(香港，2025年2月26日) 就財政司司長於今天 (2月26日) 發表之2025-26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，有助香港應對眼前挑戰，同時抓緊機遇，促進高質量發展，推動經濟長遠發展。學會對今次的財政預算案，有以下回應：
促進創科及新型工業化發展
培育新質生產力的其中一個核心是推動人工智能發展。學會樂見政府計劃撥款1億元，推出為期兩年的「製造及生產線『升』級支援先導計劃」，政府將按1:2的配對比例，向每家在港營運生產線的企業提供最高25萬元資助，學會認為，此舉有助企業設立智能生產線，並建議政府進一步優化計劃，為聘用本地工程師和技術人員的香港公司提供額外資助。另外，學會亦歡迎政府籌備推出「創科加速器先導計劃」，以配對形式向每家專業初創企業服務機構提供最高3,000萬元資助，進一步豐富本港的初創生態圈。
學會亦樂見政府採納我們的建議，積極推動低空經濟的長遠發展。政府計劃在今年第二季向立法會提交修訂《小型無人機令》的建議，研究為各項「先進空中運輸系統」訂立新的專用法例，並與內地當局就低空經濟相關議題加強對接，相信能有效促進兩地合作與發展。
此外，學會認同香港可以在國家自主研發的C919飛機進軍國際市場的過程中發揮重要作用。香港國際航空學院將擴展培訓課程，涵蓋與C919飛機相關的範疇，並探討推動香港發展成為亞洲首個飛機部件處理及交易中心，進一步提升香港在航空領域的國際地位。
人才競爭及培育
政府將於短期內優化「輸入內地人才計劃」和「一般就業政策」，讓具備專業技術資格及經驗的年輕非學位專才來港，這正正有助工程界填補現時副學位人才的短缺。
在培育人才方面，學會一直不遺餘力。我們樂見政府預留資源促進建造業專業發展，包括未來兩年支持「主要項目精英學院」，為就讀建造業相關兼讀制學位課程的學員提供在職培訓津貼，以及資助建造業界為合共約2,500名工程、建築、測量、規劃及園境的學位畢業生提供在職培訓，協助更多青年人獲取專業資格，有助業界內持續培育年輕人才。
另外，學會對預算案中提到的兩項培訓相關措施感到欣喜。政府及建造業議會將合共撥款2億4,500萬元，資助業界為約3,500名年青專才提供在職培訓津貼。此舉從技術人員以至專業人士不同層面提供在職培訓機會，不僅能提升年青業界人士的專業知識和經驗，更能為他們提供清晰的晉升及進修階梯，從而吸引更多人加入建造業。學會期望與政府和建造業議會共同推進各項培訓和吸引年青人加入行業的措施，並推動更廣泛的科技應用，相信這些舉措能有助應對業界未來的人力需求，推動香港基建、經濟和社會的可持續發展。
學會樂見政府邀請科企未來一年透過到校的產品展示或實地參觀等，與學生互動交流，並為校園編程及人工智能學習等科技教育提供資源，進一步提升青少年對創科應用的興趣和能力。學會亦樂意協調會員，為科技分享過往入校經驗，為中小學提供專業工程意見，長遠為工程專業建立人才庫。
規劃基建推動可持續發展
學會樂見政府加速推動北部都會區建設，並優先投入資源發展區內重點產業，包括創新、高端專業服務和現代物流、專上教育和文化體育及旅遊，採用更多元的發展模式，例如試行「片區開發」，並計劃今年下半年起陸續為三個試點項目進行招標。
在交通基建方面，學會亦樂見政府的積極規劃，將於年內展開港深西部鐵路（洪水橋至前海）項目的勘查及設計研究，並推進北環線支線的詳細規劃及設計。另外，政府將爭取就南港島線（西段）項目開展詳細規劃及設計，並計劃分別於今年就啟德項目、明年就東九龍及洪水橋／厦村及元朗南新發展區項目進行招標。
學會認同透過城市規劃與工程優化項目，能促進香港的經濟活力。我們支持政府推動維港海濱優化項目，包括完善海濱設施、提升公共空間設計及改善交通連接，以打造更具吸引力的城市景觀。此外，學會亦支持政府研究在紅磡打造海濱新地標的計劃，透過結合商業、住宅及遊艇旅遊設施的綜合發展，進一步提升區域的經濟價值與旅遊吸引力。這些工程項目不僅能為社區注入活力，更能透過優化基礎設施及提升遊客體驗，鞏固香港作為國際旅遊城市的地位。
學會歡迎政府推動綠色航運及綠色航空，助力香港成為綠色船用燃料加注中心，並推動在香港國際機場應用可持續航空燃料。政府亦透過新能源運輸基金資助專營巴士營辦商購買電動巴士，及資助的士業界購買電動的士。同時，政府也推出資助計劃，推動業界安裝高速充電樁。
把握大灣區機遇
學會樂見政府接納學會早前的建議，積極推動大灣區「組裝合成」建築的優勢互補和產業發展，聚焦「組裝合成」建築的研發、品質認證和國際市場推廣，並與廣東省及澳門特區合作，為建造業技術工人及技術人員擬定灣區技術標準，以及推展「一試多證」，準備公布首個試行工種的灣區標準，以上措施均可充分發揮香港作為「超級聯繫人」及「超級增值人」的優勢。
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, 27 February 2025) The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE) welcomes the Government’s adoption of some of our previously submitted recommendations in the 2025-26 Budget. These measures will help Hong Kong address the challenges in sight while seizing opportunities to promote high-quality development and drive long-term economic growth. The HKIE’s responses to the Budget are as follows:
Promoting Innovation and Technology (I&T) and New Industrialisation
