Hong Leong Bank picks startups for pilot projects


HLB’s group managing director and CEO Domenic Fuda (pic) said this year’s launch pad was special, as it was searching for startups who were adopting an agile mindset and thinking ahead of the imminent challenges of a post-pandemic era.

PETALING JAYA: Hong Leong Bank Bhd and Hong Leong Islamic Bank (HLB) have chosen three startups – Food Market Hub, Pay:Watch and ERTH (e-Waste Recycling Through Heroes) to work with on pilot projects.

In a statement, it said these projects will address food security, the gig economy and e-waste management respectively in the next six months.

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