HKA G&S: site visit to Fanling North New Development Area - Lung Yeuk Tau Interchange Footbridge

Overview

The Kwu Tung North and Fanling North New Development Area is one of the New Development Areas (NDAs) in the Northern Metropolis. The project covers approximately 320 hectares and comprises site formation works, road improvement and junction works, drainage, sewerage, waterworks, and other engineering works to support housing and development needs. It will provide around 86,200 housing units to accommodate an additional population of approximately 227,000. In addition to housing, the project will also provide commercial, social, recreational, and other facilities for the residents of the NDA.

Through this visit, participants will gain insights into the considerations, merits, and challenges involved in the adoption of S960 high-strength steel in the Lung Yeuk Tau Interchange Footbridge. The programme includes a guided tour of the major engineering works within the Fanling North New Development Area, followed by a guided site walk introducing the Lung Yeuk Tau Interchange Footbridge, which adopts S960 high-strength steel. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the merits and challenges of using S960 high-strength steel.

• Capacity: 20

To book your place, simply click the “Book now” button below and follow the onscreen instructions.

Notes

• Registration will be confirmed on a first-come-first-served basis. Only successful applicants will be notified.
• The event will be conducted primarily in Cantonese, and English terms will be introduced where appropriate.
• Please note that Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and a Green Card are not required for this visit.
• Attendance certificates will be provided within two weeks of the event only if attendees participate for the entire duration of the event.
• Applicants with no-show records will be given lower priority in future G&S events.
• The above is subject to change without prior notice.

Adverse weather arrangements 

The event will be cancelled or rescheduled to another date in the case of a red or black rainstorm signal, or typhoon signal no. 3 or above is issued by the Hong Kong Observatory at or after 07.00. The organiser reserves the right to cancel or reschedule the event in view of safety or other considerations.

Disclaimer 

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