Past Event

Driving Breakthroughs for Hong Kong’s Private Building Repair Works: Joint Professional Forum Concludes Successfully

《Driving Breakthroughs for Hong Kong’s Private Building Repair Works: Joint Professional Forum Concludes Successfully》 The Joint Professional Forum: Challenges and Breakthroughs of Private Building Repair Works in Hong Kong (「聯合專業論壇：香港私人樓宇維修工程的挑戰與破局」) concluded with resounding success on 2 November. We are immensely grateful to the over 4,500 professionals who enrolled and joined us both in person at PolyU and online via our live stream. Staged immediately after the HKSAR Government’s release of the Independent Committee investigation report and its announced reforms on 29 October, the forum served as a vital and timely platform. Our cross-disciplinary discussions focused heavily on operationalising the newly introduced measures, refining implementation frameworks and perfecting system-wide reforms. In his welcoming address, Ir Prof. Michael YAM, Head of CMI, expressed heartfelt thanks to the Forum Moderator and distinguished panel of speakers representing the co-organisers, including HKIS, HKIA, HKIE, HKICM, PMSA, HKAPMC and PolyU CMI. Our sincere appreciation also goes to PolyU BREDAA, all co-organisers, supporting organisations and attendees. Together, we continue to uphold public safety and sustainable excellence in Hong Kong's building repair works.

DIREC Alumni Reunion Dinner 2026

《DIREC Alumni Reunion Dinner 2026》 A wonderful evening of reconnection! On 30 October, DIREC alumni from different intakes and professional fields came together with CMI staff for a warm and memorable reunion dinner. The evening was filled with laughter and conversations. As they reminisced about their study journeys, fond memories came flooding back, alongside updates on their latest endeavors and professional developments. Prof. Daniel CHAN, Programme Leader and Prof. Jeff SHEN, Deputy Programme Leader of the Doctor of International Real Estate and Construction (DIREC) programme, hosted the event and warmly welcomed the attendees. It was a lovely opportunity to reconnect and applaud the remarkable contributions of the DIREC community across the real estate and construction sectors. The programme has produced four batches of graduates from 2023 to 2026 so far. Thank you for everyone who joined us. We look forward to every opportunity to reconnect with our alumni in future.

PolyU InfoDay for Undergraduate Admissions 2026: Great Success

《PolyU InfoDay for Undergraduate Admissions 2026: Great Success》 Last Saturday, PolyU welcomed over 49,000 prospective students, parents and visitors to the Hung Hom campus for another vibrant and successful Info Day! Our CMI booth attracted enthusiastic crowds eager to discover our diverse programmes and initiatives. Visiting students experienced interactive learning firsthand through demonstrations of technologies, including the Human LiDAR Pattern Show, AI-Based Perception and Robotic Interaction in Construction, Exoskeleton Suits and Virtual Reality Device. In addition, our faculty provided personalised academic advice to guide prospective students toward their ideal study choices. Our CMI Information Seminars delivered in-depth overviews of admission requirements and future pathways for our signature programmes: BSc (Hons) in Building Engineering and Management and BSc (Hons) in Surveying. Attendees were also inspired by sharing sessions from our alumni who offered valuable real-world perspectives. Demonstrating our innovative teaching and research environment, a guided tour was organised to showcase our facilities, including the CAVE System, Motion Simulator and VR Omnidirectional Treadmill. A big thank-you to all visitors, alumni, colleagues and student helpers who contributed to the day’s success! We look forward to welcoming these prospective students to the campus in future!

CMI Gathering with Inbound Exchange Students

《CMI Gathering with Inbound Exchange Students》 Prof. CHI Hung Lin, Associate Head of CMI and Prof. YI Wen, Associate Professor and Student Exchange Officer, recently welcomed incoming exchange students from KTH Royal Institute of Technology, the University of Stuttgart, RWTH Aachen University and Shanghai Jiao Tong University for a networking gathering. The event also brought together local students who are currently preparing for their own overseas studies. The event was filled with conversations, shared experiences and new connections. By exchanging perspectives and learning from one another, our students gained valuable global insights to help them succeed in today's interconnected world.

Welcoming Our Freshmen: CMI Orientation for Undergraduate Programmes

《Welcoming Our Freshmen: CMI Orientation for Undergraduate Programmes》 CMI proudly welcomed our incoming freshmen across our Building Engineering and Management, Surveying, and Property Management undergraduate programmes at the Orientation this week as they embark on an exciting and rewarding academic journey. The orientation opened with key briefings on the General University Requirements and Student Exchange Programme. Prof. Michael YAM, Head of CMI, welcomed the freshmen by highlighting the refreshed departmental identity and key programme strengths, followed by tailored academic and subject selection guidance from our Programme Leaders and Academic Advisors. The day concluded with an immersive tour of CMI’s facilities where students got hands-on exposure to technologies including 3D Printing, Human-Robot Collaboration in Construction, Smart Tower Cranes, and the CAVE Automatic Virtual Environment.

