NEC Asia Pacific Conference 2024
Collaboration | Innovation | Transformation
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The APAC region is positioned for significant growth and is expected to be the fastest-growing region globally in 2024, driven by domestic investment and its manufacturing ability as published in the ‘Construction Market Insights’.APAC’s construction industry has made significant strides to establish its dominance across mission critical sectors with a vast pipeline across the region in 2024. In the face of strong demand, implementation of more efficient delivery methods, collaboration and partnerships and innovation will be essential to fulfil the region’s construction potential and to support the global transition to net zero emissions by 2050.
This year’s conference programme is themed around three core areas: Collaboration, Innovation and Transformation. During the event, taking place on Thursday 28 November, you will have the opportunity to hear from local, regional and international experts, sharing insights and discussions centred around:
- Transforming Procurement
- Fostering a Culture of International Collaboration
- Striving to Promote Sustainable Development in Hong Kong
- Recognising Project Excellence and Innovation
- Role of Project Manager in NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract (ECC) Hong Kong Edition
- Unlocking Opportunities in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region for NEC Contracts
- Strategies and Initiatives to Promote the Adoption of Advancing Technologies
2024 also marks 15 Years for the use of NEC Contracts in Hong Kong.
If you use - or are considering using - NEC, you cannot afford to miss this unique event.
We look forward to welcoming you at the Cordis Hotel, Hong Kong.
As always, Users' Group Members can benefit from discounted and free tickets. Find out more on the benefits of the Users' Group here.
Take a look at last year's highlights:
Morning session
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Registration
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Welcome Remarks
Renee Paik
Head of Asia Pacific, NEC Contracts -
Opening Remarks
Ricky Lau
Permanent Secretary for Development (Works), Development Bureau, The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administration Region of the People’s Republic of China -
Keynote: Transforming Procurement
- How can the NEC4 ECC help to develop a simple and more flexible approach to procurement
- How to ensure compliance and transparency throughout the procurement cycle
- Inspiring confidence in better project delivery and benchmarks for best practice
- Looking to the Construction Playbook as a potential methodology to change procurement and drive engagement and efficiencies with industry
- How can an industry transformation map facilitate better integration and collaboration through the value chain
- Sharing case study example of how to adopt the NEC4 Alliance Contract (ALC)
Peter Winnicott MRICS
Commercial and Procurement Director, SMP Alliance -
Striving to Promote Sustainable Development in Hong Kong
- How to tackle climate change challenges and meet the latest development needs of communities
- Sharing best practices on how to revitalise and restore drainage and sewerage works to ensure they are fit for purpose
- The benefits of adopting smart and innovative technology to deliver projects
- How to integrate ecology conversation within projects to meet the demands of the environment and public concerns
- The benefits of applying X29 clause to your strategies and plans
Ringo MOK Wing-cheong
Director of Drainage Services, Drainage Services Department (DSD), The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China -
The Translation and Implementation of Standardised Contracting: The Partnership with MEF, Peru
(Pre-Recorded Session)- What does the partnership mean for infrastructure projects in the region
- Sharing insights on the benefits of collaboration for national procurement
- The journey so far and the future roadmap for NEC and Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF)
Sofía García
Deputy Director of Business and Trade & Head of Infrastructure, British Embassy Lima -
Refreshment and Networking Break
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Unlocking Opportunities in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) for NEC Contracts
Role of Project Manager (PM) in NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract (ECC) Hong Kong Edition (with Andy Kwok)- Skills required of a project manager
- Identifying the technical expertise and skills required by NEC
- Understanding the independence of a PM
- Discussing how it will all work in practice
- Demonstrating the key processes crucial to the NEC4 and how to apply them to an ECC Project
- Sharing insights on the contract implementation (e.g. the dos and don'ts)
Contractor’s Insight on driving Project Excellence and Innovation (with Wong Fai)- Demonstrating industry best practice and excellence, through technical innovations, social impact, and sustainability
- How to work collaboratively and inclusively across functions, departments and sectors to share and embed industry leading practice, capability and innovative approaches to create enduring beneficial change in the project delivery system
- The benefit of applying NEC3 PSC and NEC4 ECC in delivering project excellence
- How do technological interventions deliver further improvements, reductions and efficiencies
- Driving positive benefits towards the UN Sustainable Development Goals
Collaborative Contracting – Models, Approaches, Frameworks and Delivery (with Mark Simister)- Collaborative contracting models: Benefits and challenges
- Sharing practical application of NEC, and how its tie into Collaborative Contracting
- Insights on case study examples
- Collaborative contracting in practical reality:
- Program delivery
- Transaction
Sharing insights on a contractor’s perspective for driving transformation in infrastructure and construction across the APAC region (with Zhang Yi)- Insight into opportunities for NEC
- Highlighting the difference in industrial practices, frameworks, techniques and approaches and project management across the APAC region
- Collaboration and partnerships strategies into national and international markets
- How will the region be adopting innovative technologies
- Opportunities and drivers towards New Industrialisation and what does this mean for the future of construction
- Insights into advancements of international standards – what does this mean for NEC?
