Be A Good Neighbour
Management Approach
Our community management approach is centered on minimizing the negative impacts of our operations while maximizing our positive contributions to the community. We prioritize understanding the needs and expectations of the communities we serve, making it our mission to support those needs and give back to society in meaningful ways. To achieve these goals, we implement a variety of good neighbour practices. Besides advocating best environmental and safety measures within the industries, we focus on ensuring truck cleanliness and road safety through the use of AI and digital systems, which help maintain high standards in our operations.
Moreover, we actively engage with local communities by forming liaison groups and establishing a complaint hotline, ensuring open lines of communication. We are also dedicated to supporting critical city developments and assisting vulnerable groups. Our efforts extend to infrastructure, commercial, industrial, and residential projects, all aimed at enhancing the quality of life for the community. Through various corporate social responsibility initiatives, we promote an inclusive society and uplift underprivileged communities.
Commitment to Safety and Environmental Responsibility
We place community concerns at the forefront of our Good Neighbor Practices. Our commitment to safety and environmental protection is reflected in the rigorous maintenance of our concrete mixer truck fleet and our operational pollution control measures. Examples of these initiatives include the Load & Go Ready Mixed Truck Wash system, which we launched to enhance truck cleanliness; the Advanced Driving Assistance System (ADAS), designed to reduce accidents; and the Drumblaster Build-Up Control System, which helps prevent concrete spillage on public roads.
In response to tightening environmental regulations, we have refined our strategies to effectively mitigate water, air, and noise pollution. Collaborating with authorities such as the Environmental Protection Department, we work to strengthen regulations and implement robust pollution management measures. Our ultimate goal is to foster a safer and cleaner environment for everyone.
1. Pollution Control
Air
Quality
Dust
Mitigation
Water and
Sewage Treatment
Noise
Prevention
We have implemented robust measures to ensure all pollution control. Our plant is equipped with air quality sensors to monitor and control dust emissions. We regularly conduct air quality samplings and assessments to maintain high standards. Additionally, real-time air quality monitoring and automated sprinkler systems are utilized to ensure effective dust suppression.
In terms of water usage and waste management, we acknowledge the significant amount of water required daily for concrete mixing and equipment and truck cleaning. To address this, we use filter press machines for liquids/solids separation in our plants. This system helps move and dispose of waste, reclaiming up to 90% of the water. As a result, less water is used, and less sewage is discharged.
For noise pollution, we have formed a cross-functional team dedicated to upgrading plant and equipment for noise reduction. This includes installing double-layer windows, noise-reducing curtains, and silencers on diaphragm pumps. Regular noise monitoring is conducted, covering 100% of our work sites, to monitor noise levels at sensitive receivers.
We handle complaints promptly and strive to improve noise levels beyond compliance requirements.
2. Driving Safety
AI Driving Technologies - ADAS
Since 2023, we have introduced the Advanced Driving Assistance System (ADAS) to our truck fleet. Utilizing AI technologies, ADAS proactively intervenes to support our drivers' behavior and attitude in areas such as speeding and tailgating, offering necessary support. After two years of usage, 100% of our five-axle mixer trucks have installed the system, and our overall driving score has reached 94.3, 5% higher than the benchmark score.
Also, this system has helped us develop training programs to enhance truck operators' awareness. For those drivers who have low score in specific area. For example, if the driver constantly got low mark in speeding, we will arrange compulsory driving improvement courses or even change the programming of the truck to limit the speed.
3. Concrete Spillage Prevention
Concrete spillage has many negative impacts, such as damaging the aesthetics of public roads, causing traffic disruptions, posing respiratory health risks, and incurring economic cleanup costs. Therefore, we put much effort into minimizing spillage and promptly cleaning up to reduce its impact. We have a comprehensive action plan:
Special Project Team
The Operations and Logistics department formed a special team to tackle the problem, responsible for strategic action planning and execution.
Truck Weighing
Excess hardened concrete in the mixer drum is a major cause of spillage. We arranged regular truck weighing for all our trucks. Those that are overweight or have recorded spillage must undergo compulsory mixer drum cleaning and interview training.
New Parts to Prevent Spillage
Our engineering team designed new parts for the mixer truck to prevent concrete spillage. One is the Barrel Cover, which stops concrete from overflowing. Another part is the Slurry Stopper, which all drivers are required to close before leaving the plant. This is the final step to prevent spillage.
New Road Sweeper Truck
"We serve the STW community 3 times daily, 6 days a week"
Every day, various types of vehicles travel through the Sai Tso Wan area. In addition to the heavy trucks and buses from the industrial zone, the Transport Department Vehicle Examination Complex located on Sai Tso Wan Road brings a high volume of traffic. The situation worsens on dry and windy days. Based on feedback from our neighbors about improving road cleanliness, we have launched a new road sweeper truck initiative to address these concerns. This initiative aims to regularly remove dust and debris from the roads, thereby improving overall air quality and making the area more pleasant and healthier for everyone.
We have assigned a dedicated team to maintain the cleanliness of Sai Tso Wan Road and Tsing Yi Road West, which are near our Tsing Yi production hub. Operating three times daily, six days a week, this service ensures these thoroughfares are kept tidy and well-maintained, contributing to a safer and more appealing environment for the community.