Link’s recent acquisition of Beijing Jingtong Roosevelt Plaza has extended its mainland footprint with a subway-linked asset in the capital’s fast-growing Tongzhou District.

Director (Asset Management – China) Gary Fok said, “The property marks Link’s second acquisition in Beijing, and is the fourth asset in Link’s mainland portfolio, which spans the tier-one cities of Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou. We will continue to identify acquisition opportunities to drive sustainable return. Our primary investment targets are well-located, high-quality retail and office properties in the four tier-one mainland cities and Hong Kong, with excellent growth prospect that complement our current portfolio.”

Tongzhou District, which has seen robust growth in residents’ disposable income in recent years, is considered the eastern gateway to the capital and has been positioned by the city government as Beijing’s sub-centre, home to many public facilities to be relocated from the city centre. The upcoming new residential developments around the property, coupled with the recent move-in of many municipal departments to the district, bode well for shopping demand. Tourism-related demand will also be spurred by the new subway extension currently under construction to Universal Studios Beijing, which is expected to open in 2020.

Strategically located along Beiyuan South Road, the main artery of Tongzhou District, Beijing Jingtong Roosevelt Plaza is adjacent to Jiukeshu Station on the Batong Line of the Beijing Subway, as well as Jincheng Center, a 23-storey office building. Situated amid high-density residential communities, the property is well placed to serve the district’s growing residential and working population. With a total retail GFA of about 67,546 sqm, the property boasts a dynamic mix of retailers, including food and beverage, fashion/accessories, kids/education and lifestyle, and health and beauty, as well as a cinema complex.


領展落實收購北京京通羅斯福廣場，這項位處北京迅速發展副中心的鐵路沿線物業，令集團進一步拓展內地版圖。

資產管理（中國）總監霍業生表示：「該物業標誌著領展於北京的第二個及於內地第四個收購項目，集團內地組合遍及北京、上海及廣州。我們將繼續物色收購機會，推動回報持續增長。投資目標為位於內地四個一線城市及香港、具地利優勢的零售及辦公室物業，且要有良好增長前景，並跟現有組合優勢互補。」

通州區被譽為首都的東部門戶，獲政府定位為北京的副中心，並成為由市中心遷出多項公共設施的新址，區內居民的可支配收入近年穩健增長。物業附近即將落成的住宅發展項目，加上眾多市政部門正陸續遷入區內，將大大促進購物需求。連接2020年開業北京環球影城的地鐵延線工程，預計將推動旅遊相關需求。

北京京通羅斯福廣場位處通州區主幹道北苑南路，毗鄰八通線的九棵樹地鐵站及樓高23層的辦公樓金城中心。該物業位處高密度住宅社區之中，優越位置有助服務區內居住及工作人口。物業零售總樓面面積約為67,546平方米，其多元化商戶包括餐飲、潮流服飾/配件、幼兒/教育、生活時尚、健康/美容，以及電影院。

The Quayside in Final Construction Phase
「海濱匯」年內竣工

Management teams of Link and the main contractor Gammon visited the work site of The Quayside, Link's joint venture commercial development with Nan Fung. Slated for launch later this year, the building's curtain wall and major mechanical and electrical systems are largely complete, whilst interior fit-out works and statutory inspections are ongoing.

領展及總承建商金門建築的管理層參觀「海濱匯」工地。該商廈項目由領展及南豐聯手發展，預計今年內啟用。大廈幕牆系統及主要機電系統大致完成，而內部裝修工程及法定檢測正在進行中。

In addition to offering a wider selection of fresh food, the newly renovated Wo Che Market has brought in premium food outlet Ocean Three and Japanese eatery Pop Sushi, both of which are making their debut in Link’s portfolio. Featuring a number of new snack shops, the market’s street-facing cooked food zone is a convenient stop for a quick bite, especially for commuters from the nearby bus terminal. In addition, the market features air-conditioning, good sightlines thanks to its low-stall design, barrier-free-access enhancement and a new entrance connecting to the shopping mall, which combine to make for a well-presented, comfortable grocery shopping environment.

禾輋街市完成資產提升，除增加食材相關檔戶比例，更引入首度加盟領展的手卷駅及食材零售商Ocean Three。臨街美食區特設多間特色地道小食店，方便往來鄰近公交總站的訪客。街市加裝空調，配以矮檔設計、暢通易達設施，以及連接商場的新入口，買餸倍添方便舒適。

Marking the Reopening of
Wo Che Market with $1 Crazy Offers
一蚊大激賞 禾輋街市開幕誌慶

Wo Che Market celebrated its opening after asset enhancement with a reward programme "$1 Day" enabling customers to choose from more than 2,000 selected ingredients and gourmet seafood priced at $1 each. Customers could redeem stamps after shopping or dining at Wo Che Market to enjoy the special offer.

