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Cheras LeisureMall marks 30 years as a community landmark, rewarding 30 shoppers with grand prizes
A Legacy of Connection and Community
For three decades, it has stood as an enduring landmark in Klang Valley, a pioneer among shopping malls that has grown alongside generations of Malaysians. As it marks its 30th Anniversary this year, the mall celebrates its rich legacy and looks ahead to a vibrant, revitalised future.
Since its grand opening in 1995, Cheras LeisureMall has been more than just a shopping destination—it has been a cherished part of the community. As one of the first malls in the region, Cheras LeisureMall introduced a new era of retail and entertainment, providing a space where families, friends, and businesses could gather.
Over the years, it has evolved into a beloved neighbourhood hub, fostering relationships and shared experiences that transcend generations. The mall’s unique charm, nostalgia and character ensure its lasting relevance to the surrounding communities.
Despite its smaller size compared to the newer mega-malls, with approximately 280,000 square feet of net lettable area (NLA), Cheras LeisureMall has consistently remained one of the most popular malls in Cheras. Its wide variety of shops, F&B outlets, and leisure activities make it a favourite destination for the entire family.
Part of its lasting appeal is the mall’s ability to adapt to meet changing market trends and customer expectations amidst a rapidly evolving retail landscape and economic fluctuations.
Another feature that makes Cheras LeisureMall unique is its lasting bond with tenants, consistently maintaining a 90% occupancy rate over the decades. Several long-standing tenants that have been a part of the mall since its inception include Eu Yan Sang, Poh Kong, Popular, McDonald’s, Guardian, Baskin-Robbins, Cheinhoong Florist, Minit Cobbler, Sox World and AsterSpring. Other long-standing tenants such as Watsons, Wah Chan, Ogawa, Bata, Dalun and many more remain among the community’s favourites.
This long-standing relationship with tenants has drawn its own set of loyal customers, many of whom grew up with and continue to frequent the same outlets with their children and grandchildren. In many ways, the tenants have helped create many lasting memories for shoppers that transcends generations.
While the occupancy rate was affected during the COVID19 pandemic, the occupancy rate quickly rose to pre-pandemic levels of 96% occupancy within less than two years. This rapid growth in occupancy stands as a testament to Cheras LeisureMall’s key presence as a central neighbourhood hub in the community of Taman Segar, Cheras.
F&B outlets saw a spike in demand post-pandemic, with shoppers more willing to spend on dining out and enjoying new experience. This surge saw the rapid opening of several F&B tenants such as a food court – Food City, Old Nanyang Café, one of the largest ZUS Coffee outlets in Malaysia and many more.
The mall also saw continuous demand for technology and digital products, which led to several new tech brands opening at Cheras LeisureMall, such as Huawei, HONOR, Realme and many more.
As the mall progresses with time, it evolves and attract changes in providing new shopping and dining experiences.
Cheras Plaza, an ever-evolving commercial building
The adjacent building, Cheras Plaza, has also enjoyed a storied history since its opening in 1987, growing and complementing Cheras LeisureMall’s offerings.
Cheras Plaza housed the first Japanese department store, Chujitsu, outside of Japan, which strongly attracted many surrounding residents. The building became a centre of education when Sedaya College took over the entire premises. Eventually in 2002, the building was converted into an office tower, thus renamed as Cheras Plaza.
In 2023, the entire building saw a major facelift, with a modern new aluminium façade and a transformed lobby. Air conditioning, new lifts and an upgraded cashless parking system provide all the conveniences of modern design with its charming past.
Presently, the building has two main tenants on its ground and mezzanine floors: Hua Yuan Seafood and Sing V Karaoke, while offices occupy the upper floors.
These two new establishments position Cheras Plaza as not just a premier office location but a dining and entertainment hub in the bustling Taman Segar neighbourhood.
Growing with the times
For many, Cheras LeisureMall was one of the very first malls in the Klang Valley that offered an indoor amusement park, bowling alley or cinema, making it a must-visit destination for visitors.
It has undergone several rounds of refurbishments over the years to continue staying relevant to the evolving needs of consumers. The indoor theme park and bowling alley made way in the early 2000s to a plethora of dining options and expanded net lettable area, offering cuisines from different parts of the world.
Both blocks have seen continuous upgrades and improvements, both in its building renovations and diverse tenancy mix, ensuring it stays up to date with the needs of its shoppers and tenants. The introduction of key tenants such as Fitness First in 2005, Village Grocer and Grand senQ in 2022, which was one of the first exclusive concept senQ outlets in Malaysia, continue shaping its unique offerings to its customers.
