The New Industrialisation Elite Enterprises Nurturing Scheme aims at dovetailing with the development direction of new industrialisation in Hong Kong by selecting, supporting and nurturing a group of targeted high-growth enterprises which develop their businesses in Hong Kong and contribute to local economic development. By pooling resources from various sectors, the Scheme seeks to nurture future industry leaders for new industrialisation in Hong Kong.

Selected enterprises will be awarded the honorary title of "New Industrialisation Elite Enterprise" which enables them to more effectively access market resources and forces through the Scheme platform.

1. Adviser: Innovation, Technology and Industry Bureau (ITIB)
2. Implementation Agent: Hong Kong New Industrialisation Development Alliance (HKNIDA)
3. Secretariat: Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC)
4. Nominating Organisations: Three major I&T Parks, founding members of the Hong Kong New Industrialisation Development Alliance, UGC-funded universities and five major R&D Centres

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Enterprises must meet the following requirements:

1. Industry Sectors: The enterprise's industry sector shall fall within life and health technology; artificial intelligence and robotics; semi-conductors and smart devices; digitalisation, upgrading and transformation; and future and sustainable development. Enterprises in industries with traditional strengths that leverage innovation and technology for upgrading and transformation may also be nominated if they meet the requirements.
2. Registration and Operations: The enterprise shall be registered and operating in Hong Kong for no less than two years and contribute to the local economy.
3. Growth Potential: The enterprise shall demonstrate high growth potential with outstanding performance in research and development, capabilities and growth prospects.
4. Valid Nomination: Must receive a formal recommendation from a designated nominating organisation.

The Scheme adopts a nomination-based system. Eligible enterprises must be nominated by designated nominating organisations.

• Three Major I&T Parks: Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation, Hong Kong Cyberport Management Company Limited, and Hong Kong-Shenzhen Innovation and Technology Park Company Limited.
• Founding Members of the Hong Kong New Industrialisation Development Alliance: Federation of Hong Kong Industries, The Chinese Manufacturers' Association of Hong Kong, Hong Kong Productivity Council, Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation, Vocational Training Council, The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers, Bank of China Group Investment Limited, and The Hong Kong New Industrialisation Alliance.
• Universities funded by the University Grants Committee: The University of Hong Kong, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, City University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong Baptist University, Lingnan University, and The Education University of Hong Kong.
• Five Major R&D Centres: Hong Kong Productivity Council, Hong Kong Applied Science and Technology Research Institute Company Limited, Hong Kong Microelectronics Research and Development Institute, Hong Kong Artificial Intelligence Research and Development Institute, and Life and Health Technology Research Institute.

This page will announce the list of selected enterprises for the "New Industrialisation Elite Enterprise" award. At that time, profiles of the selected enterprises will be provided to recognise their outstanding achievements in the field of new industrialisation.

This page will publish the latest updates, important notices, details of the Award Ceremony and promotional materials related to the Scheme. Visitors are encouraged to check this page regularly for the most up-to-date developments of the Scheme.

Innovation, Technology and Industry Bureau, Hong Kong New Industrialisation Development Alliance and Hong Kong Productivity Council (collectively “we”) are committed to collecting, using, storing and handling all personal data in accordance with the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance (Cap. 486 of the Laws of Hong Kong) (“PDPO”).

1. Purposes of Collection of Personal Data

Personal data collected through this website, nomination forms, supporting documents, email, hotline and other channels will be used for the following purposes:

• Processing and assessing nominations under the New Industrialisation Elite Enterprises Nurturing Scheme (NIES);
• Carrying out administrative, secretariat and assessment functions of the Scheme;
• Necessary communication, identity verification and follow-up with nominating organisations, nominated enterprises and their key personnel;
• Conducting professional assessment, background checks, due diligence and related reviews;
• Compiling statistical data, conducting feedback surveys, research and analysis to evaluate the effectiveness of the Scheme and for continuous improvement;
• Fulfilling statutory or administrative duties of the Innovation, Technology and Industry Bureau or other relevant government bureaux/departments under the Scheme.
  
  

2. Disclosure of Personal Data

Personal data provided by you will not be disclosed to any third party outside of us unless with your consent or as permitted or required by the PDPO. Your personal data may be transferred or disclosed to the following parties where necessary for performing the functions of the Scheme:

• Members of the NIES Assessment Committee;
• Third-party organisations engaged to conduct professional assessment, due diligence and financial review;
• Other relevant government bureaux, departments or statutory bodies;
• Service providers engaged to support the Scheme (all such service providers are bound by confidentiality agreements).
  
  

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Email: nies-enquiry@hkpc.org

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