Construction Industry Council - Annual Report 2024

CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY COUNCIL 176 OUR SUSTAINABILITY JOURNEY National Studies Course and Visit Since 2022, we have organised a signature course on national affairs in Mainland China for industry professionals. In 2024, the fifth class was held in Beijing, focusing on key topics such as New Quality Productive Forces, the Spirit of the Third Plenary Session （三中 全會精神） , Dual Carbon Goals, Green Development, One Country, Two Systems and Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) Opportunities. The programme also included four study visits, highlighting cutting-edge advancements in construction technologies. National Studies Course We also organised 65 activities, including 11 technical visits, 49 exchange visits, three on-campus job fairs and two signature courses on national affairs to strengthen our connection with various parties from Mainland China, enhance supply chain collaboration, and promote the exchange of innovative technologies. Catalysing Transformation Beyond sharing knowledge through our exhibition centres, we actively engage with industry professionals by organising site visits – both locally and overseas – enabling them to explore cutting-edge construction technologies and innovative practices. These initiatives foster knowledge exchange, inspire transformation, and drive the adoption of sustainable and advanced construction methods across the industry. Overseas Study Tour In 2024, the CIC organised a Smart and Sustainable Study Tour to Finland and the Netherlands, bringing together an 18-member delegation to explore the latest advancements in sustainable practices, digitalisation, industrial construction, smart facilities management, and reclamation technologies. These visits deepened the delegation’s understanding of global best practices and inspired new approaches to integrating sustainability and digitalisation into the construction industry.