The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has received a donation from the GS Charity Foundation to support a new research project focused on integrating AI and digital platforms to advance sustainable fashion. Titled ‘From Tradition to Tech: A Holistic Approach to Sustainable Fashion Design and Brand Ecosystem Management in the Age of AI and Digital Platforms,’ the project will be led by the School of Fashion and Textiles (SFT).
The project commencement ceremony was attended by Jin-Guang Teng, President, PolyU and Yeung Fan, Vice-chairman and General Manager, Glorious Sun Group. The two leaders exchanged a commemorative souvenir, a unique piece created by PolyU’s SFT and Industrial Centre. It features PolyU's architecture crafted with weaving techniques and an inscription that thanks the foundation while highlighting the university's commitment to innovation in fashion.
Teng expressed his gratitude for Glorious Sun Group and the GS Charity Foundation's long-standing support. He emphasized, AI is a core technology for Hong Kong's development and this collaboration will help produce a new generation of talent for the textile sector, equipped with both industry knowledge and AI expertise. This will help Hong Kong leverage its regional advantages and solidify the Greater Bay Area’s position as a hub for fashion innovation, he noted.
Highlighting the decades-long partnership between Glorious Sun Group and PolyU, Fan stated, the company's support for the research reflects its confidence in PolyU’s excellence. He also affirmed their shared commitment to nurturing talent and driving innovation and sustainability in the apparel industry.
Providing an overview of the research, Professor Joanne Yip, Associate Dean and Professor of SFT, explained, the fashion industry is undergoing a major transformation, adopting new technologies like AI and digital platforms to enhance efficiency, improve customer experience, and integrate sustainable practices. The research will focus on seven key areas to create innovative solutions that merge traditional design with advanced technology, ultimately boosting the industry's competitiveness.
