A delegation from Zhejiang Geely Holding Group Co., Ltd. (Geely Holding) visited The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) on 26 February. Both parties engaged in in-depth discussions on scientific research collaboration and talent cultivation.
Prof. DONG Cheng, Associate Vice President (Mainland Research Advancement) of PolyU, introduced the university's outstanding achievements in academic research, technological innovation, and the collaboration between industry, academia, and research. Meanwhile, Mr. REN Xiangfei, Executive Vice President of the Geely Research Institute, provided a comprehensive overview of Geely Group's current development, future strategies, and key technologies driving automotive advancement.
During the meeting, Ir Prof. CHAN Ching-chuen, Distinguished Chair Professor of the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering of PolyU, Prof. YANG Hongxia, Associate Dean (Global Engagement) of the Faculty of Computer and Mathematical Sciences of PolyU, and Prof. ZHAO Haitao, Professor of the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering of PolyU, presented their research on electric vehicle, large language models, and smart manufacturing, showcasing PolyU's leading research in these vital fields.
Following the meeting, the delegation visited the Research Centre for Electric Vehicles and explored the university's research facilities and achievements.
This visit provided an excellent platform for communications between Geely Holding and PolyU, establishing a solid foundation for future collaborations and contributing to the high-quality development of China’s automotive industry.
