Author: King Wong

Meeting Between HKAPMC and HKFSD on Amendments to the Fire Service Ordinance

Following the completion of the public consultation on the Fire Service Ordinance (Cap. 95) amendments, HKAPMC was invited to meet with the Hong Kong Fire Services Department (FSD) on 7 September 2026. Led by President Mr. Kevin Chu, Past President Dr. Johnnie CHAN, Vice President Ms. Eva Wong, Honorary Treasurer Mr. Bevis Leung, and several Council Members, our delegation engaged in discussions regarding the “Introduction of the Responsible Person System” and actively conveyed the industry’s practical concerns.

Key Focus: Definition and Impact of the “Responsible Person” System

The amended ordinance will explicitly introduce the “Responsible Person for Fire Service Installations” system, covering two main categories:
1 .Owners or occupiers of the premises (i.e., landlords or tenants); and
2. Persons with management or control over the fire service installations (i.e., appointed Property Management Companies).

Property Management Companies (PMCs) will be explicitly included in the legal chain of responsibility for the first time, sharing legal liability with property owners.

Recognizing the profound impact on daily operations, we raised several specific practical concerns:
· Shortage of registered contractors and potential increases in management costs
· Issues surrounding “reasonable excuse” and “management liability”
· Potential conflicts with the Building Management Ordinance (Cap. 344) regarding major maintenance and large-value procurement requirements
· Execution challenges and liability allocation in buildings without an Owners’ Corporation (OC), among others

Implementation Timeline & Next Steps
The new legislation is expected to take effect in the second quarter of 2027. The FSD will draft a “Code of Good Practice” and consult the industry to clarify the definitions of “emergency situations” and “reasonable excuse,” contingency measures during system shutdowns, and communication mechanisms during waiting periods.

We will continue to closely monitor the progress of the legislative amendments, maintain close dialogue with the FSD, and actively advocate for the property management industry.

Thanks to the FSD for arranging this exchange!

Honored to Attend & Speak at the “HKIS Annual Conference 2026”

HKAPMC was honored to be invited to the “HKIS Annual Conference 2026,” hosted by The Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors (HKIS) on 5 September 2026. The theme of this year’s conference was “Safeguarding Homes: Surveyors for Building Maintenance and Community Safety.”

Our Vice President, Mr. Sanford Poon, for representing the Association as a keynote speaker and delivering a presentation titled “Properly Managed Homes in Hong Kong: Perspective from
Professional Property Management Company”

Proper building maintenance is key to safeguarding community safety.
We look forward to joining hands with surveyors and professional property management teams to create safe and quality homes for residents, working together to achieve the vision of “Safeguarding Homes.”

Looking ahead, we will continue to maintain close communication and collaboration with HKIS and various professional bodies to jointly drive the professional development of the property management industry and build a safer, more comfortable, and liveable community environment.

Webinar Successfully Completed — Build Up Your Cybersecurity Defense Line for Web Security & Staff Awareness

We successfully organized the CPD webinar “Build Up Your Cybersecurity Defense Line: Web Security × Staff Awareness” via Zoom on 4 September 2026. The event was successfully completed and received positive feedback from participants.

We extend our sincere appreciation to our speaker, Mr. Horace Ma (Head of Public Mission – Cybersecurity), for his insightful presentation. He provided a comprehensive overview of Hong Kong’s cybersecurity landscape, analyzed emerging threats such as phishing and website defacement, introduced HKIRC’s free resource Cybersec One+, and engaged participants through interactive discussion.

Participants also benefited from the complimentary Web Scanning Service under HKIRC’s Healthy Web programme, which offers non-intrusive analysis of websites, domains, and email security configurations. Clear reports were provided to help organizations identify risks and implement improvement measures.

This webinar demonstrated the property management sector’s strong commitment to strengthening cyber defense, safeguarding digital assets, and enhancing staff awareness, while further consolidating the industry’s platform for professional exchange and technical sharing.

We will continue to promote forward-looking professional training programmes, equipping the sector with the latest policies and innovative technologies to enhance competitiveness and meet future challenges.

Webinar Successfully Completed — Energy Efficiency & Conservation 2026

We supported the EMSD in organizing the “Energy Efficiency & Conservation 2026” Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Webinar via Zoom on 28 August 2026. The webinar was successfully completed and received positive feedback.

