Tang Shiu-kin

Sir Shiu-kin Tang
Born	(1901-03-21) March 21, 1901 Hong Kong
Died	June 19, 1986(1986-06-19) (aged 85)
Occupation(s)	Businessman, philanthropist
Known for	Founding Kowloon Motor Bus; philanthropy in Hong Kong

Sir Shiu-kin Tang CBE, KStJ, JP (; 21 March 1901 – 19 June 1986) was a prominent businessman and benefactor in Hong Kong. In 1933, he played a key role in founding Kowloon Motor Bus and is well known for creating numerous public service organizations across Hong Kong, many of which carry his name.

He held leadership positions as chairman of both the Tung Wah Group of Hospitals and Po Leung Kuk.

Early life and the Battle of Hong Kong

Tang was born into an affluent family in Hong Kong as the second son among four brothers. His father, Tang Chi Ngong JP, worked in banking. He received his education at Queen's College and St. Stephen's College.

On 23 December 1941, during the Battle of Hong Kong, Tang narrowly avoided fatal harm while in Happy Valley. Serving in the Hong Kong reserve police force at the time, he and his colleagues came under attack by Japanese troops shortly before the territory surrendered.

Philanthropy

Throughout his life, Tang contributed approximately HK$100 million to various philanthropic initiatives, greatly enhancing Hong Kong’s social services and infrastructure.

Family

Tang’s eldest grandson, David Tang, who established the Shanghai Tang fashion brand, was born to Tang’s sole son with his 'first concubine'. Nonetheless, Tang Shui Kin is said to have maintained distance from this branch of his family, offering limited financial assistance.

See also

• Tang Shiu Kin Hospital
• Sai Kung Tang Shiu Kin Sports Ground
• Tuen Mun Tang Shiu Kin Sports Ground
• Tang Shiu Kin Victoria Government Secondary School
• Sheng Kung Hui Tang Shiu Kin Secondary School