The mall took a pioneering step towards sustainability by installing 360 solar panels on its rooftop back in 2009, with a peak capacity of 64.8 kWp.
In 2009, the initial food court was renovated into what stands as Cravings Lane on Level 1, offering a wide range of new F&B options available. This area saw another facelift with a dedicated pedestrian link to the adjacent Taman Mutiara MRT station was unveiled in 2018, further enhancing its connectivity and drawing a wider audience to Cheras LeisureMall, such as students, working adults and tourists.
Despite the changes, certain features such as the mall’s iconic linkbridge connecting both buildings and the Lower Ground Concourse which hosts all the mall’s large festivities has remained unchanged.
Beloved community traditions
In line with its identity as a neighbourhood mall, festive traditions have become an integral part of its DNA, whether its Chinese New Year, Hari Raya Aidilfitri, Deepavali, Mid-Autumn or Christmas.
The sound of cymbals during acrobatic lion dance performances for Chinese New Year remain an annual mainstay for surrounding residents till today. In the late 90s, it was a rare treat to witness performers leaping from pole to pole and attracting visitors from far and wide.
The mall’s Mid-Autumn Lantern Competition, which was introduced in 1996, remains an annual affair with a unique grassroots twist in 2024. The mall had set a new record recently in the Malaysia Book of Records for The Most Handpainted Lanterns by Children, with over 1,500 lanterns made by schoolchildren from 14 primary schools.
The annual Christmas Toy Bank initiative, which first started in 2002, continues to be a year-end tradition for Cheras folks, with hundreds of gifts donated yearly to children in various charity homes.
Today, the mall remains a popular venue for a wide variety of community activities, such as various safety awareness events, pet adoption drives, regular blood donation drives, wildlife conservation event, the division’s long-term sustainability initiative The REplace Project, kiosks for needy NGOs and charity homes and many more.
Rewarding shoppers with The Grand 30 Giveaway
Thirty lucky shoppers walked away with 30 prizes in honour of Cheras LeisureMall’s milestone anniversary, including a Haval H6 HEV, an Ogawa Vivre massage chair, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, 12g of 999 12 Zodiac Gold Beans, Travelog travel vouchers worth RM3,888 and many more.
The spend and win contest, The Grand 30 Giveaway ran from 15 February to 20 April 2025. Shoppers who spend a minimum of RM300 at any participating outlets were eligible to submit an entry and stand a chance to win one of the attractive prizes.
The atmosphere at the prize presentation ceremony was filled with anticipation, with over 2,000 submissions. The participants gathered to witness the live draw event held at the mall’s Lower Ground Concourse in the hopes to winning the grand prize.
The contest was held to reward its shoppers who have been an invaluable part of Cheras LeisureMall’s rich legacy in Taman Segar, Cheras since its grand opening on 24 April 1995.
Celebrating 30 Years and Beyond
As Cheras LeisureMall enters its fourth decade, numerous exciting developments are in progress. Asset enhancement works in key strategic areas of the mall will refresh its ambiance. The phased improvements include introducing new alfresco areas along the ground floor, enhancing mall entrances for better customer arrival experiences, modernising and upgrading facilities, and many other initiatives that are set for the near future.
The mall had expanded its green initiatives by adding over 1,440 new solar panels in 2024 with a peak system capacity of 900 kWp. These efforts aim to generate clean, renewable energy and reduce its carbon footprint.
The mall management is evaluating and enhancing the tenant mix to attract new and prominent brands that best serve the community’s evolving needs. This ongoing effort ensures that Cheras LeisureMall remains a vibrant and relevant hub for shopping, dining, and leisure activities.
The mall is also committed to long-term sustainability efforts, namely The REplace Project which installed designated recycling areas and a bag sharing corner to promote green living within the community.
Recently, the mall has embraced digitalisation, redefining customer engagement with the introduction of the PLAYCE app. This new loyalty app aims to make shopping and rewards more seamless and enjoyable for patrons while fostering close collaboration with tenants.
For further information about the latest happenings at Cheras LeisureMall, please visit its Facebook and Instagram pages.
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About Cheras LeisureMall
Cheras LeisureMall, a popular family-friendly destination in Cheras since 1994 celebrates its latest milestone with its 30th Anniversary. The neighbourhood landmark provides a host of integrated retail, F&B and leisure activities designed to cater to the needs of the Cheras community.
Cheras LeisureMall is owned and managed by PPB Properties – the property division of PPB Group Berhad, which is an investment holding and property investment company listed on the Main Market of Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad.
