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		<title>When Music Reads Emotion: THEi Launches Centre for Music Therapy Research to Deepen Guangdong-Hong Kong Integration and Leverage AI to Fill the Healthcare Talent Gap</title>
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HONG KONG, Sept. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The fast pace of modern life and an 
aging population drive demand for mental health and non-pharmacological 
holistic wellness. In alignment with the health development priorities of the 
national 15th Five-Year Plan and the Healthy China Initiative, the 
Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi) held the 
launch ceremony for its Centre for Music Therapy Research (CMTR) at the Sky 
Concert Hall in Shenzhen on 16 September. The launch aims to address the demand 
for innovative healthcare talent while fostering Guangdong-Hong Kong 
integration.

 
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THEi Launches Centre for Music Therapy, accompanied by launch ceremony where 
key guests gathered for a group photo on stage. Group photo. From left, Ms MA 
Hui, Director of Tchaikovsky Conservatory (China) International Exchange 
Centre; Dr PANG Yan, Associate Research Professor, Shenzhen Institutes of 
Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS); Doctoral Supervisor, 
University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (UCAS); Mr YANG Pengda, Education 
Entrepreneur and Deputy Director of Centre for Music Therapy Research, THEi; 
Professor Alan LAU Kin-tak, President of THEi; Mr Paul CHONG Kin-lit, BBS, MH, 
Vice Chairman, THEi’s Board of Governors; Ms LIU Ying, Adjunct Associate 
Professor, Department of Digital Innovation and Technology, THEi and Director 
of Centre for Music Therapy Research, THEi; Mr WAN Kun, Deputy 
Director-General, Development and Reform Bureau of Futian District, Shenzhen 
Municipality; Dr CAI Yuejun, Key Laboratory of AI-Enabled Music Therapy, 
Shanghai Conservatory of Music.

The event gathered prominent leaders across government, business, higher 
education, and technology sectors, including Mr Paul CHONG Kin-lit, BBS, MH, 
Vice Chairman, THEi's Board of Governors; Professor Alan LAU Kin-tak, President 
of THEi; Ms LIU Ying,

Adjunct Associate Professor, Department of Digital Innovation and Technology, 
THEi and

Director of Centre for Music Therapy Research, THEi; Mr YANG Pengda, 
Education Entrepreneur and Deputy Director of Centre for Music Therapy 
Research, THEi;  Mr WAN Kun, Deputy Director-General, Development and Reform 
Bureau of Futian District, Shenzhen Municipality; Ms MA Hui, Director of 
Tchaikovsky Conservatory (China) International Exchange Centre; Dr CAI Yuejun, 
Key Laboratory of AI-Enabled Music Therapy, Shanghai Conservatory of Music; Dr 
PANG Yan, Associate Research Professor, Shenzhen Institutes of Advanced 
Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS); Doctoral Supervisor, University 
of Chinese Academy of Sciences (UCAS).

The event featured strategic partnership signing ceremonies and a 
cross-industry networking reception, alongside an immersive "Emotional Healing 
Show" concert performed by celebrated musicians, including winners of 'Golden 
Bell Awards' and 'Wenhua Award', as well as former members of the renowned 
Twelve Girls Band. A key highlight was the live instrumental and choral 
performance of the iconic pop songBeneath the Lion Rock, which resonated with 
the Centre's positioning of "Hong Kong's International Connectivity"—marking a 
major milestone of advancing interdisciplinary mind-body wellness in the GBA.

Empowering Big Health with Applied Sciences: Nurturing "Work-Ready" 
Professionals in the GBA

Mr Paul CHONG Kin-lit, BBS, MH, Vice Chairman, THEi's Board of Governors, 
delivered opening remarks, stating: "As an applied discipline bridging art, 
science, and medicine, music therapy plays a pivotal role in tackling mental 
stress, broader wellness demands, and specialised healthcare needs. Guided by 
our education philosophy of 'applied science and immediate application,' THEi 
drives industry-academia-research integration. By extending the reach of our 
Centre to Shenzhen, we leverage the GBA's innovative ecosystem and expanding 
demand to pair global music therapy standards with cutting-edge 
technology—building a premier hub for scientific research, practical 
application, and community service."

Professor Alan LAU Kin-tak, President of THEi, emphasised in his keynote that 
higher education must stay attuned to modern trends and national developments: 
"Music is undergoing a redefinition where sound, emotion, and AI intersect. As 
a pioneer in applied science and work-ready education, THEi sees growing demand 
in the GBA for expertise in non-pharmacological therapies, mental wellness, and 
the silver economy. By launching the Centre in Shenzhen, we fuse academic 
research with regional innovation. Through short-term and professional training 
programmes, we aim to fast-track market-ready, multidisciplinary talent 
equipped with technological, clinical, and commercial expertise to directly 
address key social needs.

Top Academic Talent Joins Forces 

The newly launched Music Therapy Research Centre is directed by Ms LIU Ying, 
Visiting Associate Professor in the Department of Digital Innovation and 
Technology at THEi. A distinguished expert in Chinese traditional music, Ms LIU 
leads the Centre's core content strategy, backed by international innovation 
expertise from Dr PANG Yan, Associate Research Professor, Shenzhen Institutes 
of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS); Doctoral Supervisor, 
University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (UCAS) and his team.

As the champion of the Guzheng category at the 9th Chinese Music 'Golden Bell 
Awards', and the exclusive recipient of the gold, silver, and bronze awards in 
this category. Ms LIU noted that the Centre maximises synergy between Hong Kong 
and Shenzhen by pairing "Hong Kong's global perspective with Shenzhen's 
development speed" to construct a regional cross-disciplinary hub. Guided by 
the vision of "medical treatment in hospitals, healing in daily life," the 
Centre uses Five-Tone theory and AI-based EEG technologies to deliver 
non-clinical wellness solutions. She stressed that with a clear focus on 
problem-solving over sheer size, the Centre will advance practical training 
programs, therapeutic products, and industry benchmarks through the integration 
of arts, science, and commercialisation.

Mr YANG Pengda, Education Entrepreneur and Deputy Director of Centre for 
Music Therapy Research, THEi, underscored his belief that "investing in 
education is a high-value commitment, not a cost," – a vision driving his 
multi-year support for THEi's research centres. Praising THEi's work-ready 
degree's programmes - which features a 100% internship placement and over 95% 
graduate employment, he noted that the Institute's programmes are tailored to 
industry needs. He emphasised that the new Centre is grounded in societal 
demand, tackling issues like sleep disorders affecting 300 million individuals 
and elder care for 320 million seniors—effectively leveraging technology and 
humanity to improve the quality of lives.

The Centre signed strategic MoUs with Key Laboratory of AI-Enabled Music 
Therapy, Shanghai Conservatory of Music and Tchaikovsky Conservatory (China) 
International Exchange Centre The partnerships will foster deep collaboration 
across music arts research, professional talent training, and international 
exchange, laying a solid artistic foundation for the Centre's ongoing 
development.

Moving ahead, the Centre will focus its efforts on four core strategic 
pillars: advancing AI-assisted music therapy research to improve personalised 
non-pharmacological treatments; exploring traditional Chinese music to unlock 
its therapeutic emotional benefits; delivering arts-based healing to support 
seniors and individuals with special needs; and integrating digital music with 
immersive technology to drive music therapy beyond traditional stages into a 
smart, holistic era of care.

Following the official launch of the Centre and its upcoming professional 
training programmes, THEi is set to reinforce its leadership in regional 
applied science education—accelerating sustainable innovation to support 
high-quality development across the GBA and nationwide.

About the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Music Technology 

The programme places a strong emphasis on cross-cultural exchange, covering 
three major professional domains: game music design, contemporary music 
composition, and film scoring. By integrating artificial intelligence and 
augmented reality/virtual reality (AR/VR) technologies into practical learning, 
the programme equips students with professional mastery in audio engineering 
and sound design, enhancing their ability to combine artistic creativity with 
technological innovation.

About Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi) 

Founded in 2012, the Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong 
Kong (THEi) is a member institute of the Vocational Training Council (VTC). 
THEi offers over 20 professional "Applied Science-Oriented" undergraduate and 
postgraduate degree programmes across seven academic areas: Product and Fashion 
Designs, Sports and International Events Management, Digital Construction and 
Building Services, Horticulture, Arboriculture and Landscape Management, 
Chinese Medicine and Food Science, Hotel Management and Culinary Arts and 
Technology, and Digital Technology and Innovative Business. The programmes 
integrate theoretical knowledge with practical applications, and cover 
industries with growth potential in Hong Kong and the Asia-Pacific region, 
ensuring that students can apply what they learn effectively.

THEi's undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes are accredited by the 
Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications. 
The curriculum emphasises the practical application of applied science, 
aligning with the latest developments in business and industry. The 
undergraduate degree programmes offer 100% work-integrated learning training to 
support students in building their career paths at an earlier stage.

THEi Chai Wan Campus was awarded the "Leadership in Sustainable Design and 
Performance Award - Institutional" of the Asia Pacific Leadership in Green 
Building Awards presented by the World Green Building Council (WorldGBC) in 
2020.

