(19 June 2018, Hong Kong) NWS Holdings Limited (“NWS Holdings” or “the Group”; Hong Kong stock code: 659), through its Charities Foundation, has donated HK$10 million to Hong Kong Shue Yan University (“HKSYU”). The donation will fund the refurbishment of the iconic Academic Building, supporting HKSYU’s mission to cultivate future leaders for society by strengthening its facilities for teaching and learning.
At today’s cheque presentation ceremony, Tsang Yam Pui, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Sustainability Committee of NWS Holdings, said, “Caring for young people and supporting education is one of the core areas of focus of our Group’s Charities Foundation. Therefore, we are very pleased to be able to do something to enhance the learning environment at HKSYU, which hopefully will help place the university in a stronger position to nurture its students and equip them with skills for the future.”
Dr F. C. Hu, Deputy President of HKSYU, said, “HKSYU is delighted to receive such generous support from NWS Holdings. This contribution will make a substantial difference to the university’s development, and we will leverage this donation for our students’ advancement.”
NWS Holdings draws on the diversity of its businesses and resources, makes donations through its Charities Foundation, and promotes a culture of corporate volunteering. These efforts combine to drive a broad range of long-term community programmes, and are run in collaboration with partners from different sectors. As of the financial year ended in mid-2017, the NWS Holdings Charities Foundation had donated over HK$26 million to social welfare organisations since its establishment in 2006, supporting community projects in health care, community welfare, education and environmental protection.
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This press release is also available on the Group’s website ( www.nws.com.hk).
NWS Holdings Limited (“NWS Holdings”, Hong Kong stock code: 659) is the infrastructure and service flagship of New World Development Company Limited (Hong Kong stock code: 17). It has diverse businesses and investments predominantly in Hong Kong and Mainland China, comprising toll roads, environmental management, port and logistics facilities, rail container terminals, commercial aircraft leasing, facilities management, healthcare services, construction and public transport. Please visit www.nws.com.hk for details.
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