• To establish a high-level technological platform to enable effective design and construction of modern building and civil engineering structures to promote sustainable infrastructure development in Hong Kong.
• To advance technological capabilities of the Hong Kong Construction Industry in design and construction of super high-rise buildings, long-span bridges and buildings of large enclosure using high-performance materials in Hong Kong and overseas.

The CNERC is dedicated to promote technological advancement and internationalization of both Hong Kong Construction Industry and Chinese Steel Construction Industry. It is actively engaged with international as well as national exchanges in research and development of steel construction.