When AI Meets Artistic Intelligence — Cross-City, Cross-Disciplinary Creative Education in Action
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 May 2026 – As artificial intelligence (AI) sweeps across the globe, how should humanity redefine the core competencies needed to shape the future? Funded by The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust and organised by AFTEC, Knowledge Exchange 2026—Artistic Intelligence: Shaping Human Achievement opens today for two days at Hong Kong’s newest cultural landmark—the East Kowloon Cultural Centre—marking the venue’s first major international arts education event. As a flagship annual initiative of the AFTEC Jockey Club Creative Futures Project, the forum has attracted nearly 260 educators, artists and stakeholders to explore how creative teaching and learning can inspire learning, spark creativity and nurture talent, laying the foundation for a better future.
Bringing Together Education and Cultural Leaders to Build a Cross-Disciplinary Creative Network
The opening ceremony was officiated by Ms Winnie Yip, Head of Charities (Culture & Sports Cluster; Community Engagement), The Hong Kong Jockey Club.
In her opening speech, Ms Winnie Yip, Head of Charities (Culture & Sports Cluster; Community Engagement), The Hong Kong Jockey Club, said: “The Club has been supporting the AFTEC Jockey Club Creative Futures Project since 2021. The results have been truly encouraging. The programme has strengthened participating students’ understanding of and care for others, while deepening their interest in arts and interdisciplinary learning. With the second phase now underway, we look forward to further supporting the growth and transformation of students and teachers.”
The opening ceremony also featured Prelude in Light, Sound & Video, a multimedia work created by students of the School of Theatre and Entertainment Arts at The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts (HKAPA), setting the stage for the forum and showcasing the creative potential of the younger generation.
Ms Lynn Yau, Chief Executive Officer of AFTEC and Project Director of the AFTEC Jockey Club Creative Futures Project, said: “In an era dominated by artificial intelligence, we need to redefine the unique value of humanity more than ever. AFTEC has always been committed to training teachers and creative practitioners, nurturing the ‘5Cs’ core competencies—Creativity, Critical Thinking, Communication, Collaboration, and Contribution—through systematic teaching strategies. By integrating creative learning into school curricula, we nurture a new generation equipped with resilience and problem-solving skills, while actively building a cross-disciplinary learning network. We are deeply grateful for the vision and support of The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust and the participation of our partners from various sectors, allowing us to collaboratively shape human achievement through Artistic Intelligence and mould the future with creativity.”
Redefining AI — Nurturing Irreplaceable “first-class humans”
The highlight of the forum’s first day was the first cross-city dialogue, a keynote entitled Creative Cities, Creative Mindsets: Bath, Hong Kong, New Delhi. Ms Kate Cross MBE, Director of The Egg at Theatre Royal Bath, United Kingdom; Ms Jigyasa Labroo, CEO and Co-founder of Slam Out Loud, New Delhi, India; Professor Anna CY Chan, Director of The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts; and Ms Lynn Yau, Chief Executive Officer of AFTEC, delivered the keynote together. The four creative visionaries highlighted that Artistic Intelligence is an indispensable competency for humanity in the age of AI, and shared how global frameworks can be adapted to local practice across the three cities’ distinctive educational and cultural ecosystems to cultivate young people’s imagination, empathy and meaning-making — core competencies for navigating an ever-changing future.
Ms Kate Cross introduced the School Without Walls programme, a groundbreaking initiative that immerses students in cultural venues for seven weeks, significantly enhancing their writing, emotional expression, and self-directed learning abilities. Ms Jigyasa Labroo shared Slam Out Loud’s work, which, through over 100 hours of arts-based social-emotional learning (SEL) curriculum, has successfully boosted the confidence, curiosity, and emotional regulation of 700,000 children across two Indian states. Professor Anna CY Chan, from the macro perspective of higher education and talent cultivation, emphasised the bridging role of Artistic Intelligence between professional arts training and primary/secondary creative education. Ms Lynn Yau showcased how the AFTEC Jockey Club Creative Futures Project transforms artists into “Teaching Artists,” shifting schools’ vision from “Arts Provisioned” towards being “Arts Empowered,” enabling Hong Kong students to demonstrate stronger vitality in cross-disciplinary learning.
The session also featured internationally acclaimed arts educator Professor Anne Bamford OBE, FCGI, Director of the International Research Agency; Professor Anne Mette Hjort, Director of The Research Centre for Creative Arts and Public Value, The Education University of Hong Kong; Mr Victor Kwok, Deputy Research Director of Our Hong Kong Foundation and Committee Member of the All-China Youth Federation; and Ms Heidi Lee, Executive Director of Hong Kong Ballet, as respondents. They offered diverse perspectives from policy research, cultural promotion and professional development, exploring how the arts and creativity can nurture outstanding talent of the future through structured and sustainable educational approaches in Hong Kong.