One of the core drivers of new quality productive forces is the advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI). The HKIE welcomes the Government’s allocation of HK$100 million to launch the two-year Pilot Manufacturing and Production Line Upgrade Support Scheme (Manufacturing+), under which enterprises operating production lines in Hong Kong will receive matching grants of up to HK$250,000 on a one-to-two matching basis. The HKIE believes that this initiative will assist enterprises with establishing smart production lines and recommends that the Government enhance the Scheme further by offering additional subsidies to local companies employing local engineers and technologists. In addition, the HKIE welcomes the Government’s plan to launch the I&T Accelerator Pilot Scheme, which will provide matching grants of up to HK$30 million per professional start-up service agency, further enriching Hong Kong’s start-up ecosystem.
The HKIE is also pleased to note the Government’s adoption of our recommendations to actively promote the long-term development of low-altitude economy. The Government is planning to submit proposed amendments to the Small Unmanned Aircraft Order to the Legislative Council in the second quarter of this year, explore the enactment of new legislation dedicated to Advanced Air Mobility, and strengthen cooperation with Mainland authorities on matters related to low-altitude economy. These measures are expected to facilitate cross-border collaboration and development.
Furthermore, the HKIE recognises Hong Kong’s potentially significant role in supporting the international market expansion of the country’s domestically developed C919 aircraft. The Hong Kong International Aviation Academy will expand its training programmes to cover C919-related fields and explore driving Hong Kong towards becoming the first aircraft parts processing and trading centre in Asia, further solidifying the city’s global position in aviation.
Trawling for and Nurturing Talent
The Government’s imminent plans to enhance the Admission Scheme for Mainland Talents and Professionals and the General Employment Policy will allow young non-degree holding professionals with technical qualifications and experience to work in Hong Kong. These plans will specifically address the shortage of associate degree-level talent in the engineering sector.
The HKIE is committed to talent development and is pleased to note the Government’s allocation of resources to support professional development in the construction industry. Over the next two years, the Government will support the Centre of Excellence for Major Project Leaders, provide on-the-job training subsidies for trainees enrolling in part-time construction-related degree programmes, and fund the construction sector’s on-the-job training for approximately 2,500 graduates in engineering, architecture, surveying, planning, and landscape architecture. These initiatives will assist young practitioners with obtaining professional qualifications and strengthen the industry’s talent pipeline.
