InvestHK`s Client Profiles

client profiles
January 2013
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AUSTRALIA
Glenmar (HK) Ltd was opened in October 2011. It is now the central hub for sales support and management of its
production in Asia. Glenmar (HK) Ltd forms part of the Glenmar group of companies providing customers around
the world with castings, forgings, custom fabrication and machining from the Asian region. Glenmar has a wholly
owned 12,000-square-metre foundry and machining site in Zhejiang, China, which provides high quality and low
cost castings.
For over 25 years Glenmar has been manufacturing in Asia and has developed an integrated network of subsuppliers to enable the company to supply a broad range of castings, forgings or fabricated assemblies to its
customers. This also enables Glenmar to consolidate shipments and reduce the number of suppliers its customers
need to deal with. Its sales offices are located in Australia, Hong Kong and the US.
Castings, Forgings and Machining
www.glenmar.com
Terra Firma, a leading business consulting practice in Australia, has recently established in Hong Kong. The
company provides specialised consulting services to support client’s end-to-end project needs and transform
their business visions into reality. It offers full-service P3M capability across all levels of project delivery, improving
business through technology, organisational change, implementation of technology-led process changes, test
and vendor management, business process reengineering, training, technical writing, business case and roadmap
development, business transformation, organisational design, communications strategy, planning and execution,
among others.
Terra Firma operates as a trusted advisor, bringing confidence, leadership, experience and an independent
perspective to inform customers.
Business Consulting
www.terrafirma.com.au
AUSTRIA
SmartCAP IT-Solutions Hong Kong Ltd specialises in the software business. The company was originally formed
in Austria and has now moved to Hong Kong focusing on business in Asia Pacific. SmartCAP is a specialist for
processing, managing, and archiving of documents. Its goal is to provide customers with high-quality, reliable and
professional solutions. SmartCAP works closely with the leading manufacturers in the market. It offers functional
and proven software and hardware solutions to process, manage, and archive documents.
Nowadays, documents such as invoices, contracts, HR documents are having a huge process impact on companies
from various industries. Companies also see more and more challenges in handling documents through different
channels such as smartphone, post, fax and email. SmartCAP sees this as a great opportunity as its solutions can
improve the information flow and most importantly reduce cost.
IT System Integration
www.smartcap-group.com.hk
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BELGIUM
Founded in Milan, Italy, Studio Gooris focuses on industrial design with a soul: communication, sensibility and
accessibility are at the heart of each project. The designs narrate their stories by themselves – without the need
for rationalisation or convincing – in a language intuitively understood by a wide public. This direct communication
between product and consumer is fundamental for success as it significantly enlarges the group of potential
customers, increasing chances for high sales and ultimately resulting in increased brand loyalty.
After more than 12 years of operations in Italy, the principal designer Frederic Gooris decided to move Studio
Gooris to Hong Kong. This enables Studio Gooris to offer existing customers like Alessi, Ferrero and Minotti Cucine
designs with affinity to the dynamic markets in Asia Pacific as well as designs tailored to western markets for Asian
companies looking to increase exports.
Industrial Design
www.studiogooris.com
FRANCE
PRONUPTIA “marque d’amour” was founded in Paris in 1958. Pronuptia is the wedding dress brand originated in France
and Europe. Today, it has developed its worldwide network with more than 220 stores. Driven by their passion for
wedding fashion, Pronuptia’s designers pursue luxury, elegance and accessibility for each bride-to-be around the world.
As a usual Hong Kong Fashion Week exhibitor, the company decided to move its Asian branch to Hong Kong, an
international crossroads for fashion businesses. Hong Kong’s central location in Asia makes it an ideal place to set
up its wholesale showroom and warehouse easily accessible to its global customers. Pronuptia Professional HK
Ltd was opened in November 2012 to oversee businesses already present in Mainland China and Asia. Its goal is to
open a Pronuptia flagship store in Hong Kong, as a haute couture reference and training platform for its international
franchisees.
