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The CIC Launches "Centre for Future Construction"
Drive Innovation and Empower the Next Generation Workforce HONG KONG, May 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Construction Industry Council (CIC) yesterday celebrated the official opening of the "Centre for Future Construction" (CFC), marking a significant milestone in Hong Kong's construction industry development. The ceremony took place at the Hong Kong Institute of Construction - Kowloon Bay Campus, officiated by Ir Joseph LO, Head of Project Strategy and Governance Office, Development Bureau, together with Ir Prof. Thomas HO, Chairman of the CIC, Ir Albert CHENG, Executive Director of the CIC, Prof. Jack CHENG, Chairperson of Centre for Future Construction Project Steering Committee, and Mrs. LO LEE Oi-lin, Chairperson of the Hong Kong Institute of Construction Management Board, bringing over 2,000 experts, leaders, government officials, and industry professionals to support the event both online and offline and to celebrate this historic moment. Spanning over 10,000 square feet, the CFC features five interconnected zones, including the Digital Twin Hub, 4S Hub, AI Hub, Robotic Hub, and Immersive Cave. Each zone showcases advanced construction technologies such as digital twin applications, AI-powered safety solutions, robotics, and Virtual Reality (VR) / Augmented Reality (AR) immersive training tools. By fostering collaboration and providing hands-on learning opportunities, the CFC aims to equip young talents with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the evolving construction sector. The opening ceremony commenced with welcome remarks from Ir Prof. Thomas HO, Chairman of the CIC. He emphasised the importance of embracing the AI era and developing a new quality productive force. "Today marks a significant milestone in our journey to revolutionise the construction industry and prepare our future generations to embrace cutting-edge technologies," he stated. "We hope that the Centre for Future Construction will be the beacon of innovation for the construction industry in Hong Kong, guiding the way for the talents of the construction industry." Ir Joseph LO, Head of the Project Strategy and Governance Office at the Development Bureau, delivered the opening address, "The Government is fully committed to spearheading transformative changes within our industry. In this transformative journey, the CIC has always been our closest partner. The CFC will nurture our new generation and will foster a culture of professionalism for the HK construction industry. So, I call upon everyone to unite our expertise and collaborative efforts to lead our industry into a new era of future construction." Prof. Jack CHENG, Chairperson of Centre for Future Construction Project Steering Committee, introduced the CFC's mission to serve as an industry-wide collaborative and learning platform. The event featured keynote presentations from four industry pioneers, Mr. Kevin O'BRIEN, Chief Executive of Gammon Construction Limited, Mr. Alex KWAN, Chief Executive Officer, Asia of Global Infrastructure Solutions Inc., Mr. Peter LEE, Head of Commercial Business of Microsoft Hong Kong, and Mr. Raymond JIAN, Director and Partner of RoboticPlus. Their insightful sharing reveals how AI can be leveraged to explore the transformative potential of technology by thinking out of the traditional mindsets, building smarter infrastructure, and propelling industry success. Ir Albert CHENG, Executive Director of the CIC, concluded the event with closing remarks, reaffirming the CIC's commitment to fostering a digitally advanced and safe construction sector. "We anticipate that the Centre for Future Construction will attract over 24,000 visits annually. These facilities will be utilised in more than 100 of our existing courses, including master classes, advanced diplomas, diplomas, and various short-term courses, providing them with a dynamic environment to explore the future of construction," he added. The ceremony was followed by an exhibition, allowing attendees to explore the CFC's innovative facilities and how the industry can collaborate with the centre and the opportunities for training initiatives. The CFC aims to empower the workforce of tomorrow by providing hands-on training and fostering partnerships with industry leaders. By integrating advanced technologies and innovative training programmes, the CFC is poised to shape the future of the construction industry, driving productivity and safety. An Overview of the Centre for Future Construction The Centre for Future Construction is located on the 3/F of the Hong Kong Institute of Construction - Kowloon Bay Campus, covering over 10,000 square feet and divided into five zones. 