The Lighthouse Q3 2020

Events | Benevolence | Industry News Q3 2020

INVESTING IN SPORTS for the HEALTH OF NATIONS

Lighthouse Club International Australia | Cambodia | China | Hong Kong | Macau | Malaysia | Myanmar | Philippines | Singapore | Thailand | UK / Ireland | Vietnam

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The Lighthouse

Chairman’s Message

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About The Lighthouse Club

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he Lighthouse is the magazine of Lighthouse Club International, originally established in 1998 as Lighthouse Club Asia Pacific Region and superseded in November 2017 by Lighthouse Club International. With its roots in England in 1956, the Hong Kong Branch was formed in 1986.

s we approach the end of Q3 in this most challenging and unusual of years, I remain extremely impressed by the resilience and commitment of our members.

The aims of the Lighthouse Club are to promote good fellowship amongst its members who work in or are associated with the construction industry and to provide charitable assistance to those in need within the construction industry and to their dependents in qualifying cases.

Our various Branches and Chapters are continuing, as best they can, with as much as possible of their work and activities. At the time of writing, the only branches holding regular events are Bangkok, Macau and Perth; and Singapore and Kuala Lumpur have experimented with online events. Well done and we hope that the rest of us are able to resume our get-togethers sooner rather than later.

In addition to the charitable works of the individual branches of the Lighthouse Club, Lighthouse Club International has two related Hong Kong based charities which provide charitable assistance worldwide: The James Battersby Lighthouse Club Educational Trust which provides assistance for education and training to qualifying young persons; The Lighthouse Club Asia Pacific Region Benevolent Trust which provides assistance to relieving poverty and financial need to persons currently or previously employed in the building and civil engineering industries and allied trades.

Our charities continue with their essential work of assisting the less fortunate within our industry. Once again: a big thank you to all members and to the Trustees for your support.

The Lighthouse Q3 2020

It is with pleasure that I can announce that our new Honorary President of Lighthouse Club International is Mr John Battersby. John is well known to you all.

John replaces Mr Nicolas Borit, who completed his three-year term in February this year. A big thank you to Nicolas for past efforts and support; and a big welcome to John in anticipation of his future support and hard work.

Lighthouse Club International Suite 1901-2, Hopewell Centre 183 Queen’s Road East, Wan Chai, Hong Kong info@lighthouseclubintl.com

One of the two main themes in this issue of “The Lighthouse” centres around Membership and inclusivity, as opposed to exclusivity which has kept us apart from each other for all these months. Inclusivity is also a word associated with sport which is the second theme of Q3. Even in these restricted times, sport still plays a major part of people’s lives and we hope that you will enjoy reading some of the articles regarding featured arenas etc.

Editorial Committee: Elaine Man / Janey Rogers / John Battersby / Michael Hoare (Consulting Editor) /Mike Staley / Steve Tennant / Alfred Ng (Liaison)

Stay safe and well, everyone.

Glenn Haley, Chairman, Lighthouse Club International Official website : www.lighthouseclubintl.com The Lighthouse is online at www.issuu.com/rofmedia

Administrator: Elaine Man E: info@lighthouseclubhk.com T: +852 2736 9885

Publisher: Mike Staley E: publisher@rofmedia.com T: +852 3150 8988 Advertising: Bryan Chan E: bryan@rofmedia.com T: +852 3150 8912 Layouts: Michelle Morkel Designed & Published by ROF Media

The Lighthouse Club International

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Contents

Honorary President and Honorary Life Chairman John Battersby Honorary Life Members Willie Kay – Singapore Les Leslie – Hong Kong & UK Nick Longley – Hong Kong & Australia Steve Tennant – Hong Kong Phil Thoburn - Manila

In This Issue

Cover Image Courtesy of One Bite Design

Executive Committee: Chairman Glenn Haley, Glenn.haley@bclplaw.com Immediate Past Chairman Rod Noble, Roderick.noble@39essex.com Chairman Elect Robert Gordon. Robert.gordon@burohappold.com Deputy Chairman Keith Buckley, keith.buckley@lighthouseclubmacau.com Secretary Steve Tennant, stevetennanthongkong@gmail.com Treasurer Phil Clarke, phillip.clarke@lighthouseclubmacau.com

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Membership Secretary Jim Chessell, jchessell@bkasiapacific.com

Elected Branch Representative: Australia

Paul Roberts proberts@secretariat-intl.com Nick Longley Nick.longley@hfw.com

Cambodia

Kerr Thomson kerr.thomson@covathinking.com

Hong Kong

John Battersby johnbattersby@bkasiapacific.com Steve Tennant stevetennanthongkong@gmail.com Robert Gordon robert.gordon@burohappold.com

Macau

Keith Buckley keith.buckley@lighthouseclubmacau.com Phil Clarke phillip.clarke@lighthouseclubmacau.com

Malaysia

Ronan Collins Ronan_hongkong@me.com

Myanmar

John Anderson johna@meinhardt.net

Philippines

Sam Powell samuel.powell@hmrphils.com

Singapore

Jim Chessell jchessell@bkasiapacific.com

Thailand

Gareth Hughes Gareth.hughes@rsmthailand.com

Vietnam

Colin Johnston cjohnston@bkasiapacific.com

Benevolence

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The Lap Dog Challenge 2020 - 5th Anniversary

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Plus 3: integrity, creative solutions and valued service

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16 19 Special Report: Membership of Lighthouse Club International 30 Unlocking the different aspects of construction’s own Club 32 One Bite Design’s inspired 4,000 sqm Tuen Mun roof-top 38 Sports Infrastructure beats at the heart of a healthy nation

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Shatin to Central: a more comprehensive railway network

Branch Reports

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Singapore

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Benevolence - Hong Kong

The Lap Dog Challenge celebrates its 5th Anniversary in 2020. Since 2016, this annual charity event has raised a total of over HK$5 million for the Lighthouse Club Hong Kong Benevolent Fund.

LAP DOG CHALLENGE 2020

Lap Dog Challenge 2020 will be run on Saturday 7 November 2020 at the Stanley Ho Sports Institute athletics track, Pok Fu Lam. For the uninitiated, the Lap Dog Challenge requires teams of five runners to complete as many laps of a 400m running track as they can within five hours. It is not a relay. The purpose of the runners’ efforts being to raise funds through sponsorship for the Lighthouse Club charities.

This year eight teams, comprising 40 runners will be looking to beat the 2019 total of 3,422 laps, or 1,369km! The 2020 teams are BKAsiaPacific, Dragages, Gammon, Hip Hing, ISG/Commtech Asia, Leighton, The Lighthouse Club Hong Kong and WT Partnership.

The 2020 fundraising effort has got off to a fantastic start thanks to our named sponsors Chun Wo Development Holdings Limited, JEB, Life Solutions, Newtech and Keio.

Your company can make a difference by sponsoring some or all of the Lap Dog teams at www.simplygiving.com/event/ lapdogchallenge2020 For details contact anyone you know at one of the eight teams or email markvb@wtphk.com.

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Back to thE Future Since founding Plus 3 in the late 1980’s Mike McIver, John Arkinstall and Steve Tennant have weathered more than one global storm.

In the wake of Covid-19 as companies rapidly adapt their business models, adjust their operations and reassess their short and long-term strategies we asked the Plus 3 team to look back and give us their advice on how they worked together to emerge stronger, and wiser, from unprecedented events... and what the future holds for Plus 3.

The Early Years Take us back to the start of Plus 3 – what key factor led to the decision to form Plus 3?

