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SUNeVision x HKBN = Next Level Resilience with Subsea Cable “TKO Connect”

Hong Kong’s first dual-path subsea cable system commences operations

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 19 September 2023 – SUNeVision Holdings Ltd. (“SUNeVision”, SEHK: 1686), the number one data centre provider and connectivity hub in Hong Kong, and HKBN Group (“HKBN”, SEHK: 1310), the leading integrated telecom and ICT solutions provider, today announced the commencement of operations of their joint-investment subsea cable system, TKO Connect. This project represents a significant milestone in next-generation subsea fibre cable systems as it enables ultra-reliable and seamless interconnection between the MEGA-i and MEGA Plus high-tier data centres in Hong Kong.

TKO Connect, a dedicated subsea cable system jointly invested by SUNeVision and HKBN, empowers direct end-to-end connectivity between MEGA-i and MEGA Plus.
TKO Connect, a dedicated subsea cable system jointly invested by SUNeVision and HKBN, empowers direct end-to-end connectivity between MEGA-i and MEGA Plus.

TKO Connect is a dedicated undersea fibre cable system directly linking SUNeVision’s MEGA-i, the most critical subsea interconnection hub in Chai Wan, and MEGA Plus, the state-of-the-art hyperscale data centre in Tseung Kwan O. Spanning approximately 3km between the two precincts, this new cable system provides the most direct and shortest route between MEGA-i and MEGA Plus – 20+km shorter and 4 times faster than alternate land routes[1] with latency as low as 0.014 milliseconds[2]. TKO Connect is also the first and only dual-path subsea cable in Hong Kong, with two physical cables specifically built underwater to achieve full resilience and ensure network continuity for business’ operational excellence. The cable terminates directly at the carrier-neutral facility MEGA-i with minimal fibre splicing and loss, which makes it ultra-reliable. Interconnecting MEGA-i with MEGA Plus, the cable will be further expanded to MEGA IDC, the hyperscale data centre in Tseung Kwan O which is currently under development, enabling customers to tap into MEGA-i’s robust ecosystem with high-security and low-latency access.

The implementation of TKO Connect further enhances SUNeVision’s MEGA-i and MEGA Plus facilities by introducing an additional layer of direct & ultra-low latency connectivity, effectively linking the two data centres as a unified entity, working seamlessly to maximise operational efficiency and effectiveness for customers.

With a long tradition of pioneering breakthroughs that have brought high-speed internet to the market, HKBN is a leader in building innovative fibre infrastructures. Having invested billions of dollars into its proprietary world-class fibre infrastructure over the past three decades, HKBN is the only carrier in Hong Kong which operates a unique tri-carrier network (comprising three fibre optic networks of HKBN, WTT and NWT with coverage to over 8,000 commercial buildings and facilities), delivering unmatched route diversity to serve the complete range of needs from carriers and enterprises.

Allen Fung, Vice Chairman and Executive Director of SUNeVision said, “We are pleased to announce the commencement of TKO Connect today. Our flagship data centre MEGA-i has for many years served as a critical interconnection hub for Asia and globally. The completion of TKO Connect, which links up MEGA-i with our TKO data centres (i.e. MEGA Plus and the new MEGA IDC) will substantially increase speed and improve latency of data exchange amongst these data centres. This enables our MEGA-i customers to expand seamlessly into our TKO data centres, unconstrained by the capacity at MEGA-i. This also allows our customers to build resilience by having multiple hubs within our MEGA Campus. We believe with the TKO Connect, together with new subsea cables that will ‘land at’ MEGA-i, will further strengthen SUNeVision’s role as a critical hub in Asia.”

NiQ Lai, HKBN Co-Owner and Group CEO shared, “As a company driven by Purpose to ‘Make our Home a Better Place to Live’, our investments have always been a backbone for society’s progress. This pioneering collaboration continues our commitment to deliver world leading industry-first breakthroughs for customers, as we redefine the subsea space to address hyper-accelerated demand from the Asia Pacific region’s digital economy.”

[1] Land route leveraging Fixed Telecommunications Network Services (FTNS) providers’ network
[2] Distance between cable landing points of TKO Connect

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About SUNeVision

SUNeVision (SEHK: 1686), the technology arm of Sun Hung Kai Properties (SEHK: 0016), is the largest data centre provider in Hong Kong. We provide industry-leading carrier and cloud-neutral data centre services with Asia’s number one connectivity. We connect providers of telecommunications, cloud, ISP, CDN, OTT from local, mainland China and global with enterprises of different businesses on our Asia leading data centre ecosystem.

