CITAC Chairperson's Message
For decades, the construction industry has served as the cornerstone of Hong Kong's economy, growing alongside our city through every challenge. In the face of current economic headwinds, we must harness innovative thinking to break new ground and inject fresh momentum into Hong Kong's development. Despite challenging economic conditions, the sector continues to demonstrate resilience, with major infrastructure projects progressing steadily—not only creating employment opportunities but also laying a solid foundation for economic recovery.
At this critical juncture, we must urgently address the imperative for industry transformation. Traditional operational models have become increasingly unsustainable, while the aging workforce and talent shortage pose growing challenges. To overcome these economic difficulties, we must accelerate innovation—with a focus on developing New Quality Productive Forces through smart construction, digital transformation, and green building technologies to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and unlock new opportunities for the industry.
The Construction Innovation and Technology Application Centre (CITAC) is fully committed to supporting the sector through these challenges. As an innovation hub, we actively introduce cost-effective construction technologies, promote the adoption of Modular Integrated Construction (MiC) and construction robotics, and help the industry maintain its competitive edge during this economic downturn. Simultaneously, we foster cross-sector collaboration to develop innovative solutions tailored to Hong Kong's high-density urban environment, driving sustainable growth through technology.
I firmly believe that innovation remains the key to overcoming challenges, even during economic adjustments. As Chairman, I will lead CITAC in strengthening collaboration with all stakeholders to help the industry seize opportunities in the Greater Bay Area development and explore new markets. We will pay special attention to the transformation needs of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), providing targeted support to navigate these challenging times together.
I sincerely invite all industry peers to join hands in this endeavor. Let us harness innovation to tackle challenges and leverage technology to create opportunities—not only to weather the current economic storm but also to build a more resilient and sustainable future for Hong Kong's construction industry.
Ir John Kwong
Chairperson, CITAC