Wedding Fashion
www.groupepronuptia.com
Speaking Private is a recruitment agency as well a consultancy company based in Hong Kong. Its business activity
is to search and pre-select talented candidates with information and technology and operation expertise as well as
sales and business development profiles (permanent placements or consultancy assignments). Its clients are mostly
private banks, corporate and institutional banks. In addition, Speaking Private is helping its clients to apply for Hong
Kong employment visas for successful candidates. It has a proven track record in delivering a range of solutions
addressing strategic needs: financial software integration, business process management and business intelligence.
Other business services include company set up, visa applications, business matching and coaching.
Recruitment Services
www.speakingprivate.com
Since 2008, Thaleos has been a leading player in the light and energy-saving industry, designing and developing LED
light solutions. The company uses only top quality components, and its innovative design assures energy efficiency
and a longer lifespan. It handles everything from design to installation and offers free energy audits to its prospects.
The company’s staff will evaluate clients’ existing lamps and calculate how much can be saved by switching to its
LED solution. Thaleos also provides technical support and product design services for its clients.
Thaleos Ltd was established in Hong Kong in August 2012. Its goal is to expand its sales team and put in place a
marketing team in Hong Kong to promote its brand in Asia.
Lighting Business
www.thaleos.com
GERMANY
sonicsense is a leading music and video in-store content provider passionate about helping its clients improve
their in-store experience. The company has grown into an established business in the industry from its origin in
Hamburg, Germany. The sonicsense team has over 30 years of industry experience in the creation, development and
manufacturing of music and video. This combination has allowed sonicsense to produce a relevant and robust audio
and video platform that is unrivaled in today’s market. Balancing creativity and business sense, its team can deliver
tailor-made and innovative products and services of the highest quality.
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The company believes there is a fantastic opportunity to bring its industry experience to the Asian markets, and has
chosen Hong Kong as the place to start its regional expansion. Its Hong Kong office, sonicsense (Hong Kong) Ltd, will
serve as its regional headquarters and includes sales and marketing, administrative and technical support functions.
Music and Video Content Provider
www.sonicsense.com.hk
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Established in May 2012, TC Treasury Advisors Ltd specialises in providing clients with customised and
independent Treasury consulting services. With a focus on Asia Pacific, TC Treasury Advisors Ltd has chosen Hong
Kong as the hub for its regional operations. Managed by a team of former treasurers from multinational companies,
the company offers premium treasury advisory services that will help organisations succeed, especially in today’s
uncertain markets. With treasury experience in different industries and various regulatory frameworks, the company
supports its clients in all stages of their business.
The goal of a modern treasury is to identify relevant risks, develop effective risk management strategies and
ensure efficient implementation capabilities. TC Treasury Advisors helps its clients address their needs ranging from
managing FX risks to optimisation of cash flows, processes and internal controls. As a privately-held company, TC
Treasury Advisors takes maximum ownership in client projects and delivers the highest quality to achieve client
satisfaction.
Treasury Consulting
www.tctreasury.com
Wallmedien is a global provider of eProcurement software solutions and services, covering the complete Procureto-Pay-Process for buyers and suppliers. Over 100 customers in 47 countries are using its modular suite of products.
Since its establishment in 1997, its standard has remained the same for the purchaser and the supplier, connecting
the economically sensible with the technically feasible. The eProcurement solutions created by Wallmedien are a
standard in the SAP world.
The company develops and runs solutions to automate processes for operative and strategic procurement. Custommade solutions are implemented on the basis of standard software for advertisements, auctions, procure-topay processes, document exchange, supplier portals, etc. Wallmedien’s Hong Kong operation focuses on supplier
enablement services, implementation services and – together with its brand partners in Germany and the US – a
24/7 global service desk. Wallmedien customers include Alcoa, Alstom, BAT, BP, BASF, Bayer, Behr, Continental Tire,
Deloitte, DZ Bank, Ford, Johnson Controls, Loewe, Schwan-Stabilo and Syngenta.
