Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl) has announced the appointment of Frosti Lau Yi-sau as its new Chief Executive, effective 8 June 2026. The leadership transition comes as the company continues to position itself at the forefront of global air cargo handling through innovation, digitalisation, and operational excellence.
Lau brings more than 25 years of senior leadership experience across the aviation and air cargo sectors, with a career spanning key international markets including Hong Kong, Mainland China, Australasia, Southeast Asia, and Southern Africa. He joins Hactl from Cathay Pacific Airways, where he most recently served as Regional General Manager for Southeast Asia and Oceania.
During his tenure at Cathay Pacific, Lau held several senior positions across both commercial and operational functions. These included Regional General Manager for the Southwest Pacific and General Manager for Cargo Service Delivery. In the latter role, he also served as a director of the airline’s cargo terminal subsidiary, gaining direct experience in terminal operations and air cargo logistics management.
His professional background reflects a blend of strategic and operational expertise, with a strong emphasis on digital transformation initiatives, partnership development, and organisational capability building. These competencies are expected to play a critical role as Hactl continues to evolve its service offerings and adapt to shifting global supply chain dynamics.
Hactl, one of the world’s leading independent air cargo terminal operators, manages cargo handling operations at Hong Kong International Airport, a major global freight hub. The company has built a reputation for advanced automation, high-throughput handling capabilities, and the integration of digital technologies to enhance efficiency and transparency across cargo operations.
Michelle Choi, Acting Chief Executive of Hactl, noted that the appointment reflects the company’s focus on leadership with strong technological and industry credentials. She highlighted the importance of experience in both innovation and large-scale operations in steering the organisation through its next phase of development.
Lau’s academic background includes a Bachelor of Business Administration and a Master of Science in Financial Analysis from the HKUST Business School, a Bachelor of Laws from the University of London, and a Master of Arts from the University of Hong Kong.
The appointment comes at a time when air cargo terminals worldwide are increasingly investing in automation, data analytics, and digital platforms to improve efficiency and resilience amid evolving trade patterns and growing demand for e-commerce and high-value freight.
With Lau set to assume leadership in June, industry observers will be watching closely how Hactl continues to strengthen its position within the competitive global cargo handling landscape.
