First meeting of Board of Directors of The Hong Kong Microelectronics Research and Development Institute held
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HONG KONG, 2 OCTOBER 2024 – Professor Philip Chan Ching Ho chaired the first meeting of the Board of Directors of The Hong Kong Microelectronics Research and Development Institute (MRDI) as its Chairman today, a pivotal step towards furthering the institute's mission of advancing microelectronics research and development.
The Board had insightful discussions on a number of issues, covering the strategic direction of the MRDI, corporate structure, governance, administration and management. Comprised of distinguished individuals with a wealth of experience and expertise in the microelectronics and professional areas, the Board Members bring a wide spectrum of ideas that will drive MRDI towards new heights of innovation and impact, also to leverage the well-established manufacturing industry chain and vast market in the Greater Bay Area. The development of the microelectronics industry not only meets the surging global demand but also dovetails with the national development strategies, consolidating Hong Kong's position as an international innovation and technology centre, and supporting Hong Kong in gathering top-notch research talent from overseas and Mainland.
We are delighted to introduce the founding Members of the Board (whose two-year tenures take effect from 1 September 2024) :-
Non-Official Members (in alphabetical order according to Board Members’ surname)
Chairman
Prof Philip Chan Ching Ho, BBS
Former Deputy President and Provost
and Emeritus Professor (Electrical and Electronic Engineering)
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Prof Chan Chi Hou
Vice President (Community Engagement)
and Chair Professor of Electronic Engineering
City University of Hong Kong
Prof Cheng Kwang Ting
Vice President for Research and Development,
Chair Professor of Electronic and Computer Engineering
and Chair Professor of Computer Science and Engineering
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Mr Choi Chor Ching, Humphrey, MH, JP
Former partner
PwC, Hong Kong
Prof Chuang Tzu Hsiung, Steve
Chairman
Federation of Hong Kong Industries
Mr Hui Chi Wai, Wallace
Chief Executive Officer
ASMPT SEMI Equipment (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
Prof Ko Ping Keung, JP
Emeritus Professor
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
GP, Brizan Ventures
Ir Dr Leung Kwong Wai, Humphrey, JP
Founder and Chairman Emeritus
Solomon Systech (International) Ltd.
Founder and CEO
Growgreen Ltd.
Dr Leung Siu Hong
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Altai Technologies Ltd.
Prof Man Hau Chung
Dean, Faculty of Engineering,
Director of PolyU-Wuxi Technology and Innovation Research Institute,
Director, University Research Facility in 3D Printing,
Cheng Yick-chi Chair Professor in Manufacturing Engineering
and Chair Professor of Materials Engineering
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Prof Tsang Hon Ki
Dean of Engineering
The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Prof Wong Martin Ding Fat
Provost and Chair Professor of Computer Science
Hong Kong Baptist University
Official Members
Permanent Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry
Commissioner for Innovation and Technology
"The establishment of MRDI could not have been possible without the forward-looking and commitment by the Government.," said Prof Philip Chan, Chairman of MRDI Board of Directors. " We are honoured to have such esteemed professionals on our Board of Directors. Their collective knowledge and dedication to advancing microelectronics research and development, especially those for the third-generation semiconductor, will be instrumental in shaping MRDI's core strategies, future initiatives and fostering collaborations that will benefit the industry and community. Under the steer of the Board of Directors and with the support from its staff, MRDI is poised to begin a new journey of growth and innovation, guided by a shared vision of excellence in microelectronics research and development and inject continuous impetus to the growth of Hong Kong."
For more information about MRDI and its Board of Directors, please contact our Marketing and Corporate Communications Department.
About Hong Kong Microelectronics Research and Development Institute (MRDI)
In the 2023 Policy Address, the Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region announced a series of measures to promote Hong Kong’s I&T development, including the establishment of MRDI within 2024 to lead and promote collaboration among universities, research centers and industry. On 17 May 2024, the Finance Committee of Legislative Council approved the creation of a new commitment of $2,838.4 million under the Innovation and Technology Fund for the establishment and operation of MRDI. Two pilot lines of the MRDI will be set up at the Microelectronics Centre in the Yuen Long InnoPark.
MRDI is dedicated to researching and developing core technologies of thirdgeneration semiconductors, with a focus on taking concrete actions in unleashing potential of “1 to N” transformation of R&D outcomes and industry development, thereby contributing to the development of Hong Kong as an international I&T centre.
MRDI initially focuses on supporting third-generation semiconductors, including Silicon Carbide and Gallium Nitride, which are applicable to new energy vehicles, as well as other industrial and consumer electronic products and renewable energy. The market potential for these technologies is enormous. The establishment of MRDI marks a new chapter in the development of microelectronics in Hong Kong and envisions becoming one of the leading institutions supporting microelectronics development in the Asia-Pacific region.