Provider of eProcurement Software Solutions and Services
wallmedien.com
HUNGARY
GRAPHISOFT® ignited the Building Information Modeling (BIM) revolution with ArchiCAD®, the industry’s first BIM
software for architects and the AEC (Architectural, Engineering and Construction) Industry. GRAPHISOFT continues
to lead the industry with innovative solutions such as the revolutionary GRAPHISOFT BIM Server™, the world’s first
real-time BIM collaboration environment, and the GRAPHISOFT EcoDesigner™, the world’s first fully integrated
building energy modeling application. GRAPHISOFT’s innovative solutions have fundamentally changed the way
key stakeholders of the AEC industry around the world design and collaborate. GRAPHISOFT® has been part of the
Nemetschek Group (Germany) since its acquisition in 2007.
GRAPHISOFT Hong Kong Ltd has been recently established and serves as the hub of GRAPHISOFT’s activities
throughout Asia. GRAPHISOFT is committed to leading and shaping the future of BIM in Hong Kong and throughout
Asia.
Software for the AEC Industry
www.graphisoft.com
ITALY
Top Spin Wine Logistics Ltd (TSWLog) provides professional and one-stop services specialised in wine storage,
warehousing and distribution from vineyard to customers. The company provides a wide range of services including
door-to-door delivery, import and export handling, repacking, labeling and also other value-added services such as
wine tasting and promotion. In Hong Kong, being a gateway to China market, the company has a dedicated division
to handle all official customs formalities. It also has native Italian and Japanese staff to provide personalised services.
TSWLog warehouse is a wholly owned premises with dedicated storage areas for both fine wine and commercial wine. Its
management team and frontline operations are industry experts with hands-on experience for managing daily operations,
offering the best services to customers. Its warehouse, facilities and warehouse management system (WMS) are set up with
reference to HKQAA standard ensuring high quality services.
Wine Logistics Services
www.tswlog.com
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JAPAN
B3 Co Ltd started its bar business in Osaka, Japan in 1991. It opened its second bar, BAR BUONASERA, in Tsim Sha Tsui,
Hong Kong, on 9 November 2012. BAR BUONASERA is a Japanese style bar with a quiet and comfortable atmosphere
and provides customers with Japanese hospitality. It offers many kinds of whiskies, spirits, wine and sophisticated
cocktails.
Hong Kong is a very attractive market. People are willing to accept foreign cultures and like dining out. There are many
Japanese restaurants in Hong Kong but not many Japanese style bars. In future, the company also wants to expand into
the restaurant business and introduce concepts that are not yet available in Hong Kong.
Wine Bar
Creative Alpha Inc began as an interior design firm in 1994. Since then, Creative Alpha Inc has expanded into a
conglomerate engaged in commercial facility design, human resources and training, restaurant operations and franchise
business. Its annual revenue last year was 5.1 billion yen (around HK$480 million), and the company employs over 800
people. In terms of F&B business, it owns Okinawa cuisine restaurant CHURARI, Motsu restaurant TONKACHI, Japanese
plum wine store UME TSUBAKI and ginger cuisine speciality SYOU GA NO KAORI.
F-CATION Ltd is a joint-venture corporation established in Hong Kong between Creative Alpha Inc and other enterprises.
Its primary services are restaurant management and operations and operational guidance in the food service industry.
F-CATION Ltd also cultivates local managerial talent, and explores and establishes models for overseas development.
F-CATION Ltd’s first restaurant TONKACHI went into operation in December 2012. The initial fixed investment was set at
HK$3 million and each outlet of the restaurant will employ 10 people. Within three years, it is expected to expand to 15
outlets within the Asia region including Hong Kong and Mainland China, and in five years to reach 30.