為慶祝以全新面貌投入服務，沙田禾輋街市推出「1蚊大激賞日」，顧客於街市內購物及用餐消費集蓋印，儲齊蓋印便可以破天荒超值價1元選購游水生猛海鮮等逾2,000份優質食材及美食。

Building on its successful brand advertising initiatives last year, Link’s new thematic campaign features two TV commercials about the Guide Dog and Happy Clown programmes supported by Link Together Initiatives. In keeping with Link’s brand promise of “linking people to a brighter future”, the commercials underline in a light-hearted way how Link connects local communities and gives back to society. Both commercials are now being aired on major TV channels, complemented by print advertisements, bus body posters as well as online and social media videos.

繼去年品牌廣告獲得熱烈反應，領展今年再度推出全新兩輯品牌電視廣告，主題為領展「導盲犬」及「耆青小丑」，藉以加深大眾對領展社區貢獻的認識，帶出「連繫好生活」的品牌訊息。兩輯電視廣告繼續以輕快、風趣及充滿活力的形式拍攝，除於多個電視台推出，亦見於報紙、巴士、網絡及社交媒體。

Witnessing the Real-life Impact of Link-
sponsored Guide Dog Services
見証導盲犬服務改善視障者生活 The day following the TV commercials’ launch, by sheer coincidence, General Manager of Corporate Development & Strategy Calvin Lee Kwan saw a guide dog user in the MTR and quickly found out that he was actually Gary Leung, accompanied by Link Guide Dog Programme graduate Gaga. When chatting about the difficulties of bringing guide dogs onto public transportation, Gary shared that “Guide dogs like Gaga are well trained, working professionals just like humans.” Regarding how the public can help enhance the guide dog experience, his suggestion was to “watch out for their tails on public transportation, and ask before petting the dog – after all, they are on the job too!” Gary was highly appreciative of Link's efforts in promoting guide dog services in Hong Kong.

事有湊巧，廣告推出翌日，企業發展及策略總經理關凱臨於港鐵站遇上視障運動員Gary，陪同他的Gaga正是當年在領展捐助下引入香港的導盲犬。Gary指出：「導盲犬是訓練有素的專家，如人類般的好助手。乘客亦可多加留意，以免誤踏它們的尾部，而在拍拍它們之前亦可先跟主人溝通。」Gary高度評價領展於推展香港導盲犬服務所作的努力。

At the Practising Governance Annual Conference, Chairman Nick Allen shared Link’s experience in tracking macro business trends and bringing them to the boardroom. He also attended the Bank of America Merrill Lynch Asian Property Week to discuss Link’s business strategy and outlook.

主席聶雅倫出席良治同行年度會議，暢談公司追蹤宏觀業務趨勢並將之帶到董事會的經驗。他亦於美銀美林舉辦的亞洲地產周分享領展業務策略及展望。

MIPIM Asia
亞洲國際房地產會議

As a panellist on MIPIM Asia’s “Meet the Chairmen Session”, CEO George Hongchoy (second from left) addressed various investment-related topics, including Link’s investment strategy and the impacts of market headwinds. At another panel discussion, Director of Investment Christine Chan offered her views on the retail property markets in Hong Kong and mainland China, and the potential of cities in the Greater Bay Area.

作為MIPIM Asia「與主席會面」環節的講者，行政總裁王國龍（左二）就領展投資策略及市場挑戰發表見解。投資總監陳淑嫻則於另一討論環節分享對香港及內地市場以及大灣區城市潛力的看法。

Hong Kong’s Top Innovative Retail Leaders
香港零售創新領導50強

Director of Asset Management (Hong Kong) Peionie Kong was named among the top 50 Innovative Retail Leaders in Hong Kong 2018 by Inside Retail Asia. The ranking recognises the best and brightest innovators across the retail sector during the year.

資產管理（香港）總監江寶欣獲Inside Retail Asia雜誌選為香港零售創新領導50強之一，有關名單旨在表揚出色的零售業界創新者。

PwC Strategy Day
羅兵咸永道策略日

On PwC's Strategy Day, CEO George Hongchoy (middle) shared Link's transformation and strategy in serving its various stakeholders, as well as his own professional journey to becoming one of Hong Kong’s leading CEOs.

於羅兵咸永道的策略日，行政總裁王國龍（中）分享領展的發展里程及服務不同持分者的策略，以至他成為香港傑出行政總裁之一的歷程。