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HKU Faculty of Architecture Incubates Potential Unicorn with Launch of Innovative SuperApp for Smart Cities
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HKU Faculty of Architecture Incubates Potential Unicorn with Launch of Innovative SuperApp for Smart Cities
19 Nov 2023
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(From left to right): Dr. Randy Tsui, Founder of Keptain MENA Investment No.1 LPF; Ir Dr. Alfred Tan, Deputy Director of Technology Transfer Office, The University of Hong Kong; Ms. Angel Wang, Chairwoman of EU-China Commission Financial Council; Chair Professor Chris Webster, Dean of the Faculty of Architecture at the University of Hong Kong; Mr. Tai Sheung Shing, Victor, JP, Under Secretary for Housing of HKSAR Government; Dr. George Lam, BBS, JP, Chair of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UN ESCAP) Sustainable Business Network (ESBN); Ir Thomas Ho, JP, Chairman of the Construction Industry Council; Ir Dr. Llewellyn Tang, Founder and CEO of LPC; Mr. Benny Chen, Director of Hong Kong Green Building System Limited
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Image of the panel discussion: Mr. Bong Chan, SR TMT Leader of Deloitte China and Lead Partner of Hong Kong Science Park Office; Dr. Albert Yip, Chairman of Syndicate Group; Mr. James Thompson, Head of Digital Department at Gammon; Mr. Kevin Wong, Global Director of Built Environment of BSI Group; Mr. Landson Li, Chief Technology Officer of LPC; Prof. Linlin Shen, Professor of Shenzhen University, Computer Science and Software (AI Lab)
Llewellyn & Partners Co. Ltd. (LPC), the first potential unicorn incubated by The University of Hong Kong's (HKU) MetaBIM Research Laboratory, has launched the first SuperApp for smart city.
SuperApp aspires to cultivate smarter and sustainable cities by streamlining data processing and integrating ISO knowledge to generate data-driven insights. AutoCDE, an all-encompassing smart assets system within the SuperApp, exemplifies intelligent BIM solutions, benefiting sectors such as transportation, property management, public utility, and community activities, in pursuit of carbon neutrality. The SuperApp will be developed and applicable across 160 countries.
LPC has recently finalised its series A funding, successfully securing HK$25 million with a valuation reaching HK$424 million.
Earlier in November, the company signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Hong Kong Green Building System and Keptain MENA Investment No.1 LPF.
Under the MOU, LPC will establish a joint venture company with HKGBS and Keptain. The collaboration aims to drive innovation and advancement in smart technology and carbon management initiatives, primarily focusing on the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Indonesia, and other emerging markets.
The primary objective of this collaboration is to encourage the adoption of carbon management standards and sustainable practices in the targeted regions, seizing the vast opportunities presented by the smart cities industry worldwide. The joint venture is dedicated to advancing global infrastructure by implementing smart technology solutions in alignment with ESG principles and Carbon Neutrality goals.
This joint venture is committed to advancing global infrastructure by implementing intelligent technology solutions, aligned with ESG principles and Carbon Neutrality goals. LPC pledges to contribute smart digitalisation and ESG solutions, as well as indispensable technological expertise and knowledge to enhance systems. Concurrently, HKGBS and Keptain offer their respective proficiencies in green building technologies and global investment guidance.
Dean of the Faculty of Architecture at HKU, Chair Professor Chris Webster said: "LPC represents the collective effort of many and demonstrates our Faculty's fertile ground for breaking new ground in the construction-tech space. LPC is the dream of one of Faculty of Architecture's professors and his MetaBIM research group. It reveals the power of aligning academic imagination, research and knowledge creation with compelling use cases that unleash the potential of advanced technology for smarter, greener and more efficient city-building."
Founder and CEO of LPC, Ir Dr. Llewellyn Tang said: "LPC's progressive mindset is exemplified by our advanced platform and services, as well as strategic partnerships with renowned experts in the real estate, construction and investment sectors. These alliances bring invaluable expertise and incorporate influential perspectives, making them a true embodiment of LPC's unwavering commitment to innovation and green solutions. This steadfast dedication to excellence sets LPC apart and reinforces our leadership in the field."
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