(香港，2024年2月28日) 就財政司司長於今天 (2月28日) 發表之2024-25年度《財政預算案》，香港工程師學會 (下稱「學會」) 歡迎政府採納學會早前向政府提交的部份建議，有助香港抓緊機遇，促進高質量發展。學會對今次的財政預算案，有以下回應：

規劃基建發展

政府近年因應社會需要大力推展土地房屋供應項目，學會認同政府審視工程開支效益，按項目優次緩急調整推進安排，其中相對成熟項目會繼續推進，例如北部都會區土地平整和基建，會較為合適；正在前期規劃或構思階段項目，將按重要性等因素調整進度，例如處於策略性位置的交椅洲人工島，亦可繼續推進相關研究。學會認為做法有助平衡現時政府財政狀況及投資未來的需要，亦可以確保各項大型基建有序進行，有助業界發展。

人才競爭

政府表示將於年中檢討「高才通」等安排，並舉辦全球人才高峰會。學會希望指出，工程業界及建造業界的人力資源，對香港未來基建、創科、工業及其他各類發展有着重要影響，除了各項吸引海外人才的入境政策，希望政府盡早落實學會早前建議增加工程公司參與香港工程師學會培訓計劃的補貼金額及名額，並為聘請海外畢業生的公司提供短期資助，提高聘請畢業生的誘因。

在培育人才方面，學會樂見政府增撥資源推動創科教育，向「奇趣IT識多啲計劃」增撥逾1.3億元，在未來兩個學年向每所資助小學提供最多30萬元資助，學會亦樂意協調會員，透過「回母校計劃」、「一校一工程師」等計劃，為中小學提供專業工程意見，長遠為工程專業建立人才庫。

促進土地和房屋供應

學會樂見政府接納學會早前的建議，研究投資「組裝合成」供應鏈的可能性，並於今年內成立「建築研發及測試中心」，推動行業應用創新。學會希望指出，業界及香港整體均面對勞動人口下降的情況，整個建造業求才若渴，以科技提升效率，有助減輕人手問題，同時促進整個產業鏈的發展。

學會同意政府考慮市況以決定推售土地的數量、種類和速度，隨着政府加快造地，有關做法較為靈活，亦確保土地資源用得其所。由於各類基建及建屋發展均涉及社會資源，學會期望政府支援發展項目，做到「提速、提效、提質、提量」。各審批部門，在確保質量安全的原則之下，除了作為「監管者」外，更應擔當「促進者」角色，協助加快項目進度，精簡審批流程。

促進創科及新型工業化發展

學會支持政府推動創新科技的眾多舉措，其中河套區將扮演重要角色，包括將於「河套深港科技創新合作區」設立「大灣區國際臨床試驗所」、今年內發布「河套香港園區發展白皮書」、撥款20億元支持「InnoHK創新香港研發平台」進駐河套，以及撥款2億元為河套生命健康初創提供孵化和加速計劃，彰顯政府力促創科發展的決心，亦預示河套區推動本地以至大灣區創科發展的重要地位。

學會亦樂見政府積極支援企業及大學研發，包括撥款60億元資助大學設立生命健康研發院、推出「新型工業加速計劃」、撥款30億元推行前沿科技研究支援計劃等，亦將就推行「專利盒」稅務優惠提交立法建議，利潤稅率調低至百分之5，有助鼓勵研發，促進「從零到一」的突破。

建設智慧、綠色及具抗禦力的城市

學會亦樂見政府促進可持續發展，學會歡迎政府延長電動車首次登記稅務寬減，進一步令電動車普及化，並推動可持續航空燃料在港使用，並推出先導計劃，探討在政府建築物幕牆應用太陽能板。學會亦歡迎政府今年內就東九龍、啟德和洪水橋/厦村智慧綠色集體運輸系統的建設和管理邀請意向書，尋求以創新方式解決困擾區內市民多年的交通問題。

學會樂見政府繼續致力鞏固香港國際航空及航運樞紐的地位，展開優化航運業稅務優惠的研究，並提供批量註冊優惠，吸引船東大規模將船舶於香港註冊；在航空業方面，政府將加強與現時主要航線及「一帶一路」航線的服務聯繫，配合國家「空中絲綢之路」建設，積極「走出去」，拓展香港航空業的版圖。

把握大灣區機遇

大灣區內經濟充滿創新活力，多個城市在不同產業各有優勢，為了幫助專業人士「走出去」，學會期望政府牽頭與內地有關部門探討專業資格互認，讓更多工程師通過CEPA或其他相關協議在內地執業。

