Award Ceremony of The 24th Student Essay Competition | CILTHK Student Day 2026

Award Ceremony of The 24th Student Essay Competition

Why do the secondary students participate?

The essay competition sparks students’ curiosity in logistics and transport, fostering personal growth.

It also challenges them to bring classroom lessons to life by tackling real-world scenarios.

Who are participating?

Students who are studying at secondary schools and international schools in Hong Kong are eligible to participate.

Secondary Schools

International Schools

Theme and competition format

This year, the 24th Student Essay Competition invites students to unleash their imagination with the theme, “Modern and Smart Logistics”

Secondary students are invited to participate either individually or in a team (up to 3 members) to write an essay on the following topics, with no more than 3000 words:

Junior Group (F.1 – F.3)

From Warehouse to Doorstep: The Journey of a Smart Package

從倉庫到我家門口：智慧包裹的旅程

Senior Group (F.4 – F.6)

The Power of Data: How Big Data Improves Logistics Operations

大數據如何利用「數據的力量」改善物流營運

Schedule

Timeline of competition

Stage 1

Dec 2025 - Feb 2026

Invitation & Submission

We invited all secondary schools and international schools in Hong Kong to join this prestigious competition.

                                
                                Deadline: All submissions must arrive at CILTHK office by 2 February 2026 (3pm).
                            

Stage 2

February 2026

Assessment Period

Mid-Feb

All submissions will be reviewed by professional judges for the first round of selection.

After mid-Feb

A separate panel of professional judges will conduct a final assessment of the selected essays in the second round to determine the winners.

Stage 3

March 14, 2026

Result Announcements and Award Presentation Ceremony

Winners in four categories (Junior and Senior Students in both Chinese and English groups) will be announced before the Student Day competition begins.

Champions will be invited to receive a press interview after the ceremony.

Professional Judging Panels for 24th CILTHK Student Essay Competition

1st Round Assessment

Dr. Jacky HAU

Senior Lecturer

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

Mr. Rayman LAI

Operation Manager

Alchemy Telco Solutions Asia Ltd.

Mr. Jason TAI

General Manager

Atarashi Management Company Ltd.

Mr. Thomas WONG

Assistant General Manager

Airport Authority Hong Kong

2nd Round Assessment

Dr. Fion LEE

Faculty of Business, Assistant Professor

UOW College Hong Kong

Mr. Alex SO

General Manager

Honour Lane Shipping Limited (Ningbo Branch)

Mr. Nicki YIP

General Manager – Group Sales

Modern Terminals Limited

Assessment Process

The assessment process includes two rounds, conducted by:

Academic Professionals Industry Experts Senior Management

Judging Criteria

Essays will be evaluated based on analytical and critical thinking, depth of research and understanding, innovation and creativity, as well as writing and presentation skills.

Awards

English Groups

Junior Secondary (Form 1 - 3)

Senior Secondary (Form 4 - 6)

Chinese Groups

Junior Secondary (Form 1 - 3)

Senior Secondary (Form 4 - 6)

Awards for Each Category

Champion Award

Trophy + Book Coupon HK$800

First Runner-up Award

Trophy + Book Coupon HK$400

Second Runner-up Award

Trophy + Book Coupon HK$200

Merit Award

Book Coupon HK$400

Past Success Showcase

Highlights from last year

View Winners & Winning Essays