Mike: Plus 3 was formed by former High Point Directors who felt that High Point had lost focus at the time by expanding into engineering consultancy and away from the core business. We also felt there was a gap in skills and knowledge in the expanding market in Malaysia and Plus 3 could bring in global expertise working in partnership with local knowledge.

John: In 1996, I worked with a Malaysian national concessionaire company and used Plus 3 for an assignment and was exceedingly impressed with their professionalism and solid approach. I joined Plus 3 in 1998 for the opportunity to be part of, and contribute to, the organisation and its growth in Malaysia and the region. The best move I ever made.

Steve: I came into Plus 3 in 2013 although I had known Mike and John through our joint involvement in the Lighthouse Club where to this day we are actively engaged. I had been in Malaysia as CEO

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of a project management company and once the project had come to an end, I decided to return to my family in Hong Kong which had been my home since 1980. Upon hearing of my plans, Mike and John invited me to join the Plus 3 team and lead their Hong Kong office as the resident Director.

How prevalent was the entrepreneurial mind-set in Asia when Plus 3 was formed and what were your early challenges?

Mike: The early 1990s was an era of nation building in Malaysia under the former Prime Minister Dr Mahathir and major projects were instigated such as the iconic Petronas Twin Towers and KL International Airport. The first assignment we secured as Plus 3 was the foundation contract for the Twin Towers and this project provided us with work for many years on various work packages for the twin towers to resolve contractual and commercial issues and help ensure successful completion of this iconic project.

John: Early challenges were to get the name known in the market place which was achieved mainly through client recommendations plus articles in the local press, networking, corporate events and our support and commitment to the Lighthouse Club in Kuala Lumpur.

Having identified gaps in the market what are Plus 3’s key services and which sectors most often call on your skill set?

Mike: Construction projects are a complex pyramid of interlocking contracts and it only takes one company to fail in their performance to jeopardise the project. Our skills are in identifying responsibilities of the various parties and enforcing contract obligations and rights. We are most often called to resolve extensions of time, liquidated damages, loss and expense and variation claims and focus on securing an amicable settlement for our clients.

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Kuala Lumpur’s Petronas Twin Towers – Plus 3’s first assignment.

Construction projects are a complex pyramid of interlocking contracts and it only takes one company to fail in their performance to jeopardise the project. Our skills are in identifying responsibilities of the various parties and enforcing contract obligations and rights.

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Steve: Plus 3 provides independent professional -- Mike McIver advice, options and opinions to clients (who may be project owners, main contractors, sub-contractors or consultants), when they are facing significant decisions as to how to proceed, whether it be how to procure a John: Plus 3 is a multi-cultural employer and provides service, plan a project, find a partner, submit a proposal, resolve a employees with a wide variety of projects and issues to help contract administration issue, evaluate an entitlement or a liability, develop their knowledge and skills in a positive working negotiate a settlement, pursue an entitlement through to providing environment. As Malaysian contractors have developed and mediation or expert witness services in hearings. The most expanded in the region and internationally, Plus 3 has had the common call for help is when projects are significantly delayed and opportunity to support this growth and provide its services in over budget, relationships are tense and Plus 3 can help bring clarity other countries in the region. and resolution to the situation and engage with the parties to secure an amicable settlement.

Steve: The provision of specialist expert services to find tailormade and unconventional solutions to the problems clients face.

How has Plus 3 evolved over the years?

Mike: From working initially with contractors and developers we increasingly work with lawyers in taking disputes to litigation, arbitration and lately to adjudication in Malaysia under CIPAA The Construction Industry Payment Adjudication Act 2014. We are also increasingly asked to provide expert witness services in court and arbitration to assist the tribunals to decide on issues of Delay or Quantum.

‘‘As Malaysian contractors have developed and expanded in the region and internationally, Plus 3 has had the opportunity to provide its services in other countries in the region.’’

-- John Arkinstall

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It’s about having a reputation for integrity, creative solutions and provision of valued service.

-- Steve Tennant

Managing Risk – Maximising Returns Covid-19 has had an unprecedented impact on global businesses, not least on the construction industry which has reported multiple project cancellations and delays. With your experience what do you consider to be the best decisions you made when recovering from previous global crises?

Mike: Due to the nature of our business in problem solving for our clients we tend to be counter cyclical in that in times of crisis or change we are in higher demand to sort out problems but equally when the volume of construction is expanding we provide staff resources to over stretched clients. We are not immune from crises but we seem to be less impacted than most companies due to the fact that crises bring change which results in opportunities for Plus 3.

John: During the past crises including the Asian Financial Crisis in 1997, 9/11, SARS 2003, the Global Financial Crisis in 2008 and the present crisis, it is important to be attentive and flexible to meet our clients’ needs and at the same time retain employees. Our employees are our key asset and we have weathered each storm together.

Steve: Central to our longevity in the industry has been strategically implementing a business model that is flexible and which can adapt rapidly to changing market demands and business circumstances. The geographical spread of our offices and flexibility of our team allows us to optimise the cost of delivery. The recent partnership with Quantum and CCR now provides a global platform to further enhance our adaptability and global reach for our clients.

Plus 3 has worked on many of Hong Kong’s iconic buildings and infrastructure projects.

Build, Build, Build - Infrastructure construction is considered to be one of the key influences aiding recovery from economic recessions. With construction projects contracting in early 2020, what advice would you give to the construction industry?

Mike: When large construction companies review their risk appetite they always decide to reduce their risk through refusing to bid for low margin high risk projects. There will always be these projects around and as long as there are companies willing to take the risk, disputes and project failures will arise. My advice to our clients would be to select your projects carefully then focus on meeting the specific project needs so that a mutually satisfactory outcome can be achieved.

John: Re-look at the traditional model forms of contract which are adversarial and traditionally allocate most of the risk to the contractor. Consider forms of contract that require a more collaborative approach and fair sharing of risk. Avoid on-demand bonds which are often called unfairly and make them performance related with clear parameters.

Steve: Whilst construction projects have contracted in early 2020, this is more in the private sector and this will be more than compensated by public sector infrastructure investment to suit society’s changed expectations and much needed revitalisation and recovery of the global economy. The shortcomings of aged, undermaintained, inadequate and inefficient infrastructure has been exposed by events during this year. The weaknesses of adversarial procurement methodologies throughout the supply chains that make up the procurement of materials and services in the construction industry demonstrates the need for a more collaborative approach that reflects the symbiotic needs of the industry.

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Plus 3 have recovered over US$ 500 million for their clients.

What do you feel are the characteristics that builds a great workplace?

Mike: We are a fully integrated team combining global expertise with local knowledge.

John: Be ethical, respectful and sensitive to all employees’ customs and practices in a multi–ethnic, multi-cultural, and multi-lingual society.

Steve: We blend and encourage an understanding and respect of different cultures, languages and expertise together with a performance driven rewards structure.

Looking forward...

What is your ambition and outlook for 2020 and the new decade ahead?

Mike: This year has seen the start of a new partnership with Quantum and CCR bringing new skills, resources and technology to our clients. The new business systems we are integrating are enhancing the level of our services and providing a global platform for succession for all our employees. In this respect we were proud to welcome Christian Swift as our Operations Manager in Kuala Lumpur. Christian is a young professional with the right mix of practical experience and academic knowledge that will take Plus 3’s working philosophy and client management strategies into the future.

Steve: To leverage the systems, technology, resources and training opportunities added to Plus 3 through our partnership with Quantum and CCR and to expand our business by offering enhanced services such as Forensic Graphics and System Dynamics not previously provided in the region.

