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ESG Achievement Awards 2022/2023 is Open for Application, Adding 4 New Award Categories Celebrating Champions and Innovators

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 5 May 2023 – Institute of ESG & Benchmark (IESGB) is pleased to announce the launch of the ESG Achievement Awards 2022/2023. Returning for its third year, the awards continue to promote pioneering initiatives for all businesses and stakeholders to flourish through demonstration of commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices. The awards is supported by Hang Seng Indexes Company Limited (HSIL), the official ESG Data Partner. The application period is open until 2 June 2023.
Previous winners represented household names from various industries, including food and beverage, manufacturing, real estate, and finance, among others. This year, the awards have opened with the theme “ESG Champions: Pioneering Sustainable Development,” which aims to celebrate businesses, individuals, and non-profits who have integrated ESG into every level of their operations. These early adopters have taken the path of trial and error, inspiring us to take the first step towards meaningful change.

“As the world grapples with numerous sustainability challenges and ever-changing regulations, it is important to recognize and celebrate the achievements of those who have paved the way towards a more sustainable future. From worldwide industries to our local government, the promotion of a green economy is a significant matter,” said Mr Paul Pong, Co-Founder of IESGB. “The awards seek to do just that by highlighting the efforts of organizations that are committed to making a positive effect on the environment, society, and the economy. Thus, we invite organizations of all sizes across the Greater Bay Area to join us, so that we can generate a bigger impact together.

The award categories focus on companies’ ESG leadership, demonstrated through their holistic reporting, effective operations, and innovative approach to sustainable development. Winners will be selected by esteemed jurors and presented at the Awards Ceremony Luncheon, tentatively scheduled for September 2023.

Mr Vincent Pang, Chairman of the awards’ jury panel, shares that the awards introduced four new award categories: Best Sustainable Vision Awards, ESG Learning, ESG Elite Awards and Development Awards, and ESG Innovative Project Awards. “The addition of these new categories acknowledges companies with specific actions towards net zero carbon footprint, stakeholder education, and innovative work with ESG in mind. Productivity in ESG implementation can take various forms, and these categories ensure we don’t miss out on those efforts”, he said.

IESGB is a non-profit organization founded in 2020 with a mission to promote ESG practices in Hong Kong and beyond, facilitate ESG education, and encourage a balance between commercial and non-commercial organizations. Ultimately, IESGB hopes to co-create a better ESG ecosystem in Hong Kong.

Award Categories
Category

Sub-Categories

ESG Benchmark Awards

1) The ESG Leader

Outstanding Performance in Environmental Responsibility

Outstanding Performance in Social Responsibility

Outstanding Performance in Corporate

Outstanding ESG Awards

2.1) Listed Company

2.2) Non-Listed Company

2.3) NGO /NPO

Outstanding ESG Product and Service Awards

3.1) Outstanding ESG Fund

3.2) Outstanding ESG ETF

3.3) Outstanding ESG MPF

3.4) Outstanding ESG Service Provider

Criteria set by Fund Managers – Distinguished ESG Company

4.1) Listed Company

Best Sustainable Vision Awards

5.1) Listed Company

5.2) Non-Listed Company

5.3) NGO /NPO

SG Learning & Development Awards

6.1) Company /Organisation

ESG Innovative Project Awards

7.1) Listed Company

7.2) Non-Listed Company

7.3) NGO /NPO

ESG Elite Awards

8.1) Individual

Honorary Awards (By invitation only)

9.1) Company /Organisation

9.2) Individual

9.3) Outstanding Sustainability and Dividend Growth Awards

Jury Panel
Full Name

Post

Chairman of Jury Panel

Mr Vincent Pang

Managing Director, AVISTA Group

Vice Chairman of Jury Panel

Ms Ashley Khoo

Executive Director, CFA Society Hong Kong

Jury Panel Members

Ms Mabel Chan

Veteran of mutual fund industry
Co-host of Metro Finance Radio HK

Ms Charmaine W. H. Cheng

Deputy General Manager / Named Company Secretary

Fountain Set (Holdings) Limited

Prof Karen Cheung

President & Secretary-General, UNESCO Hong Kong Association

Director of Hong Kong Institute of Education for Sustainable Development

Ms Lovinia Chiu

Chairman, Executive Director and CEO Medialink Group Limited

Ir Edward Chow

Deputy Head, Carbon and ESG Solutions

Green Living and Innovation Division

Hong Kong Productivity Council

Ms Pamela Chung

Managing Director & Head of IPO
Tricor Group

Mr Roy Fan

Head of Sustainability, Climate Change and ESG Services
SWCS Corporate Services Group (Hong Kong) Limited