現時香港和國家正朝向高質量發展的道路前進，香港與內地及大灣區的合作將更為重要，香港工程師學會及工程界將繼續貢獻專業工程知識和能力，與各界攜手建設更美好的香港。

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(Hong Kong, 28 February 2024) The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (hereafter “the HKIE”) welcomes the Government's adoption of some of the recommendations previously submitted by the HKIE in the 2024-25 Budget unveiled by the Financial Secretary.  We believe these recommendations will help Hong Kong seize opportunities and promote high-quality development.  The HKIE would like to provide the following response to this year’s Budget:

Planning of Infrastructure Development

The HKIE endorses what the Government, responding to societal needs, has undertaken in recent years to push rigorously for land and housing supply projects, namely its review of works projects’ cost-effectiveness and its adjustment of their implementation schedules based on project priorities and urgency.  More appropriately, projects at a relatively mature stage will continue to be taken forward, such as site formation and infrastructure works for the Northern Metropolis.  On the other hand, projects at the preliminary planning or conceptual stages, such as the strategically positioned Kau Yi Chau Artificial Islands, will have their implementation schedules adjusted in accordance with their importance and have the relevant studies taken forward.  The HKIE believes that this approach helps balance the current financial performance with the need for future investment, and ensures the orderly implementation of major infrastructure projects, thereby facilitating the development of the engineering industry. 

Talent Trawling

The Government has indicated that the Top Talent Pass Scheme and other arrangements will be reviewed in the middle of the year, and a Global Talent Summit will be hosted.  We would like to point out that human resources of the engineering and construction industries have a significant impact on Hong Kong’s future development in infrastructure, innovation, industry, and many other areas.  In addition to various immigration policies to attract overseas talent, it is hoped that the Government would implement, at the earliest opportunity, the HKIE’s earlier recommendations to enhance the incentive for hiring engineering graduates.  Suggested initiatives include increasing subsidies and quotas for engineering companies participating in the HKIE’s training scheme, and providing short-term subsidies to companies hiring overseas graduates.

In terms of talent cultivation, the HKIE is pleased to see the Government allocating more resources to promote IT education – providing additional funding of over HK$130 million for the “Knowing More About IT” Programme and subsidies of up to HK$300,000 for each publicly funded primary school in the next two academic years.  We are receptive to coordinating and arranging members to provide professional engineering advice for primary and secondary schools through programmes such as the “Back to School Programme” and “One School One Engineer”, thereby establishing a talent reserve for the engineering profession in the long term.

Facilitating Land and Housing Supply

The HKIE is delighted to note that the Government has accepted our earlier recommendations to study the feasibility of investing in the supply chain of Modular Integrated Construction (MiC).  We believe that the establishment of the Building Testing and Research Institute later this year will help encourage the industry to apply innovative technologies.  The HKIE would like to point out that both the industry and the entirety of Hong Kong are facing a decline in the working population; the construction industry, in particular, is in great need of talent.  Improving efficiency through innovation and technology not only mitigates labour shortage but also promotes the development of the whole industry chain.

The HKIE agrees with the Government that market conditions are to be considered in determining the quantity, types and pace of land sales.  As the Government accelerates land development, such practices offer greater flexibility and ensure the fitting use of land resources.  Since the various housing and infrastructure developments all involve social resources, the HKIE looks forward to the Government’s support of development projects to enhance Speed, Efficiency, Quality and Quantity.  While adhering to the principle of ensuring quality and safety, each approving department should act not only as a “regulator” but also as a “facilitator” to help expedite project progress and streamline the approval process.

Promoting Innovation and Technology and New Industrialisation

The HKIE supports the Government’s various initiatives to promote innovation and technology (I&T), among which the Lok Ma Chau Loop (The Loop) will play a crucial role.  These initiatives include the establishment of Greater Bay Area International Clinical Trial Institute in the Hetao Shenzhen Hong Kong Science and Technology Innovation Co-operation Zone, the release of White Paper on the Development of the Hong Kong-Shenzhen Innovation and Technology Park later this year, the allocation of HK$2 billion to support the InnoHK research clusters to establish presence in the Loop, and the allocation of HK$200 million to assist start-ups engaging in life and health technology through incubation and acceleration programmes.  These initiatives demonstrate the Government’s commitment to promote I&T development and signify the important role of the Loop in advancing such development both locally and regionally across the Greater Bay Area (GBA).

The HKIE also welcomes the Government’s staunch support for enterprise and university research and development (R&D).  These include allocating HK$6 billion to subsidise the establishment of life and health technology research institutes, launching New Industrialisation Acceleration Scheme, allocating HK$3 billion to implement the Frontier Technology Research Infrastructure Support Scheme, as well as introducing into the Legislative Council a proposal regarding the implementation of the “patent box” tax incentive, which will reduce the tax rate for profits to 5%. This will help encourage R&D and facilitate breakthroughs out of the blue.

