Chairman’s message

HKIE BSD - Chairman’s Message 2025/2026

It is a profound honour to serve as the Chairman of the Building Services Division for the 2025/2026 session. I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to all past Chairmen for their exemplary leadership, and to our dedicated committee members, observers, and volunteers for their invaluable contributions. In particular, I wish to thank Immediate Past Chairman Ir Jimmy Li for his unwavering commitment and guidance throughout the past year.

As Hong Kong continues to navigate a dynamic and evolving economic landscape, the role of Building Services professionals has never been more critical. In the wake of the pandemic, while signs of recovery are emerging, global economic uncertainties and geopolitical challenges persist. In this context, our profession stands at a pivotal juncture—tasked not only with supporting economic revitalization but also with enhancing the resilience and sustainability of our built environment.

Innovation will be a cornerstone of our initiatives. Through our various task groups, we will actively promote the adoption of advanced technologies, drive operational excellence, and elevate user experience across the industry.

Collaboration is another key to our success. The Division will foster strong partnerships with government bodies, industry stakeholders, and other HKIE divisions. We will continue to organize joint technical visits and seminars, including those in the Greater Bay Area (GBA), and explore mutual recognition opportunities with professional bodies in the region. These efforts will enhance professional mobility and create new opportunities for our members.

We also recognize the importance of community engagement. Through our school outreach initiative, ConnectwithBSD, and our social media platforms, we will promote awareness of Building Services Engineering and inspire the next generation to pursue careers in this vital field.

Looking ahead, we will continue to advocate for our profession, support our members, and champion sustainable and innovative engineering practices. I invite all of you to actively participate in our upcoming programs and events. Your continued support is essential to our shared success.

Thank you.

Ir John Chan 
Chairman
HKIE-Building Services Division (2025-2026)