About Us

Introduction

Traditional surface finishing technology is a supporting sector that serves various manufacturing industries like jewelry, electronics items, eyewares, watches. With concerns about resources depletion, climate change and overall pollutions, the development of more sustainable processes is becoming crucial. Coincidentally, serious pollution, high energy consumption are the key issues commonly found from those traditional processes. These industries may find it challenging to survive under increasingly stringent of environmental regulations.

Eco-Friendly Solutions

Rapid transformation is needed to introduce eco-friendly and cost-effective technologies, addressing high pollution and energy consumption.

Academic Innovations

Advanced technologies developed in academia need public promotion for broader implementation.

International

Attendees from various countries and backgrounds, including researchers, academics and industry professionals. It will also bring together various fields to encourage interdisciplinary dialogue and innovation.

New Industrialisation

Revitalising Manufacturing with Smart, Sustainable Surface Technologies

Traditional surface technology has high energy consumption and harms the environment. The Hong Kong Government’s New Industrialisation plan places emphasis on innovative, smart technologies to enhance sustainable development. Transitioning to advanced, eco-friendly methods is vital for energy saving and environmental protection. Novel surface finishing technology plays a crucial role in new materials applications, driving innovation. This programme introduces advanced academic technologies to local manufacturing stakeholders, offering valuable insights and knowledge.

New Productive Forces

Advancing Innovation with Expert-Developed Surface Technologies

New productive forces aim to fully realise innovation’s leading role, encompassing breakthroughs in technology, new materials, and innovative manufacturing transformations. Novel surface finishing technology is key in new materials applications, playing a crucial role in innovation and technology development. This programme aims to introduce academic surface technologies, providing insights and in-depth knowledge to local manufacturing stakeholders.