The HKIE is also delighted by two additional training-related measures outlined in the Budget. The Government and the Construction Industry Council (CIC) will jointly allocate HK$245 million to subsidise on-the-job training provided by the sector for approximately 3,500 young specialised professionals. By offering on-the-job training opportunities across both technical and professional levels, the initiative will not only enhance young professionals’ expertise and experience, but also provide clear progression pathways in their careers and continual education, thereby attracting more talent to the construction sector. The HKIE is eager to work with the Government and the CIC to advance various training programmes and measures that attract our youth to the profession, as well as to encourage more extensive technological applications. It is believed that these measures can address future workforce demands in support of Hong Kong’s infrastructure, economic, and social development.
The HKIE is also pleased to note the Government’s plan to engage technology enterprises in student outreach activities over the coming year, including on-campus product demonstrations and site visits, and to allocate resources for technological education such as coding and AI learning in schools. The HKIE stands ready to coordinate its members to share their experiences and provide engineering insights for primary and secondary schools, contributing in the long term to the engineering profession’s talent reserve.
Infrastructure Planning and Sustainable Development
The HKIE welcomes the Government’s acceleration of Northern Metropolis development and its prioritisation of investments in the major industries within the area, including I&T, high-end professional services and modern logistics, tertiary education, and culture, sports, and tourism. The HKIE also supports the Government’s adoption of a diversified development approach, such as piloting “large-scale land disposal”, and its plan to commence tendering for three pilot projects in the latter half of this year.
The HKIE is heartened by the Government’s proactive planning of transport infrastructure, including the commencement of investigation and design studies for the Hong Kong-Shenzhen Western Rail Link (Hung Shui Kiu – Qianhai) project and the detailed planning and design of the Northern Link Spur Line. Additionally, the Government is expending efforts on initiating the South Island Line (West) project’s planning and design, as well as planning to tender, respectively, for the Kai Tak project this year and for the East Kowloon, Hung Shui Kiu/Ha Tsuen, and Yuen Long South New Development Area projects next year.
The HKIE shares the view that urban planning and engineering projects can unleash Hong Kong’s economic vitality. We are supportive of the Government’s initiative to forge a more appealing cityscape by enhancing the Victoria Harbour waterfronts, including refining waterfront facilities, upgrading public space designs, and improving transport connectivity. We also welcome the impending study on developing a new harbourfront landmark in Hung Hom that aims to integrate commercial, residential, and yacht tourism facilities to further strengthen the area’s economic and tourism appeal. These projects will not only revitalise communities but also enhance infrastructure and visitor experiences, reinforcing Hong Kong’s position as a world-class tourism destination.
The HKIE appreciates the Government’s promotion of green shipping and green aviation, including efforts to position Hong Kong as a green maritime fuel bunkering centre and advance the application of sustainable aviation fuel at the Hong Kong International Airport. Furthermore, the Government will subsidise franchised bus operators in purchasing electric buses, and the taxi trade in purchasing electric taxis, under the New Energy Transport Fund. A subsidy scheme will also be launched to provide impetus for the industry to install fast chargers for electric vehicles.
Leveraging Opportunities from Greater Bay Area (GBA)
The HKIE is pleased to note the Government’s adoption of our recommendation to leverage complementary advantages and synergies in Modular Integrated Construction (MiC), and to develop it into an industry in the GBA. Efforts will be focused on MiC’s research and development, quality accreditation, and international market expansion. Guangdong Province and the Macao SAR will join hands with the Government to formulate GBA standards on the skill levels for the construction sector’s skilled workers and technicians, and to take forward the “One Examination, Multiple Certification” arrangement, with the GBA standards for the first pilot trade to be announced in due course. These initiatives will fully leverage Hong Kong’s role as a “super-connector” and “super value-adder” in the region.
As our nation, together with Hong Kong, advances towards high-quality development, collaboration between Hong Kong and the Mainland, including the GBA, will become increasingly important. In collaboration with different sectors, the HKIE and the engineering sector will construct a better Hong Kong through our continual contributions of professional expertise and capabilities.
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