Restaurant
www.c-alpha.com
Hyogo Prefectural Government opened its representative office, Hyogo Business & Tourism Centre (HK), in Hong
Kong in November 2012. The Hong Kong office is responsible for promoting Hyogo’s regional economic cooperation
with Hong Kong, Mainland China and ASEAN countries, as well as other countries and regions. It supports Hyogo
companies in developing their business in Asia and overseas and helps to attract visitors to Hyogo. It also supports
the expansion of overseas sales channels for agricultural and fishery products, foods and other local products from
Hyogo.
The Hong Kong office is the prefecture’s fi fth outside Japan, following the opening of representative offices in the
US, Australia, France and Brazil. Hyogo Prefectural government chose Hong Kong because it is the gateway city to
Asia and has good access to Guangdong and Hainan Provinces, both of which have alliances with Hyogo Prefecture.
Prefectural Government Office
www.hyogobtc.com.hk
Izumi Arakashi Co Ltd is the Hong Kong branch office of Izumi Planning Co Ltd. Headquartered in Osaka, Izumi
Planning is a Japanese manufacturer and wholesaler of corporate gifts and premium with more than 46 years’
history. Besides Hong Kong, Izumi Planning operates its own factory in Suzhou of Mainland China. The company
services a wide range of customers in Japan, particularly from pharmaceutical, telecommunications, cosmetics,
automotive, and food and beverage industries, offering a wide range of novelty solutions including stationeries,
fashion accessories, electronics and household items.
Izumi Arakashi acts as a buying office for the head office in Japan and mainly carries out sourcing and inspection
duties. Moreover, the company aims to extend its quality services to overseas customers especially in Europe and
North America. With the strength of premium design, sourcing and quality control, Izumi Arakashi shall offer one-stop
promotional solutions to worldwide customers from Hong Kong.
Corporate Gifts Manufacturing and Wholesale
www.izumik.co.jp
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KI Hong Kong Ltd was established in 2012 as an affi liate company of Kawamura International – known for its
translations with scientifically controlled quality – to support business operations in the Asian region.
With the translation of Asian languages as its pillar, KI Hong Kong provides a wide range of consulting services
for any languages through its Professional Language Service. Providing a link from Asia to the world, and from the
world to Asia, KI Hong Kong supports every client’s business.
Translation Services
www.ki-hk.asia
Nagahori (HK) Co Ltd was established in Hong Kong in 2012 as a wholly-owned subsidiary company for east
Asian marketing operations of its parent company, Nagahori Corporation. Established in 1962, Nagahori has since
developed from pearl trading into one of the top jewellery manufacturing and trading companies in Japan, offering
a full range of jewellery items from fashion accessories to high-end labels. With a worldwide material procurement
network built up over 50 years and premium quality products developed by in-house design and craftsmanship,
Nagahori Corporation is also a listed company on the second section of Tokyo Stock Exchange. Through its
subsidiary, the company is engaged in the operation of brand shops in department stores in Japan.
In order to serve more closely its Asian customers and seek the next growth opportunities, Nagahori set up a new
company in Hong Kong. This Hong Kong company will act as the regional marketing and R&D centre and grow its
business in east Asian markets. Besides the Hong Kong office, Nagahori Corporation operates overseas offices in
Milan, Antwerp and Mumbai.
Jewellery Manufacturing and Trading
www.nagahori.co.jp
Sakai Trading (Shanghai) Co Ltd is a chemical trading company set up in Shanghai in 2002 by Sakai Trading Co
Ltd, a listed company in Japan. It set up business in Hong Kong in October 2012 to trade adhesives for optical pickup
for the manufacturing of laser heads in DVD sets and cellphone cameras. Its electronics team supplies a wide range
of products and parts to many leading electronic manufacturers in Japan and Korea.
