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Chang, Wen-Jong
Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, National Cheng Kung University
Professional Experience:
Registered Professional Engineer, Taiwan
ISSMGE TC209 Member
Tong, Lun-Tao
Distinguished Researcher, Material and Chemical Research Laboratories, Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI)
Professional Experience:
Ph.D. in Geophysics, National Central University, 1983–1988
Senior Researcher, Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI), 1988–2026; Green Energy and Environment Research Laboratories and Material and Chemical Research Laboratories.
Extensive experience in applied geophysics for engineering, environmental, energy, and subsurface resource applications.
Major work includes underground utility investigation and management, non-destructive contamination surveys, engineering geophysics, nuclear waste final disposal studies, geological CO₂ storage, and geothermal exploration and potential assessment.
Jeng, Ching-Jiang
Chief Consultant, All-Wisdom Engineering and Technical Consultancy Co., Ltd.
Professional Experience:
Professor, Department of Landscape and Environmental Design, Huafan University
Director, Research Center for Sustainable Development of Hillside Areas, Huafan University
Dean of General Affairs, Huafan University
Professional Civil Engineer; Professional Geotechnical Engineer
Geotechnical Engineer, China Engineering Consultants, Inc.
Franklin To
is a civil and geotechnical engineer with 12 years of professional experience in Hong Kong. His expertise covers planning, feasibility studies, detailed design and site supervision of rock tunnels and caverns. He specialises in permanent rock reinforcement (i.e. RRA using shotcrete and rock bolts), use of explosives, groundwater inflow control, tunnel excavation in rock/mixed/soft ground, contract specifications and quality assurance. He has served as a Resident Geotechnical Engineer (Caverns) for the project Relocation of Sha Tin Sewage Treatment Works to Caverns – Main Caverns Construction), which is the largest rock caverns in Asia using RRA for permanent rock supports. He acted as the GEO/Mines approved Blasting Competent Supervisor (BCS) for underground blasting works (including Mode A Store Entry) and the Category I Supervisor for both Tunnelling Works and Geotechnical Works.
His technical strengths include empirical and analytical analysis, advanced numerical modelling (UDEC, RS2, RS3, PLAXIS 2D/3D), blasting impact assessment, hydrogeological assessment, structural analysis, and geotechnical instrumentation & monitoring.
Usman MAJEED
Geotechnical Engineer specializing in numerical analysis, LS-DYNA modeling, and slope design
Usman is a Geotechnical Engineer with a PhD in Civil Engineering, specializing in numerical analysis, LS-DYNA modelling, and slope design. He has delivered complex projects in debris flow analysis, slope stabilization, ELS works, geotechnical site supervision, and wind farm foundation design. He also served as an Assistant Professor and has published research in leading journals.
Ina WONG
is a distinguished leader in construction innovation and digital transformation, with extensive professional experience in delivering intelligent infrastructure and advancing technology adoption across Hong Kong’s public works sector. She possesses exceptional expertise and notable achievements in driving AI- and IoT-enabled solutions for major infrastructure projects, contributing significantly to the digitalization and modernization of the construction industry. In her role leading innovation and digital initiatives, Ina has overseen the entire lifecycle of technology deployment—from research and development to field implementation—establishing agile frameworks and innovation pipelines that transform conceptual ideas into deployable AI products. She successfully founded and scaled the company’s first integrated technology division, bringing together professionals from engineering, IT, and data science to deliver award-winning digital solutions. With an academic foundation in Political Science, Ina integrates strategic understanding of governance, public policy, and stakeholder dynamics into her approach to technological innovation. She has extensive experience fostering collaboration among government departments, consultants, and global innovators, ensuring that emerging technologies align with public policy objectives and national smart infrastructure goals. Leveraging her proven track record in innovation management, cross-sector engagement, and strategic policy alignment, Ina combines visionary leadership with practical execution capability—providing a powerful driving force for the digital transformation and intelligent development of Hong Kong’s construction and infrastructure sectors.
CHENG Ho Lam Holly
Principal Geologist, C M Wong & Associates Ltd.
CE32/2024(GE) Identification of Vulnerable Hillside Catchments Affecting Existing Important Facilities on Hong Kong Island and Outlying Islands – Feasibility Study
Development of Upgrading Works Cost and Time Estimator for Landslip Prevention and Mitigation Programme (LPMitP)
Establishment and Pilot Run of Smart Site Safety System for LPMitP
Inspection of Remaining Dwellings under Non-Development Clearance(NDC) Programme
Ir. Dr. TAN Yean Chin
is a Professional Engineer with Practicing Certificate and an Accredited Checker (Geotechnical) registered with the Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM). He is a registered ASEAN Chartered Professional Engineer (ACPE) as well as an APEC Engineer and International Professional Engineer (IPEA) in Malaysia and Australia. He is also a registered Foreign Professional Engineer in Myanmar and Cambodia.
Ir. TEH Wai San
is a Professional Engineer registered with the Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM), with over 15 years of experience in geotechnical engineering spanning infrastructure, rail transit, tunnelling, deep excavation, slope strengthening, ground improvement, and geotechnical instrumentation monitoring.
Ir. Lee Chee Kien (CK)
is a professional civil engineer with practicing certificate (PEPC Civil), and an associate member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (ACIArb). He specialises in geotechnical engineering and has managed several megaprojects as the geotechnics leader.
Ir. Lee Chee Kien is a Senior Engineer who defines professional competency by combining engineering technical excellence and proficiency with the laws and regulations governing the profession.
Kathireen Kalaivani A/P Rajamanickam
is a Geotechnical Engineer in the Geotechnical Consultancy Unit of the Engineering Department at the City Council of Penang Island. With over 12 years of experience in geotechnical engineering, she has worked with several engineering consultancy firms before joining the local authority. She holds a Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia. Her areas of interest include hillside development, geotechnical governance, landslide risk management, and the integration of GIS, and digital technologies for geotechnical asset management and decision-making.
Sri Mageswari A/P Pattel
is the Head of the Smart City Unit at the City Council of Penang Island. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science from Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP) and has been actively involved in the development of the Virtual Island of Penang (VIP) platform and other digital solutions that support data-driven urban management and governance. Her work focuses on Geographic Information Systems (GIS), data integration, digital innovation, and the application of emerging technologies to enhance municipal services and operational efficiency. She has played a key role in advancing smart-city initiatives, real-time analytics, and geospatial technologies within the local authority.
Tan Jia Jun
is a Geotechnical Engineer with Arup Jururunding and was previously a Geotechnical Engineer at the City Council of Penang Island. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering from the University of Manchester, an MSc in Geotechnical Engineering from the University of Birmingham, and a PhD in Geotechnical Engineering from Universiti Sains Malaysia.
Dr. Chin Yaw Ming
is a geotechnical and foundation specialist with more than 34 years of experience in deep excavations, heavy foundations, hillside developments, and geotechnical risk management. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering, a Master of Engineering, and a PhD from Curtin University of Technology, Australia. He is the Principal of CYM Consult and serves as an adviser to the Geotechnical Consultancy Unit of the City Council of Penang Island. He has been actively involved in promoting risk-based hillside development management and the application of GIS and geospatial technologies for slope safety and geotechnical asset management in Penang.
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