‘‘Civil Engineering is a vital art, working with the great sources of power in nature for the wealth and well-being of the whole of society.’’

-- Institution of Civil Engineers.

John: Stay positive, enjoy the industry, maintain good working relationships and find ways to contribute to the well-being of the less fortunate – ‘’Live for today – enjoy the moment and build memories to cherish.’’

Steve: Always be the master of three jobs, your own, those you manage and those you report to and when you bring a problem to your manager, always bring with you what you consider to be at least one solution you have thought through carefully. Your manager may not use that solution, but your work may well directly or indirectly assist in the resolution of the problem - ‘Be nice on the way up and respect those around you otherwise it can be bumpy on the way down.’’

Where do you see Plus 3 in 2030?

Mike McIver

John Arkinstall

John: Provide career development and opportunity for local employees and expand in Malaysia and the region.

Plus 3 has a strong succession plan and vision for the future, what advice would you give young leaders today as they build their futures in the construction industry?

Mike: Construction is one of the few industries where you can see the product of your work all around you for most of your life.

It is very satisfying to see buildings and infrastructure which you have played a part in creating. Construction is also a job which can take you overseas to experience new countries and ways of life and culture which few other jobs can.

Steve Tennant

Mike: A global construction support consultancy with a reputation for innovative and cost-effective solutions – "The ‘go-to’ partner of choice".

John: To be a respected and desirable company to work with for clients and employees with the highest level of ethics and engagement with the local community – "The consultancy and employer truly part of the local community".

Steve: A leading knowledge leader, respected in the industry for its integrity and quality of services and support to the local community – "The true pacesetter in the dispute avoidance world."

Did you guess Who’s Who correctly?

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The Shatin to Central Link Project

Creates a More Comprehensive Railway Network The Shatin to Central Link (SCL) Project comprises two sections – the Tai Wai to Hung Hom Section and the Hung Hom to Admiralty Section.

The Tai Wai to Hung Hom Section extends the former Ma On Shan Line from Tai Wai via Southeast Kowloon to Hung Hom to connect with the existing West Rail Line, forming the Tuen Ma Line (TML).

For Hung Hom to Admiralty Section, it will extend the East Rail Line (EAL) from Hung Hom to Admiralty via Wan Chai North.

Hin Keng Station

TML Phase 1, with two new stations, namely Hin Keng and Kai Tak stations and the expanded part of Diamond Hill Station, commenced passenger services on 14 February 2020, extending the former Ma On Shan Line to Kowloon East.

The Hung Hom to Admiralty Section will extend the East Rail Line from Hung Hom Station across the harbour to Admiralty via a new station at Exhibition Centre.

The cross-harbour section is 1.7-kilometers long and is mainly constructed by the Immersed Tube Tunnel method. The newly built tunnel is the 4th cross-harbour rail tunnel in Hong Kong and was assembled using 11 precast units, each approximately 160-metres long.

Diamond Hill Station

Kai Tak Station

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Assembly of Immersed Tube Tunnel

The opening of the Hung Hom to Admiralty Section is targeted for Q1 2022.

The existing TML Phase 1 will be extended from Kai Tak to connect to the West Rail Line via two new stations, Sung Wong Toi Station and To Kwa Wan Station, and one interchange station, Ho Man Tin Station, to form the full Tuen Ma Line.

At Hung Hom, it will link up with the West Rail Line which runs between Hung Hom and Tuen Mun. Overview of Exhibition Centre Station Worksite

Full opening of the Tuen Ma Line is expected to be in Q3 2021.

Sung Wong Toi Station

To Kwa Wan Station

TML Phase 1 First Service Day

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Safety initiatives to be carried forward to new railway projects Railway construction involves various engineering disciplines including civil, building services and electrical & mechanical systems.

Preventive risk mitigation through innovative solutions is critical to successful project delivery. Below are some of the safety initiatives from the SCL Project.

Protecting the safety of operating railway by …

Double-trip wire system When works were close to operating railway, a 6-metre high protective barrier was constructed and installed with a double-trip wire system along the track, which aimed at protecting the operating railway. The two wires ran parallel to each other. When one wire was tripped, it could be a false alarm. The sentinel on duty would go and check. When both wires were tripped, it was unlikely to be a false alarm and a signal would be sent to station control room to suspend the train service.

CCTV Monitoring In addition to the double-trip wire system, there were CCTVs at various locations for real-time monitoring of the running trains.

Reducing the risks associated with working under compressed air by …

Mobydic System The real-time wear and tear condition of the disc cutters was monitored by the Mobydic System. This system allowed for optimization of disc maintenance, thus reduced workers’ exposure time in the compressed air environment during maintenance work.

Reducing the risks associated with services installation at high level by …

Modular Construction In planning the services installation at high level, prefabricated cable trays, trunking, vent ducts and pipe sections in standard length modules were prepared on ground level. The modules were then transported to the location, lifted and assembled in the final positions by scissor lifts.

The above are some of the many safety initiatives generated from the SCL Project.

Innovation never stops.

Information & Images : MTRC

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Membership of the Lighthouse Club has more meaning than ever in 2020 If you are reading this then the chances are that you are a member of the Lighthouse Club.

If not, however, you might just have seen the magazine lying on someone’s desk and picked it up because the cover caught your eye.

So, what is the Lighthouse Club?

Well, read on and find out.

The first couple of pages will tell you about the Club in a few short paragraphs. It will list a few names of people involved; there are advertisements from construction-related companies: consultants, contractors, lawyers etc.

There might be an article on clean air, sustainable living, urban landscaping; and then we get to the main feature, which could be a market review on Ho Chi Minh City or Brisbane.

And after all the “serious” articles, come the pages where you might find pictures of people you know attending various events.

Social gatherings, site visits, seminars, awards ceremonies, wine tastings, conferences…wait a minute, isn’t that so-and-so from ABC Limited? Hey, this is getting more interesting now.

The Lighthouse Club is the one place where you will meet all types of construction related professionals and that is what makes it the Number One Club for networking in the construction industry. If you are a young engineer or graduate with any construction related discipline, looking to broaden your outlook and meet potential employers, colleagues and clients, then look no further.

Young Members Group The Young Members Group is open to all those aged up to and including 35, including Students. Their social events are always lively. Site visits and seminars courtesy of some of the biggest corporations in the region, are just a couple of the type of afterwork activities arranged by the Club

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Hong Kong Branch Young Members Group Text: Michael Searle The Lighthouse Club Hong Kong Young Members Group is open to anyone up to the age of 35 who is directly or indirectly associated with the construction industry.

Readers will already know that the Lighthouse Club’s focus is on building a community to aid the personal and professional development of our members. It also raises money through events, seminars and social get-togethers in order to help those in need within the construction industry.

We achieve these aims through our events, which are open to all Lighthouse Club members (and non-members). Throughout the year, we also host a number of joint events with the Women in Construction Group.

So, why should you consider joining the Young Members Group?

The main benefits and activities include:

• The chance to join a close-knit community of young • •

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professionals in the construction industry Expanding your professional network with our Young Members, Senior, Student and Women in Construction members Progressing your career by developing your knowledge through our seminars and workshops (select events will provide CPD points), as well as discussions with other industry professionals Learning how to build confidence in social and formal situations Opportunities to support the Lighthouse Club charity for those less fortunate in the industry, which will help improve their livelihoods Discount membership to the Lighthouse Club, giving you access to the Lighthouse Club network and events Meeting new people and having fun!

Over the coming months we are planning to roll out a range of activities, subject to social distancing restrictions, such as workshops and seminars, group hikes, social events, sports tournaments and visits to project sites.