Collaborative Workshops—From Theory to Practice
The forum also featured collaborative workshops, where participants experienced first-hand how educational visions can be translated into practical teaching plans in an interactive setting.
In today’s (15 May) sessions, Creative Classroom LIVE!, led by teaching teams from Tin Shui Wai Methodist Primary School and Tuen Mun Government Primary School, brought authentic teaching plans to life in the theatre, allowing participants to experience the transformative power of creativity in local schools’ setting. Professor Anne Bamford OBE, FCGI, Director of the International Research Agency, facilitated the session The How Factor Lab: Designing Arts-rich Learning that Lasts?, discussing how the arts can be incorporated into education through sustainable policy and teaching strategies to establish a long-term and stable creative ecosystem in schools and communities.
Day Two Highlights — The Many Dimensions of Artistic Intelligence
On the second day of the forum (16 May), discussions will build upon the first day’s highlights and continue to delve deeper into the theme of Artistic Intelligence. In the keynote The Real AI: Artistic Intelligence and the Future of Human Potential, Professor Anne Bamford OBE, FCGI, Director of the International Research Agency, will discuss how the integrated development of personal cognitive, creative, social and digital capabilities can unlock human potential and shape a new generation equipped with innovation and adaptability, calling on education systems, cultural institutions and communities to collaborate in ensuring that young people maintain their unique edge in the age of AI.
Two collaborative workshops will also take place. School Without Walls: Changing Sites of Learning, led by Ms Kate Cross MBE, Director of The Egg at Theatre Royal Bath, United Kingdom, will demonstrate how learning spaces can be extended beyond school campuses to curate meaningful and personalised arts education experiences through the School Without Walls programme. What if We All Had a Voice? The Possibilities of the Arts in Social-Emotional Learning, led by Ms Jigyasa Labroo, CEO and Co-founder of Slam Out Loud, New Delhi, India, will share how locally rooted curriculum resources that address social issues can be developed to empower children to use creativity to tackle life and societal challenges and to weave their dreams.
Mutual Growth—Frontline Teachers and Artists Share Their Journeys and Learning
The forum also invited schools and creative practitioners from the AFTEC Jockey Club Creative Futures Project to share their practical experiences. In the panel discussion From Traditional to Creative Teaching, Vice Principal Kiley Tse of Ho Lap Primary School (Sponsored by Sik Sik Yuen), Ms Katherine Ip of Hong Kong and Macau Lutheran Church Primary School, and Ms Jourdan Wong of Cheung Sha Wan Catholic Primary School will share insights and explore the far-reaching impact of creative teaching and learning on teachers’ personal growth, students, the learning environment, and the overall creative learning culture of schools.
Another panel discussion, From Introspective Artists to Communicative Teaching Artists, features creative practitioners Ms Grace Cheng; Mr Reds Cheung of Laichankee; Ms Cally Yip of Passoverdance; and Ms Priscilla Lai, Lead Creative Practitioner of the AFTEC Jockey Club Creative Futures Project. Their sharing proves that the Project’s collaborative model not only benefits schools—teachers’ and creative practitioners’ artistic practices are also nourished through the teaching process, fostering mutual growth and grooming the community of practice of teaching artists in Hong Kong.
Creative Learning Arts Awards — Celebrating Local Education Transformation
To showcase the Project’s impact over the years, the forum will host the Creative Learning Arts Awards ceremony, recognising outstanding schools, teachers and creative practitioners, and celebrating the remarkable progress of the local education community in advancing creative thinking and whole-person development.
For more information, please visit:
AFTEC Jockey Club Creative Futures Project: https://creativefutures.aftec.hk/home-en/
Knowledge Exchange 2026—Artistic Intelligence: Shaping Human Achievement: https://creativefutures.aftec.hk/knowledge-exchange/ke2026/
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About AFTEC Jockey Club Creative Futures Project
Funded by The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust, the AFTEC Jockey Club Creative Futures Project is a multi-level creative learning scheme designed to provide a much-needed system-led approach to creative thinking in educational institutions from tertiary to primary.
Based on a successful pilot (2021 – 2024), the key focus in this expanded version is in training teachers and creative practitioners.
With practical strategies for professionals to teach across the curriculum based on the 5C’s—Creativity, Critical Thinking, Communication, Collaboration, and Contribution— creative practitioners join teachers for in-school classes to co-design and co-create lesson plans for use in classroom throughout the year.
