Construction Industry Council - Annual Report 2024

ANNUAL REPORT 2024 87 OPERATIONAL REVIEW Promote Business Connections and Talent Collaboration Under the guidance of the Development Bureau (DEVB), the CIC organised three “Hong Kong Construction Industry Job Fairs for Universities in the Mainland”, attracting 112 Hong Kong construction enterprises that offered over 1,260 positions and drew more than 5,000 students seeking jobs or advice. Additionally, the CIC successfully held two National Studies Course for 60 industry leaders, senior executives and young professionals, providing them in-depth insights into the country’s latest development strategies, inspiring participants to seize opportunities for development and actively advocate the integration of Hong Kong’s construction industry into the national development framework. Hong Kong Construction Industry Job Fairs for Universities in the Mainland National Studies Course Technical Visits Drives Industry Transformation Last year, the CIC organised 11 technical visits in the Mainland China in areas such as safety, construction digitalisation and intelligence, construction robotics, and green building. These visits showcased innovative research findings to 280 participating representatives, enhancing their understanding of the latest technological developments in the construction industry of Mainland China. This experience inspired them to consider introducing relevant solutions in Hong Kong, accelerating the technological transformation of our construction industry. Technical visits Mainland Liaison Services The CIC has actively liaised with partners in the Mainland China, fostering strong connections and striving to enhance mutual benefits and drive innovation among the construction industry of both regions. In 2024, the CIC concentrated on three key areas: “Technology Exchange”, “Business Matching”, and “Strengthening Ties with the Mainland China”, organising a total of 65 activities related to Mainland affairs throughout the year.