Sphere No.46 (Mar 2019)

Sphere #46 2019 23 ounder Li Ka-shing and his executive team moved in and decisions affecting the Group’s businesses around the world were made in these offices. At the time, the office decor combined the forward-looking vitality of the new team with a respect for the tradition of the hong . Although the business was big, the experience for those working there could be very personal. The Hutchison House offices were a home away from home for many who happily worked there for decades. Group Co-Managing Director Mr Canning Fok’s personal feelings embody those of many long-time Hutchison House denizens when he says, “I have been here in this office for 25 years now – really! A full 25 years! ... this will be the end of one era and the beginning of a new one. I’m looking forward to the new office – but I miss the old office.” Located in the heart of Central, Hong Kong’s premier business district, the new incarnation of Hutchison House will see the 22-storey original replaced with a 41-storey building, due to be completed in 2023. Staff from headquarters are now right at home in Cheung Kong Center, just a stone’s throw across Chater Garden from the old building. Hutchison House – thanks for the memories! F 1 2 3 4