The 36th KKHTCNN Symposium on Civil Engineering

2-5 December 2025, Hong Kong, China

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About the Conference

Connect. Innovate. Collaborate.

The Thirty-Sixth KKHTCNN Symposium on Civil Engineering will be held at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology from 2 to 5 December 2025. This annual gathering brings together faculty and students from seven leading Asian universities, renowned for their excellence in civil engineering, to share the latest developments and emerging directions in civil engineering.

Participants will present cutting-edge research findings, exchange innovative ideas, and explore new collaborative opportunities to advance the field.

KKHTCNN Symposium 2025 - Hong Kong

Registration

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After Online Payment

Upon successful online payment, you will receive:

  • Confirmation email with payment details
  • Electronic receipt for your records

Please bring your confirmation email (digital or printed) to the registration location to collect your conference kit, lunch, dinner and banquet tickets.

Note for Offline Payment

For participants who are unable to complete online payment, cash payment will be accepted at the registration desk. Please bring the exact amount of registration fee for convenience. Conference accepts HKD only.

Faculty

3,120 HKD

Students

1,560 HKD

Registration fee includes:

Conference kit
Refreshments
2-day lunches
Welcome dinner
Banquet
Technical tour

Registration Schedule

Recommended Registration

2 December 2025

14:00 - 18:00

Extended Registration

3 December 2025

08:00 - 12:00

Registration Location: In front of Lecture Theater A, Academic Building, HKUST

Conference Schedule

For a more detailed schedule, please download the complete program (PDF)

Tuesday, 2 December 2025

14:00 - 18:00

Registration

If you are unable to register in this period, you can register on 3 December from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM.

Wednesday, 3 December 2025

8:00 - 12:00

Registration

09:30 - 09:35

Welcoming Address

Prof. Hong K Lo, Dean of School of Engineering, HKUST

09:35 - 09:40

Opening Address

Prof. Limin Zhang, Head of Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, HKUST

09:40 - 10:10

Group Photo Session

10:10 - 10:30

Morning Break

10:30 - 12:00

Keynote Speeches

Three keynotes by distinguished experts

12:30 - 14:00

Lunch

Venue: Outside of Lecture Theater A, Academic Building

14:00 - 15:30

Parallel Technical Sessions

Multiple tracks covering various civil engineering disciplines

15:30 - 15:45

Afternoon Break

15:45 - 17:30

Parallel Technical Sessions

Multiple tracks covering various civil engineering disciplines

Thursday, 4 December 2025

09:00 - 10:30

Parallel Technical Sessions

Multiple tracks covering various civil engineering disciplines

10:30 - 10:45

Morning Break

10:45 - 12:30

Parallel Technical Sessions

Multiple tracks covering various civil engineering disciplines

12:30 - 14:00

Lunch

Venue: Outside of Lecture Theater A, HKUST

14:00 - 16:00

Parallel Technical Sessions

Multiple tracks covering various civil engineering disciplines

15:30 - 17:30

KKHTCNN Coordinators Meeting

Venue: Conference Room (Room 3574) of Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering, HKUST

Friday, 5 December 2025

08:50

Gathering Location

Venue: Crowne Plaza Hong Kong Kowloon East, Tower 5, No. 3 Tong Tak Street, Tseung Kwan O

09:00 - 16:00

Technical Tour Activities

  • Site visit: Design and Construction of Light Public Housing at Olympic Avenue, Kai Tak
  • Kai Tak Sports Park visit
  • Lunch

Conference Venue

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST)

The 36th KKHTCNN Symposium on Civil Engineering will be held at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, a world-class institution renowned for its excellence in engineering and technology education and research.

Located in the beautiful Clear Water Bay area, HKUST offers state-of-the-art academic facilities, stunning campus views, and a conducive environment for academic discourse and collaboration.

Venue Details

  • Main Venue: Lecture Theater A, Academic Building
  • Technical Sessions: Various rooms in Academic Building
  • Welcome Dinner: Hung Kee Seafood Restaurant, Sai Kung
  • Conference Banquet: G/F China Garden (南北小廚), HKUST
HKUST Campus

HKUST Campus

Clear Water Bay, Kowloon

Download Campus Map & Guide

All venue information including campus maps, transportation details, and building locations are available in our comprehensive guide.

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Campus Navigation Tips

Lift Navigation System

The Academic Building has over 30 lifts with a systematic numbering system. To find your destination, locate the lift nearest to your desired location.

Lift numbers follow a logical sequence that corresponds to building sections, making navigation easier once you understand the pattern.

HKUST Path Advisor

For real-time navigation assistance on campus, we recommend using the official HKUST Path Advisor app. This helpful tool provides step-by-step directions to any location on campus.

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Conference Facilities

All symposium sessions will take place in the Academic Building, which offers modern presentation facilities, high-speed internet, and comfortable seating arrangements.

Refreshments

Complimentary refreshments will be provided at Room 2131C and 2132C (9:00 - 12:00 & 14:00 - 17:00 on 3 December and 4 December).

Conference Organizers

The 36th KKHTCNN Symposium on Civil Engineering is proudly hosted by the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST), in collaboration with six distinguished partner universities from across Asia.

Organizers

Conference Coordinators

Prof. Xueqing (Eric) Zhang The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Prof. Hideaki Yasuhara Kyoto University
Prof. Hyung-Jo Jung Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology
Prof. Fang Liu Tongji University
Prof. Suched Likitlersuang Chulalongkorn University
Prof. Albert Y. Chen National Taiwan University
Prof. Sze Dai Pang National University of Singapore

Conference Materials

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Conference Program

Complete schedule, breakout sessions, and detailed program information.

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Venue Map & Guide

Venue layout, facility locations, and transportation guide.

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Proceedings

Conference proceedings includings all abstracts and full papers submitted.

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