4S Hub Displays Smart Site Safety System (4S) - related equipment, such as Central Management Platform, AI alert system, and offers visitors to try on the smart wearable devices, including safety helmets and smart watches. AI Hub Hosts technology-related workshops and showcases the Safety Large Language Model developed in collaboration with the industry, allowing participants to experience the latest AI applications that being used in construction projects. Digital Twin Hub Brings the concept of Building Information Modelling (BIM) to City Information Modelling (CIM) and showcases successful projects and technologies including BIM, Geographic Information System (GIS), IoTs and connectivity technologies to help the industry understand the development of smart cities. Immersive Cave Utilises Reality Capture and Mixed Reality technologies including Virtual Reality (VR) Cave and AR mobile app for interactive learning, deepening the understanding of how BIM can integrate with physical environment. Robotic Hub Features advanced construction robots, such as automated drilling robots and wall finishing robots, allowing trainees to operate and experience their efficiency and safety benefits. - End – About the Construction Industry Council The Construction Industry Council (CIC) was formed in 2007 under the Construction Industry Council Ordinance (Cap. 587). The CIC consists of a chairman and 24 members representing various sectors of the industry including employers, professionals, academics, contractors, workers, independent persons and Government officials. The main functions of the CIC are to forge consensus on long-term strategic issues, convey the industry's needs and aspirations to the Government, provide professional training and registration services, and serve as a communication channel between the Government and the construction industry. Please visit for further details. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Construction Industry Council
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3 days ago
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🚨 Chelsea name lineup for UEFA Conference League final vs Real Betis
Chelsea and Real Betis have named their lineups for tonight's UEFA Conference League final at Wroclaw Stadium in is the side Enzo Maresca has selected, with Nicolas Jackson back in, three changes to the back four, and Filip Jörgensen starting in nets. Your Chelsea. #CFC | #UECLFinal — Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) May 28, 2025 What do you think of the team? Let us know in the comments! 📸 BEN STANSALL - AFP or licensors
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4 days ago
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Mykhailo Mudryk arrives for Conference League final – to surprise of Enzo Maresca
Enzo Maresca admitted he did not know that Mykhailo Mudryk, the banned Chelsea winger, had travelled to Wroclaw for the club's Europa Conference League final against Real Betis. Mudryk spent time with Chelsea supporters in the Polish city on Tuesday and posed for pictures in a steak restaurant, having travelled separately from Maresca's team. Mudryk singing his chant with some fans in Poland! 🤣💙#CFC — ChelseaReport (@chelsreport_) May 27, 2025 Mudryk has hardly been seen in public since December, when he was provisionally suspended by the Football Association after testing positive for a banned substance. He denies knowingly breaking any rules. The 24-year-old last played for Chelsea in November, in their 2-0 Conference League victory at Heidenheim, and is believed to be eligible to receive a medal after the match against Betis. It remains unclear whether Mudryk, who cost an initial £62 million when he joined the club from Shakhtar Donetsk in 2023, will be allowed onto the pitch and the podium. The circumstances of Mudryk's appearance in Poland are also unclear, with no clarity on whether Chelsea paid for his travel or if he is staying with the team at their hotel. The Ukraine international was wearing Chelsea training kit in the city centre. Asked how pleased he was that Mudryk was able to watch the final and potentially receive a medal, Maresca was visibly confused and initially lost for words. 'To be honest, I just… I don't know,' he said. 'He is here, or he is coming? He is here? I'm happy for Misha to be here.' Meanwhile, Maresca said one of his biggest challenges this season has been to convince his players of the importance of the Conference League. Chelsea have been strong favourites since the start of Europe's third-tier competition, but Maresca has never allowed them to become complacent as they look to become the first team to win all of Uefa's major tournaments – and to secure the club's first trophy of the Todd Boehly-Clearlake Capital era. 'Probably the most complicated thing this season about the Conference League has been to convince the players that for us it was the best competition in the world,' Maresca said. 'And the reason why was because it was the competition that we were in. So every game has been difficult, especially because I needed to convince the players that we were not able to drop anything, because you can lose points against any team. 'For us it was the most important competition and we need to try to win it. If we are able to win, I think it's a good thing, especially because we continue to build the winning mentality.' Real Betis (4-2-3-1) Adrian; Sabaly, Bartra, Natan, Rodríguez; Cardoso, Fornals; Antony, Isco, Ezzalzouli; (4-2-3-1) Jorgensen; Gusto, Tosin, Colwill, Cucurella; Caicedo, Fernandez; Neto, Palmer, Madueke; Irfan Peljto (Bosnia-Herzegovina).