Building a Smart, Green, and Resilient City

The HKIE acknowledges the Government’s efforts to promote sustainable development.  We appreciate the extension of the first registration tax concession for electric vehicles (EVs), advancing the popularisation of EVs even further. The use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel locally is also encouraged, and the application of solar panels on government building façades is explored through a pilot scheme.  We also support the Government’s invitation for expression of interest in the construction and management of smart and green mass transit systems in East Kowloon, Kai Tak, and Hung Shui Kiu/Ha Tsuen within this year.  This initiative seeks to address, through innovative solutions, long-standing traffic issues affecting residents in these areas. 

The HKIE is pleased by the Government’s continual commitment to strengthening Hong Kong’s position as an international aviation and maritime logistics hub by initiating research on optimising tax incentive for the maritime industry and providing block registration incentives to attract ship owners to register their vessels in Hong Kong extensively.  As for the aviation industry, the Government will enhance service connections with existing major routes and routes along the Belt and Road in alignment with the construction of the national “Air Silk Road” so as to actively “go global” and expand Hong Kong’s aviation industry.

Seizing the Opportunities from GBA

The economy within the GBA is filled with innovation and creativity, with different cities and industries having their own advantages.  To assist professionals in “going global”, the HKIE hopes that the Government will take the lead in engaging relevant Mainland authorities to explore the expansion of mutual recognition of professional qualifications.  This will enable more engineers to practice in the mainland through CEPA or other relevant agreements.

Hong Kong, and China as a whole, are currently striding towards high-quality development, where cooperation between Hong Kong, the Mainland, and the GBA will become increasingly important.  The HKIE and the engineering industry will continue to contribute our engineering knowledge and expertise, working hand in hand with various sectors to build a better Hong Kong.

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（香港，2024年2月27日）由香港工程師學會（下稱「學會」）主辦的「香港工程師週2024」已展開連串精彩活動，其中專為激發年青人對工程學科興趣活動的中學生「工程達人—你問我答」比賽，上週六已完成激烈的初賽，決賽名單出爐，分別為聖母無玷聖心書院 、順德聯誼總會梁銶琚中學 、順德聯誼總會翁祐中學。三隊優秀的入圍隊伍將於3月2日（星期六）在「香港工程師週嘉年華」（下稱「嘉年華」）中爭奪殊榮，贏取豐富獎品。學會期望藉此加深中學生對工程專業的了解，從而鼓勵他們積極探索未來在工程領域的職業機會。

中學生「工程達人—你問我答」以小組問答比賽形式進行，分為初賽和決賽，比賽題目主要圍繞工程相關知識和大眾科學，以及香港工程師學會的工作。是次比賽共有12隊伍參與，每隊由五名隊員組成，包括四名學生及一名為後備隊員。六位工程師更組織回母校組隊參加，組成專家智囊團，解答參賽學生在工程學科上的各種疑問，並給予專業的指導和建議。 

嘉年華將於3月1日至3日一連三天假西九文化區海濱草坪舉行，屆時將設有與工程相關的多個互動遊戲攤位、比賽、打卡熱點及精彩表演項目，免費開放予公眾入場，並歡迎市民觀賞中學生「工程達人—你問我答」決賽。

學會相信，透過與現職的專業工程師互動，學生可以深入了解工程師在城市發展中所扮演的重要角色，幫助年輕一代更深入地了解工程領域的多樣性和挑戰性，激勵他們成為未來的工程精英。

「香港工程師週嘉年華」活動詳情：

關於香港工程師學會

香港工程師學會前身為「香港工程協會」，早於1947年成立，隨着協會不斷發展，政府於1975年通過《香港工程師學會條例》(第1105章)，正式賦予學會法定地位。現時學會會員人數超過34,000名，當中有約17,000名為法定會員。學會以團結不同專業界別的工程師，為會員謀求福利為宗旨。為確保會員質素，學會亦負責擬定專業工程師訓練及資歷審核標準，將會員資歷分為22個專業界別作出審核。同時，學會並積極推廣專業守則，對會員的操守有嚴格要求。有關本會更多資訊，請瀏覽 https://hkie.org.hk/

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中學生「工程達人—你問我答」問答初賽，各參賽學校合照

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(Hong Kong, 27 February 2024) The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE) launched a series of exciting activities as part of the Hong Kong Engineers Week 2024.  “Our Future Engineers” Secondary Student Quiz Contest, was specifically designed to ignite our next generation’s interest in engineering.  After the preliminary round held last Saturday, we are pleased to announce the finalists: Immaculate Heart of Mary College], Shun Tak Fraternal Association Leung Kau Kui College, and Shun Tak Fraternal Association Yung Yau College. The three teams will compete in the final round taking place on 2 March (Saturday) at the “Hong Kong Engineers Week Carnival” (Carnival).  The HKIE hopes to enhance students’ understanding of the engineering profession, and hence encourage them to explore future career opportunities in the field of engineering.

