Labor Shortages Drive Up Construction Costs in Hong Kong

Wednesday, 19 June 2024, 07:00

The latest report by Turner & Townsend reveals that Hong Kong has surpassed Tokyo as the costliest city in Asia for building projects due to severe labor shortages. Out of 91 cities surveyed, 72 markets reported significant challenges in sourcing skilled labor, leading to inflated costs in the construction sector. The findings highlight the impact of labor shortages on project expenses and the competitive landscape among Asian cities for construction investments.
South China Morning Post
Labor Shortages Drive Up Construction Costs in Hong Kong

Labor Shortages Impact Construction Costs

The recent survey by Turner & Townsend sheds light on the challenges faced in the construction industry.

Key Points:

  • Costly Rankings: Hong Kong emerges as the most expensive city for building projects in Asia.
  • Labor Shortages: 72 out of 91 global cities reported difficulties in finding skilled workers.

The competitive environment for construction investments in Asia is further intensified by these labor challenges.


This article was prepared using information from open sources in accordance with the principles of Ethical Policy. The editorial team is not responsible for absolute accuracy, as it relies on data from the sources referenced.


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