SUNeVision forms MEGA Campus by extending the connectivity edge from highly connected MEGA-i to other high-tier data centres, including MEGA Gateway, MEGA IDC, MEGA Plus and MEGA Two. Facilities on MEGA Campus are interconnected through a dedicated dark fibre network and around 15,000 cross-connects. Together with City PoPs of major submarine cables in our facilities, we enable our customers for direct connections to multi-cloud platforms and multi-cloud exchanges with the best connectivity in town. The addition of cable landing stations HKIS-1 and HKIS-2 to our data centre portfolio will provide a one-stop-solution to cable owners and users, strengthening our position as the leading connectivity hub in Asia. We are committed to supporting Hong Kong as a regional information hub and a strategic gateway to mainland China.

For more information, please visit SUNeVision’s , or .

About HKBN Group

Headquartered in Hong Kong with operations spanning across Hong Kong, Macau and mainland China, HKBN Group (“the Group” or “HKBN”) is a leading integrated telecommunications and technology services provider. The Group provides a full range of one-stop, high-quality information and communication technology (ICT) solutions and an unlimited services portfolio. HKBN’s extensive tri-carrier fibre infrastructure covers over 2.54 million residential homes and more than 8,000 commercial buildings and facilities across Hong Kong. Committed to creating a lasting positive impact to wherever it operates, HKBN embraces a core purpose to “Make our Home a Better Place to Live” and has received a highest possible rating of AAA in MSCI’s 2022 ESG Ratings assessment in environment, society and governance. The Group is managed by hundreds of Co-Owners (supervisory and management level Talents in the Group) who invested their savings to buy shares of HKBN Ltd. For more information about HKBN, please visit .

Signing of MoU between China Travel Intelligence Brand Marketing Institute, Chinese Culture Institute, Bonjour Technology Services and Teamwork Creative Events Limited

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 19 September 2023 – Teamwork Creative Events Limited (“Teamwork”), the Greater China promoter for the FIA World Rallycross Championship, is proud to announce the signing of MoU on promotion of brand culture, race operation, cooperation on the culture and creative events, meetings and conventions, import of international major races and export Chinese enterprises as well as export of manufacturing technology and development of green circuit design with China Travel Intelligence Brand Marketing Institute (“BMI”) of the China Tourism Group, Chinese Culture Institute (“CCI”) and Bonjour Technology Services Limited (“Bonjour”).

Mr Dai Linxu, President of China Travel Intelligence Brand Marketing Institute (
Mr Dai Linxu, President of China Travel Intelligence Brand Marketing Institute (“BMI”) of the China Tourism Group, Mr Leslie Wong, CEO of Teamwork Creative Events Limited .

The signing ceremony was held on September 17, 2023, officiated by Mr Dai Linxu, President of BMI; Mr Jiang Zeng He of CCI; Mr Clement Chen, Chairman of Bonjour Holdings Limited representing Bonjour and Mr Leslie Wong, CEO of Teamwork.

The purpose of the collaboration is to seek partners in the local government and enterprises for Teamwork’s events; and to provide seamless services from the organization to operation of the race; taking the industry advantage in brand marketing and communication of the companies of China Travel. In addition, it aims to promote the synergy between Chinese tourism and international races to develop in-depth and systematic marketing tools.

Mr Jiang Zeng He of Chinese Culture Institute, Mr Leslie Wong, CEO of Teamwork Creative Events Limited
Mr Jiang Zeng He of Chinese Culture Institute, Mr Leslie Wong, CEO of Teamwork Creative Events Limited

The collaboration also includes manufacturing of new energy race cars; design and construction of the green race track; energy-saving technologies to promote low-carbon technologies and renewable energy output; offering new energy charging technology developed in China to the international races as well as marketing the racing equipment made in China, such as apparel and helmet, internationally via the major international races.

Through the Season Finale of the FIA World Rallycross Championship in Hong Kong, the project in the signing, the unique resources and benefits of the venue in Hong Kong will be utilized for hosting cultural carnivals so as to promote tourism brands in Mainland China and extend the tourism industry chain. All parties will work hand in hand to operate races in Mainland China, planning to build race tracks in various cities and seeking investment and support from local government and commercial partners, with the hope of promoting cultural tourism brands of Mainland China in Hong Kong and overseas.

