CEDD and GEA Sign Agreement to Enhance Seismic and Geological Risk Management Collaboration

Civil Engineering and Development Department signs co-operation framework agreement with Guangdong Earthquake Agency

​The Civil Engineering and Development Department (CEDD) and the Guangdong Earthquake Agency (GEA) today (November 12) signed a five-year co-operation framework agreement to promote collaboration and development in seismic and geological hazard risk management technologies.

The agreement was signed by the Director of Civil Engineering and Development, Mr Michael Fong, and the Director of the GEA, Mr Yang Zhenyu. It covers the development and application of seismic and geological hazard risk management technologies, the promotion of research outcomes and the sharing of academic resources, as well as fostering professional talent development.

Mr Fong said the agreement will create more opportunities for collaboration between the two sides to develop key technologies that address geotechnical engineering challenges and strengthen seismic and geological hazard risk management. The partnership will further enhance exchanges between expert teams, accelerate the application of research outcomes, and strengthen regional capabilities in disaster prevention and mitigation.

The GEA is primarily responsible for monitoring seismic activity within Guangdong Province, conducting seismic risk assessments, and implementing disaster prevention measures. It is also committed to advancing research in seismology and new monitoring technologies.

Civil Engineering and Development Department signs co-operation framework agreement with Guangdong Earthquake Agency Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Civil Engineering and Development Department signs co-operation framework agreement with Guangdong Earthquake Agency Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

DSD deeply saddened by passing of contractor staff member

The Director of Drainage Services, Mr Ringo Mok, was deeply saddened by the passing of a staff member of its contractor in an accident that occurred at a construction site for upgrading works of existing sewerage system at Yen Chow Street in Sham Shui Po yesterday (May 27). He expressed his deepest condolences to the family of the deceased and requested the contractor to provide them with appropriate assistance.

At about 8.30am yesterday, the worker was injured during a lifting operation at the construction site. He was sent to Princess Margaret Hospital for treatment and was certified dead at about 11.30pm.

The Drainage Services Department (DSD) has requested the contractor to suspend the related works and conduct a safety check. The contractor was also instructed to carry out a thorough investigation into the cause of the accident. The DSD will also render full assistance to relevant departments in their investigations.

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