(Hong Kong, 1 September 2011) - World-leading container manufacturer and logistics services provider Singamas Container Holdings Limited ("Singamas" / the "Company") (stock code: 716) today announced that the Company has been selected as a constituent of the following indexes, effective on 5 September 2011:
Hang Seng Composite Index ("HSCI") Series:
Hang Seng Composite Index
Hang Seng Composite Industry Index - Industrial Goods
Hang Seng SmallCap Index
HSCI is one of the benchmark indexes in the Hang Seng Family of Indexes and it includes sub-indexes namely the Hang Seng Composite Industry Indexes and the Hang Seng Composite Size Indexes. HSCI covers more than 90% of the total market value. The inclusion reflects the strong recognition of the Company from the investment community. Changes to the Hang Seng Family of Indexes may lead to the adjustment or rebalance of portfolios of institutional investors.
Commenting on the inclusion to the indexes, Mr. Chang Yun Chung, Chairman of Singamas, said, "We are honoured that Singamas to be included as one of the constituent stocks of Hang Seng Composite Index. We believe the inclusion will further enhance our reputation and position within the international capital market."