Computer bugs have brought Hong Kong's airport cargo handling system to its knees. A spokeswoman for the Hong Kong Embassy said: "It's only a minor problem" but was unable to confirm whether systems have returned to normal.
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority has told banks to ensure vigorous data back-up steps are taken in preparation for the millennium bug. In a letter sent to all Hong Kong banks, the HKMA's deputy chief executive said that although most banks already...
The Mississippi-based carrier has over 17 points of presence in the region - including Australia, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Singapore and Taiwan - providing high-speed data, IP and voice services.
Cable & Wireless has got rid of its final Hong Kong holding for up to £246m, at a 10 per cent discount to the market, but it will still be left out of pocket. These were part of the price paid for C&W's Hong Kong operations.
Now Courtley has taken over from Christou as CEO and is charged with ensuring delivery on a number of high profile projects including the £3bn Inland Revenue contract with Capgemini and a £900m NHS deal.
Nokia has bagged a $30m order for telecommunications equipment from Hong Kong mobile phone firm New World Mobility. The Finnish phone firm has already started supplying equipment that supports EDGE, or Enhanced Data Rates for GSM Evolution, and...