December

Wharf T&T being the first operator to launch the innovative CALL FORWARD ROAMING Service in Hong Kong, providing an economical alternative to mobile roaming.

November

Wharf T&T wins the Chung Hom Kok tender to build a cable landing station in Hong Kong.

September

Wharf T&T and Level 3 conclude a strategic agreement to bring IP Backbone services and low-cost bandwidth to Hong Kong.

July

Wharf T&T and FLAG Telecom reach strategic partnership for a managed bandwidth service.

June

Wharf T&T leads the way into the new economy with WebTone.

March

Wharf T&T completes installation of Nortel Networks' broadband IP/ATM network infrastructure.

February

Wharf T&T launches IPLC (INTERNATIONAL PRIVATE LEASED CIRCUIT), smashing the last traces of the local 'telecom monopoly'.