About AFTEC
Advancing creative learning and arts education in Hong Kong
Creativity allows us to recognise potential within ourselves and the world around us. It promotes problem-solving, nurtures relationships, cultivates resilience, and can transform lives in countless ways. At AFTEC, we work with students, educators, and creative practitioners to plant the seeds of creativity in our community.
As a proudly homegrown Hong Kong organisation, we nurture the city’s greatest natural resource — its people. Through co-designed, collaborative, and inclusive bilingual education programmes, we create supportive environments where young minds are free to explore, express, and flourish. We spark imagination, build confidence, and foster a sense of growth and belonging together.
Website: www.aftec.hk
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Come to Beijing Chaoyang for an Adventurous Encounter with Trendy Toys and Intangible Cultural Heritage
This is not a traditional exhibition, but an urban carnival that seamlessly blends popular IPs, intangible cultural heritage (ICH) crafts, immersive performances, and top-tier cultural and creative products from across China. The fair brings together high-quality creative cultural products, time-honored ICH brands, and trendy toy labels. Covering a total area of approximately 66,000 square meters, it features both indoor and outdoor zones. Centered around two main themes — “New Oriental Aesthetics” and “The Rise of Guochao (Chinese trendy culture)” — the event showcases over 10,000 creative products.
In the “Rise of Guochao” zone, leading Chinese trendy toy brands present immersive installations. 52TOYS brings the “Panda Roll Playful Panda Forest,” where dozens of lifelike, giant panda sculptures are scattered among the trees, creating perfect photo opportunities. Pop Mart hosts a special exhibition celebrating the 20th anniversary of its hit IP “MOLLY,” featuring a giant castle inflatable and vending machines for blind boxes. Also making its offline debut as a themed zone, “The Emoji Clinic,” the globally recognized emoji brand launches several exclusive items not yet available in stores.
The ICH section is equally impressive. Ten nationally recognized master artisans showcase their representative works at the “Oriental Showcase,” presenting ten traditional crafts, including filigree inlay, Hepu horn carving, polished lacquerware, Longquan celadon, and Shui ethnic group’s horsetail embroidery. Traditional ICH techniques are creatively combined with trendy toy designs — Peking silk figurines, cloisonné, and Beijing embroidery are integrated into modern doll clothing and accessories, giving birth to a unique Oriental trend aesthetic. Additionally, over 40 other ICH items — such as jade carving, cloisonné, Beijing embroidery, Miao embroidery, and carved lacquer — allow visitors to observe master artisans at work up close and participate in hands-on activities like seal carving, tie-dyeing, and clay sculpting.
Throughout the event, five major venues in Chaoyang Park will host over 100 performances, spanning street dance, traditional Chinese music, symphony, opera, and parades. The Shell Theater will present an ACG symphony concert and a symphony of Hong Kong film golden melodies. At the East Square of Chaoyang Planning Art Museum, the “New Oriental Aesthetics” pop-up stage will feature continuous performances of Jingxi Taiping Drum dance and classical umbrella dance. The East Square of Weibo IN will focus on trendy crossover acts, with breakdance battles and jazz quartets taking turns on stage.
And when night falls, even more intriguing adventures begin. A mecha parade weaves through the crowds — you might brush past Black Myth: Wukong and a troupe of mascots. On the Fangzhou Lake, lantern-lit flower boats set sail, their slow journey accompanied by ancient music and shimmering water, creating a moving Oriental painting. From daytime blind-box surprises to nighttime lantern-lit garden strolls, the park offers unexpected delights at every turn.
No tickets are required — just a sense of curiosity. Bring your camera, gather your friends, come to Beijing Chaoyang Park, become a “power player,” and join this immersive carnival of trendy toys and intangible cultural heritage.
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Customer Service Excellence Award 2025 Concluded Successfully MTR Crowned Grand Champion Among Over 100 Winners
Held under the theme “High Tech, High Touch – AI Empowers a New Era in Customer Service”, the event attracted more than 450 guests. The Honourable Algernon Yau, JP, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, graced the occasion as the Guest of Honour. The award presentation ceremony was also privileged to have The Hon Shiu Ka Fai, BBS, JP, Member of the National Committee of the CPPCC and Member of the Legislative Council; The Hon Perry Yiu, MH, JP, Member of the Legislative Council; together with representatives of professional associations who served as award presenters. Members of the award judging panels and customer service industry leaders also joined the celebration to recognize the outstanding achievements of the award winners.