Mr Clement Chen, Chairman of Bonjour Holdings Limited, Mr Leslie Wong, CEO of Teamwork Creative Events Limited
Mr Clement Chen, Chairman of Bonjour Holdings Limited, Mr Leslie Wong, CEO of Teamwork Creative Events Limited

The 2023 World Rallycross Championship includes eight stops. Kicked off in June this summer, the season finale will be held on November 11 – 12, when the champion will be crowned at the Central Harbourfront Event Space. The circuit is around 1.2 kilometers long and the surface will be half mud and half tarmac. There are five cars on the starting line in each race and the cars are electric, fast, sliding, jumping and bumping, offering maximum entertainment for the audience.

BMI will handle the box office in China, expecting to attract a lot of tourists from Mainland China to the event. The company will boost tourism as well as serve the ground to promote FIA World Rallycross 2024 China stop and handle the co-ordination work.

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About the FIA World Rallycross Championship

Blending cutting-edge innovation with family-friendly spectator appeal, the FIA World Rallycross Championship (World RX) showcases head-to-head, short, sharp racing on mixed surfaces (gravel and asphalt) within amphitheatre-like venues. An evolution of the popular and prestigious FIA European Rallycross Championship, World RX was launched in 2014 and represents the very pinnacle of the discipline, visiting some of the most iconic venues in the sport. In 2022, the series entered a new era in going fully electric – the next step on its journey towards a more sustainable future. Find out more at

About the Teamwork Creative Events Limited

Teamwork Creative Events Limited brings in international events and offers platform to events with the aim to promote technology in China and Hong Kong.

About the China Travel Intelligence Brand Marketing Institute

China Travel Intelligence Brand Marketing Institute, member of the China Tourism Group, delivers brand products to target consumers through brand communication, brand marketing and brand management. BMI is committed to meeting consumers’ needs. We are experienced in brand building, new media communication and other sales and marketing communications.

About the China Culture Institute

China Culture Institute is initiated and established by the China Federation for the Peaceful Development of Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan Overseas China, comprising of elites from overseas Chinese community, political and business sectors in the board of directors. The mission is to provide professional training, top think tanks, cultural and economic as well as educational exchange. It has also developed partnership with overseas Chinese Innovation Base in various provinces and cities across Mainland China to provide platform for innovation and business start-up.

About Bonjour Technology Services Limited

It aims to blend “Technology+Consumption” with technological means; to build a new ecology through “Industry+Technology+Capital”; to promote the digital transformation of enterprises and innovation in traditional industries; and to help enterprises increasing cost efficiency and transformation upgrade. It also supports the promotion of industry excellence operation to provide precise sales and marketing operation through the capabilities of the platform and the system integration.

Food Prices Affect Families in Laos Despite Easing Inflation

Food Prices Affect Families in Laos Despite Easing Inflation
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Most household incomes are failing to keep pace with inflation in Laos, causing families to cut spending on food, health, and education, according to a new World Bank survey showing that high food prices due to economic instability are threatening livelihoods and food security.

Champasack Soothsayer Gains Cult Following with Miracle Medicine

Champasack soothsayer gains cult following with miracle medicine
Dork Ket handing out the supposed magical medicine out of a window at her residence. (Photo: Laopost)
Residents of Dou village in the Phon Thong district of Champasack Province have lately been drawn to the residence of a self-proclaimed doctor who has formulated a traditional medicine that supposedly cures various diseases, including cancer.

Laos Records 492 Road Accidents in August, Claiming 52 Lives

The rescue team is assisting accident-injured individuals. (Photo: Jclao)

According to a report by the Traffic Police Department (TPD), Laos saw 492 road accidents in August, which is 68 lesser than the previous month. The accidents resulted in 52 fatalities, a significant decrease from the 92 deaths recorded in July, and 867 damaged vehicles.

CloudMile and Horangi Cyber Security Partner To Promote Cybersecurity Solutions for Businesses in Malaysia

CloudMile and Horangi Join Forces To Deliver Cutting-Edge Cybersecurity Solutions To Protect Malaysia’s Banking and Public Sectors Against Cyber Threats

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach – 19 September 2023 – CloudMile, a leading AI and cloud company and Google Cloud Managed Service Partner, has partnered with Horangi Cyber Security, a Bitdefender company based in Singapore, to promote Horangi’s Warden Cloud Security Posture Management secure enterprise solutions for the Malaysia market, with a particular focus on financial and public sectors critical to Malaysia’s economy.

Data breaches have become increasingly common in Malaysia in the past two years. CyberSecurity Malaysia reported more than 20,000 cybersecurity cases including fraud, data breaches in 2021, with an unprecedented loss of RM560 million (US$127 million). With the rise in cyber threats, effective cybersecurity measures are essential to maintain the trust of customers, safeguard sensitive data, and ensure the continued viability of these sectors.

