🎉 Congratulations to our newly certified trainers! 🎉 After nearly two months of intensive learning, our “Training the Trainers” course (German: “Ausbildung der Ausbildenden”; AdA) has officially wrapped with all 8 participants passing their theoretical and practical exams. #AdA training is an essential part of the German dual VET system, ensuring that young talents are trained to the highest standards of vocational education. As the coordinator of Dual System Professional Training in Hong Kong for over 40 years, we were excited to offer the AdA International (Full Version) training and certification locally for the first time. Designed specifically for busy professionals in our training companies, the training combined the convenience of online learning with the impact of in-person workshops. In interactive group seminars and discussions, our participants learned about the latest tools and training methods to deliver professional training with confidence and competence. With a total of 58 first-year and second-year students in the school year 2024-2025, Dual System Professional Training in Hong Kong represents the largest vocational faculty among the network of German schools abroad (Deutsche Auslandsschulen). Together with our valued training companies, we look forward to further developing the programme and delivering the highest level of training excellence for many years to come! Special thanks to our training partner Dr. phil. Daniel Büttner for his exceptional dedication and professional guidance throughout the entire training course, to our honorary examiners for their commitment and support, and to all our participants who contributed to making our first AdA training a success. 👏 We are already looking forward to next year’s edition – let us know if you would like to join! #GICHK #PartnerForDualTraining #DualeBerufsausbildung #VET #trainthetrainer #dualtraining #wholesale #foreigntrade #logistics #digitalisation #talentdevelopment #germanyinhk
German Industry and Commerce Ltd. Hong Kong
International Trade and Development
Business, trade and investment promotion between Hong Kong and Germany since 1987. Part of the global AHK network.
About us
Inaugurated in 1987, German Industry and Commerce Ltd. (GIC) is a member of the global network of German Chambers of Commerce Abroad (AHK) with 150 offices in 93 countries, under the umbrella of the German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DIHK). As such, GIC has a public mandate to represent German business interests in Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area, and to promote Germany as a business location, together with the German Consulate General and the representative office of Germany Trade & Invest. A non-political private registered organisation, GIC focuses on the promotion of bilateral trade and investment between Germany and Greater China. Our service portfolio includes market entry support, including office-in-office solutions and representation services; business delegations; professional training programmes in Hong Kong in accordance with the German dual system; as well as tailored management trainings and business services for corporate clients across all industries and sectors. Furthermore, GIC provides the management, dedicated staff, office infrastructure, and other resources to the German Chamber of Commerce, Hong Kong (GCC).
- Website
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http://hongkong.ahk.de/en
External link for German Industry and Commerce Ltd. Hong Kong
- Industry
- International Trade and Development
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Hong Kong
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 1987
- Specialties
- Market entry, Company formation, Business partner search, Business delegations, Dual professional training, Management training, Trade fairs, Sustainability promotion, Co-working, Office-in-Office, GermanHub, Events, Agile transformation, Recruitment services, and Market intelligence
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Primary
19/F, COFCO Tower, 262 Gloucester Road, Causeway Bay
Hong Kong, HK
Employees at German Industry and Commerce Ltd. Hong Kong
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Nguy Thu Hien
Business Delegations/ Projects at German Industry and Commerce Vietnam
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Nguy Thu Hien
Delegation & Project / Trade Fair at German Industry and Commerce Vietnam
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Yiwei/Julia XIONG
Trade Fair Rep./ Assist. Project Manager for German National Tourist Office in S.China
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Jane Chang
Manager at German Industry and Commerce Ltd. Hong Kong
Updates
