Hong Kong SFC & Hong Kong Exchange (HKEX) Launch Dedicated Technology Enterprises Channel (TECH) to Support IPO Listing for Specialist Technology Companies & Biotech Companies Including Confidential Filing Option
7th May 2025 | Hong Kong
The Hong Kong Securities & Futures Commission (SFC) & Hong Kong Exchange (HKEX) have announced the launch of a dedicated Technology Enterprises Channel (TECH) to support IPO listing for Specialist Technology Companies & Biotech Companies including a confidential filing option. Announcement (6/5/25): “The Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) and The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (the Exchange), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX), are pleased to jointly announce today the launch of a dedicated Technology Enterprises Channel (TECH) to further facilitate New Listing applications from prospective Specialist Technology Companies and Biotech Companies (Note 1), as well as a new confidential filing option for these companies. In addition, the Exchange has updated the Guide for New Listing Applicants (the Guide) that these companies are presumed to have satisfied the Innovative Company Requirements (Note 2) and the external validation requirement (Note 3) for listing with a weighted voting right (WVR) structure under Main Board Chapter 8A.” More info below:
“ Hong Kong SFC & Hong Kong Exchange (HKEX) Launch Dedicated Technology Enterprises Channel (TECH) to Support IPO Listing for Specialist Technology Companies & Biotech Companies Including Confidential Filing Option “
The SFC’s Executive Director of Corporate Finance, Michael Duignan: “The SFC supports the establishment of TECH and the new confidential filing option for Specialist Technology Companies and Biotech Companies to strengthen Hong Kong’s position as a premier listing platform for emerging and innovative companies. This is another example showcasing the SFC’s commitment to facilitating the development of a vibrant, diverse and high-quality listing market whilst ensuring the listing regime is adaptive to the changing dynamics in the global market and sufficiently robust to protect investors.”
HKEX’s Head of Listing, Katherine Ng: “HKEX is committed to attracting high-quality companies from around the world to its markets by supporting our prospective issuers on their listing journey. We are therefore delighted to be launching TECH, which will provide early and tailored guidance for Specialist Technology Companies and Biotech Companies, helping them address key matters at a preparatory stage, and navigate regulatory requirements with greater clarity and confidence, thereby facilitating a more efficient pathway to successful listing in Hong Kong. This initiative highlights our commitment to fostering transparency and supporting these innovative sectors in achieving their strategic goals. The focus on these innovative sectors underscores our ongoing mission to drive technological advancements and elevate the market’s competitiveness, resilience, and vibrancy.”
Hong Kong SFC & Hong Kong Exchange (HKEX) Launch Dedicated Technology Enterprises Channel (TECH) to Support IPO Listing for Specialist Technology Companies & Biotech Companies Including Confidential Filing Option
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