Media Contact:

Ms Janice Lam 
Tel: (852) 3890 8227 / (852) 9718 0817
Email: janicelam@thei.edu.hk <mailto:janicelam@thei.edu.hk> / media@thei.edu.hk
 <mailto:media@thei.edu.hk>

Ms  Rainbow Chiu 
Tel: (852) 3890 8520
Email: rainbowh@thei.edu.hk <mailto:rainbowh@thei.edu.hk>  / media@thei.edu.hk 
<mailto:media@thei.edu.hk>

 
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Centre for Music Therapy Research (CMTR), THEi located in Shenzhen, will 
strongly address the demand for innovative healthcare talent under the "Healthy 
China" national strategy.

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<p><span class="legendSpanClass">HONG KONG</span>, <span class="legendSpanClass">Sept. 22, 2026</span> /PRNewswire/ -- The fast pace of modern life and an aging population drive demand for mental health and non-pharmacological holistic wellness. In alignment with the health development priorities of the national 15th Five-Year Plan and the Healthy China Initiative, the Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi) held the launch ceremony for its Centre for Music Therapy Research (CMTR) at the Sky Concert Hall in Shenzhen on 16 September. The launch aims to address the demand for innovative healthcare talent while fostering Guangdong-Hong Kong integration.</p> 
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Group photo. From left,  Ms MA Hui, Director of Tchaikovsky Conservatory (China) International Exchange Centre; Dr PANG Yan, Associate Research Professor, Shenzhen Institutes of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS); Doctoral Supervisor, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (UCAS); Mr YANG Pengda, Education Entrepreneur and Deputy Director of Centre for Music Therapy Research, THEi; Professor Alan LAU Kin-tak, President of THEi; Mr Paul CHONG Kin-lit, BBS, MH, Vice Chairman, THEi’s Board of Governors;  Ms LIU Ying, Adjunct Associate Professor, Department of Digital Innovation and Technology, THEi and Director of Centre for Music Therapy Research, THEi; Mr WAN Kun, Deputy Director-General, Development and Reform Bureau of Futian District, Shenzhen Municipality; Dr CAI Yuejun, Key Laboratory of AI-Enabled Music Therapy, Shanghai Conservatory of Music." alt="THEi Launches Centre for Music Therapy, accompanied by launch ceremony where key guests gathered for a group photo on stage. 

Group photo. From left,  Ms MA Hui, Director of Tchaikovsky Conservatory (China) International Exchange Centre; Dr PANG Yan, Associate Research Professor, Shenzhen Institutes of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS); Doctoral Supervisor, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (UCAS); Mr YANG Pengda, Education Entrepreneur and Deputy Director of Centre for Music Therapy Research, THEi; Professor Alan LAU Kin-tak, President of THEi; Mr Paul CHONG Kin-lit, BBS, MH, Vice Chairman, THEi’s Board of Governors;  Ms LIU Ying, Adjunct Associate Professor, Department of Digital Innovation and Technology, THEi and Director of Centre for Music Therapy Research, THEi; Mr WAN Kun, Deputy Director-General, Development and Reform Bureau of Futian District, Shenzhen Municipality; Dr CAI Yuejun, Key Laboratory of AI-Enabled Music Therapy, Shanghai Conservatory of Music." /></a><br /><span>THEi Launches Centre for Music Therapy, accompanied by launch ceremony where key guests gathered for a group photo on stage. Group photo. From left, Ms MA Hui, Director of Tchaikovsky Conservatory (China) International Exchange Centre; Dr PANG Yan, Associate Research Professor, Shenzhen Institutes of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS); Doctoral Supervisor, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (UCAS); Mr YANG Pengda, Education Entrepreneur and Deputy Director of Centre for Music Therapy Research, THEi; Professor Alan LAU Kin-tak, President of THEi; Mr Paul CHONG Kin-lit, BBS, MH, Vice Chairman, THEi’s Board of Governors; Ms LIU Ying, Adjunct Associate Professor, Department of Digital Innovation and Technology, THEi and Director of Centre for Music Therapy Research, THEi; Mr WAN Kun, Deputy Director-General, Development and Reform Bureau of Futian District, Shenzhen Municipality; Dr CAI Yuejun, Key Laboratory of AI-Enabled Music Therapy, Shanghai Conservatory of Music.</span></p> 
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<p>The event gathered prominent leaders across government, business, higher education, and technology sectors, including Mr Paul CHONG Kin-lit, BBS, MH, Vice Chairman, THEi's Board of Governors; Professor Alan LAU Kin-tak, President of THEi; Ms LIU Ying,</p> 
<p>Adjunct Associate Professor, Department of Digital Innovation and Technology, THEi and</p> 
<p>Director of Centre for Music Therapy Research, THEi; Mr YANG Pengda, Education Entrepreneur and Deputy Director of Centre for Music Therapy Research, THEi;&nbsp; Mr WAN Kun, Deputy Director-General, Development and Reform Bureau of Futian District, Shenzhen Municipality; Ms MA Hui, Director of Tchaikovsky Conservatory (China) International Exchange Centre; Dr CAI Yuejun, Key Laboratory of AI-Enabled Music Therapy, Shanghai Conservatory of Music; Dr PANG Yan, Associate Research Professor, Shenzhen Institutes of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS); Doctoral Supervisor, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (UCAS).</p> 
<p>The event featured strategic partnership signing ceremonies and a cross-industry networking reception, alongside an immersive &quot;Emotional Healing Show&quot; concert performed by celebrated musicians, including winners of 'Golden Bell Awards' and 'Wenhua Award', as well as former members of the renowned Twelve Girls Band. A key highlight was the live instrumental and choral performance of the iconic pop song <i>Beneath the Lion Rock</i>, which resonated with the Centre's positioning of &quot;Hong Kong's International Connectivity&quot;—marking a major milestone of advancing interdisciplinary mind-body wellness in the GBA.</p> 
<p><b>Empowering Big Health with Applied Sciences: Nurturing &quot;Work-Ready&quot; Professionals in the GBA</b></p> 
<p>Mr Paul CHONG Kin-lit, BBS, MH, Vice Chairman, THEi's Board of Governors, delivered opening remarks, stating: &quot;As an applied discipline bridging art, science, and medicine, music therapy plays a pivotal role in tackling mental stress, broader wellness demands, and specialised healthcare needs.&nbsp;Guided by our education philosophy of 'applied science and immediate application,' THEi drives industry-academia-research integration. By extending the reach of our Centre to Shenzhen, we leverage the GBA's innovative ecosystem and expanding demand to pair global music therapy standards with cutting-edge technology—building a premier hub for scientific research, practical application, and community service.&quot;</p> 
<p>Professor Alan LAU Kin-tak, President of THEi, emphasised in his keynote that higher education must stay attuned to modern trends and national developments: &quot;Music is undergoing a redefinition where sound, emotion, and AI intersect. As a pioneer in applied science and work-ready education, THEi sees growing demand in the GBA for expertise in non-pharmacological therapies, mental wellness, and the silver economy. By launching the Centre in Shenzhen, we fuse academic research with regional innovation. Through short-term and professional training programmes, we aim to fast-track market-ready, multidisciplinary talent equipped with technological, clinical, and commercial expertise to directly address key social needs.</p> 
<p><b>Top Academic Talent Joins Forces </b></p> 
<p>The newly launched Music Therapy Research Centre is directed by Ms LIU Ying, Visiting Associate Professor in the Department of Digital Innovation and Technology at THEi. A distinguished expert in Chinese traditional music, Ms LIU leads the Centre's core content strategy, backed by international innovation expertise from&nbsp;Dr PANG Yan, Associate Research Professor, Shenzhen Institutes of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS); Doctoral Supervisor, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (UCAS) and his team.</p> 
<p>As the champion of the Guzheng category at the 9th Chinese Music 'Golden Bell Awards', and the exclusive recipient of the gold, silver, and bronze awards in this category.&nbsp;Ms LIU noted that the Centre maximises synergy between Hong Kong and Shenzhen by pairing &quot;Hong Kong's global perspective with Shenzhen's development speed&quot; to construct a regional cross-disciplinary hub. Guided by the vision of &quot;medical treatment in hospitals, healing in daily life,&quot; the Centre uses Five-Tone theory and AI-based EEG technologies to deliver non-clinical wellness solutions. She stressed that with a clear focus on problem-solving over sheer size, the Centre will advance practical training programs, therapeutic products, and industry benchmarks through the integration of arts, science, and commercialisation.</p> 
<p>Mr YANG Pengda, Education Entrepreneur and Deputy Director of Centre for Music Therapy Research, THEi, underscored his belief that &quot;investing in education is a high-value commitment, not a cost,&quot; – a vision driving his multi-year support for THEi's research centres. Praising THEi's work-ready degree's programmes - which features a 100% internship placement and over 95% graduate employment, he noted that the Institute's programmes are tailored to industry needs. He emphasised that the new Centre is grounded in societal demand, tackling issues like sleep disorders affecting 300 million individuals and elder care for 320 million seniors—effectively leveraging technology and humanity to improve the quality of lives.</p> 
<p>The Centre signed strategic MoUs with Key Laboratory of AI-Enabled Music Therapy, Shanghai Conservatory of Music and Tchaikovsky Conservatory (China) International Exchange Centre&nbsp;The partnerships will foster deep collaboration across music arts research, professional talent training, and international exchange, laying a solid artistic foundation for the Centre's ongoing development.</p> 
<p>Moving ahead, the Centre will focus its efforts on four core strategic pillars: advancing AI-assisted music therapy research to improve personalised non-pharmacological treatments; exploring traditional Chinese music to unlock its therapeutic emotional benefits; delivering arts-based healing to support seniors and individuals with special needs; and integrating digital music with immersive technology to drive music therapy beyond traditional stages into a smart, holistic era of care.</p> 
<p>Following the official launch of the Centre and its upcoming professional training programmes, THEi is set to reinforce its leadership in regional applied science education—accelerating sustainable innovation to support high-quality development across the GBA and nationwide.</p> 
<p><b>About the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Music Technology </b></p> 
<p>The programme places a strong emphasis on cross-cultural exchange, covering three major professional domains: game music design, contemporary music composition, and film scoring. By integrating artificial intelligence and augmented reality/virtual reality (AR/VR) technologies into practical learning, the programme equips students with professional mastery in audio engineering and sound design, enhancing their ability to combine artistic creativity with technological innovation.</p> 
<p><b>About Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi)&nbsp;</b></p> 
<p>Founded in 2012, the Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi) is a member institute of the Vocational Training Council (VTC). THEi offers over 20 professional &quot;Applied Science-Oriented&quot; undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes across seven academic areas: Product and Fashion Designs, Sports and International Events Management, Digital Construction and Building Services, Horticulture, Arboriculture and Landscape Management, Chinese Medicine and Food Science, Hotel Management and Culinary Arts and Technology, and Digital Technology and Innovative Business. The programmes integrate theoretical knowledge with practical applications, and cover industries with growth potential in Hong Kong and the Asia-Pacific region, ensuring that students can apply what they learn effectively.</p> 
<p>THEi's undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes are accredited by the Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications. The curriculum emphasises the practical application of applied science, aligning with the latest developments in business and industry. The undergraduate degree programmes offer 100% work-integrated learning training to support students in building their career paths at an earlier stage.</p> 
<p>THEi Chai Wan Campus was awarded the &quot;Leadership in Sustainable Design and Performance Award - Institutional&quot; of the Asia Pacific Leadership in Green Building Awards presented by the World Green Building Council (WorldGBC) in 2020.</p> 
<p><span id="spanHghlt5ef7">Media Contact:</span></p> 
<p>Ms Janice Lam&nbsp;<br />Tel: (852) 3890 8227 / (852) 9718 0817<br />Email: <a href="mailto:janicelam@thei.edu.hk" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">janicelam@thei.edu.hk</a> / <a href="mailto:media@thei.edu.hk" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">media@thei.edu.hk</a></p> 
<p>Ms &nbsp;Rainbow Chiu&nbsp;<br />Tel: (852) 3890 8520<br />Email: <a href="mailto:rainbowh@thei.edu.hk" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">rainbowh@thei.edu.hk</a> &nbsp;/ <a href="mailto:media@thei.edu.hk" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">media@thei.edu.hk</a></p> 
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		<title>When Music Reads Emotion: THEi Launches Centre for Music Therapy Research to Deepen Guangdong-Hong Kong Integration and Leverage AI to Fill the Healthcare Talent Gap</title>
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HONG KONG, Sept. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The fast pace of modern life and an 
aging population drive demand for mental health and non-pharmacological 
holistic wellness. In alignment with the health development priorities of the 
national 15th Five-Year Plan and the Healthy China Initiative, the 
Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi) held the 
launch ceremony for its Centre for Music Therapy Research (CMTR) at the Sky 
Concert Hall in Shenzhen on 16 September. The launch aims to address the demand 
for innovative healthcare talent while fostering Guangdong-Hong Kong 
integration.

