The award ceremony for the third batch of recipients of the Building Homes with Heart Scholarship Programme was recently held, with 12 outstanding students from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) receiving scholarships.

The Building Homes with Heart Scholarship Programme, established in 2022, aims to support exceptional PolyU students who face financial challenges and are studying construction, real estate or engineering-related disciplines. Including this round, the programme has awarded a total of 31 scholarships with funding exceeding HK$1 million.

At the ceremony, SHKP-Kwoks’ Foundation Director Thomas Kwok and SHKP-Kwoks’ Foundation Executive Director Amy Kwok presented the scholarships to the students. SHKP Executive Director Adam Kwok, PolyU Vice President (Student and Global Affairs) Professor Ben Young, SHKP Executive Director Robert Chan, PolyU Associate Dean of the Faculty of Construction and Environment Professor Linda Xiao and PolyU Interim Dean of Students Professor Horace Mui also attended.  

SHKP-Kwoks’ Foundation Director Thomas Kwok said: “Over the years, SHKP has upheld the belief of ‘Building Homes with Heart,’ and helped move society forward by developing many iconic landmarks. We are excited to continue working with PolyU to support talented students through this scholarship programme, supporting the next generation in the industry.”

PolyU Vice President (Student and Global Affairs) Professor Ben Young stated: “Sun Hung Kai Properties is one of the major developers in Hong Kong and has long been committed to nurturing young talent. Since its founding, PolyU has served as a cradle for construction professionals, producing countless outstanding graduates who have made significant contributions to Hong Kong’s construction industry and urban development.”

During the ceremony, SHKP Executive Director Robert Chan, himself a PolyU graduate, shared the spirit and development journey of SHKP’s Building Homes with Heart initiative with the students, encouraging them to prepare for future challenges. Before the ceremony, students visited SHKP’s mega integrated development in Sai Sha, where they gained insights into how SHKP embodies its belief in “Building Homes with Heart” to create a vibrant new community that offers diverse experiences, promoting the well-being of residents and making it an ideal place for multi-generational families.

The SHKP Reading Club, hosted by Sun Hung Kai Properties (SHKP), kicked off its annual Read to Dream programme with a fun-filled ceremony at the Hong Kong Book Fair yesterday. The ceremony was officiated by Christopher Kwok, SHKP Executive Director; Wong Kam-leung, Chairman of the Hong Kong Federation of Education Workers; Yetta Li, Patriotic Education Centre Director; and Jenny Koo, Assistant Executive Director of the Hong Kong Trade Development Council. Approximately 300 teachers and students joined the celebration, marking the start of the inspiring initiative.

Mr Kwok said: “The country’s AI development has demonstrated remarkable growth despite the challenging international landscape. For instance, DeepSeek, established just two years ago, has achieved significant breakthroughs. Likewise, the country’s achievements in aerospace are equally inspiring. These accomplishments underscore the determination and perseverance of the Chinese people. We encourage all students to embrace this spirit and never give up as they pursue their dreams.”

In a video address, Lilian Cheong, Under Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, said: “Innovation and technology have developed rapidly in recent years. The country has attracted much attention in the fields of AI and aerospace. The HKSAR government strongly supports local universities and research institutions in conducting aerospace technology research. I hope SHKP Read to Dream 2025 will inspire more students to develop innovative thinking and a spirit of scientific inquiry by reading more books about STEM, especially AI and aerospace.”

Wong Kam-leung, Chairman of the Hong Kong Federation of Education Workers, said “Every breakthrough in our country’s aerospace development opens up new horizons of imagination for young people in Hong Kong. Today you may simply be young readers, but tomorrow you could be Hong Kong payload specialists. Today you may be stargazing in the library, but tomorrow you could be undertaking critical missions at a lunar research station. Reading, AI, and aerospace may seem like separate paths, but with your passion and dedication, they can come together to create a bright future.”

Following the ceremony, students from eight primary and secondary schools took part in an AI and aerospace quiz. In addition to compulsory and buzzer rounds, the final interactive segment challenged students to assemble a rocket model as quickly as possible. SHKP hopes this engaging event would spark young people’s interest in aerospace innovation.