Hon Algernon Yau: Government Injected HK$200 Million into BUD Fund to Support AI-driven Digital Transformation
In his opening address, The Honourable Algernon Yau, JP, noted that artificial intelligence was driving customer service into a new era, shifting from human-led operations to a model that integrates data analytics and intelligent systems. Mr Yau stressed that as technology advances, human warmth becomes increasingly precious. He emphasized that true excellence in customer service is built on a customer-centric foundation, requiring service professionals to integrate technology with empathy, sincere communication and personalized attention to achieve a balance of efficiency and human warmth.
“2026 marks the start of the planning and layout for the nation’s 15th Five-Year Plan, which prioritizes high-quality development, innovation-driven growth and the deep integration of the digital economy. Hong Kong is proactively aligning itself with the country’s development strategy, contributing its unique strengths to meet national needs. The services sector, in particular, must upgrade and transform. To help, the Hong Kong SAR Government has put HK$200 million into the Dedicated Fund on Branding, Upgrading and Domestic Sales (BUD Fund), offering targeted support for AI adoption and helping businesses transform digitally.” Mr Yau stated.
Derek Choi: 40% Surge in Applications Reflected High Competitiveness and Recognition of the Awards
Mr Derek Choi, Chairman of HKACE, said “the Customer Service Excellence Award 2025 received 220 applications – a significant 40% increase from the previous year – reflecting the industry’s growing emphasis on service quality. A total of 102 awards were presented, making the competition exceptionally fierce.”
“Participants had to be nominated by the member companies and submit a written proposal in the first round to be shortlisted among the five finalists for a panel interview,” Mr Choi explained. “An independent judging panel, composed of industry elites and academics, then determined the gold, silver, bronze, and merit award winners. This rigorous assessment process upheld the award programme’s standing.” Mr Choi also extended his heartfelt gratitude to all judging panel members, noting that their selfless dedication and strong support had contributed significantly to the credibility of the awards programme.
Customer Service Excellence Award 2025 Winners Unveiled: MTR Crowned Grand Champion
The Customer Service Excellence Award 2025 featured three main categories – Individual Awards, Team Awards and Programme Awards – alongside the Grand Award. MTR Corporation scooped a total of 15 awards, standing out among a strong field of competitors to be named Grand Champion. HKT Limited and The Hong Kong Jockey Club also secured the 1st Runner-up and 2nd Runner-up of the Grand Award respectively.
Other gold award winners included AIA International Limited, BMW (Hong Kong) Limited, Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited, Cathay Pacific Airways, CLP Power Hong Kong Limited, Hong Kong Fire Services Department, Hongkong Post, and Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (Asia) Limited.
Appendix 1: List of Winners of the HKACE Customer Service Excellent Award 2025
| Grand Award | ||
| Champion | MTR Corporation | |
| 1st Runner-up | HKT Limited | |
| 2nd Runner-up | The Hong Kong Jockey Club | |
| Individual Award – Contact Centre Service Award | ||
| Gold | Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited | Tse Mei Yee, Shirley |
| Silver | HKT Limited | Li Miu Hei, Annie |
| Bronze | AIA International Limited | Luk Kwong Lam |
| Merit | HKT Limited | Yeung Shuk Yi, Joe |
| Merit | The Kowloon Motor Bus Co. (1933) Ltd. | Wan Ka Hing, Tingo |
| Individual Award – Counter Service Award | ||
| Gold | BMW Concessionaires (HK)Ltd | Lai Ka Yui, Brian |
| Silver | CLP Power Hong Kong Limited | Lau Tik Fung, Oscar |
| Bronze | Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited | Ng Ka Ling, Aimee |
| Merit | China Mobile Hong Kong Company Limited | Yeung Fong Chun, Frank |
| Merit | Sino Group – Citywalk 2 Management Company Limited | |
| Individual Award – Field & Special Service Award | ||
| Gold | Hongkong Post | Hung Tsz Yin |
| Silver | Ngong Ping 360 Limited | Yip Ka Man, Carmen |
| Bronze | Shell Hong Kong Limited | Xia Min |
| Merit | Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited | Luk Ka Chun, Paul |
