Mr Edward Koo

Edward Koo is the Vice President and Senior Responsible Person for Lloyd’s Register Hong Kong, where he leads strategic business development initiatives across classification, maritime advisory, and technology implementation. With over a decade of experience in the international maritime industry, Edward’s expertise spans commercial strategy, technical operations, and organizational development. Prior to joining Lloyd’s Register, he held senior executive roles with a prominent Hong Kong shipowner, overseeing cross-regional commercial and technical operations across dry bulk and tanker fleets. A passionate advocate for the regional maritime cluster, Edward strives to champion the voice of the local shipping community. He began his career with a world-leading energy major, managing downstream petroleum pricing, marketing, and sales across the Americas and Asia.