 
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THEi Launches Centre for Music Therapy, accompanied by launch ceremony where 
key guests gathered for a group photo on stage. Group photo. From left, Ms MA 
Hui, Director of Tchaikovsky Conservatory (China) International Exchange 
Centre; Dr PANG Yan, Associate Research Professor, Shenzhen Institutes of 
Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS); Doctoral Supervisor, 
University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (UCAS); Mr YANG Pengda, Education 
Entrepreneur and Deputy Director of Centre for Music Therapy Research, THEi; 
Professor Alan LAU Kin-tak, President of THEi; Mr Paul CHONG Kin-lit, BBS, MH, 
Vice Chairman, THEi’s Board of Governors; Ms LIU Ying, Adjunct Associate 
Professor, Department of Digital Innovation and Technology, THEi and Director 
of Centre for Music Therapy Research, THEi; Mr WAN Kun, Deputy 
Director-General, Development and Reform Bureau of Futian District, Shenzhen 
Municipality; Dr CAI Yuejun, Key Laboratory of AI-Enabled Music Therapy, 
Shanghai Conservatory of Music.

The event gathered prominent leaders across government, business, higher 
education, and technology sectors, including Mr Paul CHONG Kin-lit, BBS, MH, 
Vice Chairman, THEi's Board of Governors; Professor Alan LAU Kin-tak, President 
of THEi; Ms LIU Ying, Adjunct Associate Professor, Department of Digital 
Innovation and Technology, THEi and Director of Centre for Music Therapy 
Research, THEi; Mr YANG Pengda, Education Entrepreneur and Deputy Director of 
Centre for Music Therapy Research, THEi;  Mr WAN Kun, Deputy Director-General, 
Development and Reform Bureau of Futian District, Shenzhen Municipality; Ms MA 
Hui, Director of Tchaikovsky Conservatory (China) International Exchange 
Centre; Dr CAI Yuejun, Key Laboratory of AI-Enabled Music Therapy, Shanghai 
Conservatory of Music; Dr PANG Yan, Associate Research Professor, Shenzhen 
Institutes of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS); Doctoral 
Supervisor, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (UCAS).

The event featured strategic partnership signing ceremonies and a 
cross-industry networking reception, alongside an immersive "Emotional Healing 
Show" concert performed by celebrated musicians, including winners of 'Golden 
Bell Awards' and 'Wenhua Award', as well as former members of the renowned 
Twelve Girls Band. A key highlight was the live instrumental and choral 
performance of the iconic pop songBeneath the Lion Rock, which resonated with 
the Centre's positioning of "Hong Kong's International Connectivity"—marking a 
major milestone of advancing interdisciplinary mind-body wellness in the GBA.

Empowering Big Health with Applied Sciences: Nurturing "Work-Ready" 
Professionals in the GBA

Mr Paul CHONG Kin-lit, BBS, MH, Vice Chairman, THEi's Board of Governors, 
delivered opening remarks, stating: "As an applied discipline bridging art, 
science, and medicine, music therapy plays a pivotal role in tackling mental 
stress, broader wellness demands, and specialised healthcare needs. Guided by 
our education philosophy of 'applied science and immediate application,' THEi 
drives industry-academia-research integration. By extending the reach of our 
Centre to Shenzhen, we leverage the GBA's innovative ecosystem and expanding 
demand to pair global music therapy standards with cutting-edge 
technology—building a premier hub for scientific research, practical 
application, and community service."

Professor Alan LAU Kin-tak, President of THEi, emphasised in his keynote that 
higher education must stay attuned to modern trends and national developments: 
"Music is undergoing a redefinition where sound, emotion, and AI intersect. As 
a pioneer in applied science and work-ready education, THEi sees growing demand 
in the GBA for expertise in non-pharmacological therapies, mental wellness, and 
the silver economy. By launching the Centre in Shenzhen, we fuse academic 
research with regional innovation. Through short-term and professional training 
programmes, we aim to fast-track market-ready, multidisciplinary talent 
equipped with technological, clinical, and commercial expertise to directly 
address key social needs.

Top Academic Talent Joins Forces 

The newly launched Music Therapy Research Centre is directed by Ms LIU Ying, 
Visiting Associate Professor in the Department of Digital Innovation and 
Technology at THEi. A distinguished expert in Chinese traditional music, Ms LIU 
leads the Centre's core content strategy, backed by international innovation 
expertise from Dr PANG Yan, Associate Research Professor, Shenzhen Institutes 
of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS); Doctoral Supervisor, 
University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (UCAS) and his team.

As the champion of the Guzheng category at the 9th Chinese Music 'Golden Bell 
Awards', and the exclusive recipient of the gold, silver, and bronze awards in 
this category. Ms LIU noted that the Centre maximises synergy between Hong Kong 
and Shenzhen by pairing "Hong Kong's global perspective with Shenzhen's 
development speed" to construct a regional cross-disciplinary hub. Guided by 
the vision of "medical treatment in hospitals, healing in daily life," the 
Centre uses Five-Tone theory and AI-based EEG technologies to deliver 
non-clinical wellness solutions. She stressed that with a clear focus on 
problem-solving over sheer size, the Centre will advance practical training 
programs, therapeutic products, and industry benchmarks through the integration 
of arts, science, and commercialisation.

