Tongji University and Luban Software Collaborate to Establish a Smart Water Industry-Education Integration Innovation Base

On April 22, 2024, the unveiling ceremony for the industry-Education Integration Innovation Base jointly established by Luban Software and Tongji University was successfully held at Luban Software’s headquarters. Fang Ming, General Manager of Luban Software, and Vice Dean Lu Zhibo jointly unveiled the plaque for the "Talent Development and Industry-University-Research Cooperation Base" in Smart Water Management. The event was witnessed and addressed by Li Ye, Director of the Shanghai Vocational Skills Appraisal Centre, and Sun Zheng, Deputy Director of the Jing’an District Employment Promotion Centre. Several experts and scholars, including Professor Liu Suiqing, former Dean of the college and a renowned domestic expert in water supply and drainage, and Zhang Shenglei, a Smart Water Expert from the Urban Science and Technology Association, attended the ceremony and engaged in academic exchanges.

At the event, Fang Ming reviewed Luban Software’s development history and reflected on nearly a decade of collaboration with Tongji University. He emphasized that this joint effort in establishing the industry-University-Research Base for Smart Water Management not only accelerates their longstanding partnership but also significantly contributes to innovation and progress within the industry. Professor Xin Kunlun, Director of Tongji University’s Smart Water Centre, provided a brief overview of the centre’s development and recent research achievements, highlighting its dedication to advancing digital transformation and intelligent upgrades in the water industry with cutting-edge technology and forward-looking perspectives.

During the ceremony, Luban Research Institute held a Chief Expert Appointment Ceremony, appointing Professor Liu Suiqing, Honorary Director of Tongji University’s Smart Water Centre, as the Chief Expert in Smart Water Management at Luban Software. Professor Liu expressed his commitment to fully supporting the development of the Luban Research Institute in the field of Smart Water, jointly driving innovation and the application of smart water technologies.

This collaboration between Luban Software and Tongji University to establish the industry-Education Integration Innovation Base deepens their partnership and enhances cooperation in industry-education integration. It aims to advance development and practical applications in the field of Smart Water, promoting synergy among education, research, and industry. The initiative seeks to foster close alignment between cutting-edge technology, industry advancement, and smart innovation, while cultivating high-quality professionals equipped to meet the demands of digital transformation and market evolution.