We all like to get our news fix from the South China Morning Post to start the day, but few people understand how this well-oiled media giant has been keeping Hong Kong – and the world, for that matter – informed since its first broadsheet rolled off the press on 6 November 1903.  

For a behind-the-scenes glimpse, the Chamber visited the SCMP’s office in Causeway Bay on 6 February. Chief Operating Officer Kevin Huang demonstrated how the publisher is now much more than just a newspaper. Members were shown around the photography studios and video editing hub to learn how technology plays an ever-increasing role in the newspaper’s daily operations and in keeping audiences engaged. These include digital touchpoints and mounted screens in the newsroom, offering real-time analysis of content performance.  

SCMP and HKGCC have enjoyed close collaboration over the decades. The newspaper first mentioned the Chamber on 16 November 1903, merely 10 days after its first print run. SCMP also printed HKGCC’s monthly magazine, The Bulletin, and annual reports for many years.  

After the tour, members networked over drinks at one of the themed social hubs dotted around the office, which was topped off by visit leader and Europe Committee Chairman Alfonso Ballesteros presenting Kevin with a souvenir to thank him for hosting the visit.