Hullett House to be relaunched and renamed ‘House 1881’

HONG KONG, CHINA- Media OutReach - 31January 2019 - FWD Group ("FWD") announced today it has leasedthe historic hotel located in 1881 Heritage, the former Marine PoliceHeadquarters in Tsim Sha Tsui which has been transformed into a cultural andshopping destination. Previously known as Hullett House, the heritage buildinghas been renamed 'House 1881' to reflect the new management's desiredpositioning of this prestige location.

FWD Group announced today it has leased the historic hotel located in1881 Heritage, the former Marine Police Headquarters in Tsim Sha Tsui which hasbeen transformed into a cultural and shopping destination. Previously known asHullett House, the heritage building has been renamed 'House 1881' to reflectthe new management's desired positioning of this prestige location.

House 1881 comprises a boutique hotel and five distinct dining concepts.In the coming months, House 1881 will undergo a complete revitalisation inphases, including a revamp of the restaurants and a renovation of the guestsuites.

House 1881 comprises a boutique hotel and five distinct diningconcepts. In the coming months, House 1881 will undergo a completerevitalisation in phases, including a revamp of the restaurants and arenovation of the guest suites. The refurbishment is scheduled for completionin April and FWD will host a celebratory event in May to mark the historicsite's new direction.  

Since launching in 2013, FWD has distinguished itself as a brand by providingfresh customer experiences and connecting to the community in meaningful ways.From its inception, FWD has supported and sponsored a diverse range of dynamicevents, including Clockenflap, the North Pole Marathon and the FIA Formula E inHong Kong. 

A New Name, A New Direction

Tim Oliver, FWD Group Chief Customer & MarketingOfficer, said, "FWD prides itself on creating experiences that bring our'Celebrate Living' brand promise to life. In acquiring the lease for House1881, we have a unique opportunity to preserve an important landmark and engagewith the community. We're planning to host regular activities that take fulladvantage of the property's historic courtyard and surrounding gardens andshowcase its enduring legacy and charm to both locals and overseas visitorsalike."

History in the Making

Built in 1884, the former Marine Police Headquarters occupies aprime location in Canton Road, surrounded by high-end malls, luxury boutiquesand museums. As one of only 120 Declared Monuments of Hong Kong, the sitereceives the highest level of heritage protection.

"We're acutely aware of the exciting privilege we have to raiseawareness of this historic destination and preserve it for the enjoyment of futuregenerations," Tim added. "From day one, FWD has strived to create unique,immersive and engaging experiences with our customers and the broadercommunity. Our decision to take up this lease exemplifies our vision to becomea leading pan-Asian insurer that changes the way people feel about insurance."

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About FWD Group

FWD Group spans Hong Kong & Macau, Thailand, Indonesia, the Philippines,Singapore, Vietnam, and Japan, offering life and medical insurance, generalinsurance and employee benefits across a number of its markets. 

FWD is focused on creating fresh customer experiences, witheasy-to-understand products, supported by digital technology. Through thiscustomer-led approach, FWD aims to become a leading pan-Asian insurer thatchanges the way people feel about insurance.

Established in Asia in 2013, FWD is the insurance business ofinvestment group, Pacific Century Group.

For more information please visit WWW.FWD.COM