HKBN & ICG Target SMBs

HONG KONG -- Hong Kong Broadband Network Ltd ("HKBN"), a wholly owned subsidiary of City Telecom (HK) Limited (HKSE:1137) (Nasdaq:CTEL), together with The I-Consulting Group (ICG), an IT outsourcing and consultancy specialist, today announced the launch of "iCARE" Managed IT, offering big company IT capabilities at small company affordability, starting at US$641.

Traditionally, only large companies can afford dedicated IT professionals to plan, build and manage IT resources that meet the every changing business needs. Essential IT services such as preventative maintenance, offsite storage, automatic software updates, customized network security, disaster recovery etc were priced beyond the means of small-to-medium enterprises. By partnering HKBN's pioneering fibre based broadband network and ICG's "iCARE"managed IT services, an integrated IT solution is now available, starting from US$641. For details on the "iCARE" service option, please kindly refer to the Appendix.

HKBN's Managing Director of Corporate Division, Mr. John Chong, said, "With the introduction of ultra high speed broadband technology, effective IT solutions is no longer a luxury, rather it is critical to corporate success. HKBN is very proud of the strategic partnership with IT consultancy expert ICG, and I am confident that both our award winning quality management standard would make a lasting impact on revolutionizing IT applications by SMEs & MNCs in Hong Kong."

Hong Kong Broadband Network Ltd. (HKBN)