Its Mainland head office focuses on the trading of mineral ores and chemical products, exporting barite, tungsten
and molybdenum from Mainland China and importing celestite and ilmenite. Chemical exports include barium
chloride, barium nitrate, pyrrole, sodium alginate, carrageenan, 5-sulfosalicylic acid and acetylene black. Titanium
dioxide produced by Sakai Chemical Industry Co Ltd in Japan is also traded. With industrial interests in denitrification
and desulfurisation, the company has expertise in the whole catalyst production chain in China and works closely
with local manufacturers and a number of world-leading companies.
Trading of Chemical Products
www.sakaitrading.co.jp
The Tolman Collection has long been known as the leading publisher of contemporary Japanese prints. Starting
in the early 70s in Tokyo, the company soon expanded to other venues on an experimental basis and over the years
concentrated on operations in New York, Singapore, and its headquarters in Tokyo.
After a five-year stint in Shanghai that left much to be desired, a decision was made to close operations there and in
Singapore and emphasise Hong Kong’s growing attraction as the art centre of Asia. A two-year trial as private dealer
has now developed to the point of a new gallery in the heart of Hong Kong’s gallery scene where Hollywood Road
meets Wyndham Street. A new publicity campaign is underway, and with the previous two years as a guideline,
business in Hong Kong looks bright. Unlike the Tokyo operation which deals with Japanese artists only, the Hong
Kong Collection includes artists from Mainland China and the rest of Asia. Nevertheless, the main raison d’etre of the
collections – Japanese prints – have not been neglected either, and a large selection from Tokyo can also be found.
Art Gallery
www.tolmanhongkong.com
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MAINLAND CHINA
Art of Nature Contemporary Gallery was opened on 18 October 2012 by MSC Group from Mainland China and Art of
Nature International Co Ltd. As Hong Kong is an international trading platform in Asia and an east-meets-west cultural
hub, the company wishes to create a convergence point for accomplished artists, collectors and art enthusiasts from
Mainland China and overseas and to promote artistic and cultural exchange among them in Hong Kong, which is also the
third largest art market in the world. The gallery hopes to use Hong Kong as an ideal platform to enhance its international
exposure and promote its philosophy of enriching human lives with art.
About HK$5 million has been invested in its Hong Kong business. The company plans to recruit several professionals
and will consider further expansion in the next three years if it receives sufficient government and industry support. Since
its inception in 2008, Art of Nature International Co Ltd has been highly recommended and appreciated by authorities
and remarkable commentators in the art market such as Fan Di’an, director of the National Art Museum of China, Zhang
Xinjian, deputy director of the cultural market department of the Ministry of Culture, and Prof Peng Feng, curator of the
Chinese pavilion at the 54th Venice Biennale.
Art Gallery
www.msctq.com
Baiyaxuan Art (HK) Ltd is an enterprise invested by Beijing Baiyaxuan Art Development Ltd in Hong Kong.
Located at Art One Fine Art Destination, Convention Plaza, Wanchai, it has three exhibition zones covering a total
area of 3,500 square feet.
Hong Kong is an international fi nancial centre and a major centre of global art trade, with a well-developed art
market. Baiyaxuan Art (HK) Ltd was established by Baiyaxuan Arts and Culture Institute in 2012 as part of its
business expansion in Hong Kong and Macao. Adhering to the development strategy of Baiyaxuan Arts and Culture
Institute, the company aims at promoting works of artists with top-notch talent and potential, establishing a worldclass platform for the convergence of artistic resources and creations as well as serving the marketing needs of
clients and artistic partners. Baiyaxuan Gallery is sophisticated, professional and international. It serves artists and
customers through exhibition, publicity, publishing, academic exchange, trade, collection, investment and copyright
development.
Artwork and Cultural Products
www.baiyaxuan.com
CHINA STAPLE COMMODITIES ACADEME
Sublime China Information (SCI) is the largest commodity market research provider in Mainland China, established
for nearly 10 years. SCI mainly provides consultancy research report services on staple commodities including
petrochemicals, recycled resources, agricultural and building materials as well as market research and industrial data
analysis. As a third-party research agency, SCI is the market leader, providing quality, unique, accurate and in-depth
analysis, as well as high-end consulting services to its clients with impartiality and expertise. That’s why SCI set up
China Staple Commodities Academe Ltd (CSCA) for sales expansion in Hong Kong.
