Sphere No.49 (Aug 2019)

01 “CK Hutchison ... creates and adopts new technology with zeal.” Sphere Magazine #47 August 2019 Cover Illustration Jessica Li The cover reflects the role of technology in transforming the global operations of Hutchison Ports. Artificial intelligence, digital payments and much more are being implemented and integrated across the business. CK Hutchison is at the forefront of the relentless march of technology. In the modern business world, to fall behind is to die. To just barely keep up is to stagnate. To lead in business, you have to lead in technology now ! CKHH Group companies excel in creating and integrating new technology to constantly reinvent businesses. AS Watson Group (ASW) is the preferred partner for many global brands to deploy new tech using innovative strategies. From perennial cosmetic giant L’Oréal to new superstars of the YouTube age like Jeffree Star Cosmetics, they want access to ASW’s deep knowledge of, and connection through creative technology to, five billion shoppers. Hutchison Ports has been innovating since the start. Its Terminal Operating Software, nGen, is the global leader and provides a huge competitive edge. From Felixstowe and Oman to Karachi and Hong Kong, it has led the industry adoption of new automation, payment solutions and other technologies, and this process is accelerating. But the crucial point to remember is that the adoption of this technology improves people’s lives. Augmented reality (AR) make-up technology connected to social media reduces the risk of allergen interactions and puts smiles on the faces of millions through sharing. Introducing automation in ports can improve the health and working conditions of dock workers. These are just two tiny examples of how the new technology is improving lives. Beyond the benefits from technology, people also yearn for peace in a hectic world. Ancient Buddhist wisdom shows a way to fulfil that part of our lives and its deep history is on display at the new Tsz Shan Monastery Buddhist Art Museum in Hong Kong. There, you can step away from modern life and into a historical contemplation of a faith that has brought serenity to billions over the millennia. CK Hutchison is a thoroughly modern business that creates and adopts new technology with zeal. But we know that the technology is there to help people to connect, to heal their souls and bodies, and to improve their lives. Take a peaceful moment to contemplate that simple truth. WELCOME TECHNOLOGY FOR THE SOUL Feedback and Enquiries SphereE@ckh.com.hk Published by CK Hutchison Holdings Limited 48/F Cheung Kong Center 2 Queen’s Road Central Hong Kong Available on www.ckh.com.hk All rights reserved. No part of this magazine may be reproduced without written permission from CK Hutchison Holdings Limited. Opinions expressed herein are those of the writers and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of CK Hutchison Holdings Limited. All currency conversions are approximations. ©2019 by CK Hutchison Holdings Limited (A limited liabilityCayman Islands company registered and listed inHongKong) CK Hutchison In-house Editorial Team Laura Cheung Jeremy Lau Hans Leung Erica Liu Wendy Luk Ada Chan Consulting Editor Andrew Work