Outstanding HKO officers commended by the Director (2023)

Letter of Commendation

Awardee(s)	Remarks
Dr Yeung Kwok-chung, Senior Scientific Officer Miss Leung Lai-lai, Scientific Officer Mr Lee Chi-hung, Experimental Officer Miss Sing Yuen-ki, Scientific Assistant Mr Tsoi Ho-chuen, Executive Officer II Mr Ip Tai-wai, David, Clerical Officer Mr Yeung Yun-kau, Assistant Clerical Officer Mr Yau Yun-wah, Assistant Clerical 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.
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.
Mr Kong Wai, Senior Scientific Officer Mr Hui Tai-wai, David, 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.
Mr Yeung Hon-yin, Senior Scientific Officer Dr Chong Sze-ning, Scientific Officer Dr Law Hiu-fai, Scientific Officer Ms Shum Yik-lam, Joey, Scientific Officer Mr So Chi-fung, Analyst Programmer II Mr Lo Kai-man, System Analyst Mr Lin Chi-ho, Analyst Programmer	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.
Mr Lau Dick-shum, Dickson, Chief Experimental Officer Mr Chan Hon-man, Radar Specialist Mechanic	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.
Mr Hui Tai-wai, David, Scientific Officer Miss Wong Cheuk-yiu, Experimental Officer Mr Chee Shiu-chung, Senior Scientific Assistant Miss Chan Hiu-laam, Scientific Assistant	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.
Mr LI Luen-on, Principal Experimental Office Miss LEE Fung-ying, Scientific Officer Mr IP Nga-ching, Radar Specialist Mechanic Mr KOO Wai-ip, Radar Specialist Mechanic Mr FUNG Yiu-chung, Radar Specialist Mechanic	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.
Mr WU Cheuk-kuen, Experimental Officer Mr WONG Wai-cheong, Radar Specialist Mechanic Mr WO Chung-fat, Radar Specialist Mechanic	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.
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.
Ms LAM Ching-chi, Senior Scientific Officer Mr LAU Dick-shum , Dickson, Chief Experimental 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
Dr Lee Tsz-cheung, Senior Scientific Officer Mr Lui Yuk-sing, Scientific Officer Dr Wu Man-chi, Senior Experimental Officer Mr Tung Ying-lut, Experimental Officer Miss Chan Ka-yee, Scientific Assistant	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.
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.
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.
Mr Cheng Tsz-lo, Chief Experimental Officer Mr Cheng Yat-leung, Senior Scientific Assistant Mr Lam Chi-hon, Scientific Assistant	The team was praised for their whole-hearted effort in assisting the geomagnetic measurements project. His contributions have enhanced the efficiency of the department.
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.
Mr TSOI Tze-shun, Ag. Senior Scientific Officer Mr SHUM Chi-tai, Scientific Officer Dr HO Chun-kit, Scientific Officer Mr LAU Stephen Po-wing, Scientific Officer Dr CHENG Chung-choi, Senior Experimental Officer Mr LEE Chi-hung, Experimental Officer Miss WONG Cheuk-yiu, Experimental Officer Mr SO Ka-wai, Experimental 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.
Mr KWONG Ching-kan, Keith, Radar Specialist Mechanic Mr MA Wai-sing, 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.
Group A Dr LEE Yiu-fai, Senior Scientific Officer Mr HO Ka-leong, Chief Experimental Officer Mr HUI Kin-chung, Chief Experimental Officer Mr LAU Dick-shum, Dickson, Chief Experimental Officer Miss CHAN Man-yee, Eliza, Chief Experimental Officer Mr CHIU Yu-yeung, Senior Experimental Officer Mr CHAN Ngo-hin, Senior Experimental Officer Mr CHEUNG Sze-yuen, Senior Experimental Officer Mr AU-YEUNG Kin-chung, Ag. Senior Experimental Officer Mr CHOY Shui-chung, Senior Experimental Officer Mr CHAN Ho-sun, Senior Experimental Officer Miss CHEUNG Man-sze, Senior Experimental Officer Mr WONG Chau-ping, Senior Experimental Officer Mr YEUNG Ho-kee, Senior Experimental Officer Mr CHAN Wing-hang, Senior Experimental Officer Mr CHENG Kin-hei, Experimental Officer Mr MOK Ching-wah, Experimental Officer Miss SHUM Kit-ying, Experimental Officer Dr WONG Kai-chi, Experimental Officer Group B Mr HO Pak-sing, Principal Experimental Officer Mr CHAN Yan-chun, Scientific Officer Mr CHONG Man-lok, Scientific Officer Mr LEE Kwok-lun, Scientific Officer Miss LEE Fung-ying, Scientific Officer Mr CHAN Kin-yu, Philip, Chief Experimental Officer Group C Miss CHU Suet-ying, Ag. Senior Scientific Assistant Mr SHEK Fung-sun, Senior Scientific Assistant Mr NG Chung-ki, Ag. Senior Scientific Assistant Mr LUK Ka-lok, Senior Scientific Assistant Mr WU Wing-wah, Wingward, Senior Scientific Assistant Mr YIP Choi-hung, Senior Scientific Assistant Mr YEUNG Sau-wai, Senior Scientific Assistant Mr LAM Chi-hung, Ag. Senior Scientific Assistant Mr CHENG Sheung-tak, Senior Scientific Assistant Group D Mr LIU Chun-kit, Jacky, Scientific Assistant Miss WONG Wai-ting, Scientific Assistant Miss WONG Chi-lam, Scientific Assistant Mr LAM Chi-hon, Scientific Assistant Group E Mr CHENG Yat-leung, Senior Scientific Assistant Group F Mr CHAN Wing Chuen, Assistant Clerical Officer Mr CHANG Ah Choi, Motor Driver Mr WONG King Kai, Motor Driver Mr SIU Man Wah, Motor Driver	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.