Mr YANG Pengda, Education Entrepreneur and Deputy Director of Centre for 
Music Therapy Research, THEi, underscored his belief that "investing in 
education is a high-value commitment, not a cost," – a vision driving his 
multi-year support for THEi's research centres. Praising THEi's work-ready 
degree's programmes - which features a 100% internship placement and over 95% 
graduate employment, he noted that the Institute's programmes are tailored to 
industry needs. He emphasised that the new Centre is grounded in societal 
demand, tackling issues like sleep disorders affecting 300 million individuals 
and elder care for 320 million seniors—effectively leveraging technology and 
humanity to improve the quality of lives.

The Centre signed strategic MoUs with Key Laboratory of AI-Enabled Music 
Therapy, Shanghai Conservatory of Music and Tchaikovsky Conservatory (China) 
International Exchange Centre The partnerships will foster deep collaboration 
across music arts research, professional talent training, and international 
exchange, laying a solid artistic foundation for the Centre's ongoing 
development.

Moving ahead, the Centre will focus its efforts on four core strategic 
pillars: advancing AI-assisted music therapy research to improve personalised 
non-pharmacological treatments; exploring traditional Chinese music to unlock 
its therapeutic emotional benefits; delivering arts-based healing to support 
seniors and individuals with special needs; and integrating digital music with 
immersive technology to drive music therapy beyond traditional stages into a 
smart, holistic era of care.

Following the official launch of the Centre and its upcoming professional 
training programmes, THEi is set to reinforce its leadership in regional 
applied science education—accelerating sustainable innovation to support 
high-quality development across the GBA and nationwide.

About the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Music Technology 

The programme places a strong emphasis on cross-cultural exchange, covering 
three major professional domains: game music design, contemporary music 
composition, and film scoring. By integrating artificial intelligence and 
augmented reality/virtual reality (AR/VR) technologies into practical learning, 
the programme equips students with professional mastery in audio engineering 
and sound design, enhancing their ability to combine artistic creativity with 
technological innovation.

About Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi) 

Founded in 2012, the Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong 
Kong (THEi) is a member institute of the Vocational Training Council (VTC). 
THEi offers over 20 professional "Applied Science-Oriented" undergraduate and 
postgraduate degree programmes across seven academic areas: Product and Fashion 
Designs, Sports and International Events Management, Digital Construction and 
Building Services, Horticulture, Arboriculture and Landscape Management, 
Chinese Medicine and Food Science, Hotel Management and Culinary Arts and 
Technology, and Digital Technology and Innovative Business. The programmes 
integrate theoretical knowledge with practical applications, and cover 
industries with growth potential in Hong Kong and the Asia-Pacific region, 
ensuring that students can apply what they learn effectively.

THEi's undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes are accredited by the 
Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications. 
The curriculum emphasises the practical application of applied science, 
aligning with the latest developments in business and industry. The 
undergraduate degree programmes offer 100% work-integrated learning training to 
support students in building their career paths at an earlier stage.

THEi Chai Wan Campus was awarded the "Leadership in Sustainable Design and 
Performance Award - Institutional" of the Asia Pacific Leadership in Green 
Building Awards presented by the World Green Building Council (WorldGBC) in 
2020.

Media Contact:

Ms Janice Lam 
Tel: (852) 3890 8227 / (852) 9718 0817
Email: janicelam@thei.edu.hk <mailto:janicelam@thei.edu.hk> / media@thei.edu.hk
 <mailto:media@thei.edu.hk>

Ms  Rainbow Chiu 
Tel: (852) 3890 8520
Email: rainbowh@thei.edu.hk <mailto:rainbowh@thei.edu.hk>  / media@thei.edu.hk 
<mailto:media@thei.edu.hk>

 
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Centre for Music Therapy Research (CMTR), THEi located in Shenzhen, will 
strongly address the demand for innovative healthcare talent under the "Healthy 
China" national strategy.

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<p><span class="legendSpanClass">HONG KONG</span>, <span class="legendSpanClass">Sept. 21, 2026</span> /PRNewswire/ -- The fast pace of modern life and an aging population drive demand for mental health and non-pharmacological holistic wellness. In alignment with the health development priorities of the national 15th Five-Year Plan and the Healthy China Initiative, the Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi) held the launch ceremony for its Centre for Music Therapy Research (CMTR) at the Sky Concert Hall in Shenzhen on 16 September. The launch aims to address the demand for innovative healthcare talent while fostering Guangdong-Hong Kong integration.</p> 
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</div> 
<p>The event gathered prominent leaders across government, business, higher education, and technology sectors, including Mr Paul CHONG Kin-lit, BBS, MH, Vice Chairman, THEi's Board of Governors; Professor Alan LAU Kin-tak, President of THEi; Ms LIU Ying,&nbsp;Adjunct Associate Professor, Department of Digital Innovation and Technology, THEi and&nbsp;Director of Centre for Music Therapy Research, THEi; Mr YANG Pengda, Education Entrepreneur and Deputy Director of Centre for Music Therapy Research, THEi;&nbsp; Mr WAN Kun, Deputy Director-General, Development and Reform Bureau of Futian District, Shenzhen Municipality; Ms MA Hui, Director of Tchaikovsky Conservatory (China) International Exchange Centre; Dr CAI Yuejun, Key Laboratory of AI-Enabled Music Therapy, Shanghai Conservatory of Music; Dr PANG Yan, Associate Research Professor, Shenzhen Institutes of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS); Doctoral Supervisor, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (UCAS).</p> 
<p>The event featured strategic partnership signing ceremonies and a cross-industry networking reception, alongside an immersive &quot;Emotional Healing Show&quot; concert performed by celebrated musicians, including winners of 'Golden Bell Awards' and 'Wenhua Award', as well as former members of the renowned Twelve Girls Band. A key highlight was the live instrumental and choral performance of the iconic pop song <i>Beneath the Lion Rock</i>, which resonated with the Centre's positioning of &quot;Hong Kong's International Connectivity&quot;—marking a major milestone of advancing interdisciplinary mind-body wellness in the GBA.</p> 
<p><b>Empowering Big Health with Applied Sciences: Nurturing &quot;Work-Ready&quot; Professionals in the GBA</b></p> 
<p>Mr Paul CHONG Kin-lit, BBS, MH, Vice Chairman, THEi's Board of Governors, delivered opening remarks, stating: &quot;As an applied discipline bridging art, science, and medicine, music therapy plays a pivotal role in tackling mental stress, broader wellness demands, and specialised healthcare needs. Guided by our education philosophy of 'applied science and immediate application,' THEi drives industry-academia-research integration. By extending the reach of our Centre to Shenzhen, we leverage the GBA's innovative ecosystem and expanding demand to pair global music therapy standards with cutting-edge technology—building a premier hub for scientific research, practical application, and community service.&quot;</p> 
<p>Professor Alan LAU Kin-tak, President of THEi, emphasised in his keynote that higher education must stay attuned to modern trends and national developments: &quot;Music is undergoing a redefinition where sound, emotion, and AI intersect. As a pioneer in applied science and work-ready education, THEi sees growing demand in the GBA for expertise in non-pharmacological therapies, mental wellness, and the silver economy. By launching the Centre in Shenzhen, we fuse academic research with regional innovation. Through short-term and professional training programmes, we aim to fast-track market-ready, multidisciplinary talent equipped with technological, clinical, and commercial expertise to directly address key social needs.</p> 
<p><b>Top Academic Talent Joins Forces </b></p> 
<p>The newly launched Music Therapy Research Centre is directed by Ms LIU Ying, Visiting Associate Professor in the Department of Digital Innovation and Technology at THEi. A distinguished expert in Chinese traditional music, Ms LIU leads the Centre's core content strategy, backed by international innovation expertise from Dr PANG Yan, Associate Research Professor, Shenzhen Institutes of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS); Doctoral Supervisor, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (UCAS) and his team.</p> 
<p>As the champion of the Guzheng category at the 9th Chinese Music 'Golden Bell Awards', and the exclusive recipient of the gold, silver, and bronze awards in this category. Ms LIU noted that the Centre maximises synergy between Hong Kong and Shenzhen by pairing &quot;Hong Kong's global perspective with Shenzhen's development speed&quot; to construct a regional cross-disciplinary hub. Guided by the vision of &quot;medical treatment in hospitals, healing in daily life,&quot; the Centre uses Five-Tone theory and AI-based EEG technologies to deliver non-clinical wellness solutions. She stressed that with a clear focus on problem-solving over sheer size, the Centre will advance practical training programs, therapeutic products, and industry benchmarks through the integration of arts, science, and commercialisation.</p> 
<p>Mr YANG Pengda, Education Entrepreneur and Deputy Director of Centre for Music Therapy Research, THEi, underscored his belief that &quot;investing in education is a high-value commitment, not a cost,&quot; – a vision driving his multi-year support for THEi's research centres. Praising THEi's work-ready degree's programmes - which features a 100% internship placement and over 95% graduate employment, he noted that the Institute's programmes are tailored to industry needs. He emphasised that the new Centre is grounded in societal demand, tackling issues like sleep disorders affecting 300 million individuals and elder care for 320 million seniors—effectively leveraging technology and humanity to improve the quality of lives.</p> 
<p>The Centre signed strategic MoUs with Key Laboratory of AI-Enabled Music Therapy, Shanghai Conservatory of Music and Tchaikovsky Conservatory (China) International Exchange Centre The partnerships will foster deep collaboration across music arts research, professional talent training, and international exchange, laying a solid artistic foundation for the Centre's ongoing development.</p> 
<p>Moving ahead, the Centre will focus its efforts on four core strategic pillars: advancing AI-assisted music therapy research to improve personalised non-pharmacological treatments; exploring traditional Chinese music to unlock its therapeutic emotional benefits; delivering arts-based healing to support seniors and individuals with special needs; and integrating digital music with immersive technology to drive music therapy beyond traditional stages into a smart, holistic era of care.</p> 
<p>Following the official launch of the Centre and its upcoming professional training programmes, THEi is set to reinforce its leadership in regional applied science education—accelerating sustainable innovation to support high-quality development across the GBA and nationwide.</p> 
<p><b>About the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Music Technology </b></p> 
<p>The programme places a strong emphasis on cross-cultural exchange, covering three major professional domains: game music design, contemporary music composition, and film scoring. By integrating artificial intelligence and augmented reality/virtual reality (AR/VR) technologies into practical learning, the programme equips students with professional mastery in audio engineering and sound design, enhancing their ability to combine artistic creativity with technological innovation.</p> 
<p><b>About Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi)</b>&nbsp;</p> 
<p>Founded in 2012, the Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi) is a member institute of the Vocational Training Council (VTC). THEi offers over 20 professional &quot;Applied Science-Oriented&quot; undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes across seven academic areas: Product and Fashion Designs, Sports and International Events Management, Digital Construction and Building Services, Horticulture, Arboriculture and Landscape Management, Chinese Medicine and Food Science, Hotel Management and Culinary Arts and Technology, and Digital Technology and Innovative Business. The programmes integrate theoretical knowledge with practical applications, and cover industries with growth potential in Hong Kong and the Asia-Pacific region, ensuring that students can apply what they learn effectively.</p> 
<p>THEi's undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes are accredited by the Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications. The curriculum emphasises the practical application of applied science, aligning with the latest developments in business and industry. The undergraduate degree programmes offer 100% work-integrated learning training to support students in building their career paths at an earlier stage.</p> 
<p>THEi Chai Wan Campus was awarded the &quot;Leadership in Sustainable Design and Performance Award - Institutional&quot; of the Asia Pacific Leadership in Green Building Awards presented by the World Green Building Council (WorldGBC) in 2020.</p> 
<p><span id="spanHghlt5ef7">Media Contact:</span></p> 
<p>Ms Janice Lam&nbsp;<br />Tel: (852) 3890 8227 / (852) 9718 0817<br />Email: <a href="mailto:janicelam@thei.edu.hk" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">janicelam@thei.edu.hk</a> / <a href="mailto:media@thei.edu.hk" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">media@thei.edu.hk</a></p> 
<p>Ms &nbsp;Rainbow Chiu&nbsp;<br />Tel: (852) 3890 8520<br />Email: <a href="mailto:rainbowh@thei.edu.hk" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">rainbowh@thei.edu.hk</a> &nbsp;/ <a href="mailto:media@thei.edu.hk" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">media@thei.edu.hk</a></p> 
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		<title>THEi Debuts "Hong Kong's First Five-Year Plan" Team Badge, designing Ties and Scarves for CE and His Team in "Policy Address" for Second Year</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[HONG KONG, Sept. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Technological and Higher 
Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi) has been invited by the HKSAR 
Government to create a team badge symbolising the significance of the "Hong 
Kong's First Five-Year Plan." For the second consecutive year, THEi has 
designed the ties and scarves collection for the Chief Executive, Mr John LEE 
Ka-chiu, and his team to wear during the delivery of the "2026 Policy Address."