“Our Future Engineers” Secondary Student Quiz Contest is conducted in a team-based question-and-answer format, consisting of a preliminary round and a final round. The competition topics mainly revolve around engineering knowledge, popular science, and the work of the HKIE. A total of 12 teams participated in the competition.  Each team consists of five members, including four students and one backup member.  Six HKIE members have formed teams with their alma mater as an expert advisor, answering questions from participating students and providing professional guidance and advice.

The Carnival will be held at the Harbourside Lawn, West Kowloon Cultural District from 1 to 3 March, lasting for three consecutive days.  It will feature various interactive game booths, competitions, photo spots, and exciting performances related to engineering.  The event is free and open to the public, and “Our Future Engineers” Secondary Student Quiz Contest final round is also open to the public audience.

The HKIE believes that through interaction with practising professional engineers, students can gain a deeper understanding of the important role engineers play in the development of the city.  This helps the younger generation gain a more comprehensive view of the diversity and challenges in the field of engineering, inspiring them to become future engineering talents.

Details of the “Hong Kong Engineers Week Carnival:

About the HKIE 

The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE) – previously The Engineering Society of Hong Kong - was founded in 1947. In 1975, the HKIE was incorporated under the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers Ordinance, Chapter 1105 of the Laws of Hong Kong. Today the HKIE has over 34,000 members, of which around 17,000 are Corporate Members. 

The Institution aims to bring together engineers of different disciplines for their common good. The HKIE is committed to upholding the quality of membership, and sets standards for the training and admission of engineers from 22 engineering disciplines. It also has strict rules governing members’ conduct and is dedicated to raising the ethical standards of professional engineers in Hong Kong. For more information about the HKIE, please visit https://hkie.org.hk  

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Hong Kong Engineers Week 2024 official website: https://hkengineersweek.com/  

The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheHKIE  

The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_hkie/ 

The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers LinkedIn：https://hk.linkedin.com/company/the-hkie   

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Group photos in the "Our Future Engineers" Secondary Student Quiz Contest Semi-final

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（香港，2024年2月27日）香港工程師學會（下稱「學會」）年度旗艦盛事——「香港工程師週2024」連串精彩活動與比賽已經打響鑼鼓，多場專為不同年齡層和業內人士而設的比賽陸續開始。其中，「我們的夢想城市」小學生設計比賽經過競爭激烈的初賽殷選，共有十隊入圍隊伍脫穎而出，並將於3月1日至3日舉行的「香港工程師週嘉年華」（下稱「嘉年華」）期間，向公眾展示參賽作品展，入場人士除可觀賞學生作品，更可向支持的作品投下一票（公眾投票佔比例總30%）。嘉年華的第三日（3月3日），入圍隊伍更會向評審講解作品理念。

「我們的夢想城市」小學生設計比賽旨在激發小學生的創造力及培養團隊合作精神，從小開始培養他們對城市建設及工程領域的興趣。入圍隊伍的模型作品主要以環保、可持續發展、宜居城市為題，透過人工智能、創新科技、物聯網融入城市設計意念，構建對可持續發展的綠色生活願景。

除了「我們的夢想城市」小學生設計比賽，嘉年華會進行中學生「工程達人-你問我答」及「 N展聯盟」決賽，屆時亦設有與工程相關的多項互動遊戲攤位、比賽，打卡熱點及精彩表演項目，歡迎市民參與。

「香港工程師週嘉年華」活動詳情：

關於香港工程師學會

香港工程師學會前身為「香港工程協會」，早於1947年成立，隨着協會不斷發展，政府於1975年通過《香港工程師學會條例》(第1105章)，正式賦予學會法定地位。現時學會會員人數超過34,000名，當中有約17,000名為法定會員。學會以團結不同專業界別的工程師，為會員謀求福利為宗旨。為確保會員質素，學會亦負責擬定專業工程師訓練及資歷審核標準，將會員資歷分為22個專業界別作出審核。同時，學會並積極推廣專業守則，對會員的操守有嚴格要求。有關本會更多資訊，請瀏覽 https://hkie.org.hk/

如欲了解更多詳情，請瀏覽：

「香港工程師週2024」官方網址：https://hkengineersweek.com/

香港工程師學會Facebook：https://www.facebook.com/TheHKIE

香港工程師學會Instagram：https://www.instagram.com/the_hkie/

香港工程師學會LinkedIn：https://hk.linkedin.com/company/the-hkie 

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(Hong Kong, 27 February 2024) The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE) is gearing up for its annual flagship event, the “Hong Kong Engineers Week 2024,” (HKEW) featuring a series of exciting activities and competitions.  Among them, “Our Dream City” Primary Student Design Contest’s preliminary round was conducted, shortlisting ten finalist teams whose entries will be exhibited at “Hong Kong Engineers Week Carnival” (Carnival) from 1 to 3 March.  In addition to appreciating the students’ works, visitors can also vote for their favourite designs (public voting accounts for 30% of the total score).  The finalists will also present their design concepts to the judging panel on day three (3 March) of the Carnival. 

