MESSAGE FROM CHIEF EXECUTIVE This is an important year for everyone at Swire Properties as we th celebrate our 50 Anniversary. It is a milestone that allows us to acknowledge our achievements over five decades. We are proud of what we have achieved; the places we’ve transformed and the vibrant communities we’ve helped to build in Hong Kong, the Chinese Mainland, Miami and South-east Asia. We are looking to the future with confidence and we will continue to maintain our leadership in sustainable development. But what defines us and truly sets us apart is our commitment to originality. It captures our creative and innovative spirit; inspiring ideas that will drive future achievements. Originality has helped us set new industry standards in all we do; from how we manage our office, retail, residential and hotel properties to how we create exceptional places where people can live happier and healthier lives. This eBook illustrates why we have chosen “ORIGINAL. ALWAYS.” th as the theme for our 50 Anniversary. I hope you enjoy reading it. Tim Blackburn Chief Executive Swire Properties PAGE 4 SWIRE PROPERTIES