 
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A team of teachers and students from the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Fashion 
Design programme at THEi creates the “Hong Kong’s First Five-Year Plan” team 
badge, designing ties and scarves for CE and his team in “Policy Address” for 
second year. Design team members from the left: Mr Michael CHAN Tsz-him; Ms 
Rainbow LEE Chui-shan; Ms Janet CHAN Mei-hang; and Ms Karen CHEUNG Kit-man. 
Second right: Ms Jenny CHEUNG Ling, Assistant Professor of the Department of 
Design and Architecture at THEi.

A team of teachers and students from the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in 
Fashion Design programme at THEi has created a team badge for the "Hong Kong's 
First Five-Year Plan," featuring a blue theme integrated with the Chinese 
characters "一" (One) and "五" (Five). Two overlapping squares symbolise Hong 
Kong's ability to bring together diverse talent and resources to deepen 
high-quality development—leveraging its unique advantages of strong support 
from the Motherland and close global connectivity—shining brightly on the 
international stage as it enters a new five-year chapter of prosperity.

To mark the simultaneous publication of the "2026 Policy Address," THEi has 
extended the design essence of the team badge to craft the collection of ties 
and scarves, named "Convergence Radiance" (萬薈凝光) and "Voyage of Talents" (啟航薈萃) 
respectively. The collection retains fresh green hue, symbolising vitality and 
prosperity, while embodying talent, innovation, technology, and global 
connectivity. With the Northern Metropolis as its core theme, the collection 
symbolises a new milestone for international innovation and technology. The 
vibrant hub unites diverse talents like interlocking precision gears, where the 
convergence of technology, finance, and culture unleashes a powerful 
synergistic effect. This synergy serves as an incessant engine, driving 
sustainable prosperity and propelling the inspiration to move forward. 

Professor Alan LAU Kin-tak, President of THEi, said: "Being invited to take 
part in this iconic official design task for two consecutive years not only 
highly recognises THEi's academic strength, but also helps bring new talent to 
the fashion industry. Through collaboration among the Government, industry, 
academia and research, students can transform their design concepts into 
tangible creations, injecting innovation and technologies into the market, and 
providing long-term momentum for Hong Kong's fashion industry."

Professor LAU emphasised: "Guided by our mission to promote university of 
applied sciences, we closely align with practical experience and adaptability. 
We are committed to cultivating talent with immediate work-ready capabilities, 
ensuring our graduates can stand firm in the ever-changing fashion landscape."

Ms Jenny CHEUNG Ling, Assistant Professor of the Department of Design and 
Architecture at THEi, added: "This year's creation builds on the success of 
last year and draws on strong support from the industry, turning two key 
visions behind the Northern Metropolis' forward-looking education plans—and its 
drive to attract global elite talent—into a piece of superior craftsmanship. It 
not only highlights THEi's remarkable practice-oriented education achievements, 
but also strongly attests to the professional skills of its students in 
delivering high-quality, challenging, top-level projects."

Press Release
Download high-res photo here: https://bit.ly/4xGRSs1 <https://bit.ly/4xGRSs1>

About the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Fashion Design

The programme aims to develop students' international perspectives and market 
awareness, enhancing their hands-on capabilities in product design, innovation 
research and development, and fashion management. In response to the latest 
industry trends, the curriculum offers specialised tracks in both fashion 
design and fashion management, including courses such as fashion accessories 
design, knitwear design, specialised fashion design, fashion retail, and 
fashion communication. This broadens students' employment opportunities and 
helps them stand out in the fast-growing global and Chinese Mainland fashion 
markets.

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About the Programme

About Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi) 

Founded in 2012, the Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong 
Kong (THEi) is a member institute of the Vocational Training Council (VTC). 
THEi offers over 20 professional "Applied Science-Oriented" undergraduate and 
postgraduate degree programmes across seven academic areas: Product and Fashion 
Designs, Sports and International Events Management, Digital Construction and 
Building Services, Horticulture, Arboriculture and Landscape Management, 
Chinese Medicine and Food Science, Hotel Management and Culinary Arts and 
Technology, and Digital Technology and Innovative Business. The programmes 
integrate theoretical knowledge with practical applications, and cover 
industries with growth potential in Hong Kong and the Asia-Pacific region, 
ensuring that students can apply what they learn effectively.

THEi's undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes are accredited by the 
Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications. 
The curriculum emphasises the practical application of applied science, 
aligning with the latest developments in business and industry. The 
undergraduate degree programmes offer 100% work-integrated learning training to 
support students in building their career paths at an earlier stage.

THEi Chai Wan Campus was awarded the "Leadership in Sustainable Design and 
Performance Award - Institutional" of the Asia Pacific Leadership in Green 
Building Awards presented by the World Green Building Council (WorldGBC) in 
2020.

Contact:

Ms Tiffany Lee 利善雯 女士
Tel: (852) 3890 8083
Email: tiffanylee@thei.edu.hk <mailto:tiffanylee@thei.edu.hk> / 
media@thei.edu.hk <mailto:media@thei.edu.hk>

Ms Janice Lam 林綺淇 女士
Tel: (852) 3890 8227 / (852) 9718 0817
Email: janicelam@thei.edu.hk <mailto:janicelam@thei.edu.hk> / media@thei.edu.hk
 <mailto:media@thei.edu.hk>

 
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A team badge for the “Hong Kong’s First Five-Year Plan” features a blue theme 
integrated with the Chinese characters “一” (One) and “五” (Five). Two 
overlapping squares symbolise Hong Kong’s ability to bring together diverse 
talent and resources to deepen high-quality development—leveraging its unique 
advantages of strong support from the Motherland and close global 
connectivity—shining brightly on the international stage as it enters a new 
five-year chapter of prosperity.