“Our Dream City” Primary Student Design Contest aims to inspire creativity and foster teamwork among primary school students, nurturing their interest in urban development and the field of engineering from a young age.  The model works of the shortlisted teams primarily revolve around themes of environmental sustainability and creating liveable cities, incorporating concepts of artificial intelligence, innovative technologies, and the IoT into urban design, envisioning a green lifestyle in line with sustainable development. 

In addition to the “Our Dream City” Primary Student Design Contest, the Carnival will feature the final rounds of “Our Future Engineers” Secondary Student Quiz Contest and Engineer Alliance.  There will also be interactive game booths, contests related to engineering, photo spots, and exciting performances.  The event welcomes the participation of the public.

About the HKIE  

The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE) – previously The Engineering Society of Hong Kong - was founded in 1947. In 1975, the HKIE was incorporated under the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers Ordinance, Chapter 1105 of the Laws of Hong Kong. Today the HKIE has over 34,000 members, of which around 17,000 are Corporate Members.  

The Institution aims to bring together engineers of different disciplines for their common good. The HKIE is committed to upholding the quality of membership, and sets standards for the training and admission of engineers from 22 engineering disciplines. It also has strict rules governing members’ conduct and is dedicated to raising the ethical standards of professional engineers in Hong Kong. For more information about the HKIE, please visit https://hkie.org.hk   

For more information, please visit:  

Hong Kong Engineers Week 2024 official website: https://hkengineersweek.com/   

The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheHKIE   

The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_hkie/  

The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers LinkedIn：https://hk.linkedin.com/company/the-hkie    

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（香港，2024年2月1日）香港工程師學會（下稱「學會」）已向財政司司長提交了建議，供其在編製二○二四／二五年度《財政預算案》時考慮。學會的建議著重於改善香港經濟、促進發展以及應對現在及未來的重要挑戰，提出重點領域和戰略性措施，以維持經濟復甦、鞏固香港作為全球金融和創新樞紐的地位。

1. 基建設施發展

學會認同基建設施發展對推動經濟增長和滿足社會需求相當重要，並強調以下重點：

• 協調發展計劃並調整優先次序；
• 在大型基建項目中優化資源配置，以成本效益為主要考慮；
• 仔細審視工程開支，保持公共財政健康，以應對香港財政儲備下降的情況；
• 考慮採用公私營機構合作（PPP）和私營機構注資（PFI）。

2. 吸引人才

為應對工程行業可預見的人手短缺、培養和留住本地人才，以及吸引海外專業人士，學會提出以下建議：

• 將工程公司參與香港工程師學會工程畢業生培訓計劃（EGTS）而聘用工程畢業生作為見習生的政府補貼提升至每月 10,000 港元；
• 增加EGTS配額，鼓勵公司以更有競爭力的薪酬僱用工程畢業生；
• 加強與內地合作，為工程師在大灣區開創更多機會；
• 為僱用每位海外畢業生的公司提供約每月10,000港元的津貼，為期兩年；
• 建立專款以支持專業機構吸引優秀人才來港。

學會預計與廣東省工程師學會的資格互認協議將擴展到更多工程界別，進一步提升工程人才的流動性。

另外，學會正積極與教育局合作推動「工程伴理行」計劃，將小學和中學與工程師配對，以推廣STEAM（科學、科技、工程、藝術及數學）教育。學會希望政府增加資金和支持，以加強計劃影響力。我們又建議將更多資源分配至「一校一工程師」和「回母校計劃」等項目，以提升學生對工程的興趣。

3. 土地和房屋供應

學會建議政府考慮採用PPP和PFI的方式，加快土地填海、北部都會區和交通網絡的開發，以降低政府的前期成本並改善整體現金流。

在老化建築物的安全問題上，學會建議：

• 採用無人機等創新方法，識別高風險建築物並發出強制驗樓通知；
• 先利用有關部門的資源執行驗樓和維修工作，其後再向業主收取費用及相關罰款，以有效地保障公共安全。

4. 創新和科技發展

學會認同創新和科技作為推動香港經濟增長的新引擎，並提出以下建議：

• 設立分兩級或三級的稅務優惠制度，據聘任數量遞升優惠，以鼓勵企業僱用本地人才；
• 進行立法修訂，促進氫燃料從生產、儲存、運輸以至應用的產業鏈；
• 為氫燃料研發提供土地資源；
• 向僱用本地工程師和技術人員的香港公司提供補貼，以便其為僱員提供更優厚薪酬條件，吸引更多工程人才入行。

