CEDD signs MOU with Nanjing University of Science and Technology (with photos)

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     The Civil Engineering and Development Department (CEDD) and the Nanjing University of Science and Technology (NJUST) signed a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in Nanjing today (October 21) to enhance collaboration in the fields of civil explosives and safe blasting technologies.

     The MOU was jointly signed by the Director of Civil Engineering and Development and the Commissioner of Mines, Mr Michael Fong, and the President of the NJUST, Professor Yang Yixin. The scope of co-operation covers personnel training, technical exchanges, and the promotion of research, development, and application of frontier technologies, with a view to enhancing the safety and efficiency of blasting operations in infrastructure projects.

     Speaking at the signing ceremony, Mr Fong expressed his hope that deepening co-operation would further enhance the professional capabilities of frontline regulatory and operational personnel. He added that the collaboration will drive the digital and intelligent development of civil explosives technology and management, thereby providing efficient and safe technical support for works projects such as those in the Northern Metropolis, while assisting in promoting the country's advanced civil explosives technologies to overseas markets.

     Professor Yang stated that the civil explosives field is continuously advancing towards safe development and high-quality development in accordance with the National 15th Five-Year Plan. Capitalising on its research experience and technological edge in frontier blasting safety, the NJUST will combine its expertise with the engineering practice and practical applications of the CEDD to achieve in-depth synergy.

The NJUST is a national key university affiliated with the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology. Many of its research achievements in fields such as chemistry, chemical engineering, and energetic materials hold leading positions both domestically and internationally. The university houses the China National Quality Inspection and Testing Center for Industrial Explosive Materials, which is a recognised national-level statutory inspection agency.

Ends/Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Issued at HKT 15:00

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The Civil Engineering and Development Department and the Nanjing University of Science and Technology (NJUST) signed a three-year Memorandum of Understanding in Nanjing today (October 21). Photo shows the Director of Civil Engineering and Development and the Commissioner of Mines, Mr Michael Fong (left), and the President of the NJUST, Professor Yang Yixin (right), at the signing ceremony.

The Civil Engineering and Development Department (CEDD) and the Nanjing University of Science and Technology (NJUST) signed a three-year Memorandum of Understanding in Nanjing today (October 21). Photo shows the Director of Civil Engineering and Development and the Commissioner of Mines, Mr Michael Fong (sixth left), the President of the NJUST, Professor Yang Yixin (sixth right), and other representatives of the CEDD and the NJUST.