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✨ Last Friday, we invited young professionals from our network to our third OAV Young Leaders Fireside Chat. Our special guest this time was Alexander S., VP Asia at SellerX and Board Member of #GCCHK. During the lively session, Alexander shared his personal experiences and advice on building a successful career in Asia, which in his case started with Dual System Professional Training in Hong Kong and has since included various managing positions in the sourcing and e-commerce business, from Vietnam to Mainland China and back to Hong Kong. He highlighted some of the decisive moments along his journey, gave first-hand insights into current trends in the global e-commerce landscape, and answered questions from the audience in an open Q&A. The session was moderated by Martin Kroenig, Director at Schwarz Asia Pacific Sourcing and representative for the OAV Young Leaders network in Hong Kong. Many thanks to Alexander and Martin for the engaging talk, to Schwarz Asia Pacific Sourcing for sponsoring the evening, and to everyone who joined us. It was especially great to see many students from our Dual System Professional Training programme participating in the discussion and networking session afterwards. A joint initiative with OAV - German Asia-Pacific Business Association since 2023, the Fireside Chat series provides an exclusive event format for young executives under 40 in Hong Kong to connect, strengthen their network and share personal and professional advice. For more information about the OAV Young Leaders and how to get involved in the network, contact Anna A. or check out the link below 👇 https://lnkd.in/gvjwFBtE #GICHK #OAV #youngleaders #youngprofessionals #professionalnetwork #careerdevelopment #businesscommunity #germanyinhk
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We had the pleasure of hosting a fantastic Pitch Night last Thursday, organised in partnership with German Accelerator and Start2 Group! 🎉 The informative and entertaining evening kicked off with a panel discussion on Hong Kong's strategic role as a "launch pad" for start-ups exploring the Asian market, featuring insights from Jayne Chan, Mabel F., and Hannes Farlock, and moderated by Martin Gothe. Eight brilliant start-ups from Germany then had the opportunity to pitch their innovative solutions to a room full of investors, fellow entrepreneurs, and ecosystem builders. The energy and creativity were palpable, making for deep discussions and valuable new connections made throughout the evening. Big shout-out to our visionary start-ups for their great pitches: Hybrid Lidar Systems AG | fracto | Zkin Lab | Kudan | MIND VACATIONS GmbH | vinr | Preventio | EntoSus GmbH Special thanks go to Invest Hong Kong and to our F&B sponsors Breer, Heimat by Peter Find, and Mindful Sparks Sparkling Tea for making this event possible. 🙌 And, of course, a big thank you to everyone who attended. We had lots of fun meeting many new faces and learning about new innovative business models, and we look forward to hosting more pitch nights in the future! 🚀 #GICHK #PartnerForInnovation #hongkong #startups #innovation #pitchnight #pitchperfect #germanyinhk
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🌟 Eine neue Folge unseres Podcasts „Hongkong Hotpod“ ist online! Dieses Mal zu Gast: Karena Belin, CEO & Mitbegründerin von WHub und AngelHub, und eine der wichtigsten Akteurinnen in der Hongkonger Startup-Szene. 🚀 Im Interview mit Hannes Farlock berichtet Karena von ihren Anfängen in der Startup-Community, den neuesten Entwicklungen in den Bereichen #Fintech, #Web3 und #KI, und ihrer Rolle als Brückenbauerin für Startups und mittelständische Firmen, ob als Mitglied des Vorstands der German Chamber of Commerce, Hong Kong (GCC) oder als AsiaBerlin Ambassador. Wodurch zeichnet sich das Startup-Ökosystem in Hongkong aus? Wo liegen Chancen und Herausforderungen, insbesondere für deutsche und internationale Gründerinnen und Gründer? Welche Verbindungen gibt es zwischen Hongkong und Berlin im Innovationsbereich? Und was macht Hongkong zu einem interessanten Standort für die Entwicklung von KI-Strategien in Unternehmen? Das und vieles mehr erfahrt Ihr hier: Spotify 👉 https://lnkd.in/gUcAw6Sv Apple 👉 https://lnkd.in/gf3NKGjq Amazon 👉 https://lnkd.in/gqfnVbQu ... und überall, wo es Podcasts gibt. Viel Spaß beim Zuhören! 🎧 Ganz herzlichen Dank an Karena Belin für die tollen Einblicke und an die Pool Podcast Agency für den technischen Support. 🙌 #GICHK #PartnerForInnovation #HongkongHotpod #GermanyinHK #Hongkong #Startups #Scaleups #Innovation #Digitalwirtschaft #Fintech #Web3 #KünstlicheIntelligenz
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#MeetOurStaff We are thrilled to introduce Evin Birhimeoglu as a new member of our team at German Industry and Commerce Ltd. Hong Kong (GIC)! 🎉 After spending a year as an international student in Chengdu, China, Evin has now arrived in #HongKong — a global business hub — to kickstart her career in a vibrant, international environment. With a background in East Asian Studies, she brings fresh ideas to our Market Entry team, helping develop innovative solutions for clients. Evin is eager to learn new skills and gain valuable experience, viewing GIC as the perfect platform to propel both her personal and professional growth. Outside of work, she’s passionate about traveling across Asia, keeping fit with Muay Thai, and dedicates her weekends to social dancing—particularly Bachata and Salsa—where she loves meeting and connecting with new people. Welcome aboard, Evin! 😊 #GICHK #GIC #MarketEntry #InternationalBusiness #NewAdventures