5. 建設智能、綠色和高韌性城市

在環境保護方面，學會建議：

• 為鼓勵使用電動車，在新發展區預留空間安裝電動車充電設施，確保充電網絡完善；
• 支援中小企綠色轉型，並制定促進長期可持續發展的法規；
• 提供財政資源、無息貸款、租金和稅收優惠，鼓勵和促進回收業發展；
• 擴大生產者責任計劃的範圍，涵蓋更多產品和包裝材料。

作為香港工程專業團體，學會將繼續與政府、行業持份者和公眾合作，提供專業建議，為香港的長期繁榮和福祉作出貢獻。

如欲垂詢，請與香港工程師學會傳訊統籌部聯絡。

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(Hong Kong, 1 February 2024) The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE) has submitted a set of recommendations to the Financial Secretary for consideration in formulating the 2024-25 Budget.  With a focus on improving Hong Kong’s economy, promoting development, and addressing crucial current and future challenges, the HKIE’s submission highlights key areas of concern and proposed strategic measures to sustain economic recovery and consolidate Hong Kong’s position as a global financial and innovation hub.

1. Infrastructure Development

Recognising the significance of infrastructure development in driving economic growth and addressing the society’s needs, the HKIE emphasises the importance of

• coordinated and prioritised development plans;
• cost-effectiveness and optimal resource allocation for large-scale infrastructure projects;
• careful examination of the total estimated construction expenditure to maintain healthy public finance amidst Hong Kong’s declining fiscal reserves;
• considering the adoption of Public-Private Partnership (PPP) and Private Finance Initiative (PFI).

2. Trawling for Talents

To address the projected manpower shortage in the engineering sector by nurturing and retaining local talents as well as attracting overseas professionals, the HKIE recommends:

• raising financial subsidies for eligible Scheme “A” companies employing graduates under the Engineering Graduate Training Scheme (EGTS) to HK$10,000 per month;
• expanding the quota for EGTS to encourage companies to hire more engineering graduates at competitive salaries;
• strengthening collaborationwith the Mainland to open more career opportunities for engineers in the GBA;
• offering a two-year subsidy of approximately HK$10,000 per month to companies employing each overseas graduate;
• establishing a dedicated fund to support professional bodies in their initiatives to attract talented individuals to Hong Kong

The HKIE also anticipates its Mutual Recognition Area (MRA) with the Guangdong Institution of Engineers to expand to more engineering disciplines, facilitating greater mobility for engineering talents.

The HKIE is actively collaborating with the Education Bureau on the “Engineers on Campus” programme, which pairs primary and secondary schools with engineers to promote STEAM education.  To enhance the programme’s impact, the HKIE calls for increased funding and support from the Administration.  We also suggest allocating more resources to programmes like “One School One Engineer” and “Back to School Programme” to generate greater interest in engineering among students.

3. Land and Housing Supply

The HKIE recommends adopting PPP and PFI approaches for expediting land reclamation, the development of the Northern Metropolis and transport networks, to reduce the Government’s upfront costs and improve the overall cashflow.

On safety concerns related to ageing buildings, the HKIE proposes

• implementing innovative methods such as drone supervision systems to identify higher-risk buildings and issue Mandatory Building Inspection Scheme notices; and
• allocating necessary resources of the Authority and recovering the costs from building owners, along with penalties, to safeguard public safety effectively.

4. Innovation and Technology Development

Recognising the role of innovation and technology as the new engine of Hong Kong’s growth, the HKIE suggests

• establishing a two- or three-tiered taxation benefit system that offers increasing benefits corresponding to the number of recruits, to incentivise enterprises to employ local talents;
• pursuing legislative amendments to facilitate the production, storage, transportation and application of hydrogen fuel;
• providing land to support the R&D of the full hydrogen fuel production chain; and
• providing subsidies for Hong Kong companies employing local engineers and technologists so that companies may provide employees with a more favourable package and thus attract more talents to join the engineering industry.

5. Building a Smart, Green, and Resilient City

Concerning environmental protection, the HKIE recommends

• reserving space for electrical vehicle (EV) chargers in new development areas and ensuring a robust charging network to encourage the use of EVs;
• the Administration provide support for small- and medium-sized enterprises transitioning to green practices and formulate regulations that facilitate long-term sustainability;
• providing financial resources, interest-free loans, rent and rate relief, and tax concessions to incentivise and stimulate recycling businesses; and
• expanding the scope of Producer Responsibility Scheme to cover more products and packaging materials.

