The inaugural “Lift and Escalator Skills Competition 2025” was held with great success from 11th to 13th August. Organised by the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department, in collaboration with the Vocational Training Council (VTC), The Lift & Escalator Contractors Association, and The Registered Elevator and Escalator Contractors Association Limited, this competition sought to enhance the professional image of the lift and escalator industry, attract more talent to this vital sector, and foster technical exchange and knowledge transfer within the industry.
The competition drew participation from 31 teams, comprising over 60 accomplished professionals, many of whom are either current students or esteemed alumni of the VTC. The event encompassed a range of tasks such as lift and escalator maintenance, rescue operations, fault diagnosis, and virtual reality simulations. Throughout the event, participants exhibited consummate skill and engaged in spirited collegial exchange, thereby exemplifying the vital role of vocational and professional education in nurturing talent and providing a distinguished platform for the pursuit of technical mastery.
As the largest Vocational and Professional Education and Training (VPET) provider in Hong Kong, the Vocational Training Council (VTC) stands as the major provider of training programmes in the lift and escalator domain. We are committed to continuously refining our curricula and enhancing training facilities, working in close partnership with industry to offer students valuable industry placements. Our mission is to cultivate a new generation of engineering professionals equipped with innovative thinking and practical skills, thereby contributing to the advancement of the industry and society at large.
In response to the latest developments in the lift and escalator sector, and with the support of the Hong Kong SAR Government, the VTC is poised to establish a state-of-the-art Lift and Escalator Technology Centre. This pioneering facility will further empower our students with essential skills in the installation and maintenance of modern lift and escalator systems, as well as the application of innovative technologies, thereby driving the sustainable development of the industry.
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