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Explore the heroic tale of the groundbreaking optical transatlantic cable installation in 1986 by STC, initiated with a humble research allocation in 1966. Witness how Charles Kao and George Hockham's creative vision paved the way for this remarkable technological evolution. Delve into the inspiring journey of innovation, entrepreneurship, and leadership that led to a monumental success story. Join us as we uncover the brilliant minds behind one of the most significant advancements in telecommunications history.
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‘Heroic’ Origin of Innovation In 1986 STC had a HK$ 3 billion contract to instal the first private optical transatlantic telecommunications cable. This technology was an undoubted success for STC but how did it originate? In 1966, Charles Kao (who later became a president of CUHK) and George Hockham asked the Board of STC for the first HK$ 60,000 research allocation. Clearly, the original idea did not emerge from a formal requirements analysis. It emerged from the creativity and entrepreneurship of two individuals. Charles Kao, Management of Technological Innovation, KV Patri