Special thanks to our distinguished speakers for their insightful sharing:
Topic: “Green Energy Utilization and High Efficiency Energy Solutions”
Speaker: Ir Jack LI, Vice President – Commercial & Industrial Marketing & Sales, Towngas

Topic: “The Path to Net-Zero Buildings”
Speaker: Mr Travis KAN, Chairman, Energy Institute (Hong Kong Branch)

This webinar highlighted the property management sector’s firm commitment to enhancing energy efficiency, promoting conservation and advancing sustainable building development, while further strengthening the industry’s platform for professional exchange and technical sharing.

We will continue to drive forward-looking professional training programmes, equipping the sector with the latest policies and innovative technologies to enhance competitiveness and meet future challenges.

Honored to Attend the Fire Services Department Professional Sharing Session

Our Past President Dr. Johnnie CHAN and Council Member Mr. Allan Wong attended the session on 21 August 2026 at the Fire and Ambulance Services Academy in Tseung Kwan O. The discussion focused on temporary substitute measures during fire service installation downtime and proposed amendments to the Fire Services Ordinance (Cap. 95).

Key Highlights:

Temporary Manual Fire Alarm Device (TMFAD)
Recognized in FSD Circular Letter No. 6/2026 as an official temporary substitute during fire alarm system failures. TMFAD integrates both an “alarm transmitter” and a “manual fire alarm bell,” enabling immediate manual activation to trigger evacuation warnings.

Takeaways:
1. Provide substitutes such as fire extinguishers, standalone fire detectors (SFD), and TMFAD.
2. Ensure proper notices, postings, sealing, and patrols.
3. TMFAD serves as a practical interim measure.

Proposed Amendments:
Strengthen regulatory frameworks, shift to pre‑approval for closures, introduce a “Responsible Person” system, reform contractor registration, and enhance penalties and enforcement.

The FSD circular letter(only Chinese version):消防處通函第6_2026號 「臨時手動火警警報裝置」（TMFAD）作為火警警報系統臨時替代措施的安排

Sharing Session Note (only Chinese version):消防處連繫業界經驗分享會簡報(物業管理業界場次)_2026年8月_供業界參閱 (002)

Our Association will continue to maintain close collaboration with the Fire Services Department and relevant stakeholders, actively participating in policy discussions and technical exchanges. We sincerely thank our members for their enthusiastic participation.

On 19 August 2026, our Association was honored to be invited to attend the “Property Management Summit” co-organized by the Property Management Services Authority and the Home Affairs Department . Centered on the theme ” A Decade of Professional Excellence, Advancing Together” , the summit reviewed the outstanding achievements of the property management industry over the past decade while jointly charting an innovative roadmap for the future.

During the panel discussion on ” Innovative Smart Management”, our President, Mr. Kevin Chu was invited to deliver a speech, emphasizing that the property management industry must actively embrace innovative technology to enhance building safety and service quality, leading the sector toward a human‑centric new era of smart property management. In the same session, Mr. Sanford Poon, Director (Property Management) of the Hong Kong Housing Society, also gave a presentation, sharing valuable experience and achievements in PM innovation and service enhancement.

In the subsequent “Emergency Response” panel discussion, the Q&A session was chaired by Dr. Johnnie CHAN, Chairperson, Practice and Assessment Committee of PMSA. The discussion delved into the crucial roles played by PM teams in emergency response and risk management, reinforcing the vital standing of PM professionals in safeguarding public and building safety through the sharing of practical expertise.

Furthermore, our Vice President Ms. Eva Wong, Hon. Secretary Mr. Herman Yu, Hon. Treasurer Mr. Bevis Leung, and several council members also attended this grand event. They engaged in warm exchanges with government officials, industry leaders, and stakeholders, demonstrating our firm commitment to promoting PM professionalism and sustainable development. Looking ahead, we will continue to deepen industry innovation and emergency response capabilities, joining hands with the industry to safeguard community well-being!

Honored to attend the “BOCHK Corporate Low-Carbon Environmental Leadership Awards 2025 Presentation & 2026 Launching Ceremony

Our Honorary Secretary, Mr. Herman Yu, was honored to attend the “BOCHK Corporate Low-Carbon Environmental Leadership Awards 2025 Presentation & 2026 Launching Ceremony” on 19 August 2026, co-organized by the FHKI and Bank of China (Hong Kong) .

