Annual Report 2024

58 2024 Annual Report Transport International Holdings Limited SUSTAINABILITY REPORT As the Hong Kong SAR Government continues to march towards carbon reduction, electric vehicles have gained popularity over the years and have become a major development trend in the transport industry. To address the surging demand for electric vehicle maintenance services, KMB, as the operator of Hong Kong’s largest electric bus fleet, actively fosters local talent by leveraging its extensive experience in electric vehicle maintenance. The Technical Training Section under the KMB Academy launched the Electric Vehicle Maintenance Safety Awareness Training Programme (“EVE”) and the Electric Vehicle Low Voltage (LV) Training Programme (“EVL”). These training programmes were designed not only for KMB’s maintenance personnel but also for other industry professionals seeking to acquire expertise in electric vehicle maintenance. We believe these programmes can help expand the talent pool of qualified personnel for electric vehicle maintenance in Hong Kong, facilitating industry-wide collaboration in the transition towards greener urban mobility. These two programmes offered by the KMB Academy have been accredited by the Vehicle Maintenance Technical Advisory Committee of the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department, establishing the KMB Academy as one of the first organisations to receive official recognition. Upon graduation, registered vehicle mechanics will be qualified for relevant service scopes in EV maintenance. Since the launch of the programmes, the KMB Academy has trained nearly 100 KMB mechanics and other talent from the industry, reinforcing the importance of prioritising safety in electric vehicle maintenance. The EVE welcomes newcomers interested in pursuing a career in vehicle maintenance, as well as vehicle mechanics registered under the Voluntary Registration Scheme for Vehicle Mechanics (“VRSVM”) by the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department (“EMSD”) with service scopes ranging from S2 to S7. The programme is designed to help students understand relevant laws and regulations on Occupational Safety and Health related to EV maintenance, as well as safety knowledge and the necessary safety facilities in the workplace. Case Study KMB Academy Introduces Two Electric Vehicle Maintenance Training Programmes Accredited by EMSD