If this sounds like something you would enjoy, get in touch with Michael Searle today for membership details: michael.searle@tbhint.com

It is wonderful to contribute back to the construction industry through helping construction workers in need Raymond Leung, Individual Member Hong Kong

The most positive aspect of individual Lighthouse Club membership from my perspective are the monthly networking events. The location, time and format work really well and attract a group of regulars and newcomers each time, helping cement relationships.

The venues are good because the atmosphere is appropriate for people to move around and be heard.

Tamara McCombe, Individual Member Australia

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I would say that the best thing being a member of light house club is to see and know that people in construction industry are well respected, no matter they are in a senior position or grass root level.

Herman See, Individual Member Hong Kong

As a new member having just attended my first Lighthouse Club event, it was a delight to feel the sense of community, unexpectedly catch up with familiar faces and be warmly welcomed by new acquaintances. A valuable society that promotes helping each other and working together. Couldn’t be more happy I joined.

Gabrielle Van Der Linde, Individual Member, Australia

For me the best thing is that the people attending the events share the same passion and care for helping others and have a genuine interest in what LHC does/is trying to achieve.

Alex McRoy, Individual Member, Australia

The camaraderie of likeminded construction people across the world with fellowship across continents and promoting charitable causes for the good of our industry. Tan Swee Im, Individual Member, Kuala Lumpur The Monthly Social Gatherings : A great way to meet new people and stay in touch with old friends in Malaysia and Internationally.

Sean Dillon Individual Member Kuala Lumpur

I would like to know more at LHC about the sponsors: who they are, what they do, from the MC or from them directly. A short presentation, information on the sponsors would broaden knowledge. Not everyone who attends LHC knows the sponsor - they sure would when given an introduction!

Jill Rigg, Individual Member Macau

Being able to join with like minded people to improve safety recognition and the lives of those, and their families, who might have suffered misfortune.

Timothy Mitchell, Individual Member, Kuala Lumpur

Doing Good For Others So, what else does the Club do? None of the above, like advertising, sponsorship, events etc comes for free, there is a charge – so what happens to the money?

The answer is simple: 100% of all donations go towards making a difference in somebody’s life.

You can find out more by visiting the website www.lighthouseclubhk.com (Hong Kong Branch) or www.lighthousehouseclubintl.com (International) where your best source of information are past issues of “The Lighthouse” where you can read about the various benevolent activities taking place in many locations around the globe.

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Lighthouse Club Women in Construction (WIC) Text by Shannon Ho

When you are asked or invited to join a voluntary charity group, what factors would you consider or govern your decision to give it a try or not as there are so many organisations out there? How do you choose which one to commit to?

In the first instance, you would ask yourself what is your purpose in participating in such a group, is it because you would like to contribute and help others out in your spare time? And would you want to learn something from it in return? Is it work related and do you want to learn more about the industry in which you work?

Do you need to attend certain hours of work-related seminars or activities in order to attain the required CPD points? Or do you simply want to get to know more people in your industry, other than the same profession as yours, and you are keen to meet like-minded people, expand your social circles and enjoy some social gatherings after work; or you feel like you want to meet other ladies and share some experience in work or exchange ideas etc….

Well, Lighthouse Club Women in Construction is the group that encompasses them all.

What is WIC and what are its goals?

We are a group of ladies working in the construction industry who get together to learn, grow and have fun together.

Our aim is to create a community to support, educate and mentor women in construction and related industries.

Women in Construction is a sub-group of which all female members of the Lighthouse Club Hong Kong branch are automatically members. Every year, we hold regular activities, ranging from personal development seminars to social gathering events to gather together ladies in the construction industry.

On the education aspect, we hold regular “Empowering Women” seminars. We invite women in the industry, ranging from Directors from government departments, professionals in the private sector, project managers from developers or construction companies, to site safety officers enforcing safety aspects on a construction site, to share their experience, knowledge or advice to our members.

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Ladies

Working in the Construction Industry are you constantly surrounded by the “boys” all day at work?

Could you do with the company of more women?

Join Us

Vicky Fung WIC member I’m a regular attendee at the Lighthouse Club’s networking events such as the monthly social gatherings, seminars and Women in Construction activities.

The networking events have provided an excellent opportunity for me to meet construction professionals from a variety of backgrounds, in a relaxing environment, helping me to keep up to date with the latest industry news but also develop my professional network.

for a variety of extracurricular events such as wine tastings, cookery classes, yoga nights, seminars or just a social evening with other like-minded ladies.

Recently, it has also been my honour to be appointed as a member of the Social and Fund-raising Committee.

Being a committee member, has provided me with valuable opportunities to participate in fund-raising activities to help the Lighthouse Club serve the construction community of Hong Kong, which is particularly in need during this uncertain time.

We occasionally organise site visits to ongoing construction sites in Hong Kong to allow members to explore other current projects, and for younger members to attain their CPD hours.

Recently however, with the Lighthouse Club having to suspend networking events in order to safeguard it’s members from the spread of Covid 19, I have found myself with additional free time. With this time I’ve taken up painting at home which I would now like to share with all my colleagues at the Lighthouse Club. Painting has helped drive away depression in what is a stressful atmosphere worldwide.

On a more leisurely level, we organise fun activities like cooking classes, our consistently popular wine-tasting night, outdoor yoga and happy hour gatherings for like-minded members to socialise with each other. Surely these events are not just limited to female members! We also take members’ advice and organise other events if sufficient interest is expressed.

Shannon Ho

Above all, promoting site safety and helping those in need in the industry is our ultimate objective, we help and donate through participating activities organised by the Hong Kong Branch, such as the Annual Gala Ball, LapDog Challenge, Golf Day, etc, to raise funds and support those less fortunate in the construction industry.

To me, the best thing about being a member of the Lighthouse Club is that it has provided a platform in which I can devote my time and effort to helping others across the construction industry.

Ervinna Endella LHC Kuala Lumpur Member Apart from being the Construction Industry Charity organisation that does good in the local, national and international community, the Lighthouse Club gives everyone the chance to build their professional network which connects people to new opportunities.

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suffering, it is providing education and a pathway to careers that can really break these poverty cycles. Empowerment via education is the greatest way we can change lives.

Shown here from top left are Luke Scanlan (LHCM Trustee), Marlon Magpantay (Civil Engineering, 2019), Romil Lagrimas (Civil Engineering, 2018), Ronel Toling (Civil Engineering, 2019), Phil Thoburn (LHCM Trustee), Marineth Casquejo (B.S. Education, 2018) Ann Margarette Arquiz (B.S. Education, 2019), Beverly Samson (Electrical Engineering, 2016) .

Growing up in Western Australia, a career in construction was something many of us strived for. There seemed to us that there was a direct correlation between hard work, reward and opportunity.

With the industry being so diverse and construction technology advancing at a rapid rate, new disciplines and niches were readily available to school leavers like myself.

Personally, having the rare opportunity to combine work and travel was a major incentive to learn. It turned out however that it was actually my experiences during my international career that gave me the biggest education I could ever hope for.

It became obvious that the “hard work automatically equalling opportunity” aspect of construction did not necessarily apply universally. In fact, many people may have a strong desire to work hard but job stability, growth and reward are just out of reach due to lack of opportunity or barriers in their environment. This became even more apparent during my move to the Philippines.

The Philippines is a country so rich with talent and a determined work ethic that sees so many Filipinos employed in construction jobs abroad (often away from their families). At home however there are immense challenges for those faced with poverty or family issues, that make higher education and career options simply out of reach. These people often sacrifice education, career prospects and financial security by entering jobs merely to support their families without the luxury to plan for the future.

