Name of the Project
New Acute Hospital (NAH) and the Prince of Wales Hospital (PWH) redevelopment.
Location
Hong Kong, China.
Client
Hong Kong Hospital Authority.
Project Description
The NAH and the redevelopment of the PWH form part of and are the two largest projects under the Hong Kong government’s ten-year Hospital Development Plan. The plan is being undertaken to cope with Hong Kong’s growing and ageing population.
The NAH will have a construction floor area (CFA) of 500 000 m2 and will be the largest hospital in Hong Kong. It includes five buildings, delivering a comprehensive range of acute secondary and tertiary hospital services, with modern service models incorporating advanced technology and facilities. The hospital will feature 2 400 beds, 32 operating theatres and a designated trauma centre, providing accident and emergency, clinical, ambulatory and rehabilitation services. The facilities will also include a community health centre, a helipad and a public waterfront promenade, with link bridges and subways.
Potential Job Creation
Not stated.
Value
Not stated.
Duration
The NAH will take eight years to complete.
The PWH will take an estimated ten years to complete.
Latest Developments
Arup has been appointed by the Hong Kong Hospital Authority to provide project management consultancy services for both developments.
Key Contracts and Suppliers
Arup (project management consultancy services).
On Budget and on Time?
Not stated.
Contact Details for Project Information
Hong Kong Hospital Authority, tel +852 7328 3855 or email newsdo@ha.org.hk.