“CloudMile understands the importance of having a robust cybersecurity strategy in place. CloudMile emphasises the use of a variety of cloud technologies and solutions to ensure that critical data and applications are secure and protected. By leveraging a range of cloud solutions, CloudMile is able to implement a layered security approach that provides redundancy and minimises the risk of data loss or breaches. This cybersecurity strategy demonstrates CloudMile’s commitment to providing its clients with top-of-the-class solutions that prioritise security and protection,” said Lester Leong, Country Manager in Malaysia of CloudMile.

Effective cybersecurity measures are essential to maintain the trust of customers, safeguard sensitive data and ensure the continued viability of these sectors. Horangi’s Warden Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) empowers business in these sectors to balance the concerns of compliance with the advantages of automation. Warden offers the automation of the discovery of misconfigurations in the cloud, paving the way for multi-cloud digital transformation through clear reporting and elimination of data security risks. Warden also helps with automated monitoring and policy enforcement technologies to mandate configuration and compliance standards and regulatory frameworks that FSIs must increasingly adhere to to remain compliant and secure.

“Malaysia’s banking and public sectors are critical to the country’s economy, and it is essential to ensure that they are protected against cyber threats. Our partnership with Horangi and their leading cloud security expertise, will enable us to provide these sectors with the necessary tools and expertise solutions to protect themselves against cyber attacks and keep their operations secure,” said Lester Leong, Country Manager in Malaysia of CloudMile.

“With the increasing number of cyber threats, effective cybersecurity measures are essential to safeguard sensitive data and ensure the continued viability of these sectors,” said Paul Hadjy, CEO and co-founder of Horangi Cyber Security, a Bitdefender Company. “CloudMile and Horangi are committed to providing tailored solutions to address these sectors’ specific needs and protect businesses from cyber threats.”
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Cushman & Wakefield releases 2022 Environmental, Social and Governance Report

Leading global commercial real estate firm highlights progress toward sustainability targets, diversity metrics and more

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 18 September 2023 – Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK), a leading global commercial real estate services firm, today released its 2022 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report. The ESG Report covers the firm’s global impact and progress across key ESG areas during 2022, and progress on targets for the years to come as the firm helps shape a more sustainable, inclusive future for commercial real estate.

Cushman & Wakefield views ESG as a key priority for the business and works to take bold action to advance ESG within its operations and for its clients around the world. The firm prioritizes responsible corporate citizenship, reducing its environmental impact and creating an inclusive workplace for all, while enabling clients to do the same.

“Through our work, we aim to deliver real estate services with the highest standards of environmental care and social responsibility to drive purposeful change for our business and clients,” said Cushman & Wakefield CEO Michelle MacKay. “Around the world, many of our clients are looking to us to help achieve their own ESG goals. Our size, scale and balance of strategic and technical capabilities make us well-suited to integrate ESG within the property lifecycle for our own firm and to help our clients do the same. Cushman & Wakefield’s 2022 ESG Report shows the firm’s meaningful progress in achieving our goals.”

Some of the firm’s recent ESG highlights include:

ENVIRONMENTAL

  • Recognized among the first group of companies to have a net zero commitment validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
  • Observed a 33% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 (market-based) GHG emissions since our 2019 baseline.
  • Observed a 51% reduction in total Scope 1 and 2 (market-based) GHG emissions per million square feet of office space in 2022 as compared to 2021.
  • Sourced 48% of Cushman & Wakefield’s electricity for its operations from renewable[1] sources in 2022.
  • Named an ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year for 11th consecutive year in 2023.
  • Provided energy and sustainability services to more than 38,750 buildings totaling approximately 930 million square feet (msf) of space globally.
  • Launched new Global Sustainability Learning course to provide our people with an overview of sustainability and why it is important to Cushman & Wakefield.


SOCIAL

  • Spent $802.4 million with more than 3,600 diverse suppliers[2] in 2022 in North America, a 38% increase from the previous year.
  • Women at Cushman & Wakefield
    • New Hires: 41% women

    Compared to 42% in 2021

    • Executives: 41% women

    Compared to 22% in 2021

    • People Managers: 43% women

    Compared to 42% in 2021

    • Board of Directors: 44% women as of the publication date of the 2022 ESG Report

    Compared to 40% as reported in our 2021 ESG report

  • 45% of U.S. employees are racially/ethnically diverse[3]
  • Named 2023 Forbes America’s Best Employers For Diversity
  • Named 2023 Military Friendly® Employer in the U.S.
  • Named 2022 Best Place to Work for LGBTQ Equality, Human Rights Campaign
  • In 2022, more than 30,000 eligible employees completed two required DEI education courses, resulting in an 85% completion rate and more than 62,000 hours of DEI education.
  • Produced more than 2,100 reports and thought leadership pieces, including insights on sustainability, workplace experience, logistics and more.


