Encourage continuous innovation in the industry Recognise outstanding contributions of surveyors

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 15 July 2024 - The results of the HKIS Awards 2024 were announced and presented at the HKIS Awards Presentation Ceremony on 12 July 2024 at the Hong Kong Ocean Park Marriott Hotel. The Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors Awards aims to commend and recognise the exceptional achievements of Hong Kong surveyors and provide a prestigious platform for surveyors to showcase their outstanding work and promote their professional image. Aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals set by the United Nations, the Awards seek to emphasize the crucial role of surveyors in sustainable development, fostering a culture of sustainable practices in the industry and promoting a sustainable future for Hong Kong. The judging criteria also focus on the efforts made by the entries to integrate innovative sustainable practices into the surveying process. Nine Past Presidents of The Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors were invited to serve as members of the first screening committee, while the esteemed jury panel was formed by eleven industry leaders. After a rigorous review process of screening, site visits, and jury panel presentations, Airport Authority Hong Kong's The Reclamation of Three Runway System Project at Hong Kong International Airport were selected as the most outstanding project, winning the HKIS Excellence in Surveying Award and the Grand Award in Construction (Infrastructure) Category. The project showcased the surveying team's expertise and innovation in completing a challenging large-scale reclamation. In addition, the Innovative Surveying Award, the new award category introduced in this year to recognise projects that have enhanced the standard of the industry through the application of innovative technologies, was presented to Sustainability Strategy in Road and Tree Inspection by Advanced Geo-spatial Technology from Highways Department who also won the Grand Award in the Post-occupation Category. The project demonstrated how surveyors used innovative tech to enhance efficiency and precision, reflecting their dedication to innovative practices. Other Grand Award Winners include Nan Fung Group's AIRSIDE (Planning Category); Sino Group and Chinese Estates Holdings Limited's Kwun Tong Town Centre Project (K7) (Planning Category); Chinachem Group and Urban Renewal Authority's Proposed Composite Development at 28 Tonkin Street (Pre-construction Category); West Kowloon Cultural District Authority's Hong Kong Palace Museum (Construction (Building) Category); Sino Group's One North (Sales & Leasing Category); Architectural Services Department's Maintenance Strategy on ArchSD Maintained Man-made Slope (Post-occupation Category). The Honourable CHEUK Wing Hing, GBS, JP, the Guest of Honour, Deputy Chief Secretary for Administration of the HKSAR Government said,"The surveying profession is the backbone of the development sector in Hong Kong. I am delighted that the HKIS has taken the initiative to organise this meaningful event HKIS Awards, which serves as an excellent platform for promoting and recognising the contributions made by the surveying profession to the development of Hong Kong." Sr LAM Ka Fai, Francis, HKIS President said, "We embrace the theme "Surveying for a Sustainable Future", which underscores our commitment to acknowledging the invaluable contributions of surveyors in fostering a resilient and sustainable environment for our city. This year's focus aligns with the broader global agenda, reinforcing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and their integration within the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) frameworks of numerous institutions across Hong Kong." Sr Prof Winnie SHIU, Past President (2019/20) of the Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors and HKIS Awards 2024 Organising Committee Chairlady said, "This year's award has added two new focus areas to promote sustainable development. The first focuses on sustainable development values, processes and impacts – covering innovative sustainability practices, energy-saving strategies, government policies and their environmental, social and economic impacts. The second focus area emphasizes innovation and technology, looking at the feasibility, technology application, cost-effectiveness and impact on comfort and well-being." High resolution event photos downloadable HERE.For more details of the HKIS Awards 2024, please visit: https://hkisawards.org/Event Photos Photo 1: Sr LAM Ka Fai, Francis, HKIS President attended the Award Presentation Ceremony and delivered the welcome speech. Photo 2: Sr Prof Winnie SHIU, HKIS Awards 2024 Organising Committee Chairlady, said that The Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors Awards 2024 recognises the professionalism and excellence of surveyors. Photo 3: The Honourable CHEUK Wing Hing, GBS, JP, Deputy Chief Secretary for Administration of the HKSAR...