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Cathay and Rugby For Good launch inaugural "Cathay GET SET MOVE Carnival"

Cathay was pleased to launch the “Cathay Get, Set, Move Carnival”, celebrating the GET SET MOVE programme in partnership with Rugby For Good. Students and their families were invited to join a fun day that included a tournament, coaching sessions and interactive games. The day also witnessed the unveiling of the Cathay GET SET MOVE Mobile Unit, a new fun and engaging feature of the programme that will expand its reach and accessibility. The “Cathay Get, Set, Move Programme” is a partnership with Rugby For Good that harnesses the power of rugby as a dynamic tool to introduce the government’s 4 Rs charter – Rest, Relaxation, Resilience and Relationships. In collaboration with Po Leung Kuk, the programme is delivered to secondary schools across Hong Kong through physical education lessons, promotion days, and rugby competitions and aims to reach over 10,000 students this year. Beyond school-based sessions, the newly launched “Cathay Get, Set, Move Mobile Hub” is an aircraft inspired mobile classroom that will visit over 40 Po Leung Kuk primary and secondary schools this year. This will enable more students and members of the public to experience the “4Rs” firsthand. Speaking at the launch ceremony, Ivan Chan, Cathay General Manager Corporate Affairs, said: “In celebrating 80 years’ anniversary of Cathay, our ambition is to positively impact 80,000 lives, and the ‘Cathay Get, Set, Move Programme’ plays a pivotal role in achieving this vision. Through rugby, we aim to empower young participants to embrace a healthy lifestyle, while fostering perseverance, confidence, and teamwork.” Ben Harris, Chairman of Rugby For Good, said: “This programme is our way of brining the values of sports to life by immersing the students in a fun, hands-on journey. Alongside six weeks of in-school wellbeing-infused rugby sessions, we are kicking things off with today's special carnival. Through the activities and games, and a unique 'flight experience' inside the Mobile Hub, we want to show that looking after your mental fitness can be as easy and enjoyable as playing a game. It's all about learning to recharge, building connections, and finding balance.” Siobhán Haughey, Cathay Brand Ambassador and Olympic medallist, drew on her own experience to encourage the students: “Whether you play rugby or any other sport, challenges are part of the journey. Remember to take care of yourself, cherish those around you, face difficulties with courage, and learn to relax. You have all worked very hard today — carry this passion forward and I’m sure you will fly higher and further in the future!” Cathay partners with Rugby For Good to launch the “Cathay Get, Set, Move Carnival”, promoting physical and mental wellbeing among students. Cathay Brand Ambassador Siobhán Haughey, Chairman of Rugby For Good Ben Harris, Cathay General Manager Corporate Affairs Ivan Chan, Po Leung Kuk Deputy Chief Executive Officer LAU Chi-chung and Hong Kong China Rugby – Men’s XV Player Matt Worley (from right to left) officiated the opening ceremony of the “Cathay GET SET MOVE Carnival” Cathay Brand Ambassador Siobhán Haughey shares her 4Rs wellbeing tips with students. The “Cathay Get, Set, Move Programme” aims to reach over 10,000 students this year. “Cathay Get, Set, Move Mobile Hub” will visit over 40 Po Leung Kuk primary and secondary schools to promote “4Rs”.