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Many thanks to Rödl & Partner for inviting our Delegate Hannes Farlock to their China Roadshow 2024 stopover at Liebherr Group in Hong Kong last Friday! The insightful afternoon kicked off with an opening keynote by Austrian Trade Commissioner Jennifer Veigel and a company introduction by Benjamin Ertl and Andreas Ganahl from Liebherr. Sebastian Wiendieck, head of the legal practice of Roedl & Partner China, and Hsiao J. Chiu, Managing Partner and Co-Founder of JP contagi Asia, then shared updates on the topics of legal #compliance and #leadership, respectively. Last, but not least, Hannes had the opportunity to join a lively panel discussion moderated by Achim Schueller on the risks and opportunities in these areas for foreign businesses operating in Greater China. The programme was rounded off with an impressive site tour, followed by a BBQ and networking session. German-Swiss Liebherr Group is a global technology leader in heavy-duty vehicles with operations in Hong Kong since 1994. Thank you for hosting this event, we look forward to seeing Liebherr further expand and succeed in the local and regional market! #GICHK #GermanyinHK #hongkong #greaterchina #businessenvironment
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🌕 Happy Mid-Autumn Festival from all of us at GIC & GCC! 🌕 Wishing you joy, prosperity, and sweet moments with your loved ones. May the full moon bring brightness and success to everyone! 🏮🥮 Please note that our office will stay closed on Wednesday, 18 September, and open again on Thursday. #GICHK #GCCHK #HongKong #MidAutumnFestival
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Last Thursday, our colleague Raymond Wai Lam CHUNG had the pleasure of attending a webinar hosted by the Indo-German Chamber of Commerce, where insights from German Chambers of Commerce Abroad (AHK) worldwide were shared to prepare companies for the upcoming EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD). 🌱⚖️🌏 In his presentation, Raymond highlighted the challenges faced by sourcing managers in #HongKong, who need to balance the stringent #compliance demands of German buyers under the LkSG with the operational realities of managing their supplier networks in Mainland #China. Positioned as key intermediaries, Hong Kong sourcing offices play a crucial role in bridging the gap by leveraging their regional expertise and proximity to manufacturers. Raymond emphasised the need for collaboration between German buyers and local offices to enhance supplier engagement and drive sustainable practices across the #supplychain. Hanna Dittmeyer from the Delegation of German Industry and Commerce for Eastern Africa (AHK Eastern Africa), Huyen Nhu Lanh from the AHK Vietnam - Delegation of the German Industry and Commerce in Vietnam, and Carlos Fernández Salek from AHK Bolivia | Cámara Boliviano-Alemana also shared their regional perspectives on LkSG and CSDDD implementation challenges. The discussion was guided by Indras Ghosh from the Indo-German Chamber of Commerce, who emphasised the importance of fostering regional cooperation and implementing best practices for effective supplier collaboration. The main takeaway was clear: Sustainability legislation is here to stay, and companies will need to adapt—not just to meet today’s standards but also in anticipation of further regulations down the road. Only companies that embrace supply chain due diligence and environmental compliance as permanent features in their business operations will be able to position themselves for long-term success. Many thanks to the Indo-German Chamber of Commerce for organising this informative discussion. We look forward to further collaboration in driving sustainable supply chain management across regions! 🤝 #GICHK #PartnerForSustainability #LkSG #CSDDD
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Venue confirmed! Join us at X-Days 2024 in Beijing's Shougang Park! 📍 Location: Shougang Park's No. 4 Blast Furnace, a beacon of industrial heritage in Shijingshan District. 🔍 Experience: Dive into China's market with industry leaders and gain fresh perspectives on business innovation. 🤝 Network: Connect with a vibrant community of professionals driving growth and collaboration. 📅 When: November 13-15, 2024. 🔗 Register Now: Secure your spot – Spaces are limited! https://lnkd.in/e7eKxTcG Follow us for updates and insights. See you there! #XDays2024 #XcelerationDays #PartnerForGrowth #ShougangPark
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🚀 Pitch Night in Hong Kong is just around the corner! 🚀 Join us on September 26 for an exciting evening where eight startups from Germany will showcase their innovative solutions and cutting-edge technologies. The event, in organisation with German Accelerator, Start2 Group and sponsored by Invest Hong Kong, offers a great opportunity to discover new trends and build valuable connections. Looking to expand your network or explore potential collaborations in the startup space? Don’t miss this chance to be part of Hong Kong’s thriving innovation scene! 🔗 RSVP now: https://lnkd.in/gd6DisGV We can’t wait to see you there! #GICHK #PartnerForInnovation #PitchNight #Startup #GermanyinHK