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For immediate release30 Aug 2000

Orange joins hands with FoodEx to provide
exclusive food ordering and catering services for Orangeworld users

Orange users are now able to enjoy the convenience of an online food catering service via their WAP phones. Exclusive to Orangeworld wirefree internet service, mobile users can access FoodEx (www.foodex.com.hk) for comprehensive food ordering and catering services, offered by 250 restaurants in Hong Kong. Users can also register as members of the "FoodEx Club" for a multitude of discounted privileges and gifts.

250 restaurants for around-the-world cuisine

From now on, Orangeworld users can access the food ordering, delivery, pick-up and catering services from FoodEx anywhere, anytime. Besides, Orangeworld users can search for their favourite eateries and cuisine via their WAP phones, from a list of restaurants and outlets based on their desired locations and food varieties, or from the special recommendation list. Users can also bookmark their favourite restaurants for easy access. All transactions can be made upon food delivery.

Teaming up with 250 restaurants and outlets across the territory, FoodEx provides online ordering of over 1,000 choices of world's delicacies. These include Chinese, Western, Japanese and international cuisine, a wide range of fast food items, fresh juices, desserts and wine.

Extra bonus for Orangeworld users

Orangeworld users will automatically become members of the FoodEx Club upon any food purchase on FoodEx WAP site. The membership is free, and every dollar they spent will be translated to one bonus point for redeemable gifts. Orangeworld users can also register as premium members for special discounts and every purchase of one dollar will be translated into 1.5 bonus points. The membership is free for the first two months and costs HK$5 in the subsequent months.

Please visit "Lifestyle" section under Orangeworld wirefree internet service, or FoodEx's website at www.foodex.com.hk for more details.

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