LMS offers comprehensive and globally recognised academic programmes ranging from undergraduate to doctoral levels. Our primary aim is to nurture highly qualified supply chain, maritime and aviation professionals and leaders through the development of contemporary educational materials and the use of innovative teaching methods.
Chair Professor and Interim Head
Professor Mike Lai
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A team of our LMS students has advanced to the finals of the 2026 Institute for Supply Management Hong Kong (ISM-HK) Student Case Competition. Their selection as finalists is a testament to the team’s ability to tackle complex real-world business scenarios with precision and creativity. We eagerly anticipate their final presentation, scheduled for 23 May 2026. Special thanks to the dedicated judges for their time, expertise, and insightful feedb
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We are honoured that LMS has been nominated in the categories of “Best Educational Course Provider” award in the 2026 Asian Freight, Logistics, and Supply Chain (AFLAS) Awards hosted by Asia Cargo News. Every vote could be a testament to our achievements! Please take a moment to vote for LMS here: https://survey.zohopublic.com/zs/RTz222 Award Category: Best Educational Course Provider Voting Period Until: 7 May 2026
13 Apr 2026
Congratulations to the PolyU team, comprising our LMS students supervised by Dr Jacky Hau and Dr Patrick Tsang, has been crowned Champion at the CILTHK Student Day 2026 Case Study Competition. Organised by The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in Hong Kong (CILTHK), this prestigious annual event challenges students from across various institutions in Hong Kong and Macau to solve complex, real-world logistics scenarios. Our dedicated
2 Apr 2026
We are delighted to share that two of our students have been recognised with prestigious awards for their outstanding achievements in academic excellence and leadership at the 2025/26 PolyU Outstanding Student Award (OSA) and Presidential Student Leadership Award (PSLA). Award Categories Awardees Outstanding Student of Faculty (Faculty of Business) Mr Chen
1 Apr 2026
On 18 March, the Department of Logistics and Maritime Studies (LMS) and the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISE) jointly organised a career talk for students in the BBA (Hons) in Aviation Management and Finance (offered by LMS) and the BSc (Hons) in Aviation Operations and Systems (offered by ISE). The event began with welcoming remarks from Prof. Fu Xiaowen, Head of ISE, and Prof. Anthony Pang, Associate Head of LMS. The caree
19 Mar 2026
Our talented LMS undergraduates recently excelled at the HKLA 11th Hong Kong Logistics Case Competition and Workshop, organised by the Hong Kong Logistics Association (HKLA). Participants included students from multiple overseas universities, offering a truly international perspective and a platform for global exchange. This diversity not only enriched the competition but also broadened our students’ understanding of global operational contexts.
16 Mar 2026
Immune Materials Limited (IML), a PolyVenture founded by Prof. Chris Lo, is pleased to announce a strategic collaboration with Kin Sang Chemical Ltd.(KSC) and CVI Modern Technology Development Limited (CVI) to jointly advance the development of eco-friendly antimicrobial plastics that are fully developed and manufactured in Hong Kong. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University by Prof. Chris Lo (Found
4 Feb 2026
We are honoured to announce the successful signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the IJOPM Workshop 2026 between the Department of Logistics and Maritime Studies and the Hong Kong Young Industrialists Council (HKYIC) during the NEOM Founding Ceremony. The MoU was signed by Prof. Mike Lai, Interim Head of the Department of Logistics and Maritime Studies, and Ms. Jackie Ng, President of the Hong Kong Young Industrialists Council (HKYIC
13 Jan 2026
Our students visited Hong Kong & Kowloon Ferry Limited (HKKF), led by Dr Jacky Hau, alongside our Associate Head, Prof. Anthony Pang, on 12 January. Throughout the visit, students gained a comprehensive overview of HKKF, acquiring valuable insights into how the company navigates industry opportunities and addresses emerging challenges. The visit also included a behind-the-scenes look at daily operations and management practices. Additionally, st
12 Jan 2026
We are honoured that LMS has been nominated in the categories of “Best Educational Course Provider” award in the 2026 Asian Freight, Logistics, and Supply Chain (AFLAS) Awards hosted by Asia Cargo News. Every vote could be a testament to our achievements! Please take a moment to vote for LMS here: https://survey.zohopublic.com/zs/RTz222 Award Category: Best Educational Course Provider Voting Period Until: 7 May 2026
13 Apr 2026
Congratulations to the PolyU team, comprising our LMS students supervised by Dr Jacky Hau and Dr Patrick Tsang, has been crowned Champion at the CILTHK Student Day 2026 Case Study Competition. Organised by The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in Hong Kong (CILTHK), this prestigious annual event challenges students from across various institutions in Hong Kong and Macau to solve complex, real-world logistics scenarios. Our dedicated
2 Apr 2026
We are delighted to share that two of our students have been recognised with prestigious awards for their outstanding achievements in academic excellence and leadership at the 2025/26 PolyU Outstanding Student Award (OSA) and Presidential Student Leadership Award (PSLA). Award Categories Awardees Outstanding Student of Faculty (Faculty of Business) Mr Chen
1 Apr 2026
On 18 March, the Department of Logistics and Maritime Studies (LMS) and the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISE) jointly organised a career talk for students in the BBA (Hons) in Aviation Management and Finance (offered by LMS) and the BSc (Hons) in Aviation Operations and Systems (offered by ISE). The event began with welcoming remarks from Prof. Fu Xiaowen, Head of ISE, and Prof. Anthony Pang, Associate Head of LMS. The caree
19 Mar 2026
Our talented LMS undergraduates recently excelled at the HKLA 11th Hong Kong Logistics Case Competition and Workshop, organised by the Hong Kong Logistics Association (HKLA). Participants included students from multiple overseas universities, offering a truly international perspective and a platform for global exchange. This diversity not only enriched the competition but also broadened our students’ understanding of global operational contexts.
16 Mar 2026
Immune Materials Limited (IML), a PolyVenture founded by Prof. Chris Lo, is pleased to announce a strategic collaboration with Kin Sang Chemical Ltd.(KSC) and CVI Modern Technology Development Limited (CVI) to jointly advance the development of eco-friendly antimicrobial plastics that are fully developed and manufactured in Hong Kong. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University by Prof. Chris Lo (Found
4 Feb 2026
We are honoured to announce the successful signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the IJOPM Workshop 2026 between the Department of Logistics and Maritime Studies and the Hong Kong Young Industrialists Council (HKYIC) during the NEOM Founding Ceremony. The MoU was signed by Prof. Mike Lai, Interim Head of the Department of Logistics and Maritime Studies, and Ms. Jackie Ng, President of the Hong Kong Young Industrialists Council (HKYIC
13 Jan 2026
Our students visited Hong Kong & Kowloon Ferry Limited (HKKF), led by Dr Jacky Hau, alongside our Associate Head, Prof. Anthony Pang, on 12 January. Throughout the visit, students gained a comprehensive overview of HKKF, acquiring valuable insights into how the company navigates industry opportunities and addresses emerging challenges. The visit also included a behind-the-scenes look at daily operations and management practices. Additionally, st
12 Jan 2026
A team of our LMS students has advanced to the finals of the 2026 Institute for Supply Management Hong Kong (ISM-HK) Student Case Competition. Their selection as finalists is a testament to the team’s ability to tackle complex real-world business scenarios with precision and creativity. We eagerly anticipate their final presentation, scheduled for 23 May 2026. Special thanks to the dedicated judges for their time, expertise, and insightful feedb
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