FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Press Release 2017 Hong Kong Wine Registration Scheme and Wine Storage Management Systems Certification Scheme Presentation Ceremony Successfully Held (10 November 2017, Hong Kong) Hong Kong Quality Assurance Agency (HKQAA) today held the 2017 Hong Kong Wine Registration Scheme and Wine Storage Management Systems Certification Scheme Presentation Ceremony at the Hong Kong International Wine & Spirits Fair. Mr Gary Poon, Deputy Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development (Commerce & Industry), the Government of Hong Kong SAR, was the officiating guest. Systematic Storage Management Framework to Protect Wine Quality The zero-tax environment and well-developed transportation facilities have made Hong Kong one of the most cost-effective and convenient wine hubs in the Asia Pacific region. The development of the wine sector brings more options to the market, and wine lovers become savvier about what they spend their money on. Apart from brand and vintage, they will look into the source, storage and transportation conditions. There is no doubt that third party recognition plays a substantial role in giving consumers, collectors and traders confidence in Hong Kong s wine-related business, said Dr Michael Lam, Chief Executive Officer of HKQAA. In response to market needs, HKQAA has launched the Wine Storage Management Systems Certification Scheme in 2009 to promote the protection of wine quality and its value with the aid of a systematic storage management framework. It encourages organisations to take effective measures and reduce risks that might lead to wine deterioration. Enhance Reputation by Providing Wines with Identifiable Source Apart from wine storage and transportation conditions, consumers and traders are more prudent in choosing the right wine with the right background. HKQAA further launched the Hong Kong Wine Registration Scheme. It helps companies enhance brand image and reputation by demonstrating their commitment to providing wines with identifiable source. Consumers can scan a unique QR code on wine bottles with their smartphone to verify the wine online. In today s ceremony, HKQAA is pleased to recognize the sustained commitment of the participating companies under the Wine Storage Management Systems Certification Scheme and the Hong Kong Wine Registration Scheme. (See Appendix for details) Ir Prof Peter K W Mok, Honorary Chairman of HKQAA said, With the joint effort of HKQAA and wine industry members, we will benefit wine consumers and collectors, and Hong Kong s dynamic wine scene will thrive in the future. Page 1 of 5
Photo captions: Mr Gary Poon, Deputy Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development (Commerce & Industry), the Government of the HKSAR (Left 5, front row), HKQAA Governing Council members, Technical Committee members, supporting and endorsing organisations, as well as the participating companies of the Schemes. Mr Gary Poon, Deputy Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development (Commerce & Industry) (right), presented the certificate of the Wine Storage Management Systems Certification Scheme to the certified company. Ir Prof Peter K W Mok, Honorary Chairman of HKQAA (right) recognised the participating company of the Wine Storage Management Systems Certification Scheme and Hong Kong Wine Registration Scheme. Page 2 of 5