Market Research
www.csca.info
LiveItChina.com – Find Your Language Partner! is a cutting edge social media platform that connects language
learners with great local language schools, tutors, and exchange partners. The platform – a cross between LinkedIn
and Trip Advisor, but for language learners – highlights the best channels for learning a language in the region.
LiveItChina.com is free and lets users share their unbiased learning experience. Users can compare and book
courses at their preferred language schools, review local teachers and find ideal language exchange partners etc.
For corporate clients, Live It China Ltd provides customised language and cultural learning solutions. The workshops
and training are aimed to improve the motivation, teamwork and productiveness of international staff coming to
Hong Kong and Mainland China. Hong Kong is an ideal location for this platform because of its cultural diversity and
links to China. Hong Kong’s free press and high connectivity set the pace for a growing ICT sector. The company is
confident that it can make learning a new language as simple and fun as learning a new sport. The aim is to create
a free and open social community that will innovate language learning. Anyone who wants to find a good school,
tutor or language exchange partner can go to the site and join for free.
Social Media
www.liveItChina.com
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RUSSIA
Opened in October 2013, AP Contemporary is an art gallery which focuses on providing a platform for emerging
and established contemporary artists and talents from around the world to show their work in the centre point
of Asia – where some of them have never exhibited. Before its inauguration, the gallery participated in various
international art fairs including Art Asia Miami and Art Tokyo in the last three years and cooperated with galleries
to showcase its collections. After a few years’ observation, it decided to set up in Hong Kong, which is considered
to be the entrance to the hottest and largest art market nowadays – Mainland China. Its target investment in this
business is US$3-4 million.
The gallery will also focus on contemporary ar t from Europe to Hong Kong whilst also promoting Asian
contemporary art. It will act as a platform for eastern and western artists to exchange cultural and art ideas via
exhibition projects, in which the works of art have good academic values as well as high potential and freshness for
art collecting. Art consultancy services will also be available to its clients.
Art Gallery
www.apcontemporary.com
SWITZERLAND
Established in 1973, Veco Group is an international trust and fiduciary services group, specialising in the creation and
management of international trusts, foundations and companies, cross-border tax planning, wealth structuring and
family office management. Veco Hong Kong is a strategic part of the Group’s commitment to bring unrivalled levels
of the Swiss traditions of reliability, customisation and performance to Asia-based private and corporate clients
seeking discreet and independent advice.
By setting up its first Asian office in Hong Kong, Veco (Hong Kong) Ltd demonstrates its confidence in the city’s
sound economy, superior financial market infrastructure, robust regulatory and rule of law regime which make it an
ideal platform for the company to expand into Asia. Drawing on the resources of its global offices in 10 jurisdictions,
Veco Hong Kong mirrors the service standards and commitment that preserve the Swiss heritage for its Asian
clients.
Trust, Fiduciary and Corporate Services
www.vecogroup.ch
THE NETHERLANDS
Studio Mango Ltd helps customers who are looking for innovation. Through cooperation, research, creative
solutions and affordable engineering, the company strives to develop products which look professional and are
useful to consumers.
As a result of an increasing number of clients from the Netherlands office who wanted to get components or
products made in Mainland China and Asia, setting up a local presence will make business easier. Asia is a good
market for assisting Chinese OEM companies to become OBM companies, something Studio Mango is specialised
in. Its Hong Kong operation is mainly responsible for participating in exhibitions with its own booth. Such exhibitions
include Shunde Expo, Canton Fair, Business of Design Week etc. The company started in 2012 with two full-time
staff and two interns. Its goal is to steadily grow into a well-known design office with its own range of clients.