Mr MAK Man-fai, Radar Specialist Mechanic Mr IP Chi-wing, Senior Radar Specialist Mechanic Mr. FUNG Kin-wah, Radar Specialist Mechanic Mr. SUNG Chi-ho, 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.
Mr WONG Wing, Executive Officer II Mr CHIU Hak-long, Clerical Officer Mr IP Tai-wai, Clerical Officer Mr YEUNG Yun-kau, Assistant Clerical Officer Miss CHAN Wai-yung, Assistant Clerical Officer Mr CHAN Siu-cheung, Supplies Supervisor II Ms IP Ching-lan, Office Assistant Ms WONG Suet-ying, Workman II Mr KOO Wai-po, Workman II Mr LUK Man-leung, Workman II Mr AU Kwok-wai, Workman II Ms SHUM Lai-ping, Workman II Mr LEE Yiu-chung, Motor Driver Mr POON Po-wah, Motor Driver Mr PANG Chun-hoi, Motor Driver	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.
Mr YUEN Chun-pong, Alexander, Senior Experimental Officer Mr CHAN Ho-wai, 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.
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.
Ms SHUM Yik-lam, Joey, Scientific Officer Mr CHIANG Kwok-fai, Chief Scientific Assistant Mr LAU Chi-yung, Chief Scientific Assistant Mr CHEN Yung, Chief Scientific Assistant Mr CHEUNG Kai-kwong, Senior Scientific Assistant Mr WONG Wai-kwong, Albert, Senior Scientific Assistant Mr CHOW Tak-hing, Scientific Assistant Mr KONG Lik-wa, Scientific Assistant Mr LIU Chun-sang, Scientific Assistant Mr CHU Sai-chung, Analyst Programmer II Mr SO Chi-fung, Analyst Programmer II Mr LO Kai-man, System Analyst Mr LIN Chi-ho, Analyst Programmer Mr CHAN Sai-kit, Analyst Programmer Mr TSANG Tim-lung, Analyst Programmer	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.
Mr YAU Yun-wah, Assistant Clerical Officer Mr AU Kwok-wai, Workman II Mr KOO Wai-po, Workman II Mr LUK Man Leung, Workman II Ms SHUM Lai-ping, Workman II Mr CHENG Leung-on, Radar Specialist Mechanic Mr LI On-di, Radar Specialist Mechanic Mr CHAN Ho-yin, Chief Scientific Assistant Mr LEUNG Kwai-kong, Senior Scientific Assistant Mr NG Chiu-shun, Analyst Programmer Mr KWAN Kam-lun, Senior Experimental Officer Mr NG Chun-yuen, Scientific Assistant Mr CHOW Sau-chi, Analyst Programmer Mr CHIU Cheuk-yiu, Programmer Mr YUEN Chun-pong, Alexander, Senior Experimental Officer Miss WONG Wai-yan, Analyst Programmer II Mr LEUNG Ho-shun, Lawrence, Senior Information Technology 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.
Mr LAM Chun-ming, Senior Scientific Assistant Mr LING Wing-sum, Scientific Assistant Mr LAI King-cheung, James, Scientific Assistant Mr LAU Chi-ho, Senior Radar Specialist Mechanic Mr CHAU Hak-ming, Radar Specialist Mechanic Mr CHENG Leung-on, Radar Specialist Mechanic	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.