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LOTY 2007
Awards New Visionaries
Sing
Tao News Corporation Limited's annual event
"Leader of the Year Award" has always been in the
limelight since its inception in 1994. Coming to
the 14th year, the event held on March 27 was well-attended by
dignitaries, who witnessed the presentation of this year's awards to
Mr. Ronald Arculli, The Honourable Mrs. Rita Fan Hsu Lai-tai, Prof.
Chi Ming-che, Prof. Eleanor Wong and Mr. Lee Chi-ching. For more details,
please visit http://loty.singtao.com.
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Sing Tao Daily's Sunday Edition
Wins Widespread Praise
The Cooking Guidebook previously bundled with Sing Tao Daily's
Sunday Edition gained enormous support among readers. In mid-March,
the offer of creative recipes with step-by-step illustrations
has been resumed.
Meanwhile, the children's weekly "Sunday Goodies" is highly-regarded
by schools and parents, and has become a must-read for many children
since its launch last year. Special offers and promotions are introduced
from time to time, with the most recent lunchbox redemption scheme
being widely welcomed by readers.
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Sing Tao Daily's Education
Section Enjoys Strong Reputation
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Sing Tao Daily has been consistently recognized as the leading source
for information on education. The "Study Guide For HKCEE 2008" published
in February was highly sought-after by HKCEE students and parents.
In April, Sing Tao Daily will initiate the "Young Music Talents Recruitment
Scheme" and workshops will be held for primary school students who are
musically-inclined. Prof. Eleanor Wong, winner of the Leader of the
Year Award 2007 and Senior Lecturer (Keyboard)/ Artist-in-Residence (Keyboard)
of School of Music at The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts,
will be in collaboration with Sing Tao Daily to foster
up-and-coming talents in music and share her success story with the participants.
Sing Tao Daily will keep readers informed about the latest news of the event.
Moreover, the "23rd Sing Tao Inter-School Debating Competition" co-organized
by Sing Tao Daily, The Standard and Education Bureau has now reached the quarter-final
stage after several months of fierce competition. The grand final
competition, with Secretary for Education Mr. Michael Suen Ming-yeung
as officiating guest, will be held on May 16. More details are available
at www.singtao.com/debate.
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Headline Daily Introduces
Reputable Columnists
Headline Daily, the no. 1 free newspaper in Hong Kong, not only provides diversified information to its readers, it also introduces a number of famous and well-accepted column writers, such as Mr. Luk Yu-yan, Ms. Regina Ip, Ms. Fanny Wong, Kelly Chu, Mr. Paco Wong, Mr. Benny Li Shun-Yan, Ms. Cheung Wai-tsz, Mr. Lee Lik–chee and Mr. Chui Yat-hung.
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Express Post
Q Walker Launches "Merchants Voting Game II"
Express Post Q Walker, which offers its readers an assortment
of dining and shopping tips, as well as various promotional offers
and events, is the most widely-circulated free weekend newspaper
in Hong Kong. The "Merchants Voting Game" drawing overwhelming
enthusiasm last year was organized again from mid February to
early March, with repeated success. Readers who took part in the
voting were automatically entered into a lucky draw.
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The Standard Partakes
in Brand Building Events
The Standard kicked off the first quarter of 2008 by acting as the
media partner of "CPA Australia Career Market Day 2008" with JobMarket.
Gathering a bevy of world-famous accounting firms and financial
institutes, the event attracted hordes of job-seekers. Meanwhile,
being the major sponsor and the official English free newspaper of
"The 13th SMART Investment & International Property Expo" to be held
in June, The Standard will extend its eminent position from the business
and finance segment to the property sector.
The Standard is going to roll out its first performance-based student
programme "G-Set English Talent Quest 2008" in partnership with G-Set
English Centre in the first week of May. The event aims at exploring the
talent for English and creativity among primary school students. Consisting
of poetry recital, drama and singing etc., the contest allows students to
showcase their competence in English. The event is expected to generate
great enthusiasm and helps reinforce The Standard's positive image among
schoolchildren.
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The Standard Publishes
"Hong Kong IPO Guide 2007"
As the "Hong Kong IPO Guide 2006" was well-acclaimed for its
quality and reliable content last year, The Standard carried
on the momentum this year and published the "Hong Kong IPO
Guide 2007" in limited copies to its professional and loyal
readers. Serving as a handy summary of newly listed
companies in 2007, the Guide provides comprehensive
background information of companies and their business
direction, together with relevant financial
data and charts.
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Sing Tao Daily and The Standard
Scoop 10 Hong Kong News Awards 2007
Sing Tao Daily scooped a total of seven awards in the "Hong Kong
News Awards 2007" organized by the Newspaper Society of Hong Kong.
It garnered the first place in Best News Page Design, 2nd runner-up
in Best News Reporting and 1st runner-up in Best Business News
Reporting. This achievement has further confirmed Sing Tao Daily's
position as a quality newspaper.
Meanwhile, The Standard collected three awards in this year's News
Awards, which included the first place and the 2nd runner-up in Best
Heading (English section) and the 2nd runner-up in Best Business News
Writing (English section).
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East Week's Readership
Surpasses 430,000
East Week constantly strives to enhance the editorial quality
of its current affairs, entertainment and financial sections.
According to Synovate Media Atlas (2007), East Week's readership
has been on an increasing trend for four consecutive quarters in
2007. Soaring to 437,000 in the fourth quarter of 2007 from 411,000
in the first quarter, East Week now has the third highest readership
among all Hong Kong's magazines.
