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PolyU and Cheoy Lee Shipyards forge strategic partnership to advance alternative-powered vessel tech

by Cheoy Lee Shipyards 11 Nov 01:21 PST
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The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) and Cheoy Lee Shipyards have recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly promote research and innovation in artificial intelligence robotics, alternative-powered vessels and green materials.

This collaboration aims to drive breakthroughs in electrical vessels, sustainable manufacturing technologies and renewable energy.

The signing ceremony was held on the PolyU campus. The MoU was signed by Prof. Christopher CHAO, Senior Vice President (Research and Innovation) of PolyU, and Mr Martin LO, Director of Cheoy Lee Shipyards.

Prof. Christopher Chao remarked, "PolyU is committed to advance cutting-edge research and promoting academic-industry collaboration. This partnership with Cheoy Lee Shipyards exemplifies the synergistic advantages of academia and industry, paving way for a new era of intelligent and sustainable vessels and reinforcing Hong Kong's leadership in green shipping."

Mr Martin Lo stated, "This collaboration marks a new milestone in the long-term partnership between PolyU and Cheoy Lee Shipyards. Our shared vision is to combine the university's research excellence with the shipyard's industry expertise to drive the future of shipbuilding and sustainable maritime development, moving towards smarter, greener and more sustainable growth."

PolyU and Cheoy Lee Shipyards will collaborate on scientific research, testing environments and application scenarios, promoting comprehensive innovation and advancing sustainable maritime technologies and energy-efficient transportation. This partnership will inject strong momentum into Hong Kong's development as an international innovation and technology centre.

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