HONG KONG, June 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Hong Kong Applied Science and Technology Research Institute (ASTRI) has announced the appointment of Ir Dr Ted Suen as its Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective 2 July 2025, for a three-year term.
Ir Sunny Lee, Board Chairman of ASTRI, extended a warm welcome to Ir Dr Suen and commended his extensive experience in senior positions within the technology sector coupled with proven expertise in managing large enterprises, driving digital transformation, and commercialising technology solutions. Ir Lee also recognised Ir Dr Suen’s strong passion for advancing the practical application of technology, describing him as an ideal talent for the role.
“We have full confidence in Ir Dr Suen’s leadership,” said Lee. “Under his guidance, ASTRI will further enhance its research and development capabilities and strengthen its position as a trusted partner for enterprises undergoing technology upgrades. By translating more research outcomes into real-world applications across diverse industries, ASTRI will deliver tangible benefits to society. He will also drive ASTRI to contribute more to solidifying Hong Kong’s position as an international innovation and technology hub, while contributing to our country’s efforts to cultivate new quality productive forces.”
Ir Dr Ted Suen expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to lead ASTRI, stressing the pivotal role of innovation and technology in strengthening Hong Kong’s competitive edge while driving social progress and economic growth. “It is an honour to join the ASTRI team. With the support of the HKSAR Government and the Board of Directors, ASTRI will deepen its engagement with stakeholders across the innovation and technology ecosystem, fostering closer collaboration among government, industry, academia, research and investment sectors. This will accelerate the process of industrial upgrading through technology as well as commercialisation of scientific research. I am committed to further enhancing the value of ASTRI’s technological achievements, seizing opportunities to expand into both Mainland China and international markets.”
Extensive Experience and International Recognition
Ir Dr Suen has over 30 years of IT experience, specialising in IT outsourcing services, large-scale system integration and digital transformation. Prior to ASTRI, he served as President of Lenovo PCCW Solutions (LPS) and Executive Director of Digital Mobility and Chief Technology Officer of the NEOM Land Mobility Department for Saudi Arabia’s globally renowned mega city project. He also spent a decade as Chief Information Officer of MTR Corporation Limited, where he spearheaded digital transformation initiatives and managed highly intricate global IT operations.
His industry contributions have earned him numerous accolades, including the 2012 China Top 5 CIO Award, the 2013 Hong Kong CIO Award for Large Enterprises, the 2013 China Best Value CIO Award, the 2014 Asia CIO Award, and the 2019 ASEAN Top 20 CIO Award. Serving as the President of Hong Kong Computer Society from 2017 to 2021, he was bestowed the Medal of Honor from the HKSAR Government in 2020 for his contributions to local ICT talent cultivation and development, and was appointed Adjunct Professor of City University of Hong Kong from 2020 to 2022 and currently an Honorary Professor of Hong Kong Metropolitan University.
He holds a Doctorate in Business Administration from SBS Swiss Business School, a Master’s Degree in Professional Accounting from Charles Sturt University and double degrees in Economic and Science from the Australian National University.
Ir Lee expressed his appreciation to Dr Ying Huang, Chief Technology Officer; Ir Chris Chong, Chief Operating Officer; and Ms Cammy Yung, Chief Financial Officer for their dedication in sharing interim CEO responsibilities during the transition period.
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Ir Dr Ted Suen will be named ASTRI CEO on 2 July 2025
About ASTRI
Hong Kong Applied Science and Technology Research Institute (ASTRI) was founded by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region in 2000 with the mission of enhancing Hong Kong’s competitiveness through applied research. ASTRI’s core R&D competence in various areas is grouped under five Technology Divisions: Advanced Electronic Components and Systems; Artificial Intelligence and Trust Technologies; Communications Technologies; Intelligent Perception and Control Technologies, and IoT Sensing and AI Technologies. It is applied across six core areas which are Smart City, Financial Technologies, New Industrialisation and Intelligent Manufacturing, Digital Health, Application Specific Integrated Circuits and Metaverse.
Over the years, ASTRI has nurtured a pool of research, I&T talents and received numerous international awards for its pioneering innovations as well as outstanding business and community contributions. ASTRI has transferred more than 1,500 technologies to the industry and has been granted over 1,100 patents in the Mainland, the United States, and other countries. For further information, please visit www.astri.org.