HKFC Rugby is a section of the Hong Kong Football Club. Our name reflects our origins and distinguished history as a club for playing Rugby and Association Football. One of the finest sporting clubs in Asia, Hong Kong Football Club boasts superb facilities across a broad spectrum of competitive and recreational sports. One of the largest and most successful clubs in local sports competition, the Club also hosts top international sports events and touring sides. As one of the foremost private members' clubs in Hong Kong, Hong Kong Football Club provides leisure, entertainment and a wide variety of Food and Beverage services that enhance the lifestyle of every member of the family. Hong Kong Football Club, not only as a world-class venue for sport, but also as a place to relax, meet friends and, above all, have fun. The rugby club fields seven men's teams and two ladies' teams in the Hong Kong Leagues. The Club has a proud tradition of touring and takes the spirit of rugby across Asia and the world.

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2019 Gold Sponsors
Natixis is the international corporate, investment, insurance and financial services arm of Groupe BPCE, the 2nd-largest banking group in France with 31.2 million clients spread over two retail banking networks, Banque Populaire and Caisse d’Epargne. With more than 16,000 employees, Natixis has a number of areas of expertise that are organized into three main business lines: Corporate & Investment Banking, Investment Solutions & Insurance, and Specialized Financial Services. A global player, Natixis has its own client base of companies, financial institutions and institutional investors as well as the client base of individuals, professionals and small and medium-size businesses of Groupe BPCE’s banking networks.
Figures as at December 31, 2016
2019 Silver Sponsors
AIA, largest pan-Asia life insurance group, 18 markets across Asia-Pacific, second largest life insurer in the world, market capitalisation of US$100 billion. Pre-eminent life insurer, leading health insurance and group life & health insurance provider across Asia Pacific with more than 30 million holders of individual policies and 16 million members of group schemes of 120,000 corporate clients. We help our customers, providing them with financial protection in times of need. Leading the evolution to being an integrated life, health and wellbeing partner committed to playing a leadership role in making a real positive difference in lives of people and communities across Asia Pacific by helping our customers live healthier, longer, better lives. AIA — your partner in helping you live healthier for longer!
Allied World Assurance Company Holdings, GmbH, through its subsidiaries, is a global provider of insurance and reinsurance solutions. We operate under the brand Allied World and have supported clients, cedents and trading partners with thoughtful service and meaningful coverages since 2001. We are a subsidiary of Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited, and we benefit from a worldwide network of affiliated entities that allow us to think and respond in non-traditional ways. Our capital base is strong, our solutions anticipate rather than react to changing trends, and our teams are focused on establishing long-term relationships that are mutually beneficial. Learn more about how we can help you manage your risk.
DHL is present in over 220 countries and territories across the globe, making it the most international company in the world. With a workforce exceeding 315,000 employees, we provide solutions for an almost infinite number of logistics needs. DHL is part of the world's leading postal and logistics Group, Deutsche Post DHL and encompasses three divisions: DHL Express, DHL Global Forwarding, Freight and DHL Supply Chain.
QNET is one of Asia’s leading direct selling companies, offering meaningful products in diverse markets. We provide borderless opportunities through our eCommerce platform to everyday people in more than 100 countries. QNET’s grass-roots business model enables ordinary people from all walks of life to start their own business with minimal overhead. With hard work and dedication, QNET distributors, known as Independent Representatives (IRs) have the opportunity to become economically self-sufficient, raising the standard of life for their families and communities.
Taikoo Place is recognised as one of Hong Kong’s best-planned business hubs, managed by Swire Properties. The portfolio now offers some 6 million sq ft of prime commercial space for local and multinational corporations. A wide range of cosmopolitan business and leisure amenities are situated within the area, including the private members’ club Butterfield’s, TAIKOO PLACE APARTMENTS, ArtisTree - a 20,000 sq ft multi-purpose venue, the landscaped garden Via Fiori, and restaurants and cafes. Also located in Taikoo Place is blueprint, launched by Swire Properties, which comprises an equity-free accelerator programme and a co-working space spanning a total area of 20,000 sq ft. This is Hong Kong’s first startup initiative organised by a commercial developer. Within five-minute walking distance is the shopping mall Cityplaza and the lifestyle business hotel EAST, Hong Kong.
2019 Bronze Sponsors
CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBG), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Los Angeles, is the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (in terms of 2015 revenue). The Company has more than 70,000 employees (excluding affiliates), and serves real estate owners, investors and occupiers through more than 400 offices (excluding affiliates) worldwide. CBRE offers strategic advice and execution for property sales and leasing; corporate services; property, facilities and project management; mortgage banking; appraisal and valuation; development services; investment management; and research and consulting
Latham & Watkins LLP is a leading global law firm dedicated to working with clients to help them achieve their business goals and overcome legal challenges anywhere in the world. The firm has earned considerable market recognition based on a record number of landmark matters and a unified culture of innovation and collaboration. From a global platform of offices covering the world's major financial, business and regulatory centers, the firm's lawyers help clients succeed.
We are an international insurance company which looks after the commercial insurance needs of major businesses, SMEs, professionals and sole traders. We underwrite risks in our syndicates at Lloyd’s, in the London insurance company market and through our Brazilian reinsurance company. Abbey Protection Group provides legal and professional fees insurance cover as well as legal, tax and human resources consultancy.