GOVERNANCE

  • Added ESG oversight responsibilities to the Nominating and Corporate Governance and Audit Committees of the Board of Directors.
  • Named International Ethics Standards (IES) Coalition, Business Supporter
  • Confirmed 92% of employees completed our annual Code of Business Conduct Training.

The 2022 ESG Report offers a deep dive into what Cushman & Wakefield has accomplished, what is being planned, and how the firm’s values across ESG areas drive impact.

The report is prepared in accordance with the Global Reporting Initiative’s (GRI) revised Universal Standards, which guide the development of the content and data provided therein. The report also contains disclosures recommended in the Real Estate Services standards that were developed by the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB).

Download Cushman & Wakefield’s 2022 ESG Report.


[1] C&W’s acquisition of renewable energy in 2022 consisted of unbundled EACs (Energy Attribute Certificates) in the U.S., as well as the procurement of renewable energy via utility providers in some of our offices.

[2] A business that is at least 51% owned and operated by a historically underrepresented or underserved individual or group qualifies as a diverse supplier.

[3] Racially/ Ethnically diverse is defined as U.S. employees who identify their race/ ethnicity as American Indian or Alaska Native, Asian, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, or Two or More Races

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About Cushman & Wakefield

Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) is a leading global commercial real estate services firm for property owners and occupiers with approximately 52,000 employees in approximately 400 offices and 60 countries. In Greater China, a network of 23 offices serves local markets across the region. In 2022, the firm reported global revenue of US$10.1 billion across its core services of valuation, consulting, project & development services, capital markets, project & occupier services, industrial & logistics, retail and others. It also receives numerous industry and business accolades for its award-winning culture and commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI), Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) and more. For additional information, visit

DFI Wins Corporate Excellence Award at the Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards for the First Time

Continuing its Efforts Toward Corporate Sustainability

TAIPEI, TAIWAN – Media OutReach – 18 September 2023 – The 2023 Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards (APEA) hosted by Enterprise Asia recently held its awards ceremony. DFI, the global leader in embedded motherboards and industrial computers, was highly recognized by judges for its outstanding performance in aspects such as corporate sustainability and talent development. It stood out among 200 nominees to win the Corporate Excellence Award.

With its outstanding performance in aspects such as business operations and sustainable development, DFI stood out among 200 nominees to receive the Corporate Excellence Award. President Alexander Su received the award on behalf of the company.

The APEA, the most prestigious indicator of business influence in Asia-Pacific region, used “Capturing Opportunities in a Resurgent Asia” as its theme for 2023 to commend business leaders and enterprises that have seized business opportunities during the economic recovery and demonstrated excellence and perseverance in business development while at the same time not forgetting to fulfill social responsibilities.

Enterprise Asia Chairman Dr. Fong Chan Onn pointed out in his speech that technology, manufacturing, and R&D are competitive advantages that Taiwanese business leaders can fully leverage. Therefore, he encourages Taiwan companies to seize the opportunity of economic recovery in the Asia-Pacific region.

DFI’s President Alexander Su expressed, “Our achievements are attributed to the dedication and efforts of our colleagues, the trust of our customers, and the support of our investors. Externally, DFI researches and develops products and technologies to help companies that value environmental responsibility lower their operating costs and improve energy efficiency. Internally, we provide talent sustainability plans, comprehensive employee training, flexible working hours, and Employee Stock Ownership Trust.”

DFI is committed to optimizing management and operations in all major aspects, including business growth, value creation, talent cultivation, corporate social responsibility activities, and workplace innovation. DFI not only won the Taiwan Corporate Sustainability Reports Award, but also won the Taiwan Sustainability Action Gold Award by using their own technology to assist rural transportation.

Impacted by the wave of new infrastructure brought upon by production automation, energy-saving and low-consumption trends, and digital transformation, DFI will gradually achieve the goal of green operations. By continuing to pursue innovation and excellence through the three major operating strategies of “smart factory”, “AIoT product line” and “flexible and stable supply chain layout”, DFI looks forward to becoming the best partner for the intelligent transformation of enterprise OT and creating the greatest value for customers.

For more information, please visit: https://www.dfi.com/, LinkedIn or contact us.
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