Like many expats new to a country, our first point of call to meet the community will be one of the many amazing networking clubs. While I still really enjoy attending a mixture of industry and chamber events, I have always been naturally drawn towards meeting others in the construction industry. This is what drew me to the Lighthouse Club.

As a construction focused networking and charity organisation, the Club’s key objective is providing educational scholarships to those wanting to study engineering, architecture or construction but cannot due to poverty, illness or death in the family. It also supports the educational needs of dependents of someone who has been killed or injured in a construction accident. This in some way helps alleviate a little of the hardship facing a family who has potentially lost its only breadwinner.

The eye opener for me was when I had the opportunity to meet some of the Club’s engineering and architectural graduates.

These young, aspiring professionals, who with the Club’s support have been able to study, were some of the strongest willed and dedicated people I had come to meet in my career. In an industry that must continually innovate and evolve, these LHC graduates embody all of the qualities required to become the next generation of leaders.

Since joining the LHC board of trustees and scholarship committee, I have had the opportunity to work alongside others with the same desire and passion to give back to the industry. This diverse and interesting group of people are simply inspiring and while the challenges are deep, the opportunities to celebrate success together are regular.

Faced with a rapidly developing industry, ever changing technology and of course the challenges of Covid-19, LHC is going through a dramatic transformational change in an effort to better support the local construction industry.

Witnessing poverty is often an unfortunate, sobering aspect of If you would like to join as a member, sponsor or donate time travel. When you spend time listening to the stories of people whose assisting the trustees we would love to hear from you. livelihoods have been changed by an unfortunate accident made me realise that while charity is a fantastic way to alleviate short term

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Corporate Membership and CSR For companies, there is the opportunity to include the Club as part of your Corporate Social Responsibility Initiatives.

committee member in Hong Kong or International (details on both websites listed below) and they will help organise this with you.

The various membership levels allow up to 100 nominee members who can be spread out all over the region or further. We already have several large organisations with nominee members in Australia, Singapore and Hong Kong, for example.

Not only is this a great way to introduce the younger generation to the Club but for every corporate member who pledges to sponsor 10 young members next year, they can place a half page advertisement free of charge in the Q4 issue. The catch? You have to inform us no later than the end of October 2020.

With the different membership levels come different benefits but almost all include your company’s branding displayed in the magazine and at every location’s events where there are nominees.

If a full-on corporate membership is too much for you to invest in at this time (and we know that times are difficult) then how about considering sponsored membership for the younger members of your staff?

If you are willing to sponsor, say 10, young engineers, architects, project managers, quantity surveyors for the whole of 2021 then get in touch with any Lighthouse Club

Join Us Now As the media are so fond of saying, we live in unprecedented times.

Everyone’s future is uncertain. Within the Lighthouse Club, we form friendships as well as enjoy fellowship. Our motto is Aliis Cum Humanitate – Consideration for Others. We think that in 2020 it could not be more appropriate.

For more information on Membership, please contact us at: Elaine Man, info@lighthouseclubhk.com Janey Rogers, info@lighthouseclubintl.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/lighthouseclubinternational LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/groups/160340

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Q1. Since the Club’s inception one of the main objectives has been fellowship. What does fellowship mean to you?

“This means that amongst other things it’s a friendly group of people with a common interest, who share and support one another in furthering the vision of the Club. These all being values and behaviours that we associate with the Lighthouse Club.”

Mike Allen, Secretariat, Hong Kong

“A fellowship can be understood as a group of people sharing similar interests, in our case, the Club is gathering people who aim to help the society, especially those in need, in order to make the world a better place.”

Team at Man Kin Construction Engineering Ltd, Macau

“Fellowship to us at Pinsent Masons means camaraderie and togetherness united around a shared purpose. The Club is like being part of an extended network of family and friends whom can all benefit from the Club's charitable activities.”

Team at Pinsent Masons, Mohammed Talib, Partner, Nicholas Turner, Partner, Peter Clayton, Partner, Tim Hallworth, Legal Director, Hong Kong

Q2. The Club’s motto, Aliis Cum Humanitate, translates as Consideration For Others. How do you think the Club measures up to that?

“We think the Hong Branch of the Club does more than measure up to the motto, the committee are very conscientious in ensuring that any serious injuries/fatalities in the industry are immediately addressed and assistance is given to the families as quickly as possible. Numerous fund-raising activities are also arranged to encourage members and friends and guests to contribute to the various charities run by the Club in Hong Kong and other Asian countries.”

Colin Lee, The Contracts Group, Hong Kong

“I think the club is doing very well in raising funds and making donations to carefully selected groups of people in need.”

Yazeed Abdelhadi, Systech, Australia

“The Club always appears to us to put the consideration of others above the interests of the individuals involved. The Club should take great pride in furthering this as a core value and maintaining this whilst expanding its membership and geographical presence.”

Mike Allen, Secretariat, Hong Kong

Q3. Lighthouse Club International has

expanded into eleven markets around the world. Where would you like to see the Club grow next and why?

“I would like to see it grow into all locations where there is little or no welfare state to support the less fortunate (those who have suffered loss through accidents and fatalities).”

Paul Roberts, Secretariat, Brisbane

“There is a lot of talk about development within the Greater Bay Area in China, which includes Hong Kong, this would be an ideal place for the LHC International to explore the possibility of setting up a branch in one of the major cities within this Area. If, as planned, there will be major construction taking place then it will be an ideal environment to introduce the concept of the Lighthouse Club to the local construction industry.”

Colin Lee, The Contracts Group, Hong Kong

“I believe that the club delivers on its motto in the support of youngsters in the construction industry.”

“India or Africa because of the poverty which still exists there.”

Gareth Owen, Ranbury, Australia

Mike McIver, Plus Three Consultants, Kuala Lumpur

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“Saudi Arabia. There is a very large construction expat population in Saudi which would benefit from and contribute to the LHC activities.”

Yazeed Abdelhadi, Systech, Australia

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Q4. To ensure the Club’s future vitality, Hong Kong introduced a Young Members Group some years ago.

Moving forward, what groups do you see as being important to the long term health of the Club?

“Young members and women’s groups are needed everywhere.”

Mike McIver, Plus Three Consultants, Kuala Lumpur

“Young members and women (construction is still a male dominated industry.”

David Foxley

Paul Roberts, Secretariat, Brisbane

“Young management members/group within the industry who are under 35 years old, who will also inspire the sharing of new ideas to the club, this will become foundation and energy of sustainability.”

Armond Mak, Companhia de Engenharia de Construcao Novo Weng Seng Limitada, Macau

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“Should try and get Students involved as a way of meeting their peer groups across the construction industry – also as an introduction to organisations.”

Q5. How do you promote the Club within

your place of work and to your peers within the industry?

Gareth Owen, Ranbury, Australia

“Young members below 35 who are confident to lead.

Succession planning is very important. The older the persons leading the Club, the harder to plan succession due to the large disparity in thinking.”

Steven Tang, Arcadis, Hong Kong

“Diversity is a challenging area for the construction industry in Hong Kong, especially at the senior levels of construction businesses. We should also continue developing the young generations as they are certainly the “new blood” of the Club and need to get more involved in the "main" committees. It would be great to see further diversity in the Club.”

Steven Tang

Team at Pinsent Masons, Hong Kong

“We encourage all our technical staff to join as members of the LHC in Hong Kong and the Company pays for their membership.