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Children First Canada Celebrates 10 Years of Impact and Honours 10 Iconic Champions for Children
TORONTO, May 27, 2025 /CNW/ - Children First Canada (CFC) is proud to mark its 10th anniversary by celebrating a decade of impact in advancing the rights and well-being of children, and by honouring 10 extraordinary Canadian leaders with the Champions for Children Awards. These awards recognize individuals and organizations whose leadership has significantly shaped policies, programs, and public awareness in support of Canada's 8 million children. The honourees will be celebrated at two milestone events, beginning today in Toronto (May 27 at the St. Regis Hotel) and Calgary (September 23 at the Fairmont Palliser), from 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM. These celebrations bring together champions from across business, philanthropy, healthcare, public service, and civil society. 2025 Champions for Children Award Recipients: The Hon. Rona Ambrose, Deputy Chairwoman, TD Securities Dr. Cindy Blackstock, Executive Director, First Nations Child and Family Caring Society Darren Entwistle, CEO, TELUS Mary Jo Haddad, Founding Chair of CFC, Chancellor of the University of Windsor, Corporate Director, Past President and CEO of SickKids Wes Hall, Founder, BlackNorth Initiative, Chancellor of University of Toronto Gail O'Brien, Past Chair of CFC, Trustee of SickKids, Strategic Advisor to O'Brien Institute of Public Health and One Child Every Child Alex Munter, CEO, Canadian Medical Association Kathleen Taylor, Chair of SickKids, Chancellor of York University, Past Chair of RBC Benjie Thomas, CEO, KPMG Canada Karen Young, CEO, United Way of Calgary and Area In Memoriam The Hon. Landon Pearson, O.C., "The Children's Senator" and founder of the Landon Pearson Centre for the Study of Childhood and Children's Rights "Our Champions for Children have raised their hands and taken action in the face of tremendous challenges facing Canada's kids," said Sara Austin, Founder & CEO of Children First Canada. "Together, we've made enormous progress, but our work is far from over. Canada ranks just 66th on the Kids Rights Index. We are renewing our commitment to make this the best place in the world for kids to grow up." A Decade of ImpactSince its founding in 2015, Children First Canada has become the leading national charity focused on children's rights. Through research, advocacy, and youth empowerment—including the flagship Raising Canada report—CFC has spotlighted critical threats to childhood and mobilized action. CFC has directly impacted the lives of over 8 million children through initiatives like the Young Canadians' Parliament, National Child Day, and the Being, Belonging, Becoming program. Later this year, CFC will also host the Future is NOW! Awards to honour 10 outstanding young changemakers across Canada. Join the CelebrationProceeds from the events will directly support CFC's research, advocacy, and youth-led programs. Donations made will be matched up to 50% through Rogers Birdies for Kids. For tickets and sponsorship opportunities, visit: Media Availability:Sara Austin, award recipients, and youth leaders will be available for interviews at the Toronto event on May 27. To coordinate, please contact: Andrea Chrysanthouachrysanthou@ 416-797-8194 About Children First CanadaChildren First Canada is a national charity dedicated to making Canada the best place in the world for kids to grow up. Through research, advocacy, and youth empowerment, CFC defends children's rights and equips the next generation to lead SOURCE Children First Canada View original content: Sign in to access your portfolio
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4 days ago
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Children First Canada Celebrates 10 Years of Impact and Honours 10 Iconic Champions for Children
TORONTO, May 27, 2025 /CNW/ - Children First Canada (CFC) is proud to mark its 10th anniversary by celebrating a decade of impact in advancing the rights and well-being of children, and by honouring 10 extraordinary Canadian leaders with the Champions for Children Awards. These awards recognize individuals and organizations whose leadership has significantly shaped policies, programs, and public awareness in support of Canada's 8 million children. The honourees will be celebrated at two milestone events, beginning today in Toronto (May 27 at the St. Regis Hotel) and Calgary (September 23 at the Fairmont Palliser), from 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM. These celebrations bring together champions from across business, philanthropy, healthcare, public service, and civil society. 2025 Champions for Children Award Recipients: The Hon. Rona Ambrose, Deputy Chairwoman, TD Securities Dr. Cindy Blackstock, Executive Director, First Nations Child and Family Caring Society Darren Entwistle, CEO, TELUS Mary Jo Haddad, Founding Chair of CFC, Chancellor of the University of Windsor, Corporate Director, Past President and CEO of SickKids Wes Hall, Founder, BlackNorth Initiative, Chancellor of University of Toronto Gail O'Brien, Past Chair of CFC, Trustee of SickKids, Strategic Advisor to O'Brien Institute of Public Health and One Child Every Child Alex Munter, CEO, Canadian Medical Association Kathleen Taylor, Chair of SickKids, Chancellor of York University, Past Chair of RBC Benjie Thomas, CEO, KPMG Canada Karen Young, CEO, United Way of Calgary and Area In Memoriam The Hon. Landon Pearson, O.C., "The Children's Senator" and founder of the Landon Pearson Centre for the Study of Childhood and Children's Rights "Our Champions for Children have raised their hands and taken action in the face of tremendous challenges facing Canada's kids," said Sara Austin, Founder & CEO of Children First Canada. "Together, we've made enormous progress, but our work is far from over. Canada ranks just 66th on the Kids Rights Index. We are renewing our commitment to make this the best place in the world for kids to grow up." A Decade of Impact Since its founding in 2015, Children First Canada has become the leading national charity focused on children's rights. Through research, advocacy, and youth empowerment—including the flagship Raising Canada report—CFC has spotlighted critical threats to childhood and mobilized action. CFC has directly impacted the lives of over 8 million children through initiatives like the Young Canadians' Parliament, National Child Day, and the Being, Belonging, Becoming program. Later this year, CFC will also host the Future is NOW! Awards to honour 10 outstanding young changemakers across Canada. Join the Celebration Proceeds from the events will directly support CFC's research, advocacy, and youth-led programs. Donations made will be matched up to 50% through Rogers Birdies for Kids. For tickets and sponsorship opportunities, visit: Media Availability: Sara Austin, award recipients, and youth leaders will be available for interviews at the Toronto event on May 27. To coordinate, please contact: Andrea Chrysanthou [email protected] 416-797-8194 About Children First Canada Children First Canada is a national charity dedicated to making Canada the best place in the world for kids to grow up. Through research, advocacy, and youth empowerment, CFC defends children's rights and equips the next generation to lead change.
