LSCM took part in the DesignInspire 2018 organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council on 6-8 December 2018. The Smart-service Robot was showcased at the thematic pavilion “Urbanovation” which focused on robotic applications, STEAM education and smart living. During the three-day event, many visitors came to LSCM booth to experience the various health monitoring functions of the robot.  

The Innovation and Technology Commission (ITC) set up an ITC Pavillion at the SmartBiz Expo organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council from 5 to 7 December 2018. Sharing the Pavillion with the four other research and development centres, LSCM showcased its latest technologies which are applicable to the logistics industry. The technologies showcased at the expo were the “Follow-me” Robots & Platooning Technology, AI Vision of AGVs, Heavy Duty Autonomous Guided Vehicle (AGV), Warehouse Smart Lifter and Product Authentication with Blockchain Technology. Mr Paul Chan Mo-po, Financial Secretary, visited LSCM booth to obtain the information about the technologies. Favorable responses were received from industry practitioners during the three-day expo.

Organised by the Airport Authority Hong Kong, the Smart Airport – Technovation Conference & Exhibition 2018 was held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre on 28-29 November 2018. LSCM and its partners demonstrated SHIELD and Leading Environmentally Friendly Random Packaging Technology at the event. Visitors from the aviation and IT industry participated in the event to exchange ideas and knowledge of the latest technologies in the industries. Mr Simon Wong, Chief Executive Officer of LSCM, was invited to discuss the future and challenges of Robotics and AGVs at the Conference.  

LSCM participated in the Gerontech and Innovation Expo cum Summit (GIES) held on 22 to 25 November 2018, which was organised by the Government of the HKSAR and the Hong Kong Council of Social Service. GIES is a platform for drawing together stakeholders to engage in dialogues and collaboration in driving policy changes, as well as societal and economic developments in Hong Kong to embrace the opportunities brought about by ageing population. At the expo, LSCM showcased its latest technologies and demonstrated how to deploy these technologies in elderly services. Thousands of visitors were attracted to the LSCM booth and enjoyed the trial of the new technologies such as Smart-service Robot, Elderly Lifter, UWB Monitoring System and “Follow Me” Wheelchair Robot. The “Follow-Me” Wheelchair Robot drew the attention of Mr Matthew Cheung Kin-chung, Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Nicholas W Yang, Secretary for Innovation and Technology and Mr Bernard Chan, Chairperson of HKCSS. Mrs Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor, Chief Executive, also visited LSCM booth to learn more about how these technologies can help enhance the quality of life of the elderly.

LSCM joined the ALMC 2018 as organised by the Trade Development Council on 20-21 November 2018. This year’s ALMC focused on three key areas – Asian connectivity, new retail revolution and its implications to logistics, as well as logistics technology. Over 2,000 logistics professionals from all over the world attended this two-day event. LSCM showcased the Heavy Duty Autonomous Guided Vehicle (AGV), Warehouse Smart Lifter and “Follow Me” Robot at the event. Numerous visitors were attracted to the LSCM booth, many of whom were impressed by the technology demonstration.

Organised by the Innovation and Technology Commission (ITC), the nine-day InnoCarnival 2018 was held at the Hong Kong Science Park from 3-11 November 2018. LSCM specially designed two interactive games, the EEG Remote Control Robot and Creative Selfie Robot, for the public to experience the fun and convenience brought by innovation and technology.  Mr Paul Chan Mo-po, Financial Secretary, as well as other distinguished guests visited LSCM booth to experience the two fun-filled games. LSCM booth was very popular throughout the nine days among visitors. There were also wide media coverages about LSCM at the Carnival. For instance, the hosts of a TVB Programme visited LSCM booth and interviewed Mr. Simon Wong, Chief Executive Officer of LSCM, about the showcased technology.