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Zawya
3 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Zawya
Chubb Life Hong Kong Becomes Title Sponsor of Ultimate Tennis Showdown's Asia Debut
HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 28 July 2025 - Chubb Life Hong Kong (Chubb Life HK) is proud to announce its title sponsorship of the Ultimate Tennis Showdown (UTS) in its Asia debut. UTS is an innovative tennis league founded in 2020 that blends high-octane competition with entertainment. Featuring eight top-ranked players, the event incorporates simplified scoring, adapted rules and live DJs and coaching, creating an electrifying, fan-friendly spectacle. The Chubb UTS Hong Kong 2025 will be held at the Kai Tak Arena of Kai Tak Sports Park from October 14 to 15, 2025, underscoring Hong Kong's status as an emerging sports hub, and Chubb Life Hong Kong's commitment to bringing inspiring sporting experiences to the community. Belinda Au, President of Chubb Life Hong Kong and Head of North Asia, said, "We are proud to support the debut of the Ultimate Tennis Showdown in Asia, a partnership that extends our ongoing commitment to delivering world-class experiences that inspire and engage our local communities. The dynamic and innovative format of the UTS aligns with our mission at Chubb Life Hong Kong to provide forward-thinking solutions, making life insurance more accessible and relevant to our customers." As title sponsor, Chubb Life HK will offer exclusive experiences, including VIP tickets to the UTS All-Star Game, on-court private tennis clinics with star players, access to the Chubb Life Lounge and limited-edition merchandise, all exclusively for Chubb's community. This sponsorship also reinforces Chubb Life HK's ongoing support for tennis in Hong Kong, demonstrated by its partnership with local tennis star Coleman Wong since 2023. Chubb Life HK will also launch an interactive game on its social media platforms, offering fans the chance to win event tickets and exclusive UTS prizes. Follow Chubb Life Hong Kong on Facebook (Chubb Life Hong Kong) and Instagram (@chubblifehk) for updates on the UTS and a chance to win free tickets! Hashtag: #Chubb The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About Chubb Chubb is a world leader in insurance. With operations in 54 countries and territories, Chubb provides commercial and personal property and casualty insurance, personal accident and supplemental health insurance, reinsurance and life insurance to a diverse group of clients. The company is defined by its extensive product and service offerings, broad distribution capabilities, exceptional financial strength and local operations globally. Parent company Chubb Limited is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: CB) and is a component of the S&P 500 index. Chubb employs approximately 43,000 people worldwide. Additional information can be found at: Chubb Life Hong Kong
RTHK
3 days ago
- Sport
- RTHK
HK scores an ace with Ultimate Tennis Showdown
HK scores an ace with Ultimate Tennis Showdown Michael Cheng, third left, says the UTS format is a perfect match for Hong Kong. Photo: RTHK Ultimate Tennis Showdown (UTS) will make its Asian debut in Hong Kong. The international individual tennis league tournament will be held at Kai Tak Sports Park on October 14 and 15. Chief operating officer Baptiste Kern said fans had been asking for the tournament to expand to Asia and that Hong Kong has great venues like the new Kai Tak Sports Stadium. "What we are trying to create with UTS is a form of NBA of tennis, where it's very serious tennis, very high-quality matches [and] very high intensity and at the same time a very fun and fan-friendly atmosphere," he said. UTS has a slightly different format than most typical tennis matches, with timed matches and players playing quarters rather than sets. "Basically you have 45 minutes of packed tennis as opposed to longer matches with long breaks," Kern said, adding that fans are encouraged to cheer and players can talk to coaches and fans during changeover. Eight players, including Chinese tennis star Zhang Zhizhen, will be competing for the Zeus trophy and an estimated price money of more than US$300,000. Hong Kong, China Tennis Association president Michael Cheng says the UTS format is a perfect match for Hong Kong with its corporate, entertainment, cultural and fashion fusion. "I think there's a lot of significance in bringing something which is novel to Hong Kong and creating, building and shaping Hong Kong as a tennis hub, a mega-event capital in the region and in Greater Bay." Cheng says he expects the event to sell out quickly in Hong Kong, emphasising the need to build tennis novelty and brand for Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area. "It also sends a very clear signal that every financial hub around the world there are tennis events, and so does Hong Kong, and we are able to provide very good events." Ticket prices will range from almost HK$400 to almost HK$1,600, with public sales starting on August 4 via HK Ticketing.
