AI-Powered Drones: Revolutionizing Construction Site Safety, Housekeeping & Progress Monitoring

Mr. Hugo Cheuk is the COO and Co-Founder of ViAct, Asia’s leading impact startup focused on enhancing workplace safety and sustainability in heavy industries through scenario-based AI monitoring solutions. Since its establishment in 2019, ViAct has received global recognition, including Forbes Asia’s 100 to Watch, the World Economic Forum’s Technology Pioneer recognition, and Google’s Impact Measurement Certificate.

With a team of around 100 staff and offices across Asia, ViAct processes billions of images daily and serves major enterprises in Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. Hugo’s vision is to develop ViAct into one of the world’s most recognised AI companies specialising in the Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) industry, with the ultimate aim of saving lives in high-risk workplaces.

Hugo graduated as a building engineer and holds a master’s degree in business administration. Before beginning his AI journey, he gained more than 10 years of experience in corporate strategy, brand management and business development. As a serial entrepreneur with experience in listed companies and multinational corporations, he now oversees ViAct’s operations and strategic direction. Hugo often emphasises that everyone should be able to return home safely, regardless of where they work or what role they perform.