MoU Signing Ceremony Between LSGI and AMap
On 16 December 2024, a delegation from AMap (高德地图) visited the Department of Land Surveying and Geo-Informatics (LSGI) at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) for a significant signing ceremony. This event marked the formalisation of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the two parties, aimed at fostering collaboration in research development and technology transfer within the Greater Bay Area (GBA).
The delegation from AMap was warmly welcomed by Professor Chen Wu, Head of LSGI, along with Dr Xu Yang, Associate Professor, and other esteemed academic staff members. The MoU outlines a strategic partnership focusing on areas such as smart mobility, tourism, and urban infrastructure planning. Both parties are enthusiastic about exploring opportunities for education and student training within the geospatial industry, further strengthening ties between academia and industry.
The signing of the MoU signifies the beginning of a long-term collaboration between LSGI and AMap, bringing together pioneers in geospatial technologies and smart city development.
Participating Guests from AMap:
• Mr Deng Yu, Head of User Growth & Data
• Mr Yang Hao, Head of International Maps
• Ms Zhang Sha, User & Data Operations Supervisor
• Mr Ren Yue, Product Manager
• Ms Liang Shuang, Business Manager
• Mr He Gengen, Map Consultant
Representatives from PolyU:
• Professor Chen Wu, Head of LSGI
• Dr Xu Yang, Associate Professor
• Dr Liu Xintao, Associate Professor
• Dr Zhuge Chengxiang, Assistant Professor
This collaboration promises to advance the frontiers of geospatial research and smart city solutions, benefiting both the academic community and the industry at large.