 
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Named “Convergence Radiance,” the intricate, interwoven technological motifs 
in the tie design symbolise seamless connectivity between local and global 
networks, embodying the deep synergy among talent, education, and industry. 
Together they power an ever-advancing engine of innovation, charting a bright 
future for Hong Kong.

 
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Named “Voyage of Talents,” the scarf is inspired by the talent cultivation in 
the Northern Metropolis. It incorporates interlocking knots and interwoven 
ribbon, symbolising unity and collective strength. The fluid lines at its 
centre extend like newly formed veins, representing the vibrant energy of the 
region as a new engine of growth.

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		<detail><![CDATA[<p><span class="legendSpanClass">HONG KONG</span>, <span class="legendSpanClass">Sept. 13, 2026</span> /PRNewswire/ -- The Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi) has been invited by the HKSAR Government to create a team badge symbolising the significance of the &quot;Hong Kong's First Five-Year Plan.&quot; For the second consecutive year, THEi has designed the ties and scarves collection for the Chief Executive, Mr John LEE Ka-chiu, and his team to wear during the delivery of the &quot;2026 Policy Address.&quot;</p> 
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Design team members from the left: Mr Michael CHAN Tsz-him; Ms Rainbow LEE Chui-shan; Ms Janet CHAN Mei-hang; and Ms Karen CHEUNG Kit-man. Second right: Ms Jenny CHEUNG Ling, Assistant Professor of the Department of Design and Architecture at THEi." alt="A team of teachers and students from the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Fashion Design programme at THEi creates the “Hong Kong’s First Five-Year Plan” team badge, designing ties and scarves for CE and his team in “Policy Address” for second year.  

Design team members from the left: Mr Michael CHAN Tsz-him; Ms Rainbow LEE Chui-shan; Ms Janet CHAN Mei-hang; and Ms Karen CHEUNG Kit-man. Second right: Ms Jenny CHEUNG Ling, Assistant Professor of the Department of Design and Architecture at THEi." /></a><br /><span>A team of teachers and students from the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Fashion Design programme at THEi creates the “Hong Kong’s First Five-Year Plan” team badge, designing ties and scarves for CE and his team in “Policy Address” for second year. Design team members from the left: Mr Michael CHAN Tsz-him; Ms Rainbow LEE Chui-shan; Ms Janet CHAN Mei-hang; and Ms Karen CHEUNG Kit-man. Second right: Ms Jenny CHEUNG Ling, Assistant Professor of the Department of Design and Architecture at THEi.</span></p> 
</div> 
<p>A team of teachers and students from the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Fashion Design programme at THEi has created a team badge for the &quot;Hong Kong's First Five-Year Plan,&quot; featuring a blue theme integrated with the Chinese characters &quot;一&quot; (One) and &quot;五&quot; (Five). Two overlapping squares symbolise Hong Kong's ability to bring together diverse talent and resources to deepen high-quality development—leveraging its unique advantages of strong support from the Motherland and close global connectivity—shining brightly on the international stage as it enters a new five-year chapter of prosperity.</p> 
<p>To mark the simultaneous publication of the &quot;2026 Policy Address,&quot; THEi has extended the design essence of the team badge to craft the collection of ties and scarves, named &quot;Convergence Radiance&quot; (萬薈凝光) and &quot;Voyage of Talents&quot; (啟航薈萃) respectively. The collection retains fresh green hue, symbolising vitality and prosperity, while embodying talent, innovation, technology, and global connectivity. With the Northern Metropolis as its core theme, the collection symbolises a new milestone for international innovation and technology. The vibrant hub unites diverse talents like interlocking precision gears, where the convergence of technology, finance, and culture unleashes a powerful synergistic effect. This synergy serves as an incessant engine, driving sustainable prosperity and propelling the inspiration to move forward.&nbsp;</p> 
<p>Professor Alan LAU Kin-tak, President of THEi, said: &quot;Being invited to take part in this iconic official design task for two consecutive years not only highly recognises THEi's academic strength, but also helps bring new talent to the fashion industry. Through collaboration among the Government, industry, academia and research, students can transform their design concepts into tangible creations, injecting innovation and technologies into the market, and providing long-term momentum for Hong Kong's fashion industry.&quot;</p> 
<p>Professor LAU emphasised: &quot;Guided by our mission to promote university of applied sciences, we closely align with practical experience and adaptability. We are committed to cultivating talent with immediate work-ready capabilities, ensuring our graduates can stand firm in the ever-changing fashion landscape.&quot;</p> 
<p>Ms Jenny CHEUNG Ling, Assistant Professor of the Department of Design and Architecture at THEi, added: &quot;This year's creation builds on the success of last year and draws on strong support from the industry, turning two key visions behind the Northern Metropolis' forward-looking education plans—and its drive to attract global elite talent—into a piece of superior craftsmanship. It not only highlights THEi's remarkable practice-oriented education achievements, but also strongly attests to the professional skills of its students in delivering high-quality, challenging, top-level projects.&quot;</p> 
<p><span id="spanHghlt7d76"><u><b>Press Release</b></u><br />Download high-res photo here: <a href="https://bit.ly/4xGRSs1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">https://bit.ly/4xGRSs1</a></span></p> 
<p><b>About the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Fashion Design</b></p> 
<p>The programme aims to develop students' international perspectives and market awareness, enhancing their hands-on capabilities in product design, innovation research and development, and fashion management. In response to the latest industry trends, the curriculum offers specialised tracks in both fashion design and fashion management, including courses such as fashion accessories design, knitwear design, specialised fashion design, fashion retail, and fashion communication. This broadens students' employment opportunities and helps them stand out in the fast-growing global and Chinese Mainland fashion markets.</p> 
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<p><b>About Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi)</b>&nbsp;</p> 
<p>Founded in 2012, the Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi) is a member institute of the Vocational Training Council (VTC). THEi offers over 20 professional &quot;Applied Science-Oriented&quot; undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes across seven academic areas: Product and Fashion Designs, Sports and International Events Management, Digital Construction and Building Services, Horticulture, Arboriculture and Landscape Management, Chinese Medicine and Food Science, Hotel Management and Culinary Arts and Technology, and Digital Technology and Innovative Business. The programmes integrate theoretical knowledge with practical applications, and cover industries with growth potential in Hong Kong and the Asia-Pacific region, ensuring that students can apply what they learn effectively.</p> 
<p>THEi's undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes are accredited by the Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications. The curriculum emphasises the practical application of applied science, aligning with the latest developments in business and industry. The undergraduate degree programmes offer 100% work-integrated learning training to support students in building their career paths at an earlier stage.</p> 
<p>THEi Chai Wan Campus was awarded the &quot;Leadership in Sustainable Design and Performance Award - Institutional&quot; of the Asia Pacific Leadership in Green Building Awards presented by the World Green Building Council (WorldGBC) in 2020.</p> 
<p>Contact:</p> 
<p>Ms Tiffany Lee 利善雯 女士<br />Tel: (852) 3890 8083<br />Email: <a href="mailto:tiffanylee@thei.edu.hk" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">tiffanylee@thei.edu.hk</a> / <a href="mailto:media@thei.edu.hk" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">media@thei.edu.hk</a></p> 
<p>Ms Janice Lam 林綺淇 女士<br />Tel: (852) 3890 8227 / (852) 9718 0817<br />Email: <a href="mailto:janicelam@thei.edu.hk" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">janicelam@thei.edu.hk</a> / <a href="mailto:media@thei.edu.hk" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">media@thei.edu.hk</a></p> 
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 <p> <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1986976/20260912221202EDT_image_2.jpg?id=OA2944712&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1986976/20260912221202EDT_image_2.jpg?id=OA2944712&amp;p=medium600" title="Named “Convergence Radiance,” the intricate, interwoven technological motifs in the tie design symbolise seamless connectivity between local and global networks, embodying the deep synergy among talent, education, and industry. Together they power an ever-advancing engine of innovation, charting a bright future for Hong Kong." alt="Named “Convergence Radiance,” the intricate, interwoven technological motifs in the tie design symbolise seamless connectivity between local and global networks, embodying the deep synergy among talent, education, and industry. Together they power an ever-advancing engine of innovation, charting a bright future for Hong Kong." /></a><br /><span>Named “Convergence Radiance,” the intricate, interwoven technological motifs in the tie design symbolise seamless connectivity between local and global networks, embodying the deep synergy among talent, education, and industry. Together they power an ever-advancing engine of innovation, charting a bright future for Hong Kong.</span></p> 
 <p> <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1986975/20260912221202EDT_image_1.jpg?id=OA2944711&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1986975/20260912221202EDT_image_1.jpg?id=OA2944711&amp;p=medium600" title="Named “Voyage of Talents,” the scarf is inspired by the talent cultivation in the Northern Metropolis. It incorporates interlocking knots and interwoven ribbon, symbolising unity and collective strength. The fluid lines at its centre extend like newly formed veins, representing the vibrant energy of the region as a new engine of growth." alt="Named “Voyage of Talents,” the scarf is inspired by the talent cultivation in the Northern Metropolis. It incorporates interlocking knots and interwoven ribbon, symbolising unity and collective strength. The fluid lines at its centre extend like newly formed veins, representing the vibrant energy of the region as a new engine of growth." /></a><br /><span>Named “Voyage of Talents,” the scarf is inspired by the talent cultivation in the Northern Metropolis. It incorporates interlocking knots and interwoven ribbon, symbolising unity and collective strength. The fluid lines at its centre extend like newly formed veins, representing the vibrant energy of the region as a new engine of growth.</span></p> 
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		<title>THEi Hosts Interdisciplinary Technology Symposium to Launch HK-Specific Mobile Charging Robot, Advancing Smart City via Industry-Academia-Research-Application Collaboration</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[HONG KONG, June 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As an international innovation and 
technology hub, Hong Kong, China has been actively promoting the development of 
a smart city and the new-energy industry in recent years. However, challenges 
such as a high-density urban environment, limited space resources, data privacy 
protection, and rigid energy infrastructure have continuously constrained the 
practical implementation of local innovation and technology achievements. To 
break through these industry bottlenecks and drive the commercialisation of 
academic and research outcomes, the research team of Technological and Higher 
Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi) today (24th) hosted an 
Interdisciplinary Technology Symposium and the launch of electric vehicle (EV) 
charging robot named POWERMAN.