We also encourage these staff to attend LHC seminars and, again, entry fees are paid by the Company. As regards our peers, we also encourage them to join the LHC as we feel it is important that they give something back into the Industry and not just take, this is the philosophy of the Contracts Group as a whole, sponsorship of the LHC events and the Monthly Get-Togethers is an opportunity for us to return something back into the Construction Industry in Hong Kong, whilst not forgetting the benefits of the marketing opportunities this provides.”

Colin Lee, The Contracts Group, Hong Kong

“By passing on email invitations and encouraging members of staff to come to events.”

David Foxley, HKA, Australia

“In our experience, through participating in various Lighthouse Club events, the Club not only raises our appreciation for the importance of promoting safety in the construction industry, but also helps us to be more aware of mental health issues in our industry.”

Team at Man Kin Construction Engineering Lte, Macau

Gareth Owen

Armond Mak

“The Club is already well known within our work place and peer group. We promote the Club by email, word of mouth and encourage others to join in and participate in the Club’s activities. We believe the Club represents the highest ideals of the construction industry, its compassion for all participants is an invaluable way of binding people of all kinds together.”

Team at Pinsent Masons, Hong Kong

Mohammed Talib

Nicholas Turner

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What are the Differences?

Several times during the last couple of months I have had to explain what is the difference between The Lighthouse Club, Lighthouse Club International and the Lighthouse Club Charities. I hope that this article will provide clarification and clear up what seems to be some commonly held misunderstandings. My apologies if this is also a little bit of a history lesson, as I think it helps to provide some background.

The Lighthouse Club The Lighthouse Club initially started in 1956 in UK following an exhibition arranged by the Ministry of Public Buildings and Works at Gosforth Park, Newcastle upon Tyne in the North East of England. A number of the exhibitors gathered and had a drink in Whitley Bay in the sight of St Mary's Lighthouse and from that was born The Lighthouse Club.

The Lighthouse Club came to Asia in 1986 when the Hong Kong branch was established, and later other branches became established in Asia by existing members moving to a new location and deciding that they wanted to have a local Lighthouse Club branch.

Thus growth of the Lighthouse Club in Asia was gradual, ad hoc and sometimes challenged by local laws and customs.

Each branch was and as remains the case, independent, organised and run by local members. The commonality of each branch was the fact that members came from the construction industry and were interested in socialising together. Thus was born the basic purpose of the Lighthouse Club, camaraderie.

Lighthouse Club International In 1996 with Hong Kong, Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur branches established and Manila about to set up, it was suggested that the forerunner of Lighthouse Club International, the Lighthouse Club Asia Pacific Region be established. The objective was to promote the establishment of new Lighthouse Clubs in the region and to co-ordinate co-operation and fellowship between the various branches in the region through their membership of the Lighthouse Club Asia Pacific Region. As more and more branches were formed in Asia, the Asia Pacific Region Committee felt it would be beneficial to widen its geographical limit from the asia pacific region to worldwide. It also saw the benefits of offering direct membership in itself to individuals and companies located in places where, for a variety of reasons, a local Lighthouse Club was not registered, but nonetheless, people wanted to belong to the Lighthouse Club. Thus in 2017, The Lighthouse Club Asia Pacific Region reconstituted itself into Lighthouse Club International whilst maintaining the objectives of promoting the formation of new Lighthouse Clubs, co-ordinating co-operation and fellowship between the various independent Lighthouse Clubs globally through membership of Lighthouse Club International, including those branches who were not previously members of The Lighthouse Club Asia Pacific Region. Thus it was that the Lighthouse Club UK / Ireland came to join Lighthouse Club International and we hope that over time the Lighthouse Clubs in Holland, Dubai and Abu Dhabi will wish to join the Lighthouse Club International family and, in respect of the later, help us with the formation of other Lighthouse Clubs in the Middle East.

As you can see Lighthouse Club International is not a parent organisation.

It does not “own� any Lighthouse Clubs. It provides a structure through which each independent Lighthouse Club can share experiences, concerns and ideas for co-operation with other Clubs. Each Club (branch) who is a member of Lighthouse Club International is entitled to be represented at the committee meetings of Lighthouse Club International and has voting rights.

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If you want to find out more about Lighthouse Club International, look in this magazine to find out who are your branch’s representative(s) and ask them what is happening. The branch representative(s) provide a critical two way communication between the branch and its members and Lighthouse Club International. Lastly, Lighthouse Club International is not a charity, it does not provide any financial support or other assistance to benevolence cases. As an Association, Lighthouse Club International supports, and encourages its member branches to support various charities including: (i) The James Battersby Lighthouse Club Educational Trust, (ii) The Lighthouse Club Asia Pacific Region Benevolent Trust, and (iii) The Lighthouse Club International Benevolent Trust

Support of Charities As noted above, Lighthouse Club International supports various charities. These charities are not run by Lighthouse Club International and they each operate independently of each other and Lighthouse Club International, under the terms of their respective trust documents. Those trust documents include the provision that the trusts are administered by a board of trustees, who themselves act in accordance with the provisions and restrictions contained within their respective trust deeds and ensure that the trust itself is in compliance with its trust deed. Generally speaking, the trustees are members of one or more Lighthouse Club branches, but as trustees they do act independently of any and all Lighthouse Clubs. Thus, when a beneficiary receives money from one of the charities that I have named, they are not actually receiving funds from a Lighthouse Club or Lighthouse Club International, but actually from the charity whose bank account the money has come from.

Some of the member branches of Lighthouse Club International also support other registered charities. Thus in the case of Hong Kong branch, they support the Lighthouse Club Hong Kong Benevolent Fund. This is a registered charity in Hong Kong and is operated by trustees in accordance with the terms of it’s trust deed which sets out the manner in which the charitable trust is administered. The Lighthouse Club Hong Kong branch does not and cannot control or direct the activities of the Lighthouse Club Hong Kong Benevolent Fund. Instead, The Lighthouse Club Hong Kong branch receives requests for benevolent assistance from applicants, investigates and reviews those requests and then makes recommendations to the trustees of the Lighthouse Club Hong Kong Benevolent Fund, which recommendations the trustees may agree, modify or decline as they see fit. Similarly in UK / Ireland the branches there support the activities of the Lighthouse Club Construction Industry Charity.

The above and other Branches may also support other charities as their members approve.

I hope that this article demonstrates the autonomy and independence that each member branch of Lighthouse Club International enjoys and that registered Charities which are supported by Lighthouse Club International or an individual branch are still independent and act autonomously from their supporting Lighthouse Club organisation.

I would take this opportunity of thanking the now many volunteer members of branch committees, Lighthouse Club International committee members and trustees of our supported charities. All are unpaid and do not receive expenses. Indeed many persons actually have to pay a branch for the honour of attending meetings etc at unsociable hours. They are part of the cohort of unsung heroes that make the Lighthouse Club what it is today.

If you want more details about the Lighthouse Club, its formation and its expansion globally, then there is an excellent book available called The Lighthouse Club Story which is available for purchase from the Lighthouse Club Hong Kong Branch. More information can be obtained from info@lighthouseclubintl.com.

Stephen Tennant Secretary, Lighthouse Club International

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Tuen Mun jumps to life with radical roof-top reinvention!

Having completed Kai Yip Recreational Sports Ground in 2018 and Cheung Hang Estate Basketball Court in 2019, One Bite Design Studio was once again appointed by Gaw Capital Partners / People’s Place to revitalise a 4,000 squaremetre roof-top sports ground at Siu Hei Court, Tuen Mun. According to the Hong Kong Happiness Index 2011 and Hong Kong Poverty Situation Report 2017, Tuen Mun is the 5th unhappiest and 6th poorest district in Hong Kong.

