HKT is listed as one of the "Industry's 10 Most Popular SD-WAN Service Providers" (SD-WAN最受行业欢迎厂商) announced alongside the "SD-WAN Industry Map" by the China Academy of Information and Communications Technology (CAICT), a scientific research institute under the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), making it the first Hong Kong-based service provider to receive this distinction. Following CAICT's recognition of HKT in 2022, this further affirms HKT's industry leadership.

Being included in multiple segments on the SD-WAN Industry Map such as SD-WAN Services, SD-WAN Solutions and SD-WAN Industry Applications highlights HKT's comprehensive, robust industry capabilities. Under SD-WAN Industry Applications, HKT is listed in nine out of 10 categories: Retail, Manufacturing, Energy, Finance, Transportation, Healthcare, Communications, Education and Others, positioning the company as one of the most versatile SD-WAN providers while underscoring its success in delivering cross-sector value.

"We are committed to assisting both Hong Kong enterprises and multinational corporations in their entry to the Greater Bay Area market while supporting mainland Chinese companies in their global business expansion," said Steve Ng, Managing Director, HKT Commercial Group, at the "Greater Bay Area Outstanding Enterprise Awards" organised by leading online media HK01.

HKT's key SD-WAN recognitions include the SD-WAN Ready 1.0 and 2.0 certifications and the prestigious "SD-WAN + Cloud Network Convergence Award". In 2023, HKT also received numerous industry case recognitions, such as "Qilu Pharmaceutical National SD-WAN Network Excellent Solution" and "Tongfu Award – Best Collaboration" from Chow Tai Fook Jewellery Group. These accolades further demonstrate HKT’s solid expertise in industry applications and the customer approval enjoyed by the Group.

In addition to its SD-WAN accomplishments, HKT is dedicated to harnessing emerging technologies to drive digital transformation, delivering green technology solutions encompassing smart hospitals, energy management, proptech and solar power systems. These initiatives enable businesses in Hong Kong and the GBA to embrace digitalisation and sustainability practices. Gilbert Mak, Head of China Commercial Business, HKT Commercial Group, shared relevant insights during a panel discussion on "Enhancing the Innovation and Technology Ecosystem – Advancing Hong Kong's New Industrialisation" at the recent "Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Summit" organised by the Hong Kong Economic Journal.