NWS Holdings Champions ESG with
Evolve Conference 2024 cum Imp[ACT] Fund Winners’ Announcement

(26 Aug 2024 ─ Hong Kong) NWS Holdings Limited (“NWS” or the “Group”, Hong Kong stock code: 659) successfully concluded its annual ESG conference “Evolve Conference 2024” at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. The theme, “Roads to 2050 – From Vision to Action,” resonated with over 300 employees and distinguished guests both in-person and online, showcasing the Group’s support and commitment to ESG.

Gilbert Ho, Group Co-Chief Executive Officer of NWS kicked off the event and said, “Thanks to our colleagues' unwavering dedication over the past few years, we have surpassed all targets set in the Group’s 2018 sustainable development vision. Today, we are turning a new page by adopting a new ESG framework with specific goals and targets. These new goals will better reflect the nature of our businesses and align with our core values. We eagerly anticipate sharing our new ESG strategy in the coming months.”

The Evolve Conference 2024 fostered cross-unit collaboration and knowledge-sharing, as well as debunked common misconceptions about ESG through various interactive sessions and live polling. Representatives from CTF Life, Hip Hing Construction, and Group Risk Management team provided insightful discussions. Additionally, Suki Wong, Senior Director of Investor Relations & ESG at Anta Sports Products Limited, shared their company’s successful sustainability journey and insights. The Group aims to continue collaborating with more enterprises and the community to promote ESG and build a more sustainable future together.

During the Evolve Conference, NWS also announced the winners of Imp[ACT] Fund, an internal funding aiming to incentivise and empower employees to propose and implement pioneering projects focused on innovation and sustainability. This year, experts from the Hong Kong Science and Technology Park, Business Environment Council, St. James’ Settlement, and Dream Impact, were invited to rigorously evaluate the proposals, selecting three projects dedicated to making a positive impact on operations and the value chain.

The winning project, led by Hip Hing & Vibro, introduced 3D metal printing technology to the construction industry, promising significant material, time, and cost savings. The first runner-up, Hip Hing, developed the WaterGuard system to monitor and reduce water usage at construction sites. The second runner-up, Zhejiang NWS Expressway, created the Toll Facilities Smart Monitoring System to enhance maintenance efficiency and reduce operational risks.

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NWS Holdings Limited

Listed on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited, NWS Holdings Limited (Hong Kong Stock Code: 659) is a conglomerate with a diversified portfolio of market-leading businesses, predominantly in Hong Kong and the Mainland. The Group’s businesses include toll roads, insurance, logistics, construction, and facilities management. Through the Group’s sustainable business model, it is committed to creating more value for all stakeholders and the community.

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