The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Hong Kong Institute of Construction (HKIC) to promote professional standards, industry knowledge sharing, and talent development for the construction sector.

The MoU was signed by Dr. Morgan Yang, Director of HKIC and Adrian Montague, Director of the CIOB Academy at an event in Hong Kong on Monday 9 February 2026.

The collaboration aims to facilitate closer dialogue and joint initiatives between HKIC and CIOB. Under the agreement, the two bodies will work together to enhance professional and safety standards using training programs to support the development of competent and highly skilled construction professionals.

The partnership will also facilitate progression pathways for HKIC graduates into CIOB membership, including Technical Membership (TechCIOB), promote knowledge sharing through seminars and workshops on key industry topics, and explore further collaboration opportunities such as vocational programmes and professional certification initiatives.

Upon signing the MoU, Adrian Montague said: “I am delighted to be in Hong Kong to participate in the signing of our Memorandum of Understanding with the Hong Kong Institute of Construction. For the Chartered Institute of Building, this is another important partnership with a prestigious organisation which will help in supporting our valued international community of built environment students, academics and professionals and help all of us in delivering high standards and driving the industry forward.”

Speaking at the signing event, Ir Albert Cheng, Executive Director of Hong Kong’s Construction Industry Council highlighted Hong Kong has long served as a “super connector,” linking the Chinese Mainland with the international community.

He said: “The HKIC remains committed to identifying and creating opportunities for its graduates. This collaboration with CIOB will further strengthen the articulation between vocational education and professional practice, providing industry practitioners with a clearer career progression pathway and access to internationally recognised professional qualifications, thereby supporting the sustainable development of Hong Kong’s construction industry.”