Visit to Contract No. YL/2022/01: site formation and works for Yuen Long South First Phase Development Contract 3

Overview

Key highlights for this technical visit include: 

Learn about the Yuen Long South (YLS) Development, the third major New Development Area project following Kwu Tung North/Fanling North and Hung Shui Kiu/Ha Tsuen, supporting Hong Kong’s medium to longterm housing supply.  

Understand the scope of Contract No. YL/2022/01 – Contract 3, including land decontamination, site formation, reconstruction of Tong Yan San Tsuen Interchange, and associated road works.  

Observe the application of a Rectangular Tunnel Boring Machine (RTBM) for constructing a subway beneath Yuen Long Highway, avoiding open excavation and minimising traffic disruption.  

Gain practical insights into innovative tunnelling techniques, construction planning, and safety management adopted in a complex livetraffic environment. 

• Capacity: Maximum of 20 participants with priority given to ICE Members at all grades 
• Dress code: Long trousers and full PPE (helmet with chin strap, reflective vest, safety boots) 
• Required certificates: Valid Green Card 
• Shuttle bus will be provided from Yuen Long MTR Station to the site and return 
• Registration deadline: 24 April 2026 (Friday) 

Notes 

• Registration will be confirmed on a first-come-first-served basis, with priority given to ICE Members.  
• Only successful applicants will be notified. 
• The event will be conducted primarily in Cantonese and English terms will be introduced where appropriate. 
• Attendance certificates will be provided within two weeks of the event only if attendees participate for the entire duration of the event. 
• Applicants with no-show records will be given lower priority in future ICEHKA events. 

Adverse weather arrangement 

The event will be cancelled or rescheduled to another date in the case of a red or black rainstorm signal, or typhoon signal no. 3 or above is issued by the Hong Kong Observatory at or after 06.30. The organiser reserves the right to cancel or reschedule the event in view of safety or other considerations.  

Disclaimer 

The Institution of Civil Engineers (Hong Kong Association) shall not under any circumstances be liable or otherwise for death, any injury, any damage to, loss or destruction of property or otherwise, in any such case arising from any accident or mishap, whether during or after this event, in preparation for it, travelling to or from it or other G&S events. 

The above is subject to change without prior notice. 

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