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Shanghai Commercial Pok Oi Cycle for Millions Concluded Successfully

Largest Fundraising Cycling Event in town
Perfect Blend of Sports, Environmental Protection and Charity
Shanghai Commercial Pok Oi Cycle for Millions 2015
2015-04-12 16:46 4830

HONG KONG, April 12, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Organised by Pok Oi Hospital with Shanghai Commercial Bank as the title sponsor for the first time, "Shanghai Commercial Pok Oi Cycle for Millions 2015" has concluded successfully. Riding on last year's success, this year's sixth edition extended new route Nam Wan Tunnel to the cycling route of Stonecutters Bridge, featuring largest fundraising cycling event in town, a perfect blend of Sports, Environmental Protection and Charity to echo green healthy living style.

The kick-off ceremony started early-morning yet guests from Hong Kong government, businesses, community organisations as well as ambassadors and participants showed up energetically at starting point located on Tsing Sha Highway, Stonecutters Bridge. Officiating guests included Dr Ko Wing-man, BBS, JP, Secretary for Food and Health; Mr. Eddie Ng Hak-kim, SBS, JP, Secretary for Education; Prof. Chan Siu-Chee, Sophia, JP, Under Secretary for Food and Health; Mr. Yau Shing-mu, JP, Under Secretary for Transport and Housing; Mr. Alan Lo Ying-ki, JP, District Officer (Kwai Tsing); Dr. Ho Wing Tim, Chairman of Pok Oi Hospital Board of Directors 2014-2015; Mrs. Tam Keung May Chu, Winnie, Chairlady of Pok Oi Hospital Board of Directors 2015-2016; Mr. Yung Chu Kuen, Lincoln, JP, Chairman of Shanghai Commercial Bank; Mr. Kwok Sek-chi, Chief Executive of Shanghai Commercial Bank; and event ambassadors Mr. Richie Jen and Ms. Kay Tse. Among these prestigious guests, Mr. Eddie Ng Hak-kim, Prof. Chan Siu-Chee, Sophia, Mr. Yau Shing-mu and Mr. Richie Jen personally took part in this cycling exercise with over 6,000 enthusiastic cyclists, enjoying the joy of cycling on Stonecutters Bridge.

On behalf of the 2014-2015 Pok Oi Hospital Broad of Directors, Chairman Ho expressed his sincere gratitude towards sponsors and participants for their donations and efforts to help Pok Oi Hospital to further develop its social and community services. The event also aims to promote cycling in Hong Kong as well as knowledge of cycling and road safety, so as to encourage sustainable living style through cycling activities.

Secretary for Education, Mr Eddie Ng Hak-kim, SBS, JP said that he was very happy to cycle with 6,000 citizens today. During the ride, he was deeply impressed by the contribution and passion of the team of Pok Oi in making this event happen, with safety of participants as their top priority. Shanghai Commercial is new to Pok Oi Cycle for Millions but its effort on charitable and environmental works has been consistent. Mr. Kwok said, "Shanghai Commercial Bank understands its duty for social responsibility. Cycle for Millions is a combination of endurance and challenge, which echo our bank's commitment to sustainable development." Mr. Richie Jen and Ms. Kay Tse have supported Cycle for millions for years; they both emphasised the importance of safety cycling issues including the use of safety helmet and positive cycling attitude in order to enjoy the great fun of cycling.

Cycling Carnival and Award Presentation Ceremony also took place today at Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education (Tsing Yi). The Cycling Carnival features many programmes arranged for guests and participants, ranging from artistic cycling performance, singing performance, game booths to special bicycles display etc. Mr. Wong Kam-sing, JP, Secretary for the Environment and Edward MAK, JP, District Officer (Yuen Long) attended the Award Presentation Ceremony. Mr. Wong said at the closing ceremony, "We care about not only our health, our lifestyle but also our planet. Environmental protection is currently one of the biggest trends in town. I am looking forward to the event next year with even stronger connection to environmental protection to make waste reduction and recycling more effective." Various awards were presented to outstanding participants from corporate elite category, school and individual participant.

Best Fundraising Award - Gold 【Corporate Elite Category】:

WCWP International Ltd

Best Fundraising Award - Silver【Corporate Elite Category】:

Telefield Limited

Best Fundraising Award - Bronze 【Corporate Elite Category】:

Coach Hong Kong

Most Creative Outfit Award【Corporate Elite Category】:

Hong Kong Correctional Services、WCWP International Ltd、Hin Sang Hong Company Limited  

Shanghai Commercial Bank Pok Oi Cycle for Millions -- Team Spirit Award:  

Shanghai Commercial Bank

Shanghai Commercial Bank Pok Oi Cycle for Millions -- Road Safety Award:

Noble Group

Shanghai Commercial Bank Pok Oi Cycle for Millions -- Pok Oi Spirit Award:

Wild Organic

Most Positive Participation Award 【School】:   

POH Tang Pui King Memorial College

Most Creative Outfit Award 【School】:

POH Chan Kai Memorial College

Pok Oi Green Living Award【Exhibitor】:

POH Green Organization

Pok Oi Healthy Living Award 【Exhibitor】:

Visit Okinawa

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Source: Shanghai Commercial Pok Oi Cycle for Millions 2015
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