This revamp aims to inject energy and positivity to the neighbourhood and to give the facilities a much-needed upgrade.

Inspired by the name of the estate, Siu Hei, which rhymes with the Chinese characters - smile and laughter, the theme of happiness was developed.

Taking the iconic bright red colour that can be found on the ramps and stair hoods around the estate, the colour palette is expanded to include an array of energetic and youthful colours. Graphical elements and custom typography designed by local design studio Never-Never both share the language of curved, rounded lines to represent varying degrees of smiles. This theme was applied to the revamp of the market below.

To lead users up to the roof-top, graphic cues are sprinkled along the path from the market, through the carpark and to the sports ground. Motivational wordings form part of the active design concept to encourage users walking up the stairs.

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Designers: Alan Cheung, Eleanor Fu, Sarah Mui, Melody Siu, Tony Zhang Collaborators: W.f.b. Mantra Institute Nursery School, The Lotus Association of Hong Kong Siu Hei Court Kindergarten,Yan Chai Hospital Law Chan Chor Si Primary School, Lung Kong World Federation School Limited (LKWFS) Lau Tak Yung Memorial Primary School & New Life Psychiatric Rehabilitation Association Institute Typeface Designer: Never-never Main Contractor: Sunyards Engineering Limited Sports Ground Material Supplier: Kabushiki Group Limited Playground Safety Consultant: Play Concept Limited

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The floor graphic on the sports ground is designed with hidden messages to create visual interaction with surrounding residents. Visible from one side is SH, shorthand for Siu Hei, from the other is 85, the year when Siu Hei Court was built.

In addition, hidden smileys can be found facing all four sides of the court, sending joy to residents above.

The split-level playground is reconfigured with additional features to cater to the needs of different users.

The lower level is a multi-functional play space, with a basketball court,

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badminton court and volleyball court, a 150-meter long running track, as well as a gridded playscape that encourages unstructured and creative play. The upper level is catered towards basketball players. It houses 1 full basketball court, 2 half-courts, and a 150-meter long running track. Basketball court markings are modified to add another dimension to the sport- fun games could be freely invented to hone one’s shooting accuracy.

drew anything that reminds them of “happiness” and “smiles”; and a Zentangle workshop taught by tutors from New Life Psychiatric Association, where primary school students from Yan Chai Hospital Law Chan Chor Si Primary School and Lung Kong World Federation School Limited (LKWFS) Lau Tak Yung Memorial Primary School were guided to complete a meditative drawing session.

New design elements are introduced to the sports ground with dual functionality in mind. Spectator seating is added to provide a shaded resting space for users, as well as to connect the split-levels to create a more welcoming environment. A car tire installation, reminiscent of old playgrounds in Hong Kong, was installed as special seating and as targets for throwing games. Various interactive wall art and installations are also available to provide a variety of experiences for users with different interests.

This revitalisation project creates a new identity for Siu Hei and demonstrates how the untapped potential in rooftop playgrounds can be unlocked to provide more meaningful and fulfilling play experiences for all.

The feature wall behind the spectator seating area was cocreated during 2 workshops- “Happy Jam”, a visualization game where kindergarten students from W.f.b. Mantra Institute Nursery School and The Lotus Association of Hong Kong Siu Hei Court Kindergarten

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Sports Infrastructure -- for the health of a nation --

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Sports facilities are an essential part of any community. The health benefits of regular exercise on the body and mind are well documented, with lower blood pressure, reduced risk of heart disease and a decline in stress levels being among the many recorded advantages. Additionally, strong sporting infrastructure can also be a boon to local economies, through ticket sales, tax revenue and the creation of jobs.

As construction projects, the development of sports infrastructure creates employment and wealth that contributes to the gross domestic product of nations; and iconic stadia raise the profiles of regions which can draw visitors from far and wide bringing vast revenues for local businesses. A truly iconic stadium design can cement the reputation of architects as major global brands.

The wider positive impact leisure services can have on their local community is often overlooked, however. For example, sports can offer a productive outlet for young people, providing them with a safe and healthy way to spend their free time which may then have the knockon effect of reducing anti-social behaviour and crime.

Additionally, participating in group activities can foster strong community bonds and break down cultural barriers. Amongst the elderly, too, health and recreation services can provide benefits, with cardio and aerobics classes offering people who may long for company a chance to socialise whilst keeping fit and healthy.

Professional sports teams require world-class infrastructure that allows participation on a local, national and global level and facilitates enormous social wellbeing that goes well past economic activity but adds immeasurably to the social health of large swathes of the population. Sport brings people together.

The six projects discussed here each present an innovative and unique vision of what a sports centre can be. From a state-of-the-art fitness and vehicle hybrid facility in Thailand – where both racing drivers and their cars can go in for a tune-up – to a renovation project in Denmark in which an abandoned warehouse was converted into a vibrant hub for street culture, they are all prime examples of how investment in sporting infrastructure can transform a community for the better.

Information & Images : WAF Introduced and edited by Alexander Smail

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BAtes Smart The Club Stand Flemington, Australia Flemington Racecourse is home to Australia’s renowned Melbourne Cup Carnival, which includes the 159-year-old Lexus Melbourne Cup. The Victoria Racing Club (VRC) decided that, after 92 years, the Members’ Old Grandstand should be replaced. The brief from the VRC for the new Club Stand was to create a building which would both celebrate the club’s rich heritage and exemplify its future.

Initial explorations revealed the potential to create an emblematic stand that acknowledges the site context. The Club Stand is surrounded by activity and creating transparency was therefore essential.

The highly sculptural and curvilinear design of the new stand was inspired by Flemington Racecourse’s iconic rose gardens, with tiered cantilevers evoking flower petals. The building projects an impression of transparency and lightness.

This well-defined architectural language is continued internally.

Full-height glass walls divide the different spaces yet maintain visibility. The perimeter columns are incorporated into the food and beverage elements to ensure legibility throughout.

A diversity of dining and entertainment is provided. The hospitality spaces were considered as akin to stage sets, with each venue having its own character inspired by the history of horse racing.

The design of The Club Stand is imbued with sophisticated references to the history of the racecourse and the VRC, while at the same time championing its evolution and future.

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Shanghai United Design Group Zaozhuang Stadium Shandong, China Zaozhuang Stadium is located at the centre of the Cultural and Sports Park in the new city zone. It has a capacity of around 40,000 and contains commercial and office facilities.

Due to the positioning of Zaozhuang as a 'Northern River Township', the designer opted to create a green garden city park.

The overall design adopts the characteristics of a water canal system, and the water body is connected with the whole park.

The construction of the stadium and other facilities are akin to three stones scattered naturally. The surrounding green and square form a natural sports park. The hybrid layout ensures the park is full of vitality.

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In China, red lanterns are a symbol of family reunion and prosperity. This kind of custom represents a rich cultural heritage characteristic of the Chinese nation. The main stadium resembles one of these traditional paper lanterns.

A number of advanced industrial technologies have been applied in the project, such as the first pre-stressed cross cable membrane structure in China, siphon drainage technology with maximum slope, and a curved steel structure system.

The completion of Zaozhuang Stadium has promoted the urban development of the city’s new district and has become the best place for sports and cultural activities in the whole of Zaozhuang.

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Roland Garros Stadium Modernisation of the Historic Triangle Paris, France Roland-Garros hosts the legendary, international French Open Tennis tournament that welcomes over 400,000 visitors during the competition fortnight.