| Merit | Cathay | Ardis Yeung |
| Individual Award – Frontline Service Award | ||
| Gold | Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (Asia) Limited | Kwan Shing Yan, Kelvin |
| Silver | Goodwell Property Management Limited | Wong Pui Ching, Rebecca |
| Bronze | MTR Corporation | Law Pak Hin, Hinson |
| Merit | The Hong Kong Jockey Club | Cheung Tsz Ching |
| Merit | Aviation Security Company Limited | Cheng Bing Lam |
| Individual Award – Internal Support Service Award | ||
| Gold | HKT Limited | Zheng Minsui |
| Silver | BOC Group Life Assurance Co. Ltd. | Ma Wing Sze, Sissy |
| Bronze | Cathay | Bianca Tang |
| Merit | AIA International Limited | Lyu Chen Yu |
| Merit | Airport Authority Hong Kong | Agnes Wong |
| Individual Award – Customer Service Training Award | ||
| Gold | HKT Limited | Law Kar Yan, Kannis |
| Silver | The Hong Kong Jockey Club | Brian Leung |
| Bronze | Cathay | Jennifer Lui |
| Merit | MTR Corporation | Chiu Tsz Ho, Ivan |
| Merit | H Properties Management (HK) Co. Ltd. | Yip Ching Ching, Janee |
| Individual Award – Customer Service Supervisor / Team Manager | ||
| Gold | Cathay | Michelle To |
| Silver | The Hong Kong Jockey Club | Miriam Hang |
| Bronze | MTR Corporation | Matthew Cheung |
| Merit | Ocean Park Corporation | Li Chi Kit, Henry |
| Merit | HKT Limited | Wong Lai Man, Ulysses |
| Individual Award – Top 5 Young Stars of the Year | ||
| Cathay | Tedd Wong | |
| The Hong Kong and China Gas Co. Ltd. | Sham Fung Wa | |
| Hong Kong Tourism Board | Michelle Tam | |
| CLP Power Hong Kong Limited | Ng Oi Mei, Amy | |
| Ngong Ping 360 Limited | Yau Cheuk Ting, Anna | |
| Team Award – Contact Centre Service Award | ||
| Gold | Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited | Digital Hub |
| Silver | China Mobile Hong Kong Company Limited | Customer Contact Centre |
| Bronze | MTR Corporation | High Speed Rail Service Hotline |
| Merit | Cathay | Virtual Relationship Manager |
| Merit | HKT Limited | 1O1O Outbound Contact Centre |
| Team Award – Counter Service Award | ||
| Gold | CLP Power Hong Kong Limited | Smart Energy@Tai Po |
| Silver | Bank of Communications (Hong Kong) Limited | Tai Po Branch |
| Bronze | The Hong Kong Jockey Club | Kowloon Bay, Telford Off-Course Betting Branch |
| Merit | MTR Corporation | ELEMENTS Concierge Service |
| Merit | Airport Authority Hong Kong | Customer Service Team & Terminal Duty Team |
| Team Award – Field & Special Service Award | ||||||||
| Gold | Cathay | HKIA Rescue Team | ||||||
| Silver | The Kowloon Motor Bus Co. (1933) Ltd. | KMB Field Operations Support Team | ||||||
| Bronze | CLP Power Hong Kong Limited | CLP Green Studio Multi-Purpose Vehicle | ||||||
| Merit | Ngong Ping 360 Limited | Attractions & Entertainment Team | ||||||
| Merit | Airport Authority Hong Kong | Service Team of Airport Home Baggage Check-in | ||||||
| Team Award – Frontline Service Award | ||||||||
| Gold | Cathay | Cabin Crew Team | ||||||
| Silver | The Hong Kong Jockey Club | Tuen Mun Town Plaza Off-Course Betting Branch | ||||||
| Bronze | HKT Limited | “Here to Serve” Team | ||||||
| Merit | MTR Corporation | East Rail Line Interfacing Team | ||||||
| Merit | Airport Authority Hong Kong | HKIA VIP Lounge and Government VIP Lounge Team | ||||||
| Team Award – Internal Support Service Award | ||||||||
| Gold | AIA International Limited | Premier Agency Enquiry Team | ||||||
| Silver | MTR Corporation | Operations Data Studio | ||||||
| Bronze | HKT Limited | Operations Transformation Team | ||||||
| Merit | AXA China Region Insurance Company Limited | Customer Strategy and Insights Team | ||||||
| Merit | The Hong Kong Jockey Club | Retail – Racecourse Work Group | ||||||
| Team Award – Customer Service Training Award | ||||||||
| Gold | HKT Limited | Consumer Business Group Training Team | ||||||
| Silver | AIA International Limited | Service Training and Knowledge Team | ||||||
| Bronze | MTR Corporation | MTR Learning & Training | ||||||
| Merit | Hong Kong Tourism Board | Visitor Services and Human Resources | ||||||
| Merit | ABC Pathways School | Training & Development | ||||||
| Programme Award – Customer Retention Award | ||||||||
| Gold | MTR Corporation | Elderly Care Programme | ||||||
| Silver | CLP Power Hong Kong Limited | Power Connect | ||||||
| Bronze | HKT Limited | HKT Commercial SME Customer Retention Programme | ||||||