Industrial Design Engineering
www.studiomango.nl
SSL, SEO, CMS, SEM?! Confused? Want to focus on sales instead of online marketing technology? Weblaa Ltd
started for a simple reason – to offer web and social network solutions without the fl uffy words. The company
provides clients with practical and relevant business advice about the digital industry based on its real-life
experiences.
The business focuses on startups and medium-sized businesses in Hong Kong and beyond. Founded in 2012 by two
European entrepreneurs, Weblaa develops innovative and creative online solutions that maximise marketing reach
by combining design, search engine optimisation (SEO), analytics, and social marketing. Their business is currently
looking for PHP/Linux programmers and digital marketers.
Digital Marketing
www.weblaa.com
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UK
Blokmedia was established in the UK in 2006 by a team of highly experienced ex-BBC journalists and production
staff. The company is now expanding into Asia and opened a regional office in Hong Kong in 2012. It aims to
service local clients’ needs more efficiently and further develop its language portfolio by recruiting more local talent.
Blokmedia offers voiceover, translation and media production services in over 50 languages. The company employs
qualified native speakers and creates close client relationships. Whether customers need to have a short technical
document or website translated, video dubbed into numerous languages, or a documentary produced from start to
finish, Blokmedia will be able to help.
Voiceover, Translation and Media Production Services
www.blokmedia.com
Gama Group is a global aerospace services organisation with over 30 operating bases throughout Europe, North
America, the Middle East and Asia. Formed in the UK 30 years ago, the company provides a complete business
aviation service for its fleet of more than 80 business jet aircraft, representing every major business aircraft
manufacturer in the world.
Gama’s business has expanded by logical and sustained growth targeted at key markets around the world. In May
2012, it opened its new regional headquarters in Central, Hong Kong. The company prides itself on the diversity
of the business aviation services on offer and the ability to deliver outstanding service combined with the highest
levels of safety and security. Its services include aircraft management, charter, maintenance, fi xed based operation
(FBO) services, flight operations, aircraft sales, interior design and installation, aircraft valeting, aviation software and
consultancy.
Aviation
www.gamagroup.com
RPC (Reynolds Porter Chamberlain LLP) is a modern, progressive and commercially-oriented UK-based legal services
business. From its offices in the UK, Singapore and Hong Kong (in association with Smyth & Co), the company
provides legal advice to both UK and international clients with a special focus on Europe and Asia. Its Hong Kong
branch, RPC in association with Smyth & Co, was opened in August 2012.
Its law practice spans a wide range of industry sectors and is broadly split into two areas: insurance and corporates.
Working on both contentious and non-contentious matters, its clients range from large multinationals to growing
UK corporate firms and other professional practices, and include many household names.
Law Practice
www.rpc.co.uk
US
Advanced Superabrasives International Ltd will open in March 2013. The company was founded as a regional
sales and light manufacturing office of superabrasive products. It will employ 12 people in the beginning and plans
to expand to include a service and sales engineer centre for Asia. Currently there are no other offices related to this
business in Hong Kong and expansion may include Japan and Mainland China. Hong Kong was chosen because of
its rule of law, the ease of starting a business and the technical competence of the people.
Manufacture of Superabrasive Products
www.interasi.com
La Colombe Torrefaction was founded in early 1994 by Todd Carmichael and Jean Philippe Iberti in Philadelphia,
PA, US. The two continue to champion coffee as part of the culinary experience with their trademark unapologetic
devotion to the kitchen and not trends. With the huge desire and interest for high-grade, heirloom, ecologically
sound and directly sourced coffee grown throughout the world, La Colombe’s philosophy of coffee drinking and
culture is making its way to Asia.
La Colombe Wholesale Ltd Hong Kong launched in mid-2012, after opening three namesake cafes in Seoul,
South Korea. Hong Kong’s growing appreciation for quality coffee, with an infl ux of niche coffee shops opening
around the city, is an indicator that consumers are making a noticeable switch from traditional tea drinking to quality
coffee.
Coffee Wholesale
www.lacolombe.com
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