Daniel Cheung (moderator)
Director – Strategic Lead, Turner & TownsendAndy Kwok
Managing Director, Binnies Hong Kong LimitedWong Fai
General Manager, China Geo-Engineering CorporationMark Simister
Managing Director, MetaphicZhang Yi
Chairman, China State Construction International Medical Industry Development -
Lunch and networking
Afternoon session
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Fostering a Culture of Collaboration and How to Put it into Action
- Understanding the importance of collaboration
- Highlighting the key benefits of collaboration
- Guiding principles and sharing best practices
- How to enhance synergy, collaboration and embed trust when delivering projects
- Challenges and case studies
Cheuk-lun Leung (moderator)
NEC Executive, CEDD (Civil Engineering & Development Department, The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administration Region of the People’s Republic of China)Ellen Nga-see Cheng
Chief Engineer, CEDD (Civil Engineering & Development Department, The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administration Region of the People’s Republic of China)Francis Leong
Vice President, AECOM Hong KongVincent Chan
Director, Build King Construction Limited -
Strategies and Initiatives to Promote the Adoption of Advancing Technologies
- How AI can optimise all moving parts of a project
- Insights into emerging digital technologies
- The benefits and utilisation for modern methods, tools and approaches
- Delivering real-time data and actionable insights
- Solutions for upskilling, maintaining and attracting talent
Dev Amratia
CEO, NplanBien LAM
General Manager (Asia), Robert Bird GroupSteven Yule
CEng FICE FCIHT MIAM, Director of Intelligent Transformation, Middle East, Strategic Consulting, Jacobs -
Closing Remarks
Robert Gerrard
Consultant, NEC Contracts -
Refreshment and Networking Break
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Workshop: NEC4 Term Service Contract (TSC) Briefing Session
Tim Knee-Robinson
Director, TKR Consultancy Ltd -
Workshop: NEC4 ECC/TSC in Building/Construction Projects
NEC4 ECC, NEC ECC HK Edition, NEC4 TSC and its comparison/applicationLetty Ma (moderator)
Business Development Director, APAC, NEC ContractsKY Lo
NEC, Tutor -
Workshop: TBC
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Drinks Reception
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Established in 2011 in Hong Kong and servicing the Asia Pacific region and the world with a diverse range of staff, The Contracts Group experts are ISO 9001 and NEC, ECC accredited and RICS-regulated, and deliver one-stop construction contract management solutions to all parties involved in the construction industry. We assist on construction projects from the pre-contract stage, into project delivery and through to post-contract completion as well as dealing with any disputes that arise.
Our senior staff have many years of experience in dealing with construction contracts, quantity surveying services, risk, project control and management services, claims, disputes and expert services in the varying sectors of the construction industry. We utilise this experience to seek the most appropriate solutions to the many and varied problems that are found on construction projects and to provide a full range of construction contracts services.
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Hong Kong Institute of Construction Adjudicators (HKICAdj)
Hong Kong Institute of Construction Adjudicators (HKICAdj) is a non-profit making organization founded in 2018 and the first and neutral institute in Hong Kong which focuses in the promotion, training and application of construction adjudication in resolving construction disputes. It is an Adjudicator Nominating Body providing adjudicator appointment services in the private sector.
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The International Dispute Resolution and Risk Management Institute (IDRRMI) is the world's preeminent international professional dispute and risk management non-governmental organisation. The objectives of the institute are to set standards for the international dispute resolution and risk management profession, to qualify and award professional qualifications and to certify intellectual property and property rights of institutions and individuals. IDRRMI has more than 1,600 experts in a variety of professional categories worldwide.
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The Society of Construction Law – Viet Nam (SCLVN) is a socio-professional organisation of Vietnamese citizens and organisations operating in the field of construction law or related to construction law, voluntarily established. The aim is to support members in improving their knowledge and qualifications, exchange information on construction law, and propose comments to state management agencies on legal policies in the construction sector.
Visit websiteThe Hong Kong Institution of Engineers
The HKIE is an accreditation body and a learned society for engineers in Hong Kong. We set standards for the training and admission of engineers of 22 Engineering Disciplines, and 19 Divisions under the umbrella of the HKIE actively organise activities to keep members abreast of the latest engineering developments and provide opportunities for Continuing Professional Development. The HKIE community has continued to grow since then, and now comprises over 32,000 members spanning all engineering disciplines.
Visit websiteInstitution of Mechanical Engineers (Hong Kong)
Established in 1997, the IMechE Hong Kong Branch is the largest branch outside UK with more than 3,300 members. The Branch organises events, works closely with other engineering institutions in Hong Kong to promote the welfare of the profession, and keeps a close liaison with other branches in the Asia Pacific Region.
Visit websiteACQS
The Association of Consultant Quantity Surveyors was formed in 1999 to represent the views of private QS firms in Hong Kong. Member companies include the 13 largest private quantity surveying practices in Hong Kong and their scope of services includes quantity surveying, project and cost management consultancy services for building, civil engineering, maintenance, electrical and mechanical projects.
Visit websiteIFMA Hong Kong Chapter
Founded in 1980, IFMA is the world's largest and most widely recognized association for facility management professionals, supporting over 20,000 members in more than 100 countries. IFMA Hong Kong Chapter, established in 1992 is the first Chapter formed in Asia. The Chapter supports over 600 IFMA members in Hong Kong by offering diverse educational and networking events, international accrediting programs, and empowering its members to learn, connect and advance.
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