Jack So, Hong Kong’s Airport Authority chairman, to step down after 9 years
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Jack So Chak-kwong will step down as Hong Kong’s Airport Authority chairman after nine years, with the body’s CEO set to succeed him.
The authority, which manages the city’s international airport on Lantau Island, said on Tuesday that the changes would take effect on June 1.
The reason behind So’s departure was not revealed but his stint already exceeded the government policy allowing people to serve in an official capacity for a maximum of six years.
Secretary for Transport and Logistics Lam Sai-hung thanked the 78-year-old for taking the helm over the past nine years and praised what he called his unwavering commitment.
He said So’s leadership helped consolidate Hong Kong’s position as an international aviation hub.
“Mr So played a pivotal role in such major areas as the planning and construction of the three-runway system, development of Airport City, expansion of intermodal transport networks and enhancement of air services,” he said.