HKA: Netherlands delegation 2024

Overview

ICE HKA is organising a delegation trip to the Netherlands from 13 October to 20 October 2024, as one of its 25th anniversary signature events. The Netherlands is renowned for its progressive and innovative approach to sustainable development and climate resilience, particularly in the construction sector.  

With the institution’s emphasis on sustainable development, we have chosen the Netherlands as the destination for the delegation. Participants will not only explore new infrastructure projects that embed sustainability at their core, but also discover how existing infrastructure can be upcycled to meet sustainable targets in the built environment. From traditional windmills to modern wind farms, and from industrial container ports to smart and sustainable ports working towards carbon neutrality, this delegation will introduce different cases of sustainable transformation in the built environment. Delegates may gain valuable insight towards applying these sustainable practices in Hong Kong.

In addition to visiting various infrastructure projects, the delegation will also include knowledge exchange sessions at the Delft University of Technology, as well as with a number of engineering consulting firms and contractors in the Netherlands. These interactive sessions will provide ample opportunities for delegates to connect with Dutch practitioners, scholars, and students.

Benefits to delegates: 

• Visiting landmark infrastructure projects in the Netherlands and learning the methodology of balancing nature and human living needs in urban development.  
• Obtaining new knowledge on the forefront of coastal engineering and flood defence systems to enhance resilience against climate change impacts.  
• Gaining insights into how Dutch authorities integrate sustainability, public welfare, and technological innovation into urban transportation planning.  
• Acquiring knowledge on strategies for promoting sustainability in construction projects while still meeting the demands of a growing population and rapid urbanisation. 
• Establishing communication channels with the Dutch practitioners and academia, and exploring potential for future collaborations. 

For more information and to view the itinerary, please refer to the Netherlands Delegation flyer.

Capacity: 25 participants 

Language: English 

Application: 

The online application form will be opened starting at 10:00 am on 2 August 2024. The application window will close on 16 August 2024, or earlier if the delegation reaches full capacity.  

Please complete the online application form, copies of required travel documents and submit your cheque (payable to “The Institution of Civil Engineers (Hong Kong) Limited”) and all necessary documents in person or by mail to: 

ICE Hong Kong Office 
17/F, 88 Lockhart Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong 

For details and payment instructions, please refer to the online application form by clicking 'book now'.

After the delegation: 

Delegates are required to fill in an electronic survey for their feedback. It includes ratings and comments for event content, speakers, logistics, learning experience, learning outcome as well as the benefits in terms of current job or future development in particularly about innovation and technology adoption etc. 

Remarks:

• The itinerary is tentative and is subject to change.
• All delegates must be local practitioners or students of civil engineering/other engineering fields and Hong Kong permanent residents. Number of student delegates will be limited to 2.
• ICE HKA reserves the right to limit the number of delegates associated with the same organisation.
• Application will be considered as completed only upon receipt of your completed online application form, full payment, a declaration form and a photocopy of your HKID card and travel documents.
• For details and payment instructions, please refer to the online application form.
• Only successful applicants will receive confirmation emails.
• Once confirmed, payment is non-refundable.
• ICE HKA reserves the rights of final decision in any case of disputes. 

Enquires: 

For enquiries, please contact Crystal Fung  

(T: +852 3153 4181  E: [email protected]) 

Disclaimer: 

The Institution of Civil Engineers (Hong Kong Association) shall not under any circumstances be liable or otherwise for death or any injury or for any damage to or loss or destruction of property or otherwise, in any such case arising from any accident or mishap, and whether during or after this event, in preparation for it, travelling to or from it or otherwise. 

Prices

Prices for the 2024 Netherlands delegation*

*The actual prices may be increased to the following ceiling prices, subject to the sponsorship or funding received. 

*The prices listed cover round-trip flight tickets, hotel accommodation (shared double room), local transportation, meals (breakfast and lunch) and admission fees during the visit.  

*Travel insurance will be provided upon successful registration, while delegates can consider purchasing additional insurance if needed.