EPD awards Sha Tin Transfer Station Third Follow-On Contract
The Environmental Protection Department (EPD) today (June 18) announced that, following an open tender process, Grandblue Canvest - Pekko Joint Venture has been awarded the Sha Tin Transfer Station Third Follow-On Contract.
"The Sha Tin Transfer Station (STTS) commenced operation in 1994 and has been in operation for over 30 years. As most of the facilities at the station have aged with significant wear and tear, modification and upgrading works are required to enhance their operational efficiency and environmental performance. The EPD plans to begin the works after the expiry of the existing operation contract this October, with phased completion targeted in about five years. During the construction period, normal services at the STTS will be maintained," an EPD spokesperson said.
The major items of the works comprise the provision and replacement of waste-handling and waste-transferring mechanical plants, upgrades to the wastewater treatment, odour control and automatic vehicle washing systems, and improvements to the building's aesthetic appearance, energy efficiency, and the surrounding environment of the STTS. Upon completion of the works, the STTS will further enhance its waste-handling efficiency and overall environmental performance.
"The works will introduce smart technology elements, including real-time monitoring and safety management systems, to enhance site safety and operational management. The new operation contract will also strengthen community promotion and liaison measures, and raise public awareness of waste management, waste reduction and recycling through guided visits," the spokesperson added.
The STTS, located at On Hing Lane, Shek Mun, Sha Tin, is one of the seven waste transfer stations in Hong Kong and serves as an important municipal solid waste (MSW) transfer facility in the New Territories East. It receives MSW mainly from Sha Tin and Ma On Shan, and partly from New Territories East and Kowloon East. The waste is compacted at the transfer station before being containerised in purpose-built containers for onward transportation to landfills or Integrated Waste Management Facilities for disposal.
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Digital Policy Office holds "AI+ Civil Services: Empowering Public Services Transformation through AI Tools" Series technology forum
The Digital Policy Office (DPO) held the first technology forum under the "AI+ Civil Services: Empowering Public Services Transformation through AI Tools" Series today (June 18) at the Hong Kong Science Park, officially starting a series of activities focused on exploring how AI tools can reshape public services. Themed "Smart Applications and Knowledge Support", the forum was held in a hybrid format and attracted over 1 000 professionals from nearly 100 government departments, as well as public and private organisations, to jointly explore the practical application of AI in transforming public services.
The Acting Commissioner for Digital Policy, Mr Daniel Cheung, said in his opening address that AI is reshaping the global technology and economic landscape at an unprecedented pace. The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government is proactively aligning with the strategic deployment under the National 15th Five-Year Plan and the national "AI+" initiative, continuously promoting AI adoption in public services to drive economic and social transformation and upgrading. He also appealed to government departments and the industry to continue working together to promote the practical applications of AI for the benefit of the public.
The forum invited multiple government departments, public organisations and technology companies to share specific applications and practical experiences on how they leverage AI tools to enhance the effectiveness of public services, engaging in in-depth exchanges and discussions. Among them, the Hong Kong Customs and Excise Department and the Water Supplies Department shared their successful experiences in applying AI tools. The Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) and the Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC) also introduced the latest developments in AI technology and related solutions. The forum also featured a number of exhibition booths showcasing the industry's latest real-world applications of AI, enabling government colleagues to gain a deeper understanding of how to innovate public services through AI.
The forum was organised by the Smart Government Innovation Lab (Smart Lab) under the DPO in collaboration with the HKSTP, the HKPC and Hong Kong Cyberport Management Company Limited. The Smart Lab has been committed to connecting the Government with the innovation and technology sector, actively fostering close partnerships between local start-ups, small and medium-sized enterprises, and government departments. Through regularly organising promotional activities and technology exchange workshops, the Smart Lab supports and assists government departments in accelerating the introduction of local advanced innovative technology products and solutions to facilitate business matching and achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
To promote the wider adoption of AI across government departments, the DPO will continue to launch various promotional activities and technology forums. Interested parties are encouraged to stay engaged and participate in the upcoming events. For more details, please visit the Smart Lab website (www.smartlab.gov.hk/en/).
Digital Policy Office holds "AI+ Civil Services: Empowering Public Services Transformation through AI Tools" Series technology forum Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Digital Policy Office holds "AI+ Civil Services: Empowering Public Services Transformation through AI Tools" Series technology forum Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Digital Policy Office holds "AI+ Civil Services: Empowering Public Services Transformation through AI Tools" Series technology forum Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
