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Hong Kong, 16 April 2015 - Hutchison Global Communications Limited (HGC), the fixed-line division of Hutchison Telecommunications Hong Kong Holdings Limited (HTHKH; stock code: 215), today announced collaboration with Macroview Telecom Limited (Macroview), a leading IT systems integrator. The result is launch of WiseNET CloudConnect leased-line service, enabling enterprises to connect their data centres to the Microsoft Azure cloud platform in a secure, reliable and cost-effective way to reap the benefits of cloud computing.
Jennifer Tan, HTHKH Chief Operating Officer, said: "In recent years, HGC has been dedicated to developing cloud-based solutions and establishing a telecoms-grade public cloud service. At the same time, we have seen strong demand from corporate customers for connectivity to popular public cloud platforms. We have therefore partnered with Macroview to launch a corporate-grade leased-line cloud service based on our comprehensive network infrastructure. Our role as a cloud network service enabler is demonstrated by connecting customers to the Microsoft Azure cloud platform via WiseNET, a network service of the highest international Ethernet specifications."
P H Tang, Macroview's Chief Technology Officer, said: "Huge demand exists for public cloud, and Macroview's wealth of experience in ICT solutions integration, coupled with HGC's advanced infrastructure, enables us to provide customers with a comprehensive cloud solution. We can deliver the latest hybrid cloud technology to customers via our collaboration to launch the WiseNET CloudConnect leased-line service."
Pre-integration with Microsoft Azure enables connectivity within short time frames
Pre-integration of HGC Metro Ethernet network WiseNET with the Microsoft Azure cloud platform means customers are now able to connect via WiseNET CloudConnect within short time frames and without hefty investment in network integration and purchase of equipment. This enables enterprises to handle ad-hoc transmission tasks and conduct product research and development with ease.
High-speed and low latency ensures secures and reliable transmission
Powered by the MEF CE 2.0-certified Cisco platform, WiseNET network from HGC provides stable and high-speed data transmission with latency of less than one millisecond, and works to a service availability target of 99.98%. Suitable for any industry, WiseNET CloudConnect offers a secure and reliable private leased-line connection to popular public cloud platforms. The Microsoft Azure cloud platform is used extensively by corporations, including more than half the enterprises1 in the Fortune Global 500. Launch of WiseNET CloudConnect service satisfies high-end demands for data transmission.
Combining strengths to launch a one-stop hybrid cloud solution
HGC's collaboration with Macroview brings together the strengths of a telecoms operator
and cloud service providers to create a one-stop corporate-grade hybrid cloud solution.
This offering comprises the Microsoft Azure public cloud platform, private cloud storage from NetApp, Cisco's integrated cloud management solutions, Macroview's one-stop systems integration and cloud management service and the WiseNET CloudConnect leasedline service. Customers can now enjoy the flexibility and cost-effectiveness of public cloud, coupled with secure and reliable connectivity.
For further information on WiseNET CloudConnect and HGC's one-stop hybrid cloud solution, please email bizenquiry@hgc.com.hk or visit http://www.hgcbiz.com/Product/wisenetcloudconnect- en.html.
About Hutchison Global Communications Limited
Hutchison Global Communications Limited (HGC) owns one of the largest fibre-to-thebuilding telecommunications networks in Hong Kong. Since establishment in 1995, it has been fully committed to building its own optical-fibre network infrastructure and introducing advanced facilities. Coupled with its four cross-border routes integrated with all three of mainland China's tier-one telecommunications operators and world-class international network, HGC provides a comprehensive range of fixed-line telecommunications services locally and overseas. HGC is a subsidiary of Hutchison Telecommunications Hong Kong Holdings Limited (HTHKH, Stock Code: 215). HTHKH is a leading integrated telecommunications service operator, offering mobile and fixed-line services to local and international customers.
For more information on HGC, please visit www.hgc.com.hk. For more information on HTHKH, please visit www.hthkh.com.
About Macroview Telecom Limited
Macroview is a professional provider of Internetworking solutions for high-speed IP network infrastructure, private and hybrid cloud solution, data centre, IP telephony and unified communications, business video streaming and broadcast, carrier backbones, network security and network management. We have been operating since 1991 and now have 8 offices and technical support centers in Hong Kong, Guangzhou, Shanghai, Beijing, Dongguan, Shenzhen, Wuhan and Macau.
For more information on Macroview Telecom, please visit www.macroview.com.
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