Hon Robert Lee

Legislative Council Member
Functional Constituency – Financial Services

Mr Thomas Lee

Founder and Chairman
TLP CPA Limited

Ms Nana Li

Head of Sustainability & Stewardship, Asia-Pacific
Impax Asset Management
Hong Kong

Prof Charles W W Ng

Dean of Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Fok Ying Tung Graduate School

Dr Kenny Tang

Chairman
The Hong Kong Institute of Financial Analysts and Professional Commentators

Mr Mike Wong

Chief Executive Officer
The Chamber of Hong Kong Listed Companies

Ms Jessie Yu

Chief Executive
Hong Kong Single Parents Association

Mrs Rebecca Choy Yung

Founder & Chair
Golden Age Foundation

For more information about the ESG Achievement Awards 2022/2023, please visit www.iesgbawards.org

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About IESGB

The Institute of ESG & Benchmark (IESGB) is a non-profit organisation. Its endeavors is to elevate stakeholders’ awareness and knowledge towards Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) in all industry sectors. By organising Environment, Social and Governance relevant trainings and events, IESGB hopes to lead and strengthen the ESG standards and development across Hong Kong.

Vientiane Police Issue Statement On Shooting of 25-Year-Old “Jack”

25-year-old Anousa Luangsuphom or “Jack”
Police in Laos have issued a statement regarding the shooting of 25-year-old Anousa “Jack” Luangsuphom at a cafe in Vientiane Capital. 

Milwaukee Asia Reaffirms its Commitment to support the transformation of the construction workplace through provision of a 360 degree Health and Safety Solution

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 5 May 2023 – Regional industrial accident statistics highlight serious issues with on-site health and safety in Hong Kong workplaces and demonstrate the need for the contractors to embrace self-regulation and improved safety standards. To support contractors in achieving higher standards of health and safety, MILWAUKEE, an industry-leading manufacturer of heavy-duty cordless power tools, accessories and hand tools for professional users worldwide, has participated in the Hong Kong’s Innovation and Technology Fund, to facilitate industry partner to uiltize its product ecosystem to create an effective health and safety’s workplace.

Operating in the construction industry requires the ability to deal with numerous complex processes and business challenges, such as optimizing productivity, adhering to completion deadlines, effective collaboration with partners and employee safety. Milwaukee is committed to supporting the transformation of the construction workplace through provision of a 360 degree Health and Safety Solution to meet these challenges. The key features of this solution are as follows:

  • Minimizing injuries caused by accidents: Various accidents, such as dangling tool entanglement, operating errors and dropping of tools, may occur when using power tools/equipment on a construction site;
    • Cordless solutions: Reduce the risks of cable tangling
    • AUTOSTOP control: Stops a tool when encounter kick back
    • RAPIDSTOP brake: Enable quick stop on tools when trigger released
  • Low noise, low vibration: Selective power tools feature low noise and low vibration configurations. For instance, M12 FUEL and M18 FUEL hydraulic impact drivers and high vibration tools designed with anti-vibration system (AVS), providing increased safety for the operators;
  • Personal protective equipment (PPE): MILWAUKEE is one of the leading manufacturers offering PPE, such as safety glasses and anti-cut gloves and safety helmet. This reflects MILWAUKEE’s emphasis on safety and commitment to providing total protection for users;
  • Dust control: A construction site is a dusty place. If workers are not properly protected, they are at greater risks of developing pneumoconiosis. MILWAUKEE offers a wide range of dust control tools to keep workers healthy. Its dust control devices and dust extrators for rotary hammers and grinders are professionally certified, which can reduce dusts by up to 90%; and
  • Reducing emissions: Its cordless solutions, including M12, M18 and MX FUEL technologies, are powered by lithium batteries, which eliminates gas emission issues.

“Our initiatives aim to implement safe working practices to ensure the protection of all workers on-site”, says Jackie Chan, Milwaukee Commercial Director, Hong Kong & Taiwan. “Ensuring workplace safety is crucial, and it requires advanced planning and the provision of appropriate tools and equipment. Moreover, it is essential to provide comprehensive training to increase workers’ awareness of potential hazards and enable them to implement safety precautions effectively. We have noticed a growing number of companies taking additional measures to safeguard their employees’ safety, and we are delighted to collaborate with them to enhance workplace health and safety.”

Milwaukee is committed to ensuring the safety and efficiency of construction environment by expanding its product range to meet the ever-changing demands of the workplace environment. In addition to product development, Milwaukee also provides Job Site Solutions (JCC) consultancy services for the construction workplace. Through on-site inspections, each construction workplace is carefully assessed for any limitations, thereby enabling the selection of the most suitable tools and equipment to meet the site’s unique requirements. Furthermore, the application of the new solution also improves production efficiency, simplifies and integrates cordless tool platforms, and significantly reduces operating costs. This solution has become a flagship service in the Asia-Pacific region, successfully helping construction operators create a safe and efficient work environment.

