Works departments receive UK's Martin Barnes Awards

Hong kong government departments recognized with martin barnes awards for excellence in project delivery using nec form

The Civil Engineering and Development Department (CEDD), the Drainage Services Department (DSD) and the Highways Department (HyD) have received Martin Barnes Awards from the New Engineering Contract (NEC) Users' Group of the United Kingdom. An awards presentation ceremony was held by the Group today (June 27) to commend Hong Kong awardees for their excellence in project delivery through collaborative partnering by adopting the NEC form.

The CEDD and the DSD received the Winner Award under the Demonstrating Carbon Dioxide Reduction Initiatives towards Net-zero category and the Recognising Project Excellence and Innovation category respectively. The CEDD and the HyD also received a Runner up Award or Highly Commended Award under various award categories.

Speaking at the awards presentation ceremony, the Permanent Secretary for Development (Works), Mr Ricky Lau, congratulated the works departments on their outstanding achievements and said that the Government's wide adoption of the NEC form in public works projects over the years has enhanced the performance of project implementation.

The Development Bureau piloted the use of the NEC form in public works projects in 2009 and has expanded its application since then. As of today, more than 570 public works contracts, with a total value of over HK$380 billion, have adopted the NEC form which embraces collaborative partnering between clients and contractors, thereby enhancing project performance.

The Martin Barnes Awards are presented annually by the NEC Users' Group under the Institution of Civil Engineers of the United Kingdom to give recognition to projects, organisations and individuals around the world that have showcased excellence in project delivery through collaborative partnering. This year, over 50 entries from across the world participated in this event.

The full list of the awardees was announced in the United Kingdom on June 21 and is available on the website of the NEC Users' Group at www.neccontract.com/projects/awards.

Works departments receive UK's Martin Barnes Awards Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Works departments receive UK's Martin Barnes Awards Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Works departments receive UK's Martin Barnes Awards Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Works departments receive UK's Martin Barnes Awards Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Focus hong kong showcases vibrant film industry at bfi southbank in london with selection of hong kong films, emphasizing creativity and innovation

The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London (London ETO) has partnered with Focus Hong Kong to showcase a selection of Hong Kong films at the British Film Institute (BFI) Southbank, London, United Kingdom, June 27 to 30 (London time).

Addressing the audience before the screening of "In Broad Daylight" on June 28, the Director-General of the London ETO, Mr Gilford Law, highlighted Hong Kong's vision of developing into an East-meets-West centre for international cultural exchanges as underpinned by the National 14th Five-Year Plan.

"Hong Kong has one of the largest and most dynamic film and entertainment industries in the world. The creativity exhibited by our directors and artists in exploring diverse themes and presenting impactful stories underscores Hong Kong's open and progressive environment, making it a beacon for creativity and innovation," he said.

The Focus Hong Kong summer offerings presented four films at the BFI, namely "The Wild, Wild Rose (4K Restored Version)", "In Broad Daylight", "The Sword (2KRestored Version)" and "Winter Chants". An online Q&A session with Director Tsang Tsui-shan of "Winter Chants" will be held after the screening on June 30 (London time).

Hong Kong films shine at British Film Institute in London Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Hong Kong films shine at British Film Institute in London Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Hong Kong films shine at British Film Institute in London Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Hong Kong films shine at British Film Institute in London Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Hong Kong films shine at British Film Institute in London Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases