The 2024 Underwater Unmanned Systems Challenge (Hong Kong and Macau Regions Competition) organised by the Hong Kong Science Popularisation and Science Fiction Academy, and co-organised by The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) and Yau Tsim Mong Youth Society, was successfully held on 2 July at the PolyU Jockey Club Auditorium. More than 700 teachers, students, parents and stakeholders from the technology and education sectors gathered to watch the competitions of various teams.
To enhance the celebratory atmosphere in commemoration of the 27th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to the motherland, the organiser made a special invitation to the Guangdong Guo Qi Hu Wei Dui to perform a National Flag display ceremony and foot drill during the opening ceremony, showcasing the team’s high spirit and confidence.
Professor Christopher Chao, Vice President (Research and Innovation) of PolyU, remarked that PolyU has always been committed to cultivating future leaders with innovative spirit and interdisciplinary thinking. By participating in competitions and trainings, students could gain a better understanding of cutting-edge marine science and technology, acquire scientific research methods and skills and develop their interest and ability in interdisciplinary studies. Young people are the pioneers in the innovation and development of the country. PolyU spares no effort to build a platform for the youth to showcase their talents and innovations, laying a solid foundation for their future development.
This event attracted over 90 teams from more than 60 primary and secondary schools across the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. After over 3 months of professional training and guidance, and passing the preliminary round, the teams demonstrated outstanding comprehensive strength and teamwork at the finals. The selected teams will participate in the national finals, which are scheduled in August.
