HK Electric Investments is a vertically integrated power utility company primarily engaged in the generation, transmission, distribution, and supply of electricity to Hong Kong Island and Lamma Island. Its principal operating subsidiary, The Hongkong Electric Company Limited, operates the Lamma Power Station, which has an installed capacity of approximately 3,700 megawatts, incorporating coal-fired units, oil-fired gas turbines, gas-fired combined-cycle units, solar power systems, and wind turbines. The company serves around 568,000 registered customers across residential, commercial, and industrial segments. Established in 1890 and headquartered in Hong Kong, HK Electric Investments focuses on maintaining high reliability in power supply with operational standards achieving over 99.999% supply reliability since 1997.
The company has made significant investments in renewable energy, with a renewable energy capacity reaching approximately 450 megawatts by 2023, supported by investments exceeding HKD 4 billion. It aims to generate 50% of its electricity from renewable sources by 2030, aligning with Hong Kong's government carbon reduction and sustainability targets. The company also pursues upgrades to grid infrastructure and smart grid initiatives to improve efficiency and facilitate the integration of renewable energy sources. Recent years have seen capital expenditure focused on infrastructure upgrades and new gas-fired generation units with investments totaling about HKD 10 billion over the last five years. HK Electric Investments operates under a regulatory scheme with the Hong Kong government that ensures stable revenue through a return on asset framework.
In 2022, HK Electric Investments reported revenues of approximately HKD 26.8 billion and net profits of HKD 6.4 billion, reflecting its robust financial position and stable operating environment. The company continues to expand its sustainable energy portfolio and enhance operational efficiencies to meet evolving regulatory and market demands. Recent board and committee membership changes were announced, effective from mid-2025, reflecting ongoing governance adjustments to support strategic business goals. HK Electric Investments remains a critical player in Hong Kong’s power sector, committed to supplying clean, reliable electricity while advancing sustainability and infrastructure modernization initiatives.