Airports Council International will move its Pacific region office from Vancouver to Hong Kong at the end of June next year.

Council Secretary-General Alexander Strahl said the rapid growth of air travel in Asia, particularly in China, makes Hong Kong an excellent hub.

He said Hong Kong was selected from 10 candidate cities because of its strong position in terms of business connectivity and infrastructure.

"Hong Kong is a dynamic city located at the heart of the region, one that will serve Pacific Region of Airports Council International well as our membership base develops throughout the region, particularly in northeast Asia and China," Mr Strahl said.

The council is the international association of the world's airports. Its prime purpose is to foster co-operation among its members and with other partners in world aviation, including government, airline and aircraft manufacturing organisations.