>Press Releases Home > Publications and press releases > Press Releases Maritime Affairs exhibition continues tomorrow A roving exhibition to promote the public understanding of maritime operations and affairs will continue to be held at the China Hong Kong City tomorrow (Jan 23). The exhibition was held today at Shun Tak Centre receiving enthusiastic public responses. The exhibition, with the theme "Hong Kong Maritime Affairs", is part of the Marine Department's efforts to support the Serving the Community Festival held by the Civil Service Bureau this month to showcase the wide range of quality services the Government provides to the community. A spokesman for the Marine Department said: "It is hoped that the public will get a better understanding of the various services the department is providing to the community after visiting the exhibition. Elaborating on the exhibition details, the spokesman said that visitors would have a chance to learn more about the operations and functions of various divisions within the Marine Department through display panels, computer demonstrations and video show. " Maritime topics covered in the exhibition include shipboard safety working code, the search and rescue system, safety in navigation, dangerous goods handling and other maritime services and matters. One of the highlights is the demonstration of a ship steering simulator. Visitors will have a chance to take the helm of a vessel and experience for themselves the feeling of being a quartermaster. The exhibition will be held tomorrow (January 23) on the 1st Floor of the China Hong Kong City (Departure Hall next to the Marine Department's Pass Office), Tsimshatsui. Souvenir items and printed materials will be distributed at the exhibition, which will be open to public from 9.30 am to 6 pm. Tuesday, January 22, 2002
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