The advantages of MiC have already been recognised in other places and will be particularly beneficial in high-density Hong Kong. Several up-to-20-storey buildings are currently being built in Hong Kong using MiC. “The idea is to minimise activities on site,” explained Dr Wei Pan, Associate Professor of the Department of Civil Engineering and Executive Director of the Centre for Innovation in Construction and Infrastructure Development, who described his work as impact-driven research that directly impacts government policy and advises construction.