Inheritance of Caring Spirit
Partnered with Hong Kong Young Women’s Christian Association, AS Watson Group celebrated its 180th anniversary with a series of volunteer activities to explore the history of Hong Kong and understand the caring culture of AS Watson. Participants learned how to make their own mini flower boards, which is one of the intangible cultural heritages in Hong Kong that has lasted for more than a hundred years.
O+O Concept Store is Reopened
Spanning over 8,000 sq. feet, a three-storey Watsons concept store is reopened in Causeway Bay, Hong Kong, to offer customers a seamless O+O shopping experience. The new store features three experience zones, namely Makeup & Cosmetic, Health and Sustainable Products. To help customers lead a sustainable lifestyle, Hong Kong’s first Naturals by Watsons refill station is also launched in the store!
Salute to Athletes’ Parents
Watsons Water held an award ceremony to give thanks to the parents of 3 para-athletes and donated HKD 200,000 to support the development of para-sports. In the ceremony, the athletes and their parents shared their life journey to encourage younger generation to pursue their dreams. Watsons Water is proud to be the long-term partner of the Hong Kong Paralympic Committee & Sports Association for the Physically Disabled which has made great contributions to the development of para-sports in Hong Kong.
Two-time Olympic Medalist Sarah Lee Sparks a Flame in the Hearts of the Younger
Hong Kong athletes made history with their perseverance and strength by obtaining remarkable achievements at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games! To pass on this spirit to the younger generation, AS Watson Group Hong Kong Student Sports Awards (HKSSA) invited Sarah Lee Wai-sze, two-time Olympic Bronze medalist, to interact with the award winners.
Marathon Champions!
In support of Hong Kong Marathon, AS Watson Group kept the runners hydrated and energised with Watsons Water and our volunteer team! We are proud to announce Watsons Athletic Club’s athletes got a sweeping victory in the race! We got the Champions in Men’s 10KM Elite(Senior), Women’s 10KM Elite(Senior), Women’s 10KM Elite(Junior), Men’s Half Marathon Elite(Junior), Women’s Half Marathon Elite(Senior), and Men’s Marathon Elite(Senior).
Upcycling Workshop
Watson’s Wine co-hosted an Upcycling Workshop with Social Venture Hong Kong. Volunteers from Watson’s Wine and a group of children worked hand in hand to upcycle wooden wine boxes and glass bottles. Two upcycling artists were invited to share their ideas on how to upcycle the materials into lanterns and treasure boxes.
Watsons Develops Successful Partnership with K-Beauty Brands Mise En Scène and COSRX in Asia
Is K-Beauty here to stay? According to the data released by the Korea Customs Service and Korea Cosmetic Association, South Korean cosmetics exports climbed 16.1% to reach nearly USD7.6 billion in 2020 despite the pandemic. In addition, latest research forecasts that the market size of K-Beauty will continue to grow at CAGR 9% from 2021 to 2027*.
Let’s Try!
FORTRESS has launched Microsoft Windows 11 Experience Zone at Telford Plaza Store, Hong Kong. From now on, customers can experience the new features of Windows 11. There is also a game zone where customers can try out gaming laptops with Xbox Game Pass! Freebies will also be given to customers upon purchase of selected Microsoft products.
Wellbeing Campaign
To promote wellbeing awareness, PARKnSHOP Hong Kong kicked off a Wellbeing Campaign with a series of activities in September 2021. The leadership team demonstrated stretching exercises at the office and all staff were given a stretching brand to exercise together. A Fruit, Healthy Snack & Drink Booth was also set up to encourage colleagues to build healthy eating habits.
