Logistics and Supply Chain MultiTech R&D Centre (LSCM) continues its commitment to nurturing future innovators through its internship programme and over 60 interns from diverse local and international academic institutions joined this year which brings fresh perspectives and energy to ongoing research and development initiatives. With a view to strengthen the communication between interns and Centre’s senior management, LSCM continues to organize the “Dialogue with CEO” event on 15 August 2025. Mr Simon Wong and his Senior Management Leaders shared valuable experiences and knowledge about the future technology development. Simon also shared insights into the evolving landscape of innovation and technology, highlighting LSCM’s role in empowering young talent to contribute to impactful Research & Development projects. He encouraged all interns to embrace challenges, pursue their passions, and set clear career goals. The event left a lasting impression on the interns who expressed a strong interest in continuing their journey in LSCM after graduation. The Centre will dedicate the cultivation of a dynamic environment where young professionals can thrive and shape the future of technology.   Photos: Mr. Simon Wong, Chief Executive Officer of LSCM emphasized the need of strengthening communication with all interns in his opening remarks of the “Dialogue with CEO” event.   Mr Simon Wong, Chief Executive Officer of LSCM, encouraged interns to embrace challenges, pursue their passions, and set clear goals to shape their future careers.   All interns are very eager to raise questions during the event and thanked LSCM for offering them such a valuable opportunity to engage directly with Mr. Wong and mentors from various departments.   A final group photo to capture the smiling faces of the interns, mentors, and management who participated in the event.

LSCM参与由香港特別行政区政府运输及物流局举办嘅港口社区系统 (Port Community System, PCS) 启动礼。由运输及物流局局长陈美宝女士，JP、香港特別行政区立法会易志明议员，GBS， JP，海运及港口发展专员陈婉雯女士、运输及物流局首席助理秘书长庄敏婷女士、LSCM行政总裁黄广扬先生，MH，FCILT及LSCM研究及技术开发总监及首席科学主任唐志鸿博士为PCS的研发及应用进行启动仪式。 于活动上，运输及物流局、LSCM及广东省电子口岸管理有限公司亦共同签署合作备忘录，就港口社区系统及相关的贸易通关等领域展开合作，通过数字化推动香港与大湾区在于海运、物流和贸易互联互通。

物流及供应链多元技术研发中心（LSCM）与CEC中国软件合作建设的「信息系统安全可靠评测中心 (ISSRAC)」正式启用，並由香港特別行政区政府数字政策专员黄志光先生，JP、香港特別行政区政府创新科技署助理署长(研发中心) 巫菀菁女士、深圳中软总经理张红明先生、中国电子(CEC)集团国际合作部代表俞毅先生、LSCM 董事局主席林晓锋教授 · 工程师，JP，以及LSCM 行政总裁黄广扬先生，MH，FCILT为中心揭幕。 LSCM 行政总裁黄广扬先生，MH，FCILT在开幕礼致词时表示：「LSCM非常荣幸能够与CEC中国软件携手合作，建设『信息系统安全可靠评测中心』。ISSRAC的启用将协助企业优化其信息安全防护措施，提高信息系统的安全可靠性，亦为业界提供更优质可靠的创新科技服务，为本港以至大湾区的智慧城市发展作出贡献。」 深圳中软总经理张红明先生在活动上指出：「中软是中国电子信息产业集团公司（CEC）控股的大型高科技上市软件企业，国家规划佈局内重点软件企业。CEC很高兴能够与LSCM合作，为香港带来安全及可持续性的信息创新系统（信创）产品，提升信息系统的安全可靠性。」 ISSRAC的成立旨在引入安全及可持续性的信息创新系统（信创）产品来港，为政府部门及公营机构提供有关信创产品的测试评估、试验环境、专业谘询以及提议适配方案，亦为业界提供更优质可靠的创新科技服务，提升信息系统的安全可靠性，是强化香港网络安全及确保信息资讯系统可靠性的重要里程碑。

LSCM took part in InnoEx 2025 co-organised by the Government of the HKSAR and Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) on 13 – 16 Apr 2025 to showcase the Centre’s latest Smart City technologies. The event this year focused on advancements in A.I. Robotics, Cyber Security, Smart Mobility and the Low Altitude Economy. To promote innovation and collaboration, LSCM showcased a series of the Centre’s award-winning technologies, including the Port Community System (PCS) and Detachable Follow-me Robot, as well as Robo-9 with Multi-Sensor Technologies for the Visually Impaired and XRCC – Extended Reality Content Creation Suite which had just received a Gold Award and a Silver Award respectively at The Edison Awards™ 2025. These award-winning technologies were developed to cater for the needs of the industries and the community. Mr ZHUANG Rongwen, the Minister of the Cyberspace Administration of China and Chairman of the WIC and Prof Dong SUN, JP, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, The Government of the HKSAR,  as well as other guests from the Mainland and overseas visited the LSCM booth to learn about the showcased technologies and the Centre’s latest R&D initiatives.

The 50th International Exhibition of Inventions of Geneva, took place from 9 to 13 April 2025 in Geneva, Switzerland, was a global event honouring the advancement in technology and innovation. This year, LSCM once again demonstrated its strength and expertise in technology R&D and has garnered 3 silver medals and 1 bronze medal at this prestigious event. LSCM’s award-winning projects highlight its commitment in developing advanced technologies to foster the smart city development in Hong Kong and in the Greater Bay Area. The project “Protecting the Ecological Environment in Construction Areas with an AIoT System” was awarded a silver medal for its ability to monitor the air quality, wildlife movements, and water changes for early detection of the environmental impact of construction. Another silver medal was awarded to the project “Assistive Technologies for Traditional Chinese Medicine Tele-Practice”. It  integrates pulse sensing and regeneration devices which are linked via wireless network to support remote medical consultations in Traditional Chinese Medicine practice. The project “Multi-Sensor Object Detection for Better Traffic Control”, also awarded a silver medal, utilises  lidar, thermal cameras, radar, and standard cameras to monitor and optimise traffic flow. The Detachable Follow-me Robot, which was awarded a bronze medal, is capable of following the operator while assisting in transporting heavy and bulky items. LSCM is excited to have received the prestigious awards again this year and will continue its effort in driving the progress of technology development to foster the industry growth and enhance the quality of life of the community.

At the Edison Awards™ 2025 held on 2-3 April 2025 in the United States, LSCM was proud to receive one Gold Award and one Silver Award with two of its latest technologies, which is another remarkable achievement of the centre this year. Established in 1987, The Edison Awards™ is among the most prestigious accolades honouring excellence in new product and service development, marketing, design and innovation. LSCM’s “Robo-9 with Multi-Sensor Technologies for the Visually Impaired” clinched the Gold Award in the “Engineering & Robotics” category at the event. This innovative technology enhances mobility for the visually impaired with advanced navigation and obstacle avoidance functionalities, simulating the guide dogs. Meanwhile, the “XRCC – Extended Reality Content Creation Suite,” developed in collaboration with The University of Hong Kong and VOTANIC Limited, received the Silver Award in the “Entertainment Design & Experience” category. XRCC empowers users to create dynamic XR experiences for training and experiential learning with ease. LSCM’s success at The Edison Awards™ 2025 signified its dedication to develop innovative technologies in collaboration with various sectors to bring about meaningful and significant benefits to the industry and the community.