2019 Official Sponsors
Set on Hung Hom Bay, Kerry Hotel Hong Kong brings a dynamic approach to hospitality to the shores of Victoria Harbour. The first new build hotel to open on the Kowloon waterfront in over two decades, Kerry Hotel, Hong Kong is the city’s first urban resort for visitors and local residents, offering trend-setting food and beverage concepts, leisure activities, business and meeting services, as well as extensive sports and wellness programs. The 16-storey hotel was conceived by renowned interior designer Andre Fu and award winning architect Rocco Design. The design takes full advantage of its waterfront setting with a multi-level podium space with extensive elevated outdoor landscaped gardens that connect seamlessly to the hotel’s public leisure areas. The five-star urban resort is a vibrant hub for travellers and local residents that seamlessly integrates with the neighbourhood and local culture.
Sino Group is one of the leading property developers in Hong Kong. It comprises three listed companies – Sino Land Company Limited (HSI: 083), Tsim Sha Tsui Properties Limited (HKSE: 0247) and Sino Hotels (Holdings) Limited (HKSE: 1221) as well as privately held companies. The Group’s core business is developing residential, office, industrial and retail properties for sale and investment. Our core business is complemented by a full range of property services encompassing management, security and environmental services to ensure a seamless Sino Experience. We are also a key player in hotel and club management. In addition to an extensive portfolio in Hong Kong, the Group has footprints in Mainland China, Singapore and Australia. The Group has developed more than 220 projects, spanning a total plot ratio area of over 84.6 million sq ft. The Group employs more than 10,000 committed staff members, who share the mission of building better lifescapes together.
FE is a leading international provider of data and technology to the asset management and wealth management industries, with clients ranging from the world’s largest asset managers and banks to financial advisers and distributors. FE connects these groups to enable better informed investment decision making, providing data, documents, tools, research, ratings and model portfolios. In November 2018, FE joined forces with two fund data businesses based in Europe: fundinfo (Switzerland) and F2C (Luxembourg). This combination harnesses the complementary capabilities, reach and resource of each firm, increasing the breadth and depth of the client offering and positioning the firm for rapid international growth. FE employs c.600 people across UK, Switzerland, Luxembourg, India, Australia and other European and Asian centres.
Fundamental Media provides specialist media intelligence, strategy and solutions exclusively for the fund management industry and is one of the largest buyers of fund management advertising globally.
Since the company was founded in 2004 it has grown substantially. With offices in Hong Kong, Sydney, London and Boston we are able to offer our clients the local as well as global fund management specialist knowledge and perspective they require.
Our bespoke systems are ever evolving as we continue to optimise our data-centred and audience focused solutions giving our clients the tools they need to effectively reach their target audiences and generate higher ROI.
2019 Official Beer
Grolsch is one of the world’s oldest beer brands, with a heritage dating back to 1615. We’ve built our heritage from the habit of doing things differently. Grolsch’ taste and aroma was born out of unconventional thinking. Four centuries ago, brew master Peter Kuijper decided to use two different types of hops, an approach unheard of at the time. In the late 19th century, Theo de Groen believed his beer was special and needed a special bottle: The Swingtop was born in 1897. At Grolsch we’ve always followed our own path. That journey has taken us around the globe. Today you can enjoy Grolsch in over 60 countries.
2019 Official Apparel
Samurai Sportswear was born in 1996 from a passion for great sports kits. We believe that teamwear is not just a uniform, it’s a performance advantage. If you look and feel great, you perform great. The Samurai story is one of innovation, excellence and a quest for outstanding design. Our ethos today is the same as it always has been: Your Sport, Your Garment, Your Colour, Your Fabric, Your Choice. We are an international sportswear manufacturer supplying high performance custom made teamwear to prestigious national and international teams, clubs, universities and schools in their team colours.
2019 Official Charity
Our mission is to ensure that no one faces cancer alone. Hong Kong Cancer Fund is the city’s largest cancer support organisation, providing free information and professional support to anyone living with or affected by cancer. Established in 1987, our vision is to improve the quality of cancer support in Hong Kong and ensure that no one faces cancer alone. We began by offering free information and support, these activities have slowly expanded over time to address all aspects of care through our support centres in the community and hospital network. Our work now encompasses psychosocial services, public education, cancer research, home care, peer support, complementary therapies, funding of hospital equipment and much more. These services all help to address the gaps in cancer care and improve the lives of people touched by the condition. To facilitate our work we have a network that comprises of five CancerLink support centres and Cancer Patient Resource Centres (CPRs) at seven major public hospitals.
2019 Tournament Partner
The FWD South China Tigers are the Greater Bay Area’s first professional rugby club, based here in Hong Kong. The Tigers have been created to take part in the inaugural Showcase Series of the new regional rugby competition focused on the Asia Pacific, Global Rapid Rugby. The squad has now been formed, featuring players from the Hong Kong National Team, top Hong Kong domestic premiership players, plus four international marquee signings; UK Premiership’s top all-time try scorer Tom Varndell, Rio Olympic Gold Medallist and former World Rugby Sevens Player of the Year Samisoni Viriviri, and former China National VII’s & XV’s players Ma Chong and Liu Jun-kui. James Cunningham and Liam Slatem will be taking up the co-captaincy, and Craig Hammond has been appointed Head Coach, with Andrew Hall as Team Manager.
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TCOB Media is a full creative agency providing a broad spectrum of services, including in-house design, advertising and event management. Offering creative inspirations across all media disciplines, TCOB Media provides innovative, unique and original ideas to a variety of clients. Our in-house team works closely with our client’s individual and specific needs, devising unique and tailored advertising and marketing strategies. Our philosophy is simple. Dare to be different, command people's attention and innovate, never replicate.