{"id":8956,"date":"2025-07-29T18:31:50","date_gmt":"2025-07-29T10:31:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/air8.io\/?p=8956"},"modified":"2025-11-26T14:47:36","modified_gmt":"2025-11-26T06:47:36","slug":"air8-at-the-icc-x-hktdc-masterclass-hong-kong-mastering-trade-finance-with-insights","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/air8.io\/zh-hans\/air8-at-the-icc-x-hktdc-masterclass-hong-kong-mastering-trade-finance-with-insights\/","title":{"rendered":"Air8 at the ICC x HKTDC Masterclass Hong Kong: Mastering Trade Finance with Insights\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"8956\" class=\"elementor elementor-8956\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"has_ae_slider elementor-element elementor-element-b3257e5 e-con-boxed ae-bg-gallery-type-default e-con\" data-id=\"b3257e5\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;content_width&quot;:&quot;boxed&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fb8d711 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fb8d711\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.9.0 - 06-12-2022 *\/\n.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-stacked .elementor-drop-cap{background-color:#818a91;color:#fff}.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-framed .elementor-drop-cap{color:#818a91;border:3px solid;background-color:transparent}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap{margin-top:8px}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap-letter{width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap{float:left;text-align:center;line-height:1;font-size:50px}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap-letter{display:inline-block}<\/style>\t\t\t\t<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Air8 was honored to speak at the \u201cDigital Trade Masterclass for Hong Kong SMEs,\u201d co-organized by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and the Hong Kong Trade and Development Council (HKTDC) on July 28, 2025. Erik Kwok, Head of Technology and Operations at Air8, shared valuable insights into the digital trade landscape and the capabilities of our insight-based supply chain finance platform.<br \/><\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This masterclass brought together specialists in digital trade, supply chains, and trading to exchange insights and enhance Hong Kong\u2019s competitive edge by delivering value to SMEs through innovative digital trade solutions.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-8966 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/air8.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/LSW01027-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"80%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/air8.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/LSW01027-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/air8.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/LSW01027-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/air8.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/LSW01027-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/air8.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/LSW01027-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/air8.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/LSW01027-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-8959\" src=\"https:\/\/air8.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/LSW00961-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"80%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/air8.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/LSW00961-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/air8.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/LSW00961-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/air8.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/LSW00961-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/air8.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/LSW00961-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/air8.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/LSW00961-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/span><\/p><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #808080;\">Ms. Pamela Mar, Managing Director of ICC DSI, noted that by aligning its finance, trade\u00a0and logistics sectors with global digital trade standards, Hong Kong can remain\u00a0competitive and resilient on the world stage and is well-positioned to spearhead\u00a0Asia\u2019s digital-trade development.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-8962\" src=\"https:\/\/air8.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/LSW01354-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"80%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/air8.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/LSW01354-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/air8.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/LSW01354-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/air8.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/LSW01354-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/air8.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/LSW01354-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/air8.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/LSW01354-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><br \/><\/span><span style=\"color: #808080;\" data-contrast=\"none\">Erik Kwok, Head of Technology and Operations of Air8<\/span><br \/><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Digital Trade Solutions for Supply Chains and SMEs<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Many small to medium-sized exporters face challenges in securing funding due to insufficient data for credit assessments, which hinders their global competitiveness. These obstacles are further exacerbated by inadequate support for risk management strategies, leaving SMEs vulnerable in a rapidly changing market.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">During the masterclass, Air8 presented a use case showcasing our insight-based supply chain finance platform and its latest innovations. With heritage from Li &amp; Fung\u2019s deep industry expertise in the apparel and general merchandize sectors, Air8\u2019s platform is specifically designed to meet the unique needs of SME exporters, enabling them to access the funding they require.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Risk Management and Efficient Working Capital Management<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Air8 platform is quickly evolving by integrating risk management concepts and transforming complex data into actionable business intelligence that drives informed decision-making. With AI-powered accounts receivable and working capital management tools, SMEs can easily identify aging invoices and potential risks. Erik also introduced our latest innovation&#8211; Buyer Outlook, which leverages agentic AI to conduct comprehensive research on buyers worldwide.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The masterclass provided a valuable platform for fostering an efficient business environment and enhancing Hong Kong\u2019s international competitiveness through advocacy and innovations in the digitalization of trade documents and the insights necessary for strategic decision-making.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-8964 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/air8.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/3-1024x682.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"80%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/air8.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/3-1024x682.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/air8.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/3-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/air8.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/3-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/air8.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/3-1536x1023.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/air8.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/3.jpeg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #808080;\">Industry experts shared insights and challenges on digital transformation.\u00a0(From left) <b>Kenise Sin<\/b>, Senior Data Analyst, Financial Infrastructure Department, HKMA;\u00a0<b>Jack Lee<\/b>, Chief Operating Officer, GS1 Hong Kong; <b>Bertrand Chen<\/b>, Chief Executive\u00a0Officer, Global Shipping Business Network; <b>Andy Lam<\/b>, Deputy Secretary for Commerce\u00a0and Economic Development, HKSAR Government; <b>Prof Frederick Ma<\/b>, Chairman of the\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"color: #808080;\">HKTDC; <b>Pamela Mar<\/b>, Managing Director, ICC DSI; <b>Ivy Tse<\/b>, Co-Chief Executive Officer\u00a0&amp; Co-founder, FreightAmigo; <b>Erik Kwok<\/b>, Head of Technology and Operations, Air8; and\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"color: #808080;\"><b>Candy Chan<\/b>, Product Manager, IQAX.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p>Talk to Air8 to get funded: https:\/\/air8.io\/contact\/<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Air8 was honored to speak at the \u201cDigital Trade Masterc [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":12,"featured_media":8964,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[42,43,49,31],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-8956","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-company-news","category-company-news-zh-hans","category-event","category-news-zh-hans","wpbf-post"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/air8.io\/zh-hans\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8956","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/air8.io\/zh-hans\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/air8.io\/zh-hans\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/air8.io\/zh-hans\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/12"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/air8.io\/zh-hans\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8956"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/air8.io\/zh-hans\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8956\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/air8.io\/zh-hans\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/8964"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/air8.io\/zh-hans\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8956"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/air8.io\/zh-hans\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=8956"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/air8.io\/zh-hans\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=8956"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}