The Symposium focused on advanced AI sensing technologies, real-to-life 
synthetic data, mobile new-energy solutions, intelligent industrial 
applications, and cutting-edge humanoid robotics. It unveiled research 
achievements and showcased an EV charging robot specifically developed for the 
Hong Kong, China market—fully demonstratingTHEi's integrated research 
capability across "industry, academia, research, and application," as well as 
its commitment to social responsibility. In his welcome address, Professor Alan 
LAU Kin-tak, President of THEi, said "Under the national '15th Five-Year' Plan, 
the HKSAR Government has been actively promoting core sectors including new 
energy, AI, and healthcare and wellness sector(s). Through today's event, we 
hope to see the latest technologies from Chinese Mainland take root in Hong 
Kong in the near future and expand onto the global stage. Facing the policy and 
cultural differences, THEi aspires to assist mainland enterprises in applying 
their technologies to Hong Kong—a unique city where East meets West. This 
initiative will not only enhance Hong Kong's long-term competitiveness but is 
also expected to boost local employment opportunities, ultimately driving 
upward economic development."

He continued: "Our core mission is rooted in education; our ultimate goal is 
to empower students for successful employment and entrepreneurship; and our 
future lies in taking action to apply research outcomes to society, rather than 
just talking about them."

With its focus on "Technology Implementation, Empowering Cities, and Serving 
Livelihoods", the Symposium addressed five pivotal topics. Through fundamental 
technological breakthroughs, scenario optimisation, commercial deployment, 
industrial empowerment, and long-term strategic positioning, a comprehensive 
R&D ecosystem was forged to serve Hong Kong residents and drive city 
development through advanced innovations.

The first two topics focused on the fundamental technologies of AI, 
addressing pain points in smart city development. In response to long-standing 
privacy and data-leakage concerns in the fields of smart monitoring and urban 
sensing, Mr CHU Yong Yan, Founder and CEO of Nanjing Chuhang Technology Co., 
Ltd., as well as a research partner of the THEi, shared a privacy-first 
alternative solution: "AI + Millimetre-Wave Radar," which moves beyond the 
privacy concerns associated with traditional camera-based solutions, building a 
secure foundation for the popularisation of smart scenarios in Hong Kong.

Meanwhile, Dr CAO Peng, Chairman and CEO of PilotD Automotive (Ningbo) Co., 
Ltd., shared practical implementation solutions for high-optical-physicality 
synthetic data in AI deployment scenarios, addressing industry 
challenges—namely the lack of real data, the inability to commercialise 
privacy-sensitive data, and the tendency for AI models to deviate from 
real-world conditions. By optimising AI using data drawn from relatable, 
day-to-day scenarios and improving its alignment with real-life behavioural 
patterns, this approach helps bring AI technology out of the lab and into 
real-world livelihood scenarios.

By leveraging two core, self-developed technologies, THEi, in collaboration 
with enterprises from Chinese Mainland, jointly developed POWERMAN—an EV 
charging robot designed to operate effectively in high-density city 
environments. The robot was also demonstrated on-site during the event.

Speaking at the event, Professor WU Yan, Adjunct Associate Professor of THEi 
and the Founder and CEO of Repower Plus New Energy and Technology Limited, said 
that, in response to Hong Kong's pain points—including insufficient charging 
infrastructure, limited public space, inconvenient charging for EVs, and the 
rigidity of fixed energy facilities—POWERMAN delivered autonomous driving, 
intelligent obstacle avoidance, and proactive power replenishment. By breaking 
through the limitations of traditional fixed charging models, the robot helps 
reshape urban new-energy infrastructure for the AI era, providing a new 
solution to support the wider adoption of EVs in Hong Kong, China and enable 
upgrades to smart-city energy systems.

Following the demonstration, Mr Jeff SO, Managing Director of HSM Holdings 
Group Limited, took over the discussion to share practical applications and 
real-world experiences of mobile new-energy solutions in Hong Kong's 
intelligent industrial landscape.

Finally, Professor YANG Chuang, VLA Research Head, Jiangsu Yunmu Intelligent 
Manufacturing Technology Co., Ltd., concluded the event with a forward-looking 
presentation and a humanoid robotics technology demonstration. He showcased the 
team's ongoing R&D capabilities in advanced intelligent robotics, aligning with 
global technological trends and its strength in continuous innovation.

In his closing remarks, Professor Alan LAU Kin-tak, President of THEi, said 
that the Institute has long adhered to the concept of deep collaboration across 
industry, academia, research, and application, ensuring seamless alignment 
between innovative technologies and industry needs. The deployment of the EV 
charging robot POWERMAN not only addresses real pain points in Hong Kong's 
smart-city development and helps lead the growth of local mobile new-energy 
industries, but also establishes a top-tier hands-on training platform for the 
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Electric Vehicle Design and Technology 
programme—fully realising its goal of training talent through applied sciences 
education.

 
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The THEi in collaboration with enterprises from Chinese Mainland, jointly 
develops a mobile EV charging robot and hosts an Interdisciplinary Technology 
Symposium on 24 June 2026. From left: Dr CAO Peng, Chairman and CEO of PilotD 
Automotive (Ningbo) Co., Ltd.; Mr CHU Yong Yan, Founder and CEO of Nanjing 
Chuhang Technology Co., Ltd.; Professor Paul Tsang Wei-kei, Vice President 
(Academic) of THEi; Professor Alan Lau Kin-tak, President of THEi; Professor 
YANG Chuang, VLA Research Head, Jiangsu Yunmu Intelligent Manufacturing 
Technology Co., Ltd.; Mr Jeff SO, Managing Director of HSM Holdings Group 
Limited; Professor WU Yan, Adjunct Associate Professor of THEi and the Founder 
and CEO of Repower Plus New Energy and Technology Limited.

 

 
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The mobile EV charging robot addresses pain points in Hong Kong, China, such 
as insufficient charging piles, limited public space, inconvenient EV charging, 
and rigid energy infrastructure.

 

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Attendees engage in live interactions with the humanoid robot and thoroughly 
enjoy the experience.

About Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi) 

Founded in 2012, the Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong 
Kong (THEi) is a member institute of the Vocational Training Council (VTC). 
THEi offers over 20 professional "Applied Science-Oriented" undergraduate and 
postgraduate degree programmes across seven academic areas: Product and Fashion 
Designs, Sports and International Events Management, Digital Construction and 
Building Services, Horticulture, Arboriculture and Landscape Management, 
Chinese Medicine and Food Science, Hotel Management and Culinary Arts and 
Technology, and Digital Technology and Innovative Business. The programmes 
integrate theoretical knowledge with practical applications, and cover 
industries with growth potential in Hong Kong and the Asia-Pacific region, 
ensuring that students can apply what they learn effectively.

THEi's undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes are accredited by the 
Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications. 
The curriculum emphasises the practical application of applied science, 
aligning with the latest developments in business and industry. The 
undergraduate degree programmes offer 100% work-integrated learning training to 
support students in building their career paths at an earlier stage.

THEi Chai Wan Campus was awarded the "Leadership in Sustainable Design and 
Performance Award - Institutional" of the Asia Pacific Leadership in Green 
Building Awards presented by the World Green Building Council (WorldGBC) in 
2020.

