Hong Kong Customs detects case of suspected smuggling of illicit fuel
Hong Kong Customs on February 6 detected an illicit fuel smuggling case involving a cross-boundary lorry at the Shenzhen Bay Control Point and found a suspected altered structure inside the fuel tanks of the tractor of the lorry. Approximately 1 320 litres of unmanifested motor spirit were seized along with the arrest of a 66-year-old male driver. The tractor of the lorry was also detained.
The arrestee is suspected of smuggling illicit fuel and violating the Import and Export Ordinance (IEO), the Dutiable Commodities Ordinance (DCO) and the Dangerous Goods Ordinance.
Customs reminds cross-boundary goods vehicle drivers not to engage in any smuggling activities. Under the IEO, any vehicle found to have the fittings, fabric or structure altered and used for smuggling purposes may be subject to forfeiture.
Smuggling is a serious offence. Under the IEO, any person found guilty of importing or exporting unmanifested cargo is liable to a maximum fine of $2 million and imprisonment for seven years.
In addition, under the DCO, anyone involved in importing, dealing with, possession of, selling or buying illicit motor spirit commits an offence. The maximum penalty upon conviction is a fine of $1 million and imprisonment for two years.
Members of the public may report any suspected smuggling activities to Customs' 24-hour hotline 182 8080 or its dedicated crime-reporting email account (crimereport@customs.gov.hk) or online form (eform.cefs.gov.hk/form/ced002).
Hong Kong Customs detects case of suspected smuggling of illicit fuel Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Hong Kong Customs detects case of suspected smuggling of illicit fuel Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Hong Kong Customs detects case of suspected smuggling of illicit fuel Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
CEDD achieves four top accolades of gold medals with congratulations of jury at International Exhibition of Inventions of Geneva
The Civil Engineering and Development Department (CEDD) achieved outstanding results at the 51st International Exhibition of Inventions of Geneva, winning a total of 10 awards, including four top accolades of gold medals with the congratulations of jury, two gold medals, three silver medals and a bronze medal.
The Director of Civil Engineering and Development, Mr Michael Fong, today (March 15) was encouraged by the department's remarkable achievements at the Exhibition this year. He said, "The department has been actively engaging in research and development and applying innovative technologies to enhance work efficiency and quality, as well as improving site safety. This achievement affirms the professionalism and innovative spirit of our colleagues."
In the field of disaster prevention, the in-house team of the CEDD developed the fifth-generation AI Landslip Warning System, applying artificial intelligence and big data technology to analyse the rainfall and landslide data in Hong Kong. This significantly improves the accuracy of risk assessment and issuance of warning signals. In addition, the department also developed a number of intelligent safety management systems, including the occupational health and safety management and monitoring system for confined spaces that can achieve instant alerts and closed-loop management; the CANOPUS - Smart Safety Harness monitoring system focusing on safety for working-at-height which can ensure that safety harnesses are securely attached; and the pioneering multi-channel certification mechanism that can enable real-time tracking and predictive alerts of personnel and equipment. The above inventions all received the gold medals with the congratulations of jury at this Exhibition.
The awarded projects by the CEDD are:
Gold medals with the congratulations of jury
• AI Landslip Warning System
• Intelligent occupational health and safety management and monitoring system for confined spaces
• CANOPUS - Smart Safety Harness
• Personnel real-name system and equipment tracking intelligent software
Gold medals
• SmartAERO - Smart Drone Management Platform (jointly developed with the Development Bureau)
• IntelliGuard OS
Silver medals
• CEDD AI Assistant
• Heavy machinery and hazardous area monitoring system
• TAMAGO - Smart Falsework Monitoring System
Bronze medal
• Electronic lock and work permit system for hazardous areas
The International Exhibition of Inventions of Geneva is an annual grand event in the global invention community. This year, the Exhibition was held from March 11 to 15 in Geneva, Switzerland, showcasing about 1 000 inventions from 35 countries and regions, which were evaluated by the international jury of specialists.
CEDD achieves four top accolades of gold medals with congratulations of jury at International Exhibition of Inventions of Geneva Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
CEDD achieves four top accolades of gold medals with congratulations of jury at International Exhibition of Inventions of Geneva Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
CEDD achieves four top accolades of gold medals with congratulations of jury at International Exhibition of Inventions of Geneva Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
CEDD achieves four top accolades of gold medals with congratulations of jury at International Exhibition of Inventions of Geneva Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
CEDD achieves four top accolades of gold medals with congratulations of jury at International Exhibition of Inventions of Geneva Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
