biz in brief
3 Denmark Attracts 19,000 New Customers in Q1/24
In a promising start to the year, 3 Denmark saw significant customer growth, driven largely by a surge in internet subscribers. This remarkable increase saw 19,000 new customers, propelling 3 Denmark’s total customer base to 1.608 million. This surge isn’t just a numbers game – it’s reflected in a substantial service revenue boost of DKK 26 million compared to the previous year’s first quarter, marking a solid 5% growth. As 3 Denmark continues to expand its reach and offerings, it solidifies its position as a leading telecommunications provider, poised for even greater strides in the year ahead.
CKI commits to renewable energy in the UK
UK Power Networks Services, the private networks business of UK Power Networks, has acquired UU Solar, a major provider of renewable energy, including solar and much more, for an enterprise value of £90.8 million. UU Solar owns and operates 65 solar photovoltaic farms, four onshore wind facilities and one hydro generation asset, with a total installed capacity of 68.7MW. The company has long-term agreements and profitable status, enabling it to expand its renewable energy generation in the future.
While much of the energy generated today goes to United Utilities Water Limited, a regulated UK water and sewerage company, UK Power Networks Services can leverage their UK-wide water, electricity and other critical infrastructure asset portfolios to create synergy between UU Solar and their other businesses.
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CK Group Recognised for 21 Years of Caring
Cheung Kong Group continues to lead the charge in corporate social responsibility, scooping up 171 “Caring Company Logo” awards from the Hong Kong Council of Social Services (HKCSS). This milestone marks a record 21 consecutive years of unwavering dedication to community care.
Among these accolades, 22 companies proudly sport the “20 Years Plus Caring Company Logo”, 44 the “15 Years Plus”, 42 the “10 Years Plus”, and 40 the “5 Years Plus” logos.
The HKCSS Caring Company Programme isn’t just about recognition – it’s about fostering a caring community. CKHH is proud to continue to champion good corporate citizenship and support for the community, employees and the environment.
ASW’s European Hackathon Propels Next-Generation Loyalty Solutions
AS Watson Group hosted the highly anticipated European Hackathon in Amsterdam in April this year. Over 70 university students from the Netherlands, the UK and Italy joined forces to combat challenges in Next-Generation Loyalty. Divided into 12 teams, they focused on challenges such as Generative AI, Gamification in Retail and the Digital Loyalty Programme. Judged on criteria such as novelty and innovation, the winning solutions will redefine customer loyalty strategies in retail. Throughout the 24-hour event, participants showcased their entrepreneurial spirit whilst grappling with the challenge of using their skills to evolve the current retail landscape.
3 Sweden Lauded as Top Tech Employer for Women
3 Sweden continues its winning streak, clinching the Career Companies award for the fourth consecutive year. This year, 3 Sweden also earned recognition as the most attractive employer for women in the tech industry for 2024. These findings were reported in a survey conducted by Karriärföretagen (an annual award from which Sweden’s most attractive employers are selected) from October 2023 to March 2024. The survey covered female members of its Students and Young Professionals network, representing approximately 30,000 individuals, with women making up 55% of the network. This prestigious acknowledgement reaffirms 3 Sweden’s commitment to fostering inclusivity and gender diversity in the workplace, solidifying its reputation as a sought-after destination for aspiring female tech professionals.
Bringing down barriers for the bright minds of our future
Sailing through academic waters just got smoother with Cenovus Energy’s scholarship programmes, which provide support to bright young minds in the US and Canada. Their Indigenous scholarships and STEM scholarships award recipients with $5,000 each (CAD and USD), along with development opportunities to help students thrive in their future careers.
These scholarships aim to remove barriers for students so that they can focus on their studies, develop their skills, broaden their networks and identify job opportunities for the future.
Hutchison Ports Promotes Green Initiatives Across the Globe
Hutchison Ports has launched various ”Go Green” initiatives worldwide in its efforts to push environmental sustainability. Huizhou Port Industrial Corporation kicked off with a tree-planting event in Quanwan, planting over 150 trees. Jiangmen International Container Terminals participated by planting purple wind chime flower saplings in Jinji, fostering local industrial and logistics development. Ningbo Beilun International Container Terminals joined the cause, planting osmanthus frangrans trees. Hutchison Ports Busan and Gwangyang planted 255 seedlings in Gwangyang Suburban Park, continuing their 11 years of combating global warming. In the Bahamas, Hutchison Ports FCP celebrated the International Day of Forests by donating and planting fruit-bearing trees at the Dock School they sponsored, instilling environmental values in students using interactive activities.
Watsons Hong Kong Recycling Programme an Overwhelming Success
Watsons Hong Kong recycling campaign collected a total of more than 330,000 personal care, skincare and cosmetics containers, which is equivalent to the height of 88 Victoria Peaks. Watsons thanks its loyal customers who made it possible to reach this impressive milestone. Encouraged by this great achievement, Watsons reaffirms its commitment to driving positive change through its sustainability efforts whilst inspiriting its customers to go green together.