FCE Build A Smart City Competition – CMI Session - Surveying the Future: A Smart Solution for Double Ageing

《FCE Build A Smart City Competition – CMI Session - Surveying the Future: A Smart Solution for Double Ageing》 What a remarkable day! Under the CMI theme ‘Surveying the Future: A Smart Solution for Double Ageing’, eight student teams showcased their visionary ideas at the PolyU FCE Build A Smart City Competition on 14 August. Building on the insights from the earlier two-day workshops, the teams delivered compelling presentations and innovative models. Every team demonstrated a strong collaborative spirit and creativity while proposing smart solutions for our city's double ageing challenges. We sincerely thank all the promising young minds for their hard work and innovative thinking. Special thanks also go to our distinguished panel of judges, Ir Phyllis CHEN, Senior Construction Manager of Dragages Hong Kong; Sr Carmen LAI, Associate Director (Project) of Emperor Group; and Prof. Esther YUNG, Associate Head (Teaching) of CMI, for their valuable expertise and constructive feedback. Your support made this event an inspiring learning experience!

The Inaugural CMI Reception Marked an Exciting New Chapter

《The Inaugural CMI Reception Marked an Exciting New Chapter》 The Inaugural CMI Reception marked a momentous occasion on 29 July as our very first large-scale gathering under our new name—the Department of Construction Management and Intelligence (CMI)! As our premier annual gathering, the event was a wonderful celebration of both our rich legacy and exciting evolution toward a more innovative future in built environment education. It also served as an ideal platform for networking and bonding among industry practitioners, professional institutions, donors, alumni, Work-Integrated Education representatives, mentors, faculty members and students. Most importantly, it provided us with the opportunity to express our sincere gratitude for their unwavering support. Following a warm welcoming speech by Prof. Michael YAM, Head of CMI, the evening was graced by our Guest of Honour, Sr Kevin SIU Ka Yin, JP, Commissioner of Rating and Valuation of the HKSAR Government and Chairman of our Departmental Advisory Committee. His insightful remarks made the occasion memorable. Expressing the collective gratitude of our graduating students, Mr Andrew PANG Yin Yui, Outstanding Student of the Department 2025/26, then proposed a vote of thanks. The atmosphere was made even more vibrant through lively student performances by Andrew and Mr Kevin CHEN Jiaxuan as well as the engaging games. Our heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us in marking this exciting new chapter! More photos are available on our website. https://polyu.hk/RfrAb

Joint Institutional and Cross-Disciplines Discussion Forum: How Data Technology Applies in Construction Industry

《Joint Institutional and Cross-Disciplines Discussion Forum: How Data Technology Applies in Construction Industry》 Last Friday, the PolyU campus hosted the Joint Institutional and Cross-Disciplinary Discussion Forum on ‘How Data Technology Applies in the Construction Industry’. The Forum was jointly organised by the Department of Construction Management and Intelligence (CMI) of PolyU, the Department’s Alumni Association (BREDAA), the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), the Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors-Building Surveying Division (HKIS BSD) and the Hong Kong Institute of Construction Managers (HKICM). We were inspired to receive such wonderful support from the industry professions, including over 800 online and in-person registrations. The event was kicked off with a warm welcome speech by Prof. Esther YUNG, Associate Head (Teaching) of CMI at PolyU. Under the expert moderation of Ms Ivy LAM, Director of Ankura, our panel of distinguished speakers, Ir Dr Derick PANG, JP, CEO of Asia Allied Infrastructure Holdings Ltd.; Ir Terence LUI, Founder & CEO of Varadise Ltd. and Mr Xiangrui KONG, Managing Director of Ankura shared invaluable and multi-disciplinary insights on operational optimisation, data sharing and digital infrastructure security in smart construction. A special thanks to everyone who made the event a great success, particularly, our distinguished guests, the BREDAA Executive Committee and the organising team. We look forward to more inspiring collaborations ahead!

《BRE Distinguished Lecture》

《BRE Distinguished Lecture》 Last evening marked a significant chapter for our signature event, the ‘BRE Distinguished Lecture’ series. The comprehensive presentation by Ir Prof. Thomas HO On-sing, JP, on ‘Be the Excellence for Future Construction Industry’ was met with resounding applause. As the Chairman of the Construction Industry Council and the recipient of both the Outstanding PolyU Alumni Award and the Outstanding Alumni Award of PolyU BRE, Ir Prof. Ho delivered an inspiring lecture, taking us on a journey through the realms of AI and digitalisation in construction. We hope the participating students, alumni, colleagues and industry professionals enjoyed a rewarding evening.

BRE Retreat

《BRE Retreat》 Against a perfect backdrop of a stunning sky, the BRE Retreat was a great success last week. As an important part of our agenda, the two-day retreat provided a valuable platform for colleagues to share achievements for the academic year and engage in productive discussions on key topics across partnership, teaching and research for our forward planning. In a supportive atmosphere, colleagues presented ideas and exchanged insights which made the days both fruitful and enjoyable.