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About Milwaukee Tool

Milwaukee Tool, founded in 1924, is a global leader in delivering innovative solutions to the professional construction trades that increase productivity and safety. Milwaukee® is known for their world-leading M12™, M18™, and MX FUEL™ cordless systems, the ground-breaking performance of their cordless innovations, safety solutions, battery-powered outdoor power equipment, jobsite lighting and clean-up, time-saving accessories, and innovative hand tool and PACKOUT™ Modular Storage products. The company is dedicated to delivering a steady stream of advanced, trade-specific solutions.

Milwaukee Tool is a Brookfield, Wisconsin-based subsidiary of Techtronic Industries Co. Ltd. (TTI) (HKEx stock code: 669, ADR symbol: TTNDY). For more information on the full line of Milwaukee® products, please visit .

Laos Sees Slight Dip in Inflation Rate in April

Lao currency. ( Photo: iStock).

The country recorded an inflation rate of 39.89% in April, according to the report from the Lao Statistics Bureau (LSB).

Lao President Meets With Cambodian PM to Strengthen Ties

Lao President Meets With Cambodian PM To Strengthen Ties
President Thongloun Sisoulith (left) shakes hands with Prime Minister Hun Sen at the Peace Palace in Phnom Penh on 4 May.

The top leaders of Laos and Cambodia met on Thursday at the Peace Palace in Phnom Penh to further strengthen “already excellent” bilateral relations.

Laos to Update Law on Tourism, Improve Cooperation Among Govt. and Businesses

Tourists in Luang Prabang. ( Photo : Nouthaphone Simmavong).

The Ministry of Information, Culture, and Tourism (MICT) met with various stakeholders to discuss the possibility of updating tourism laws in Laos.

Interpharma Investments Limited Appoints Alfonso “Chito” Zulueta As Non-Executive Chairman

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 5 May 2023 – Interpharma Investments Limited, holding company of leading healthcare services provider Zuellig Pharma, today announced the appointment of Mr. Alfonso “Chito” Zulueta as Non-Executive Chairman of its Board. Effective 1 June 2023, Mr. Zulueta succeeds Mr. Patrick Davies, who stepped down after serving as Non-Executive Chairman for four years.

Mr. Zulueta joins Interpharma Investments Limited with more than three decades of experience with Eli Lilly and Company, where he was most recently President of Lilly International, and an Executive Committee member and Corporate Officer prior to his retirement in 2021. He has a strong track record in the pharmaceutical industry and extensive experience on corporate boards and industry associations. During his career with Eli Lilly and Company, he held both regional, U.S. and global roles across various functional areas including sales, marketing, product and business development, operations, and general management.

Mr. Zulueta said, “Zuellig Pharma plays a unique role in the healthcare landscape in Asia, as an innovative partner in many areas across distribution and commercialisation solutions. With its rich, proven legacy and a spirit of resilience, entrepreneurship and depth, the company is well-placed for an exciting future. Patrick has been exceptional in helping steer the business through a solid period of growth. I look forward to continuing his legacy and contributing to the company’s strategy to help achieve its mission of making healthcare more accessible in Asia.”

Under Mr. Davies’ leadership, Zuellig Pharma overcame a period of uncertainty and significant challenges brought about by the pandemic, including major disruptions to supply chains and pressures on healthcare systems worldwide. Mr. Davies steered the company through an important business transformation, cementing its position as an indispensable partner to the company’s key stakeholders and the communities it serves in Asia.

Mr. Davies said, “The company’s success in weathering massive challenges over the past four years is a true testament of our capabilities, collective resilience and commitment towards building a healthier future for Asia. It brings me great pride to have been part of this journey and I look forward to seeing Zuellig Pharma scale greater heights in the years to come.”

Interpharma Investments Limited expresses its sincerest gratitude to Mr. Davies for his valuable contribution to the Board during his four-year term and extends its warmest welcome to Mr. Zulueta.

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About Zuellig Pharma

Zuellig Pharma (a subsidiary of Interpharma Investments Limited) is one of the largest healthcare services groups in Asia and our mission is to make healthcare more accessible to the communities we serve. We provide world-class distribution, digital and commercial services to support the growing healthcare needs in this region. The company was started a hundred years ago and has grown to become an over US$15 billion business covering 16 markets with over 13,000 employees. Our people serve over 350,000 medical facilities and work with over 500 clients, including the top 20 pharmaceutical companies in the world.

Officials in Laos Undergo Training to Detect and Prosecute Human Trafficking Cases

International Organization for Migration in Laos (IOM) and the Supreme
People’s Prosecutor (OSPP) held a Workshop focusing on the Development of Adapted
Manual for Interview and Statement-Taking Skills with Human Trafficking Victims.