Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP), in collaboration with the Innovation and Technology Commission, officially launched the third InnoHK research cluster, SEAM@InnoHK, at Hong Kong Science Park on September 1, 2026. This new cluster focuses on sustainable development, energy, advanced manufacturing, and materials, and is jointly led by top local and international academic and research institutions. The platform underscores Hong Kong's robust R&D capabilities and global collaboration networks, promising tangible societal benefits and further solidifying the city's role as an international I&T hub.
The launch ceremony was officiated by key figures, including Professor Sun Dong, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry; Ms Cordelia Chung, Chairman of HKSTP; Mr Kelvin Choi, Permanent Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry; Mr Lyu Feng, Deputy Director-General of the Economic and Financial Department II of the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in the HKSAR; Mr Ivan Lee, Commissioner for Innovation and Technology; and Mr Terry Wong, Chief Executive Officer of HKSTP. They were joined by representatives from local and overseas universities, international research organizations, R&D centres, and industry partners to witness the launch and explore the cluster's R&D roadmap and industrial application prospects.
As Hong Kong's largest I&T ecosystem, HKSTP provides comprehensive professional support and resources to the R&D centres under SEAM@InnoHK. This includes world-class R&D infrastructure, connections with academic institutions, talent pools, and investor networks, as well as matchmaking with funding and industry partners. These resources empower teams to transform breakthrough research into scalable, high-impact commercial solutions.
Ms Cordelia Chung, Chairman of HKSTP, highlighted the significance of the occasion: "InnoHK has been with the Science Park for 5 years and this is the start of the second 5-year period. What we can see is that InnoHK has demonstrated the power of collaboration amongst world eminent scholars, researchers, and global partners. The first two clusters, Health@InnoHK and AIR@InnoHK have delivered world-class achievements. We commit to provide all the support we can to the InnoHK teams, as your success will add to the heartbeat of the ecosystem—not only for HKSTP, but for Hong Kong's entire innovation landscape."
SEAM@InnoHK brings together over 30 top global universities and research institutions, including the University of Cambridge, École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), Nagoya University, National University of Singapore, Tsinghua University, and Peking University. Notably, three R&D centres feature collaborations with Nobel Laureates: Professor Ben L. Feringa from the University of Groningen (2016 Nobel Laureate in Chemistry) participates in research at the InnoHK Centre of Functional Materials for Energy and Sustainability (CFMES); Sir Konstantin Novoselov, renowned as the "Father of Graphene" from the National University of Singapore (2010 Nobel Laureate in Physics), serves as principal investigator for the Inno Centre for Heterogeneous Integration and Production (CHIP); and Professor Hiroshi Amano from Nagoya University (2014 Nobel Laureate in Physics) participates in research at InnoHK Power Semiconductors and Applications Center (PowerSAC). This stellar international scientific lineup highlights Hong Kong's unique advantages in assembling world-class research talent, fostering cross-border collaboration, and driving technological innovation.
The eight R&D centres under SEAM@InnoHK cover a wide range of emerging domains. The InnoHK Centre for Advanced and Smart Manufacturing (CASM) aims to lead global manufacturing toward Industry 5.0 by fusing AI, advanced materials, additive manufacturing, and digital twins. The InnoHK Centre of Functional Materials for Energy and Sustainability (CFMES) focuses on breakthrough discoveries in functional materials for energy and sustainability. The InnoHK Centre for Heterogeneous Integration and Production (CHIP) advances next-generation electronics through innovations in semiconductor equipment and material processing. The InnoHK Centre for Space Manufacturing Technology (CSMT) establishes a world-class hub for international research collaboration in space manufacturing. The InnoHK Hong Kong Center for Renewable Energy and Storage (HKCRES) develops high-performance perovskite photovoltaics, green hydrogen systems, and next-generation batteries. The InnoHK Power Semiconductors and Applications Center (PowerSAC) develops advanced power semiconductors for efficient power conversion. The InnoHK Research Centre for Intelligent GRID and Energy Technologies (I-GET) develops intelligent grid and energy technologies for carbon-neutral cities. Finally, the InnoHK Sustainable Materials & Advanced Renewable Technologies (SMARTCentre) leverages AI and smart automation to accelerate materials discovery for circular waste upcycling and clean energy.
InnoHK is a flagship I&T initiative of the HKSAR Government aimed at developing Hong Kong into a global hub for scientific research cooperation. Together with Health@InnoHK and AIR@InnoHK, the three research clusters will further enrich Hong Kong's scientific landscape, accelerating technology transfer, startup incubation, and the growth of the I&T industry. The launch of SEAM@InnoHK marks a pivotal moment in Hong Kong's journey towards becoming a leading global innovation hub.
