HGC GLOBAL COMMUNICATIONS
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How a digital transformation allows HGC Global Communications to leverage core technologies , infrastructure and services to enhance connections among people and businesses on both a domestic and international scale
T he digital era is upon us and organisations
all around the world are investing more than ever before into technology and innovation to improve their operations and stay relevant for an evolving customer base . HGC Global Communications ( HGC ), a telecommunications company based in Hong Kong , owns an extensive fibre-optic network within the city and has five cross-border routes integrated with three of mainland China ’ s tier-one telco operators . This is on top of housing a world class international network and the first interconnection on the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge , linking HGC to the Greater Bay Area .
The company ’ s main mission is centred around leveraging core technologies , infrastructure and services to enhance connections among people and businesses on both a domestic and international scale . A ‘ new ’ HGC was formed in 2017 and Andrew Kwok , the new Chief Executive Officer , began to embark on HGC ’ s journey of digital transformation . “ I remember when we met ,” recalls Chief Digital Officer ( CDO ) Jacqueline Teo . “ He had a firm view
HGC headquarters in Hong Kong
HGC owns an extensive fibre-optic network within Hong Kong
APRIL 2019