The ceremony brought together numerous industry leaders and corporate representatives to witness the presentation of various low-carbon environmental awards . The event commended outstanding corporate achievements in carbon reduction and sustainable operations while officially launching the next cycle of the awards. Through this event, industry peers exchanged valuable practical experiences in environmental leadership, demonstrating a strong commitment to promoting a green economy.

HKAPMC remains dedicated to driving green transformation across the property management sector. We will continue joining hands with all stakeholders to integrate environmental concepts into daily operations and advance sustainable development together!

Honored to attend- Safety Forum for Works and Property Management Services 2026

HKAPMC was honored to be invited to attend the Safety Forum 2026 , co-organized by the Hong Kong Housing Authority, the Construction Industry Council and multiple institutions. The forum held on 18 August 2026 and themed “Design-Driven • Tech-Empowered • Building a New Era of Safety Together”, focused on safety innovations in property management and the construction industry.

Led by our President Mr. Kevin Chu, actively promotes the adoption of innovative technologies across the property management sector, enhancing and strengthening safety management culture and works hand-in-hand with industry peers toward our shared goal of “Zero Incidents.” This forum served not only as a platform for technical exchange but also as a vital step in advancing industry-wide safety culture. Through cross-sector collaboration and the integration of smart technologies, safety management is entering a new era.

In addition, our Council Member Ms. Carmen Wong also attended the Forum, engaging with fellow professionals to further drive safety and innovation together.

We will continue to maintain close collaboration with all sectors, fostering both safety and innovation and setting higher standards of safety culture for Hong Kong’s engineering and property management industries.

Heartfelt thanks to all who joined the “2026 Integrity and Professional Property Management Seminar” held on 5 August 2026 at the ICAC Headquarters in North Point.

This seminar attracted many property management professionals in person, reflecting the industry’s strong commitment to enhancing integrity and professional standards.

A special note of appreciation goes to the speaker, Mr. Alvin Kwok, Community Relations Officer of the ICAC, who delivered an insightful presentation on common corruption risks in property management, the Prevention of Bribery Ordinance, case studies and ways to handle conflicts of interest and ethical dilemmas. His professional insights were highly beneficial to all participants.

Seminar Highlights:
* Introduction to ICAC’s work and the recent corruption landscape
* Corruption-prone areas in property management
* Prevention of Bribery Ordinance
* Case sharing
* Handling conflicts of interest & ethical dilemmas
* Professional ethics
* Managerial role in managing staff integrity
* ICAC services & channels for reporting corruption
* Exhibition hall visit

We also extend our gratitude to Dr. Johnnie CHAN(Past President); Mr. Ken Wong(Chairman of the Training Committee); Mr. Francis Tsang, Mr. Calvin Chiang and Mr. Ellis Ip(our Council Members), for joining the seminar and presenting a certificate of appreciation to our guest speaker.

We hope everyone will apply the knowledge gained to daily work and join hands in fostering a culture of integrity across the industry.

Please stay tuned for our upcoming CPD-accredited activities as we continue to promote lifelong learning and excellence in property management.

We are pleased to share that we have successfully concluded our regular liaison meeting with the Fire Service Department on 4 August 2026.

Our HKAPMC delegation, led by President Mr. Kevin Chu, Past President Dr. Johnnie CHAN, Past President Mr. Andrew Lee, Vice President Ms. Eva Wong, Hon. Secretary Mr. Herman Yu, Hon. Treasurer Mr. Bevis Leung and fellow Council Members, engaged in fruitful and constructive discussions with FSD representatives on various key industry issues.

Key discussion topics included:
·  Fire Safety (Buildings) Ordinance (Cap. 572)
·  Community Emergency Responder and Building Emergency Responder Scheme
·  Implementation of Annual Inspection (AI) Checklist of Fire Service Installations (FSI)
·  Registered Fire Engineer (RFE) Scheme
·  Introduction of the Internet of Things Fire Detection System (IoT FDS)
·  Review of FSI Shutdown Notice
·  Full implementation of F.S. 251 e-Submission
·  Proposed Improvised Sprinkler System (Direct Pumping Design) for Buildings under Cap. 502 & Cap. 636
·  Proposed amendments to the Fire Services Ordinance (Cap. 95) and related subsidiary legislation

We extend our sincere gratitude to the Fire Services Department for its thoughtful arrangements and valuable insights. We will continue to work closely with FSD to enhance fire safety and advance professional standards across Hong Kong’s property management sector.