Development of Satellite Town – Shatin New Town received the Certificate of Merit in the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers 50th Anniversary Legacy Award - Infrastructure Category
Date of Award: 03/04/2025
To celebrate its 50th anniversary, the HKIE established the Legacy Award, comprising three categories, namely Innovation, Industry, and Infrastructure, to honour exceptional engineering projects and technologies that have delivered profound benefits to the engineering sector, industry and society in Hong Kong and globally over the past half-century. We were honoured to receive the Certificate of Merit in the Infrastructure Category at the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers 50th Anniversary Legacy Award for the "Development of Satellite Town – Shatin New Town".
The development of Shatin New Town stands as a landmark achievement, addressing housing shortages through innovative planning and engineering. Its integrated transport infrastructure, including the Mass Transit Railway, set a precedent for sustainable urban growth. Today, home for 700,000 residents, Shatin exemplifies a balanced, community-centric model with green spaces and essential amenities. This project highlights Hong Kong's commitment to sustainable urban development, showcasing technical excellence and forward-thinking design that continues to inspire future city planning.