As a professional body representing engineers in Hong Kong, the HKIE will continue to engage with the Government, industry stakeholders, and the public to provide professional advice and recommendations and contribute to the long-term prosperity and well-being of Hong Kong.

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（香港，2024年1月16日）香港工程師學會「香港工程師週2024」傳媒簡介會（下稱「簡介會」）於今日在香港工程師學會工程薈EngHub舉行，為一連串精彩活動揭開序幕。作為香港工程師學會（下稱「學會」）2023/2024年度最大型的會員及公眾活動，「香港工程師週2024」（下稱「工程師週」）以「不一樣．Be the change」為主題，共推出七大活動，其中包括「香港工程師週嘉年華」、「N展聯盟」、「我們的夢想城市」小學生設計比賽、中學生「工程達人-你問我答」比賽 、「粵港澳大灣區高校創新工程邀請賽」，「大專院校巡迴招聘博覽」以及「香港工程師學會大獎」。學會期望透過不同互動方式提高公眾對工程專業的認識和興趣，鼓勵更多年青人投身工程領域，推動香港的工程發展和創新，參與建設社會。

香港工程師學會會長李志康博士、工程師致歡迎辭表示：「我們相信這七大活動可以激發從小學生、中學生、高等院校學生、業界專業人士以及公眾對工程領域的投入和參與感，有助為工程業界吸引和培育專業人才，為香港工程領域發展帶來革新和突破。」

「香港工程師週嘉年華」（下稱「嘉年華」）是工程師週的重頭戲。嘉年華將於3月1日至3日，一連三天於西九文化區海濱草坪舉行。學會致力展示工程師行業的多樣性、創新性和重要性，安排多達45個互動攤位，讓公眾對工程行業有更深入的了解。嘉年華亦邀請Per Se等一眾歌手，為大家送上精彩的表演節目，是公眾週末放鬆玩樂的好去處。另外，為進一步向公眾展示香港年輕工程師的專業形象及更多面向，學會於今年舉辦首屆「N展聯盟」，吸引眾多充滿活力的年輕工程師參與。參加者將透過兩輪緊張刺激的工程任務和挑戰，展現香港工程師的專業標準及卓越精神。

除了面向公眾的活動，學會亦為學生舉辦一連串活動。「我們的夢想城市」小學生設計比賽旨在激發小學生的創造力及培養團隊合作精神，從小開始培養他們對城市建設及工程領域的興趣。中學生「工程達人-你問我答」比賽則提供中學生與在職工程師的互動交流機會，讓學生更明白工程師在城市發展中的重要角色，以及工程領域的多樣性和挑戰性。

「粵港澳大灣區高校創新工程邀請賽」（下稱「邀請賽」）是工程師週的另一重點活動。學會搭建互動平台讓學生進行跨地域交流，期望能進一步培養高等院校工程系學生的創新和團體協作能力。邀請賽籌委會主席樂法成教授、工程師表示：「香港本地及大灣區其他城市都有眾多優秀的工程學系學生，本次邀請賽是大灣區內學生進行專業交流的絕佳機會。我們非常期待看到他們的優異作品及團隊合作精神。」此外，學會將舉辦「大專院校巡迴招聘博覽」，招聘博覽籌委會聯席主席余偉沛工程師表示：「學生可以透過公司展位、招募講座以及即場面試，與業界人士交流，更好地規劃職業發展。」

另外，今年將再次舉行「香港工程師學會大獎」，表彰對工程界發展有貢獻的學會會員。獎項包括創新發明、行業應用、基礎設施三大類別。學會期望這獎項能激勵更多會員在各自領域展現出卓越的成就，進一步推動香港工程界的發展。

如欲了解更多詳情，請瀏覽：

「香港工程師週2024」官方網址：https://hkengineersweek.com/

香港工程師學會Facebook：https://www.facebook.com/TheHKIE

香港工程師學會Instagram：https://www.instagram.com/the_hkie/

香港工程師學會LinkedIn：https://hk.linkedin.com/company/the-hkie  

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關於香港工程師學會

香港工程師學會前身為「香港工程協會」，早於1947年成立，隨着協會不斷發展，政府於1975年通過《香港工程師學會條例》(第1105章)，正式賦予學會法定地位。現時學會會員人數超過34,000名，當中有約17,000名為法定會員。學會以團結不同專業界別的工程師，為會員謀求福利為宗旨。為確保會員質素，學會亦負責擬定專業工程師訓練及資歷審核標準，將會員資歷分為22個專業界別作出審核。同時，學會並積極推廣專業守則，對會員的操守有嚴格要求。有關本會更多資訊，請瀏覽 https://hkie.org.hk/

