Impact

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.

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 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.

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 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 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.  

To prevent fish from entering Lamma Power Station when it pulls in water to cool down generation units, HK Electric has introduced the Acoustics Fish Deterrent System (AFDS). After testing various sounds, they found that both whale and low-frequency sounds worked best to keep fish away. Thanks to the AFDS, the volume of fish getting caught in the station plummeted from 2,000kg per day in 2019 to under 2kg daily by 2023. This innovative solution not only slashes operational expenses but also safeguards marine ecology and station machinery.  

UK Power Networks (UKPN) has stepped up to aid vulnerable individuals dependent on electricity for medical devices. With 120,000 people on the UKPN priority register who rely on power for life-saving medical equipment, Power Protect has introduced battery packs, ensuring that critical equipment operates during prolonged outages.

In this essential initiative, these free battery packs can last more than 17 hours and are offered to affected customers during outages exceeding four hours. This extra support is part of UKPN’s continued commitment to enhancing customer well-being and its dedication to ensuring safety during longer power interruptions.  

3 Denmark and Live Nation have announced a harmonious partnership to offer the best music experiences to concertgoers in Denmark. Known for orchestrating over 400 annual music spectacles across the country with top-tier national and international artistes, Live Nation sets the stage for unforgettable experiences. Building on their existing relationship, 3 has now cemented a permanent partnership with Live Nation. This cooperation promises 3 customers exclusive access to some of the most sought-after concerts on Danish soil. As the partnership evolves, expect even greater opportunities to arise for music lovers and 3 customers.

MasterChef Australia Season 16 has kicked off with a gas-powered culinary revolution by being the first season to use carbon-neutral biomethane and hydrogen gases. Partnering with Australian Gas Networks (AGN), who are part of AGIG, as well as Jemena, ATCO and Solstice, the iconic show has transformed its kitchen through sustainable energy.

Thanks to the finest in Australia’s gas industry installing the new gas supply, MasterChef contestants were able to cook with biomethane, which is derived from organic waste. Also in the series was a unique BBQ challenge that showcased carbon-neutral hydrogen gas. This one-of-a-kind partnership sets a new standard for kitchens nationwide, and AGN highlights that Australians can continue to cook with gas whilst emitting fewer emissions on Australia’s journey to net zero.

The Green Hong Kong Green campaign, a joint effort between HK Electric and a local green group, the Conservancy Association, has focused on showcasing the biodiversity of Hong Kong in 2024. Through various activities, including an online tour of natural habitats, the programme aimed to raise awareness and engage the public in biodiversity conservation. Experts revealed through a coral survey near Lamma Power Station that it is a thriving habitat for coral species. By showcasing local natural treasures, Green Hong Kong Green is fostering a deeper appreciation for nature and the importance of its protection.  

Hutchison Ports PPC has doubled down on its commitment to bring soccer to every child in Panama by sponsoring various youth soccer tournaments in some of Panama’s socially vulnerable neighbourhoods. Attracting over 5,000 boys and girls, the tournaments aim at nurturing talent and providing a brighter future for the children in these neighbourhoods. In addition, PPC is also sponsoring a girls’ soccer tournament, empowering over 4,000 girls who live near the ports of Balboa and Cristobal to play and compete. These tournaments work to promote gender equality and break down stereotypes whilst instilling values of teamwork and confidence in the next generation of these grassroots communities.

In a bid to tackle mental health stigma, 3 UK and 3 Ireland launched the #TalkMoreThanFootball campaign in April. Teaming up with former Republic of Ireland and Chelsea footballer, Andy Townsend, the initiative encourages fans to open up beyond the pitch. During the campaign launch in Dublin, Townsend announced two more years of 3 Ireland’s partnership with Aware.

According to recent research on football fans by 3 in the UK, over two-thirds have struggled with their mental health, whilst one in three has never spoken to anyone about it. In Ireland, 56% of football fans have experienced a mental health disorder, whilst 26% have never spoken to their family or close friends about their experiences.

To help tackle the cause, Hollywood tough guy Vinnie Jones delivered a team talk in partnership with Chelsea FC, Aware in Ireland and Samaritans in the UK to further the push for open dialogue on mental health.