The rehabilitation project provides a quality setting to reinforce the status of the major tennis event, while maintaining its spirit of conviviality and celebration. Site redevelopment for the “Historic Triangle” part of the Stadium was master planned. Simplicity, quality and coherence were sought throughout the site, a formidable task given it is more than 8 hectares.

Home to the public relations Village, the new administration building is an assembly of 6 refined volumes in pairs, offset and located at different heights. Like a theatre, the Village is organised in three sequences: lounges built in ‘terraces’ like stands, the central space opens towards the staged site planned around a ‘Village Square’. On the south, the Village opens towards Courts 7 and 9 through a large ‘window’. The change in level between the stands of the adjoining courts and the Village Square makes it possible to reconcile VIP privacy and the concentration of players.

The rehabilitation addresses social issues, including how to renovate our heritage while respecting the environment. The project improves the landscape and public space, and a one-hectare landscaped area will be ‘returned’ to the neighbourhood when the tournament is not being played. An expertly mastered green project, it aligns perfectly with present social values.

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Located in the outskirts of Viborg, the original building was one of many massproduced warehouses in the '70s. Instead of demolition, the focus of the project was to transform it with a very limited budget.

Despite the generic appearance, these typologies often contain an impressive interior space. By removing the walls at both ends, the interiors are kept as free as possible. The introverted industrial building is transformed into a covered streetscape open to the outside.

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The existing concrete facade is wrapped with a functional translucent polycarbonate skin, giving the appearance of a light and welcoming building. The building is then filled with functions aimed to attract local youth.

The program includes facilities for self-organised sports, as well as a series of customised workshop areas for music production and DJing, an animation studio, a fab lab and various artist studios and workshops.

The preservation of the original structure and the reuse of materials made it possible to carry out the refurbishment at a very low expense.

With many vacated industrial sites being incorporated in urban expansion, this approach may pave the way for the revitalisation of many other disregarded buildings.

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A Lighthouse for Singapore’s Future At the start of 2020, Lighthouse Club Singapore partnered with the Singapore Institute of Technology (“SIT”) in a mentorship program for the students in SIT’s Built Environment programmes.

Over a six month period, these mentors provided guidance to prepare the students for their professional careers.

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fter a screening conducted by SIT to ensure that the nominated mentors met the programme’s requirements, two mentors from Lighthouse Club Singapore were matched with two students.

Khanh Nguyen (who is also the Secretary of Lighthouse Club Singapore) and Vineet Shrivastava, who together boast almost forty years of industry experience, provided valuable lessons about industry trends and career tips to their mentees, Joshua and Kai Xu. The mentees also gained an insider’s perspective into an industry in which they will eventually be a critical part of.

The exchanges took place over informal sessions, and while Covid-19 social Khanh (w Mia) distancing requirements meant that there were more virtual meetups than desired, the backdrop of the pandemic offered a valuable opportunity for debate on what a new normal might look like.

Joshua, a second-year undergraduate in the civil engineering degree jointly offered by SIT and the University of Glasgow, felt that the guidance from his mentor, Khanh, was very meaningful. Khanh’s guidance helped him to learn excellent habits that were critical for success in the industry, and their sessions provided a sounding board for his industry questions. Through Khanh, he was also introduced to the wider professional network of Lighthouse Club Singapore, which is a golden opportunity for any student looking to break into the industry.

Joshua felt that he has grown much from the mentorship programme and would strongly recommend it.

Khanh, who is an engineer with AECOM Singapore, felt that being a mentor to Joshua was the best way of giving back to the Singapore community.

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Having recently given birth to her firstborn, Mia, she is grateful to the Singaporean community for helping her with the challenges of being a first-time mother. Even though she is new to the country, help was always warmly offered and Singapore felt like home. Khanh felt that her decade of international design and construction experience in the U.S.A., Hong Kong and Vietnam was her strength and being a mentor to the SIT students was the best way to contribute.

The Lighthouse Club Singapore has become an important part of community building efforts in Singapore only through the generosity of donors and volunteers, and the mentorship program offered Lighthouse Club Singapore an opportunity to pay it forward while achieving its primary objective of promoting fellowship and cooperation within the construction community. The valuable guidance given to these young talents will build a Lighthouse for Singapore’s future.

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Branch report – Thailand

Bangkok challenges Covid-19 on and off course!

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angkok has suffered relatively lightly during the Covid-19 lockdown.

The Club even managed to hold its annual golf tournament, the Meinhardt Cup 2020, in early August. Old faces & comrades from years gone by came to the Meinhardt party, new faces found out about it on the Thailand jungle drums, signed up and joined in the fun and games and great camaraderie at Royal Lakeside Golf & Country Club (RLGCC).

The event brought together 84 players representing Lighthouse and Bangkok Amateur Golf Society (BAGS). Competition between the two teams, Lighthouse vs BAGS, was fierce, with the Lighthouse team managing to wrestle the trophy away from the BAGS this year.

Notable prizes were awarded to: Jarunwit Wongsaroj - Overall Winner (on countback) Colin Johnson – Second place David Hill – Third place

John Campbell, Nikki Cox, Kurt Konter, John Cambell – Nearest to the pin winners Geet Harris, Chris McLoughlin, David O'Shea – Longest drive winners Bryan Dodd & Barry Cable – nearest to the pin in 2 winners

Branch report – Thailand

Bangkok Lighthouse Club are extremely grateful to John Pollard & Meinhardt for their continued support of this annual event. We would also like to thank Royal Lakeside GC & Bourbon Street for their generosity in support of the Lighthouse Charity.

Also, thanks must go to Scott & Graeme for the successful 3rd year running of the Fair Play Scoring system, and all for the team captains’ support, in making the Meinhardt Cup a successful event.

We look forward to seeing everyone next year.

In addition to the golf, the Club has managed to recommence networking events since July with evening networking, Late Lunches and golf days. We are extremely grateful to all our sponsors for their continued support for our events as follows –

•• RSM (Thailand) Limited, July networking •• Tellus Storage Systems, golf days •• AES Group Limited, July Late Lunch •• GES Solutions Co Ltd, August Late Lunch We hope that all Lighthouse Club members everywhere stay safe and well.

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Branch report – Macau

Small Works of Benevolence

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acau has been very lucky these past months in being able to remain protected from the virus. A feat achieved by the diligence of the Government in vetting entrants to the Special Administrative Region and also the residents within, maintaining the protective safety measures required to allow life to carry on with a semblance of normality. This has allowed the Macau Lighthouse Club to resume its monthly gatherings since May, and these have remained popular for members within the construction industry.

June’s gathering was sponsored by Sundart Holdings Limited and held at the Four Season’s lofty Level 20, The Study bar, with an extensive prize draw which included Apple products, F&B vouchers and wine.

The July meeting was hosted by BSC Construction Company Limited at The Venetian’s Spirito Bar, with its Business Development Manager, Thomas Yung, traversing from Hong Kong and enduring two weeks quarantine in Macau just to attend the event, before returning a day later to complete two weeks quarantine in Hong Kong!

This one month voyage stands as testament to the joy and camaraderie brought by the monthly gatherings, and certainly the dedication of BSC to the constructionindustry, as well as the continued vigilance on site safety issues that the Lighthouse Club gatherings support.

August was hosted by San Fong Seng Construction Engineering Company Limited, again at the Spirito Bar, where boxes of masks produced in Macau by San Fong Seng themselves were included in the lucky prize draw with generous gifts of wine and where the masks were as well received as the wine!

We trust all members everywhere are staying safe and well.

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