Barnama
24-07-2025
- Business
- Barnama
UTS Enrolment To Hit 5,000 By Year-end
SIBU, July 24 (Bernama) -- The number of students furthering their studies at Universiti Teknologi Sarawak (UTS) here is expected to reach 5,000 by the end of this year, said State Deputy Minister of Education and Talent Development Datuk Dr Annuar Rapaee. He said the enrolment at the Sarawak government-owned university now exceeds 4,000, comprising students from across Sarawak and other parts of the country. 'I can assure you that by the end of this year, we might reach 5,000. By next year, definitely 5,000 students, and that is our full capacity,' he told reporters after the UTS Appreciation Dinner 2025 last night. Dr Annuar said UTS now records the highest enrolment among local universities in Sarawak. 'During the recent intake for the foundation programme, there were even students from West Malaysia,' he added. He said UTS has become the university of choice for students from the central region, surpassing Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus in Kuching and Curtin University Malaysia in Miri in terms of student numbers. Dr Annuar said that when he was appointed UTS chairman in 2021, the university had around 1,200 students, with enrolment falling during the COVID‑19 pandemic. To make higher education more accessible to poor families, he and vice-chancellor Prof Datuk Dr Khairuddin Ab Hamid introduced bursaries covering 50 per cent of tuition fees for all students, with an additional 80 per cent bursary reserved for 100 students from the B40 group. 'We were criticised then that UTS, which was built using government funds, was not meant for poor people because its fees were too high. 'Without fees, you cannot run a university, but doing nothing would make it a burden. Thanks to the bursary scheme, the university has grown from around 1,200 students to more than 4,000 now and is on track to reach 5,000,' he added.
Borneo Post
23-07-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
UTS key catalyst in Sibu's transformation, says Dr Annuar
Dr Annuar speaks during the UTS Appreciation Dinner in Sibu on Tuesday. SIBU (July 23): Universiti Teknologi Sarawak (UTS) is not just an institution of higher learning but a major driver of Sibu's urban and socioeconomic development, said Deputy State Minister for Education, Innovation and Talent Development, Datuk Dr Annuar Rapaee. Speaking at the UTS Appreciation Dinner here on Tuesday, Dr Annuar said the university has come a long way since its early days as a university college with just 1,100 students, and now boasts an enrolment of over 4,000 students, with full capacity of 5,000 expected by year's end. 'When I was appointed as chairman, there were doubts and perceptions that UTS wasn't for the poor. 'That motivated us to change the narrative and improve accessibility. So, we introduced a 50 per cent bursary for all Sarawakian students, and it worked,' he said. Dr Annuar, who also chairs the UTS Board of Directors, said the initiative had a significant impact, especially in encouraging enrolment among rural and B40 students. The percentage of students from low-income families rose from just 8 per cent to nearly 40 per cent within a few years, he revealed. He expressed his hope that UTS would continue to act as a growth engine for Sibu, drawing a parallel to how Sunway has evolved into a thriving hub due to the presence of a university. 'Imagine 10,000 students living in Sibu, that's thousands renting homes, dining out, and boosting local businesses. A university can transform a town,' he said. He also disclosed ongoing efforts to attract international students and strengthen academic pathways from diploma to degree levels, noting that UTS is steadily gaining momentum to become one of the nation's top institutions. In a landmark announcement, Dr Annuar said the Sarawak government will offer free tertiary education at UTS for Sarawakian students starting next year. 'We never promised free education, but we made it happen. No other state, no matter how wealthy, is doing this. It's a historic milestone,' he said, lauding the bold vision of Sarawak Premier, Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. Dr Annuar concluded by expressing his pride in seeing UTS grow and evolve into a major force for the future of Sarawak. 'My greatest satisfaction is witnessing UTS grow from 1,000 to 5,000 students and securing the support needed to make higher education accessible to all. This university is no longer just a campus, it's a key engine for Sarawak's future.' he said. Among those present at the event were UTS Vice-Chancellor Professor Datuk Dr Khairuddin Abd Hamid, Sibu police chief ACP Zulkipli Suhaili, and Zone 4 Sibu Fire chief Andy Alie. Dr Annuar Rapaee lead Sibu Universiti Teknologi Sarawak UTS
ABC News
22-07-2025
- Business
- ABC News
Uni execs rack up $140,000 on trip as staff face sack
As the cash-strapped University of Technology Sydney (UTS) prepares to sack 10 per cent of its staff, five senior executives have spent more than $140,000 on flights, accommodation and food during a trip to the USA in May, leaked documents have revealed.
