Event Report: Opening Ceremony of the 36th Sports Day of Formosa Plastics Group
The 36th Sports Day of Formosa Plastics Group (FPG) was grandly held at 8:00 a.m. on November 8 at the track and field stadium of Ming Chi University of Technology. Under bright sunshine and pleasant weather, the ceremony opened in a vibrant and joyful atmosphere. The event was personally presided over by President Wu Chia-chao, with athletes, employees, family members, and guests from domestic and overseas affiliates gathered to celebrate the much-anticipated sports festival.
As the majestic march played, the athletes’ parade marked the official start of the Games. Fifteen teams representing the General Management Department, Formosa Plastics, Nan Ya Plastics, Formosa Chemicals & Fibre, Formosa Petrochemical, Formosa Ha Tinh, the Chang Gung Group, First Bank, Chunghwa Post, FMM, Nanya Technology, Ming Chi University of Technology, Ming Chi Alumni Association, Outstanding Employees, and the Retirees’ Association—over 4,000 participants in total—marched into the stadium with high spirits and unity.
The ceremony continued with the flag and torch relay, led by Ming Chi students Li Chia-ling and Huang Po-yuan, who lit the flame symbolizing perseverance and the passing of the torch across generations. As the anthem played and the FPG flag was raised, the Games were officially declared open. Following the oath led by student Li Yun-fang, colorful balloons filled the sky, bringing the ceremony to a lively climax.
Immediately after the ceremony, the first sporting event—the 5,000-meter fun run led by executives and distinguished guests—commenced at 8:45 a.m. President Wu fired the starting pistol, sending runners off amid cheers from the audience and cheer squads, symbolizing the start of the day’s spirited competitions.
From 9:00 a.m., various sports events, the art exhibition, food fair, and campus history tours were held across the Ming Chi campus, drawing large crowds and creating a festive atmosphere that reflected the unity and enthusiasm of the FPG family.
This year’s Games were themed “Innovation and Transformation, Striving for Excellence,” highlighting the courage, teamwork, and determination of FPG employees as they continue to pursue progress and excellence in a rapidly changing world.
For detailed schedules and event locations, please refer to the “Query of Schedule and Results” and “Activities on the Day” announcements.