Launched in 2008, the SHKP Read to Dream programme fosters a love of reading among young people. To date, over 30,000 primary and secondary school students have benefitted from the programme. This year, SHKP once again partnered with the Hong Kong Trade Development Council and the Patriotic Education Centre of the Hong Kong Federation of Education Workers to sponsor 1,000 underprivileged students to attend the book fair. Each student received a $250 book allowance to purchase their favourite books related to STEM, aerospace, or Chinese culture at the fair.

This year, the SHKP Reading Club’s book fair booth features an interactive spaceship game and a VR rocket launch simulation. Starting from new academic year in September, the Reading Club will also organize a series of school talks on STEM and Chinese culture, covering topics such as China’s latest technological and aerospace developments – all aimed at sparking students’ interest in STEM fields.
 

Sun Hung Kai Properties Limited (SHKP) has officially launched The Point Gold, an exclusive VIP membership under its integrated shopping mall loyalty programme, The Point. Designed to reward loyal customers, The Point Gold offers a curated selection of privileges and unique experiences as a token of appreciation for their continued support.

At today’s launch ceremony, SHKP Executive Director Christopher Kwok said: “The Point Gold distinguishes itself by leveraging SHKP’s diverse business portfolio, breaking the traditional boundaries of mall membership programmes. We combine resources from the Group’s malls, hotels, supermarkets, mobile communications service, and more, providing a unique array of privileges for Gold members. These offers have been carefully designed based on member feedback to meet their lifestyle needs.”

In addition to earning extra points and parking privileges, The Point Gold members can access a variety of exclusive benefits, including express service lanes at designated mall customer care centres, priority queues at selected restaurants and free reservations for EV super-charging service. These services are designed to meet members’ preference for expedited and hassle-free service, creating a more rewarding shopping journey for Gold members.

SHKP also rewards its Gold members with access to the first The Point Gold VIP lounge at New Town Plaza in Sha Tin. This lounge offers thoughtful amenities such as charging stations, storage space, and complimentary refreshments. Gold members can relax and unwind in this private and comfortable space while shopping. SHKP will also partner with top international brands and tenants to host exclusive events for Gold members in the lounge. Upcoming activities include Enoteca’s “Exclusive Wine Journey Through Our Signature Selection” and Dior Beauty’s “Dior Prestige Beauty Class”. To celebrate the launch of The Point Gold, The Point will offer a series of flash deals for Gold members to redeem over six consecutive days next week.

The Point members who accumulate $100,000 in spending within a designated 12-month period will be upgraded to The Point Gold membership, enjoying exclusive privileges for 12 months, including:

• Extra point rewards: Earn 1.5x points on spending and 2x points on birthday month
• Parking and EV charging services: Extra one-hour free parking, free reservations for EV super-charging service
• Premium experiences: Express lanes at mall customer care centres, priority queues at selected restaurants
• Cross-brand membership upgrades: Complimentary upgrade to YATA GOLD, Go Royal Gold Premium, and SmarTone PriorityPlus™ Premium memberships
• VIP lounge: Access to The Point Gold VIP lounge at New Town Plaza 
• Luxury hotel and merchant privileges: Exclusive offers at 10 luxury hotels under the Group (including The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong; W Hong Kong;  Hyatt Centric Victoria Harbour Hong Kong; Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong and the Royal brand of hotels ), reservation privileges at TOWNPLACE WEST KOWLOON social club and Harbour North VIPet Lounge 
• Exclusive events and rewards: Limited-time flash offers, exclusive spending rewards and lucky draws

The Point has also introduced a mid-tier rewards programme for members who have reached a designated spending threshold but have not yet attained The Point Gold status. Additionally, a new merchant platform will soon be launched, allowing our tenants to offer deals and rewards directly through The Point mobile app. This initiative aims to attract more customers to SHKP malls, driving increased business for tenants and creating a win-win situation.

SHKP’s customer-first philosophy has always sought to continuously enhance customer experience. The Instant Point Earn service was rolled out in 2024, enabling members to earn points instantly by simply scanning their member QR codes when paying electronically at participating merchants. The member-exclusive contactless parking service has been extended to 107 car parks managed by SHKP and Wilson Parking. Furthermore, the EV super-charging service launched in 2023 has expanded its network to cover all 18 districts of Hong Kong. Nearly 40,000 members have already benefitted from this service.