Start research of the imseCAVE Virtual Reality System at The University of Hong Kong
VOTANIC Limited is a technology start-up with vision in research and development of cutting-edge technology in virtual reality (VR) providing support to different communities and VR users. Founded in 2017 by a group of researchers and industrialists, VOTANIC originates from The University of Hong Kong’s decades-long research in virtual reality systems led by Dr. Henry Lau, who co-founded VOTANIC.’s subsidiary – HACTIS Limited – through the government’s TSSSU@HKU scheme in 2015.
Throughout the years, VOTANIC’s expertise in immersive VR technology and strong root in research-based innovation have bred numerous effective and cost saving solutions for Hong Kong Airport, port container terminals, government departments and institutions to upgrade their efficiency in business development, operations and enterprising training.
Start research of the imseCAVE Virtual Reality System at The University of Hong Kong
First prototype of the imseCAVE system installed at the Department of Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering, the University of Hong Kong
First generation of imseCAVE developed along with the first imseCAVE application, Quay Crane Simulator, for container terminal operator training
imseCAVE installed at the Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Logistics Engineering and Simulation of Tsinghua University
New generation of imseCAVE integrated with optical motion tracking system
Invention of MagicPad 3D user interface for imseCAVE
Improved compact design of imseCAVE system with ultra short throw 3D projectors
Next generation of imseCAVE with large screens and mobility design
First public show of imseCAVE at Kai Tak Cruise Terminal
ICT Best Digital Entertainment (Interaction Design) Silver Award
Established HACTIS through government’s TSSSU@HKU scheme with a vision to build a VR community
Founded VOTANIC Limited with vision in research and development of cutting-edge technology in virtual reality (VR) providing support to different communities and VR users
Introduction of imseDOME 360 degree immersive projection system
Brandon Hall Excellence Awards 2017 - Gold Award for Best Advance in Unique Learning Technology - VR for Police Training
Established VOTANIC’s mainland China branch in Zhongshan, promoting virtual reality technologies and services in line with Greater Bay Area development
Installed the first immersive virtual reality CAVE system at the Vocational Training Council in Hong Kong, providing a versatile and advanced platform for program development
Set up a dome virtual reality system at RTHK’s “Light and Sound” exhibition commemorating 90 years of public broadcasting, revisiting Hong Kong’s television and radio history with audiences
Launched vCAVE, entering the market with cost-effective, high-quality immersive experiences
Installed Hong Kong’s first large-scale vCAVE for Diocesan Boys’ School’s 150th anniversary art exhibition to showcase digitized student artworks
Developed Tseung Kwan O’s first vCAVE system for Haven of Hope Hospital, tailored for rehabilitation therapy
Installed Asia’s largest virtual reality vCAVE system with a fully dynamic platform for the Occupational Safety and Health Council
Collaborated with MTR Corporation to develop a multi-platform virtual reality training system for railway operations
Installed an ultra-high-definition passive stereoscopic virtual reality vCAVE system for Hong Kong Shue Yan University
Partnered with SmarTone to create Hong Kong’s first vCAVE system utilizing 5G communication
Installed Hong Kong’s first low-energy-consumption LED vCAVE system for the Environmental Protection Department
Designed and delivered a dedicated non-reflective back-projection laser vCAVE system for HKUSPACE Centennial College
Collaborated with the Civil Engineering and Development Department to develop a virtual reality training system for soil nail operations
Installed Hong Kong’s first large-scale vCAVE system for educational purposes at Hong Kong Baptist University Affiliated School Wong Kam Fai Secondary and Primary School
The team won the 2022 Smart Living Award
Collaborated with The Hong Kong Polytechnic University’s Industrial Centre to create HiVE (Immersive Hybrid Reality CAVE System), the world’s first fully immersive hybrid reality classroom
Installed the world’s first 360-degree immersive LED future cinema system for HKBU’s Visualization Research Centre
Developed multiple virtual reality CAVE systems for education and research at Hong Kong Metropolitan University’s Digital Art Laboratory
The HiVE system won an Inventions Award at the 48th Geneva International Exhibition of Inventions
Provided a newly designed 360° entertainment system for the clubhouse facilities of Henderson Land’s Mid-Levels luxury residential project
Designed and delivered a novel cylindrical, convertible vCAVE system for ACS School, offering diverse learning experiences
Launched XRCC, a zero-code, cross-platform XR experience creation software
Developed the world’s first mobile 360-degree immersive LED cinema system for HKBU’s Visualization Research Centre, launching a global tour
XRCC won an Inventions Award at the 4th Asia Exhibition of Innovations and Inventions Hong Kong
Released XRCC 3.0, featuring a new interface and user experience, enabling real-time cross-platform multi-user co-creation and collaborative play
XRCC won a Silver Award in the “Entertainment Design and Experience” category at the 2025 Edison Awards™
XRCC 3.1 launched an expandable STEM ecosystem, empowering users to unleash boundless creativity