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(Hong Kong, 16 January 2024) Today, the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE) held a press conference on the Hong Kong Engineers Week 2024 (HKEW 2024) at EngHub as a prelude to the series of enthralling activities that comprise it. HKEW 2024, the member- and public-oriented HKIE event organised on the largest scale in Session 2023/2024, has “Be the Change” as its theme and encompasses seven major activities, including Hong Kong Engineers Week Carnival, Engineer Alliance, “Our Dream City” Primary Student Design Contest, “Our Future Engineers” Secondary Student Quiz Contest, Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Tertiary Institution Innovation Project Invitational Competition, Engineering Career Fair and HKIE Grand Award 2024.  Through a variety of interactive approaches, the HKIE hopes to raise public interest in—and understanding of—the engineering profession and motivate more youngsters to join the profession, thereby advancing Hong Kong’s innovation and engineering development through these youngsters’ participation in societal development.

“We believe,” Ir Dr Barry LEE Chi Hong—the HKIE’s President—said in his welcome speech, “that these seven significant events can stimulate the engagement and a sense of involvement in the engineering field in primary school, secondary school and higher institution students, as well as industry professionals and the general public. This will foster the attraction and cultivation of professional talents for the engineering industry, bringing innovation and breakthroughs to the development of Hong Kong’s engineering field.”

The centerpiece of HKEW 2024 is the Hong Kong Engineers Week Carnival (the Carnival), which will be held, for three consecutive days, from 1 March to 3 March at the Harbourside Lawn of West Kowloon Cultural District. This grand event serves as a platform for showcasing the diversity, innovativeness and significance of the engineering profession, featuring as many as 45 interactive booths aimed at deepening public understanding of the engineering profession. Renowned performers such as Per Se grace the stage, presenting an exciting lineup of performances and making the weekend experience a relaxing and enjoyable one for the visitors. Moreover, to further showcase the diversity and professionalism of Hong Kong’s young engineers, the HKIE organises the inaugural Engineer Alliance this year and has succeeded in securing the participation of a multitude of high-spirited young engineers. Through two rounds of thrilling tasks and challenges, these participants will demonstrate to the public the high professional standards and sustained excellence of Hong Kong’s engineers.

Aside from public-oriented activities, HKEW 2024 also encompasses an array of events tailored specifically for students. The "Our Dream City" Primary Student Design Contest aims to spark students’ creativity, nurture a sense of team spirit in them, and cultivate their interest in engineering and urban development. “Our Future Engineers” Secondary Student Quiz Contest, on the other hand, offers secondary students the opportunities to interact and exchange with practicing engineers so that they can gain a deeper appreciation of the crucial role played by engineers in urban development and the field’s diverse and challenging nature.

Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Tertiary Institution Innovation Project Invitational Competition (the Competition) stands as another prominent event in HKEW 2024. The HKIE sees the Competition as an interactive platform on which students can conduct cross-regional exchanges and hopes that it can foster innovation and teamwork among students in the engineering departments of higher education institutions.  “In both Hong Kong and other cities within the Greater Bay Area,” said Ir Prof Louis LOCK Fat-shing, Chairman of the Competition’s Organising Committee, “there is an abundance of exceptional engineering students. The Competition presents an excellent opportunity for them to conduct professional exchange with one another. We very much look forward to witnessing their remarkable work and spirit of collaboration.” Furthermore, the HKIE will be hosting Engineering Career Fair in tertiary institutions in Hong Kong, Ir Keith YUE, Engineering Career Fair Organising Committee Co-Chairman said: “Through the fairs’ company booths, recruitment talks, and on-site interviews, students will have the chance to engage in in-depth conversations with industry veterans and plan their career paths better.”

Additionally, the HKIE will be hosting the “HKIE Grand Award” again this year to champion HKIE members who have made significant contributions to the development of the engineering industry. The Award comprises three Categories: Innovation, Industrial, and Infrastructure. It is hoped that this Award, by inspiring more members to showcase their outstanding achievements in their respective fields, will take the development of Hong Kong’s engineering industry even further.

For more information, please visit:

Hong Kong Engineers Week 2024 official website: https://hkengineersweek.com/

The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheHKIE

The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_hkie/

The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers LinkedIn: https://hk.linkedin.com/company/the-hkie 

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About the HKIE

The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE) – previously The Engineering Society of Hong Kong - was founded in 1947. In 1975, the HKIE was incorporated under the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers Ordinance, Chapter 1105 of the Laws of Hong Kong. Today the HKIE has over 34,000 members, of which around 17,000 are Corporate Members.

The Institution aims to bring together engineers of different disciplines for their common good. The HKIE is committed to upholding the quality of membership, and sets standards for the training and admission of engineers from 22 engineering disciplines. It also has strict rules governing members’ conduct and is dedicated to raising the ethical standards of professional engineers in Hong Kong. For more information about the HKIE, please visit https://hkie.org.hk

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