Contact:

Ms Tiffany Lee
Email: tiffanylee@thei.edu.hk <mailto:tiffanylee@thei.edu.hk>

Ms Rainbow Chiu 
Email: rainbowh@thei.edu.hk <mailto:rainbowh@thei.edu.hk> 

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		<detail><![CDATA[<p><span class="legendSpanClass">HONG KONG</span>, <span class="legendSpanClass">June 24, 2026</span> /PRNewswire/ -- As an international innovation and technology hub, Hong Kong, China has been actively promoting the development of a smart city and the new-energy industry in recent years. However, challenges such as a high-density urban environment, limited space resources, data privacy protection, and rigid energy infrastructure have continuously constrained the practical implementation of local innovation and technology achievements. To break through these industry bottlenecks and drive the commercialisation of academic and research outcomes, the research team of Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi) today (24th) hosted an Interdisciplinary Technology Symposium and the launch of electric vehicle (EV) charging robot named POWERMAN.</p> 
<p>The Symposium focused on advanced AI sensing technologies, real-to-life synthetic data, mobile new-energy solutions, intelligent industrial applications, and cutting-edge humanoid robotics. It unveiled research achievements and showcased an EV charging robot specifically developed for the Hong Kong, China market—fully demonstrating <span id="spanHghlt4a85">THEi's integrat</span>ed research capability across &quot;industry, academia, research, and application,&quot; as well as its commitment to social responsibility. In his welcome address, Professor Alan LAU Kin-tak, President of THEi, said &quot;Under the national '15th Five-Year' Plan, the HKSAR Government has been actively promoting core sectors including new energy, AI, and healthcare and wellness sector(s). Through today's event, we hope to see the latest technologies from Chinese Mainland take root in Hong Kong in the near future and expand onto the global stage. Facing the policy and cultural differences, THEi aspires to assist mainland enterprises in applying their technologies to Hong Kong—a unique city where East meets West. This initiative will not only enhance Hong Kong's long-term competitiveness but is also expected to boost local employment opportunities, ultimately driving upward economic development.&quot;</p> 
<p>He continued: &quot;Our core mission is rooted in education; our ultimate goal is to empower students for successful employment and entrepreneurship; and our future lies in taking action to apply research outcomes to society, rather than just talking about them.&quot;</p> 
<p>With its focus on &quot;Technology Implementation, Empowering Cities, and Serving Livelihoods&quot;, the Symposium addressed five pivotal topics. Through fundamental technological breakthroughs, scenario optimisation, commercial deployment, industrial empowerment, and long-term strategic positioning, a comprehensive R&amp;D ecosystem was forged to serve Hong Kong residents and drive city development through advanced innovations.</p> 
<p>The first two topics focused on the fundamental technologies of AI, addressing pain points in smart city development. In response to long-standing privacy and data-leakage concerns in the fields of smart monitoring and urban sensing, Mr CHU Yong Yan, Founder and CEO of Nanjing Chuhang Technology Co., Ltd., as well as a research partner of the THEi, shared a privacy-first alternative solution: &quot;AI + Millimetre-Wave Radar,&quot; which moves beyond the privacy concerns associated with traditional camera-based solutions, building a secure foundation for the popularisation of smart scenarios in Hong Kong.</p> 
<p>Meanwhile, Dr CAO Peng, Chairman and CEO of PilotD Automotive (Ningbo) Co., Ltd., shared practical implementation solutions for high-optical-physicality synthetic data in AI deployment scenarios, addressing industry challenges—namely the lack of real data, the inability to commercialise privacy-sensitive data, and the tendency for AI models to deviate from real-world conditions. By optimising AI using data drawn from relatable, day-to-day scenarios and improving its alignment with real-life behavioural patterns, this approach helps bring AI technology out of the lab and into real-world livelihood scenarios.</p> 
<p>By leveraging two core, self-developed technologies, THEi, in collaboration with enterprises from Chinese Mainland, jointly developed POWERMAN—an EV charging robot designed to operate effectively in high-density city environments. The robot was also demonstrated on-site during the event.</p> 
<p>Speaking at the event, Professor WU Yan, Adjunct Associate Professor of THEi and the Founder and&nbsp;CEO of&nbsp;Repower Plus New Energy&nbsp;and&nbsp;Technology Limited, said that, in response to Hong Kong's pain points—including insufficient charging infrastructure, limited public space, inconvenient charging for EVs, and the rigidity of fixed energy facilities—POWERMAN delivered autonomous driving, intelligent obstacle avoidance, and proactive power replenishment. By breaking through the limitations of traditional fixed charging models, the robot helps reshape urban new-energy infrastructure for the AI era, providing a new solution to support the wider adoption of EVs in Hong Kong, China and enable upgrades to smart-city energy systems.</p> 
<p>Following the demonstration, Mr Jeff SO, Managing Director of HSM Holdings Group Limited, took over the discussion to share practical applications and real-world experiences of mobile new-energy solutions in Hong Kong's intelligent industrial landscape.</p> 
<p>Finally, Professor YANG Chuang, VLA Research Head, Jiangsu Yunmu Intelligent Manufacturing Technology Co., Ltd., concluded the event with a forward-looking presentation and a humanoid robotics technology demonstration. He showcased the team's ongoing R&amp;D capabilities in advanced intelligent robotics, aligning with global technological trends and its strength in continuous innovation.</p> 
<p>In his closing remarks, Professor Alan LAU Kin-tak, President of THEi, said that the Institute has long adhered to the concept of deep collaboration across industry, academia, research, and application, ensuring seamless alignment between innovative technologies and industry needs. The deployment of the EV charging robot POWERMAN not only addresses real pain points in Hong Kong's smart-city development and helps lead the growth of local mobile new-energy industries, but also establishes a top-tier hands-on training platform for the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Electric Vehicle Design and Technology programme—fully realising its goal of training talent through applied sciences education.</p> 
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From left: Dr CAO Peng, Chairman and CEO of PilotD Automotive (Ningbo) Co., Ltd.; Mr CHU Yong Yan, Founder and CEO of Nanjing Chuhang Technology Co., Ltd.; Professor Paul Tsang Wei-kei, Vice President (Academic) of THEi; Professor Alan Lau Kin-tak, President of THEi; Professor YANG Chuang, VLA Research Head, Jiangsu Yunmu Intelligent Manufacturing Technology Co., Ltd.; Mr Jeff SO, Managing Director of HSM Holdings Group Limited; Professor WU Yan, Adjunct Associate Professor of THEi and the Founder and CEO of Repower Plus New Energy and Technology Limited." alt="The THEi in collaboration with enterprises from Chinese Mainland, jointly develops a mobile EV charging robot and hosts an Interdisciplinary Technology Symposium on 24 June 2026.

 

From left: Dr CAO Peng, Chairman and CEO of PilotD Automotive (Ningbo) Co., Ltd.; Mr CHU Yong Yan, Founder and CEO of Nanjing Chuhang Technology Co., Ltd.; Professor Paul Tsang Wei-kei, Vice President (Academic) of THEi; Professor Alan Lau Kin-tak, President of THEi; Professor YANG Chuang, VLA Research Head, Jiangsu Yunmu Intelligent Manufacturing Technology Co., Ltd.; Mr Jeff SO, Managing Director of HSM Holdings Group Limited; Professor WU Yan, Adjunct Associate Professor of THEi and the Founder and CEO of Repower Plus New Energy and Technology Limited." /></a><br /><span>The THEi in collaboration with enterprises from Chinese Mainland, jointly develops a mobile EV charging robot and hosts an Interdisciplinary Technology Symposium on 24 June 2026. From left: Dr CAO Peng, Chairman and CEO of PilotD Automotive (Ningbo) Co., Ltd.; Mr CHU Yong Yan, Founder and CEO of Nanjing Chuhang Technology Co., Ltd.; Professor Paul Tsang Wei-kei, Vice President (Academic) of THEi; Professor Alan Lau Kin-tak, President of THEi; Professor YANG Chuang, VLA Research Head, Jiangsu Yunmu Intelligent Manufacturing Technology Co., Ltd.; Mr Jeff SO, Managing Director of HSM Holdings Group Limited; Professor WU Yan, Adjunct Associate Professor of THEi and the Founder and CEO of Repower Plus New Energy and Technology Limited.</span></p> 
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<p><b>About Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi)&nbsp;</b></p> 
<p>Founded in 2012, the Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi) is a member institute of the Vocational Training Council (VTC). THEi offers over 20 professional &quot;Applied Science-Oriented&quot; undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes across seven academic areas: Product and Fashion Designs, Sports and International Events Management, Digital Construction and Building Services, Horticulture, Arboriculture and Landscape Management, Chinese Medicine and Food Science, Hotel Management and Culinary Arts and Technology, and Digital Technology and Innovative Business. The programmes integrate theoretical knowledge with practical applications, and cover industries with growth potential in Hong Kong and the Asia-Pacific region, ensuring that students can apply what they learn effectively.</p> 
<p>THEi's undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes are accredited by the Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications. The curriculum emphasises the practical application of applied science, aligning with the latest developments in business and industry. The undergraduate degree programmes offer 100% work-integrated learning training to support students in building their career paths at an earlier stage.</p> 
<p>THEi Chai Wan Campus was awarded the &quot;Leadership in Sustainable Design and Performance Award - Institutional&quot; of the Asia Pacific Leadership in Green Building Awards presented by the World Green Building Council (WorldGBC) in 2020.</p> 
<p><b>Contact:</b></p> 
<p>Ms Tiffany Lee<br />Email: <a href="mailto:tiffanylee@thei.edu.hk" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">tiffanylee@thei.edu.hk</a></p> 
<p>Ms Rainbow Chiu&nbsp;<br />Email: <a href="mailto:rainbowh@thei.edu.hk" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">rainbowh@thei.edu.hk</a>&nbsp;</p> 
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