| Merit | The Hong Kong Jockey Club | Experience Diversity, Connect with CARE | ||||||
| Merit | Cathay | Cathay Million Miles Programme | ||||||
| Programme Award – Digital Transformation Award | ||||||||
| Gold | MTR Corporation | MTR Smart Mobility: Digital Transformation for Travel Concession Schemes | ||||||
| Silver | CLP Power Hong Kong Limited | Digital Transformation for Hong Kong ‘s Largest Residential Peak Demand Management | ||||||
| Bronze | Airport Authority Hong Kong | Smart Passenger Security Screening System at Hong Kong International Airport | ||||||
| Merit | China Mobile Hong Kong Company Limited | AI+Service | ||||||
| Merit | Ngong Ping 360 Limited | “Delight Guests Always” – NP360 AI Assistant | ||||||
| Programme Award – Outstanding Customer Service Award | ||||||||
| Gold | MTR Corporation | Kai Tak and Sung Wong Toi Stations Customer Experience Enhancement | ||||||
| Silver | Hong Kong Fire Services Department | “Old Friends” Home Visit Scheme | ||||||
| Bronze | Ngong Ping 360 Limited | Shining You Customer Service Program- Creating Muslim Friendly Attractions in Hong Kong | ||||||
| Merit | CLP Power Hong Kong Limited | CLP Community Watch & Care Service Pilot Programme | ||||||
| Merit | H Properties Management (HK) Co. Ltd. | Happy DNA: Happier Places, Happier People | ||||||
| Programme Award – People Development Award | |||
| Gold | Hong Kong Fire Services Department | Greater Bay Area Joint Emergency Response and Rescue Exercise “Liancheng – 2025” | |
| Silver | Airport Authority Hong Kong | The Operation Officer
Skill-based Salary Progression Scheme |
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| Bronze | The Hong Kong Jockey Club | Racing Towards Excellence: Retail Succession Programme | |
| Merit | MTR Corporation | Buddy Scheme for Newly Recruit Station Officer | |
| Merit | Aviation Security Company Limited | Structured Customer Service Development Programme | |
| Programme Award – Service Innovation Award | |||
| Gold | MTR Corporation | MTR Smart Mobility: Intelligent Crowd Diversion System for Kai Tak Sports Park | |
| Silver | H Properties Management (HK) Co. Ltd. | Happy Moment | |
| Bronze | BOC Group Life Assurance Co. Ltd. | 5+1 Senses @ Service Centre | |
| Merit | The Kowloon Motor Bus Co. (1933) Ltd. | Pet Bus Tour | |
| Merit | HKT Limited | Transforming Service Experience – Wise | |
| Programme Award – Employee Engagement Award | |||
| Gold | AIA International Limited | “Inside Out” | |
| Silver | The Hong Kong Jockey Club | “HAPPI-D” Programme | |
| Bronze | Ocean Park Corporation | Village Adventure | |
| Merit | MTR Corporation | Know Our Customer Programme | |
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About Hong Kong Association for Customer Service Excellence (HKACE)
Hong Kong Association of Customer Service Excellence (HKACE), a non-profit organisation, was established in February 2000 to represent more than 300,000 customer service practitioners in Hong Kong, the number of member companies has almost 50. The 9 founding member organisations are AIA International Limited, Cathay Pacific Airways Limited, Centaline Property Agency Limited, CLP Power Hong Kong Limited, HKT Limited, Hongkong Post, Shell Hong Kong Limited, Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited and The Hong Kong Jockey Club. They are committed to continuously improve themselves, to promote customer service culture with passion, leveraging on members’ synergy and professional expertise.
The Association initiated a multitude of industry awards and programmes over the years, including the “Customer Service Excellence Award”, “Young Service Stars Programme”, and the “Quality Customer Service Programme”. “Service Appreciation Programme” was first launched in 2013 to foster service appreciation culture. The Association aims to facilitate the sharing of managerial experiences among member organizations, encourage innovation, and elevate the competitiveness of Hong Kong’s service sector by rewarding high levels of customer service.
About Customer Service Excellence Award
In line with the mission to promote customer service excellence among members, the HKACE introduced the Customer Service Excellence Award program in 2001 with an aim of motivating customer service staff, recognizing outstanding performers and promoting a customer service culture with member companies.
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