Ir Chris Chong joined ASTRI as Chief Operating Officer in September 2024, bringing over 30 years of leadership experience in business development, strategy, operations, and management. He has extensive expertise across various engineering sectors, including energy, construction, and facilities management.

Throughout his career, Ir Chong has made significant contributions to sustainability and innovation, particularly in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. At Veolia (formerly Dalkia Group) since 2005, he had developed and managed environmentally friendly projects, implementing innovative technologies to promote ESG practices. His work has garnered more than 30 awards in areas such as innovation, occupational health and safety, sustainability, quality, and environmental achievements.

Prior to that, he worked for the CLP Group from 1993 to 2004, holding various positions in power generation, marketing and customer services, asset management, and business development.

Ir Chong is deeply committed to nurturing young engineers and broadening their perspectives. He has organised numerous initiatives, including the Mechanical Innovation Awards and mentoring schemes, to support the growth of emerging talents in the field. His dedication to sustainability and engineering excellence has been recognised with the Distinguished Sustainability Leader Award 2019 from the Hong Kong Management Association.

Currently serving as the International Vice President of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, he is also an active member of various advisory groups in Hong Kong. He holds a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and an MBA from the University of Hong Kong, along with numerous professional qualifications and fellowships.