Dr Michael Lam, CEO of HKQAA delivered a speech at the event. - End - For enquiries, please contact: Hong Kong Quality Assurance Agency Corporate Communications Unit Mr. Eastro Mak / Ms. Vivian Li Tel: 2202 9569 / 2202 9303 E-mail: eastro.mak@hkqaa.org / vivian.li@hkqaa.org HKQAA Background Hong Kong Quality Assurance Agency (HKQAA) is a non-profit organisation established by Hong Kong Government in 1989. As one of the leading conformity organisations in the Asia-Pacific region, HKQAA is committed to providing certification and assessment services. Through knowledge sharing and technology transfer, HKQAA helps enterprises enhance management performance and competitiveness. Apart from introducing world-class management systems to Hong Kong, HKQAA has also developed a wide range of innovative services to cope with increasingly diversified market demands and the growing need for sustainable development, bringing benefits to the community. Please visit http://www.hkqaa.org for further information. Page 3 of 5
Appendix Wine Storage Management Systems Certification Scheme and Hong Kong Wine Registration Scheme - List of Participating Companies Note for Scheme Type 1 2 3 4 5 WSMS Fine Wine WSMS Commercial Wine 葡萄酒儲存管理體系認證 葡萄酒儲存管理體系認證 ( 高級葡萄酒 ) ( 商品葡萄酒 ) WSMS for Wine Retailers 零售商 葡萄酒儲存管理體系認證 WSMS Transportation Fine Wine 運輸服務供應商 葡萄酒儲存管理體系認證 ( 高級葡萄酒 ) WSMS Transportation Commercial Wine 運輸服務供應商 葡萄酒儲存管理體系認證 ( 商品葡萄酒 ) Company 公司 Wine Storage Management Systems Certification Scheme (As of 10 November 2017) Hong Kong Wine Registration Scheme A Plus Wine Cellar Company - - Yes Abbelio Wines 安貝利爾酒業 - Yes Acker Merrall & Condit (Asia) - 1 - Anrise-IMC 安昇國際商務拓展有限公司 - Yes Australian Wines Wholesale Centre 澳洲酒批發中心 - Yes BWL Wine Logistics - 1,2,4 - CBT Wines Company 香貝田酒業有限公司 - Yes Certiz Premier Products 天傲 ( 名家 ) 有限公司 1 - Chevalier Cold Storage and Logistics 其士冷藏物流有限公司 1 - Ltd. China Merchants Godown, Wharf & Transportation Co., Ltd. 招商局倉碼運輸有限公司 1,2 - CN Logistics 嘉宏物流有限公司 1,2,4,5 - Collezione Wine Cellars 佳釀珍藏 1 - Corney and Barrow - - Yes Crown Wine Cellars - 1 - DCH Logisitics Company 大昌行物流有限公司 2 - Doublé S Wine International 名萄酒窖國際有限公司 - Yes Emtex Industrial Co. Ltd. 安泰實業有限公司 - Yes Estate Sky Investments - 1 - Excelente Wine Company 超然酒業有限公司 - Yes GE (LHIL) Lessee T/A Cordis, 香港康得思酒店 2,3 - Hong Kong GOYA (HK) 戈爾洋行有限公司 - Yes Grand Wine Cellar 豪酒窖 1 Yes Hecny Wine Cellar - 1 - Hip Cellar - 1 - Hong Kong Ningxia Unique & Premium Products Centre Co., 香港寧夏名特優產品中心有限公司 - Yes Hong Kong Wine Vault 美酒窖 1 - JAS Forwarding (HK) Ltd 捷士國際聯運 ( 香港 ) 有限公司 1,2 - Jebsen Logistics 捷成國際物流有限公司 1,2,4,5 - Jiangsu Heyuntong Network Technology Co.,Ltd 江蘇禾運通網絡科技有限公司 - Yes Page 4 of 5
Jones Lang LaSalle Management 仲量聯行物業管理有限公司 - 浪 Services - The Long Beach 澄灣 2 - Jovenstars International Logistics (Hong Kong) 駿星國際物流 ( 香港 ) 有限公司 2 Yes K Cellars (Hong Kong) - 1 - Kerry Logistics (Hong Kong ) 嘉里物流 ( 香港 ) 有限公司 1,4 - Kerry Logistics (Hong Kong) - Kerry Kwai Chung Warehouse - - Yes Kerry Warehouse (Hong Kong) 嘉里貨倉 ( 香港 ) 有限公司 1 - Madison (China) 麥迪森 ( 中國 ) 有限公司 1 - MBL Wine Group 馬伯樂集團酒業有限公司 1 Yes Metropolitan Wine Cellar 城市酒窖有限公司 1 - Modern Wine Cellar 現代酒窖有限公司 - Yes Nanpu Fine Wine & Spirits International 南浦酩酒坊國際有限公司 - Yes Company Nu-Health At Culture Homes 文化堂 ( 科技 ) 有限公司 - Yes Omtis Fine Wines 安天時酒庫 1,2,5 Yes On Excel Fine Wines 優達酒業有限公司 1 - Rastignac (HK) 威利來 ( 香港 ) 有限公司 - Yes Royal Orchid Wine (Hong Kong) 君蘭酒業 ( 香港 ) 有限公司 2 Yes Company Schmidt Marketing (Consumer 興華拓展 ( 消費品 ) 有限公司 - Yes Products) Store Friendly Self Storage Group 儲存易迷你倉集團有限公司 1 - Sun Hing Holdings 新興集團有限公司 1,2 - Sunfun (China) Ltd. 中正商航 ( 中國 ) 有限公司 2,5 Yes Superb Wine Company 酒至尊有限公司 - Yes T-Box Thermal Storage 適恒溫儲存空間有限公司 1 - Toll Global Forwarding (Hong Kong) 拓領環球貨運 ( 香港 ) 有限公司 2 - U-Freight Logistics (HK) 聯邦物流 ( 香港 ) 有限公司 2 - VP Gallery 永柏品酒廊 - Yes W Cellar 尚藤酒業有限公司 1 - Wai Shing Wine International Co. 偉成洋酒國際有限公司 2 Yes Watson s Wine 屈臣氏酒窖 1 Yes Wine High Club - 1 Yes WineWorld 酒世界有限公司 - Yes Wine-World.com Electronic Commerce 紅酒世界電商 ( 香港 ) 有限公司 1 - (HK) Yamato Logistics (HK) 雅瑪多運輸 ( 香港 ) 有限公司 5 - Yuan Fat International 源發國際有限公司 - Yes - 中山火炬開發區萬杯酒行 - Yes - 中山市天傲名家貿易有限公司 - Yes Hong Kong Wine Registration Scheme for Events - List of Events - (As of 10 November 2017) Asia Wine and Spirits Awards by Sommeliers 2017 亞洲酒類大賞冠軍侍酒師評審 Restaurant & Bar Hong Kong House Wine Awards 2017 香港餐飲展駐店酒大獎 2017 Page 5 of 5