"Edward Liu is a leading maritime lawyer and Partner at Haiwen & Partners LLP. He serves as the Principal Representative of the International Chamber of Shipping (China) Liaison Office and is a Member of the Hong Kong Maritime and Port Development Board. Qualified in Hong Kong SAR, England & Wales, and the PRC, Edward is widely recognised for his expertise in maritime law, international arbitration, and complex cross-border shipping disputes. He advises on charterparty disputes, shipbuilding, maritime incidents, and international trade matters.

Edward received the Medal of Honour from the Hong Kong SAR Government in 2022 for his contributions to legal and arbitration services, particularly in the maritime sector. He was named one of Lloyd’s List’s Top 10 Global Maritime Lawyers from 2019 to 2021. In addition to his legal practice, Edward acts as an arbitrator, mediator, and academic, contributing extensively to the development of international maritime law and policy."