of two councils: the General Insurance Council and the Life Insurance Council. Matters related to motor insurance are in the purview of the Accident Insurance Association, which is established under the General Insurance Council.

The HKFI liaises with the Office of Commissioner of Insurance on legislative and industry matters, and is committed to improving the professionalism of the insurance industry through promotion and refinement of its self-regulatory framework.

The HKFI continues to support Road Safety Council activities and initiatives. The HKFI website (www.hkfi.org.hk) provides a link to the Road Safety Council website, providing drivers with useful information on motor insurance, including third-party risks insurance, motor insurance cover under adverse weather conditions, what to do after a car accident occurs and other related topics. The HKFI holds a consistently firm position against drink driving and drug driving.

The HKFI’s dedicated Facebook fanpage, “HKFI Smart Union 保聯同學會” (www.facebook.com/HKFI.SmartUnion/) shares information relating to motor insurance and safety tips for motorists and the public.

In 2014, HKFI launched the inaugural Hong Kong Insurance Awards to raise standards across the industry by acknowledging top-notch performance and innovation. This year, HKFI is running the fourth Hong Kong Insurance Awards (www.hkfi.org.hk/hkia/index.html) and is confident that the Awards will encourage more professional services and innovative ideas to better serve the insured public.

The Hong Kong Medical Association (HKMA)

Formerly known as the Hong Kong Chinese Medical Association, the Hong Kong Medical Association (HKMA) was founded in 1920, and aims to improve medical standards in Hong Kong. At the same time, it provides a platform to maintain friendly and professional relations with registered medical practitioners.

With its motto: ‘To Safeguard the Health of the People’, the HKMA has over 10 000 members. Its work centres on the dissemination of medical knowledge, encompassing information regarding the care and wellbeing of road users. In this respect, the HKMA offers medical advice to drivers on the side effects of medication and other safety topics.

Medical educational programmes, provided by a dedicated team of volunteer doctors, help publicising the risks of drink driving and drug driving. Press releases, publications, radio and TV programmes, lectures and exhibitions are included in the HKMA programme of activities to distribute life-saving messages. The Association’s activities, including commentary on controversial medical matters, are conveyed through a monthly newsletter.

To keep abreast of the latest global developments in road safety research, the Council leverages the HKMA’s affiliation with many international medical groups, including ties to the World Medical Association, the Confederation of Medical Associations in Asia and Oceania, and the Hong Kong Pharmacy and Poisons Board.

For further information, please visit:
http://www.hkma.org

The Hong Kong Road Safety Association (HKRSA) / Hong Kong Road Safety Patrol (HKRSP)

Founded in 1961, the Hong Kong Road Safety Association (HKRSA) is a voluntary organisation dedicated to the promotion of pedestrian safety. In 1963, the Hong Kong Road Safety Patrol (HKRSP) was established to focus on student pedestrian safety in areas where young people travel to and from school with inadequate road crossing facilities and to assist the Police to publicise road safety issues.

As at December 2016, the HKRSP had a membership of 11 890, including students from 323 kindergartens, primary and secondary schools, as well as senior citizens from elderly centres. In addition, 1 601 volunteers serve as safety leaders.

In 2016 the HKRSP participated in a number of road safety campaigns and community events. It also provided regulatory and traffic-flow services, social services and spearheaded road safety education among students. Student members who share the mission to promote school road safety education also serve the community in the important role of Road Safety Ambassadors.

The HKRSP has also reached out to the Mainland by sharing its experience and expertise with cities and provinces, and mutually supporting the promotion of road safety awareness and the promotion of road safety patrols in schools.

The HKRSA and HKRSP cooperate closely with the Police, the Council, Education Bureau, Social Welfare Department and Home Affairs Bureau in common pursuit of a Hong Kong that is safe for road users.

For further information, please visit:
http://www.rsa.org.hk

Institute of Advanced Motorists Hong Kong (IAMHK)

The Institute of Advanced Motorists Hong Kong (IAMHK) was established in 1961 and is now in its 56th year. The aim of IAMHK is to enhance road safety in Hong Kong. Its goal is to promote safe driving skills and responsible driving attitudes, and to provide training intended to improve the standard of driving.

IAMHK is an active member of the Road Safety Council (RSC) and represented on its Road Safety Research Committee, Road Safety Campaign Committee and Working Group on Speed Review. As a non-profit organization, the IAMHK conducts advanced driving training courses and seminars in Hong Kong, Macau and Mainland China, delivered by our certified trainers. We welcome all drivers to participate in the driving programme and advanced driving tests, with the aim to become an advanced driver!

IAMHK also organises various driving competitions in Hong Kong and in the Mainland, including the ‘Trophy for the Commissioner for Transport’, ‘A Glass of Water’ safe driving competition, ‘Treasure Hunt’ event and ‘economy driving’ competitions, in various categories including private cars/articulated vehicles/motorcycles and other vehicles. We will continue to work on these principles as we believe that the more advanced and responsible drivers there are on the road, the safer the environment is for all drivers and road users.

For further information, please visit:
http://www.iamhk.org