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East Week Presents
"Hong Kong Service Awards 2008"
"Hong Kong Service Awards" is organized annually by East Week
with an aim to pay tribute to companies and corporations who
dedicate themselves to enhance the living quality of Hong Kong
consumers. This year, the awards presentation ceremony held on
March 18 was officiated by Mr. Leung Chun Ying, Convenor of the
Non-official Members of the Executive Council. A total of 44
awards were presented by Mr. Albert Cheng and Mr. Lau Kong Wah,
members of the Legislative Council and Mr. Heung Shu Fai,
well-known financial and media expert, to distinguished brands
and companies in recognition of their excellent performance.
Details of the "Hong Kong Service Awards 2008" are available
at www.serviceawards.singtao.com.
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| Key Financial Information |
| Sing Tao News Corporation Limited (Stock Code:1105) |
Number of Shares Outstanding
(as at Feb 29, 2008) |
847,753,537 |
Market
Capitalization
(as at Feb 29, 2008) |
HK$1,102.08 million |
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Major Shareholder:
Luckman Trading Limited
(owned by Mr. Ho Tsu Kwok, Charles)
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50%
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| Financial Year End |
December 31 |
Revenue
(Six months ended June 30, 2007) |
HK$1,065.63 million |
Net Profit attributable to Shareholders
(Six months ended June 30, 2007) |
HK$106.72 million |
Net Assets
(as at June 30, 2007) |
HK$1,630.71 million |
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East TOUCH Creates
Ingenious New Year Cover
East TOUCH works in tandem with stylish brands to present
artistic front covers. The "TOUCH X McDonald's" Chinese New
Year cover which included a multi-purpose Lai See Packet was
out in January. Not only did the festive and eye-catching cover
function as a document folder, it also brought its readers
special offers upon patronage at McDonald's, and it was no
surprise that the issue sold out rapidly.
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PC Market Organizes
the 4th "Best of I.T. Award"
The "Best of I.T. Award", a foremost and credible honour
within the I.T field, has been well-received by the I.T.
industry and the public since its establishment by PC Market
in 2004. Officiated by Mr. Stephen Mak JP, Chief Information
Officer of the Government, the "Best of I.T. Award" presentation
ceremony on March 3 shone a spotlight on the most prominent
and popular I.T. and digital products in 2007. Details of the
"Best of I.T. Award" are available
at www.pcmarket.com.hk/itaward07.
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EDUplus.com.hk Revamps
its Website and Publication
Since 2003, EDUplus.com.hk has
been providing comprehensive information on
education through its website and monthly
publication to people who are keen to pursue
further studies. The website which is in sync
with the fast-paced society carried out a major
revamp in February. Apart from information and
advice on further education geared towards
working population and secondary school
graduates, new sections such as "Child Development",
"Corporate Training"
and "Entrepreneurship" were
brought in. Meanwhile, the magazine was given a
facelift and renamed "EDU+", and has introduced
interviews with successful people and up-to-date
topics on further studies, allowing readers to
explore the latest trend of further education.
Readers can access the digital version
at EDUplus.com.hk.
The magazine is widely distributed in Hong Kong,
at nearly 60 universities, higher education
institutions, vocational schools and bookstores;
at the same time, it is bundled with JobMarket.
Free copies can also be redeemed at 7-Eleven stores
by the use of coupons available on the websites
of JobMarket
and EDUplus.com.hk.
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A-Performers.com Issues
"China Executive Education Guide 2008"
To facilitate those who would like to enroll in an MBA
or EMBA programme in mainland China to make a more
informed choice, A-Performers.com published the "China
Executive Education Guide 2008" (CEEG), a 140-page
English/ Chinese bilingual functional guidebook
detailing over 40 Master's degree programmes and the
ranking of selected programmes. It was published in late
January and members of A-Performers.com can browse the
digital version for free or download the redemption coupon
and get one hard copy at 7-Eleven. For further details,
please log on to
http://www.a-performers.com/CEEG/index.jsp.
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Sing Tao
Overseas at a Glance
Sing Tao Daily's overseas offices participated in a
variety of jovial occasions to celebrate the arrival
of the Year of the Rat with overseas Chinese. Through
setting booths at the New Year Fairs and giving out
spring charms, the overseas offices spread the bliss
and holiday spirit of Lunar New Year around the community.
In addition, Sing Tao Daily's New York and San Francisco
offices took part in the large-scale New Year Parades to
spend the joyful time of year with a multitude of local
communities.
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New Printing
Factory Comes into Operation
The new printing factory in Tseung Kwan O came
into operation at the end of 2007. Equipped with
advanced machinery, the new factory enhances the
capacity of the existing Yuen Long factory and
allows the Group to meet the increasing printing
needs and facilitate further development of its
media business.
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| Board Of Directors |
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Executive Directors:
Mr. Ho Tsu Kwok, Charles (Chairman)
Mr. Lo Wing Hung (Chief Executive Officer)
Ms. Inn, Judy
Mr. Jia Hongping
Mr. Lai Ting Yiu
Mr. Lau Chung Man, Louis
Mrs. Sy Wong Chor Fong
Mr. Yang Yiu Chong, Ronald Jeffrey
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Non-Executive Director:
Mr. Leung Chun Ying
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Independent Non-Executive Directors:
Mr. Timothy David Dattels
Ms. Ho Chiu King, Pansy Catilina
Mr. King, Richard Yun Zing
Mr. Lee Cho Jat
Mr. Tung Chee Chen
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