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Hong Kong mandated that taxi drivers provide at least two digital payment options from April 1. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong transport

40,000 taxi drivers sign up for e-payment systems as new rules come into force

Widespread coverage is good news ahead of coming holiday for mainland visitors who have solely been using e-wallets for years.

Hong Kong transport

Some Hong Kong taxi drivers unprepared as new e-payments rule takes effect

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Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong’s Exco gives green light to plans for Kai Tak monorail

Hong Kong transport

Over 47,000 cabbies adopt Octopus, card readers ahead of e-payment deadline

New measures require taxi drivers to provide at least two e-payment options, as part of broader government push to modernise industry image.

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An industry leader has said Hong Kong cabbies are embracing the digital payment era. Photo: Jelly Tse
An industry leader has said Hong Kong cabbies are embracing the digital payment era. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong passengers caught off guard by new airport limit of 2 power banks

Many passengers unaware of new rule, with few signs or announcements throughout airport.

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Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong MTR track intrusion prompts calls for tougher penalties, education

Passenger opened train emergency exit on Friday causing a two-hour service disruption during evening rush hour.

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Hong Kong transport

MTR Corp’s use of CRRC technology can act as ‘showcase’ for rest of the world

Jin Guozhong of CRRC Qishuyan Institute also says there is synergy between the two firms that goes beyond equipment deployment.

The MTR Corp is deploying technologies by state-owned manufacturing giant CRCC. Photo: Denise Tsang
The MTR Corp is deploying technologies by state-owned manufacturing giant CRCC. Photo: Denise Tsang
Hong Kong transport

Lawmakers concerned over lack of parking at Huanggang border checkpoint

Hong Kong authorities plan to find a nearby site for parking and provide shuttle buses to the checkpoint building.

Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong’s MTR Corp to keep fares unchanged for second year in row

Rail operator also says it will continue to offer fare concessions, covering elderly, children, eligible students and people with disabilities.

Hong Kong transport

Greater Bay Airlines to raise fuel charges by 34%, joining other Hong Kong carriers

Fee for destinations other than mainland China to hit HK$389, while courier SF Express will review fuel surcharge on weekly basis from April.

A Greater Bay Airlines plane at Haikou Meilan International Airport in mainland China. Photo: Getty Images
Cathay Pacific

Cathay to increase fuel surcharge for all flights by 34% from April

Move marks second increase in recent weeks, with airline pointing to ‘considerable pressure’ from higher jet fuel prices due to war in Middle East.

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Cathay Pacific aircraft at Hong Kong International Airport. Photo: Nora Tam
Cathay Pacific aircraft at Hong Kong International Airport. Photo: Nora Tam
Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong’s MTR Corp to upgrade Tung Chung line signalling system on Sunday night

Rail operator vows work will finish before the first train in the morning, ensuring normal service on the line and Airport Express.

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong weighs petrol pricing disclosure rule in tenders as fuel costs surge

Environment minister Tse Chin-wan tells Legislative Council government open to reviewing tender policy for petrol station sites to bring down soaring fuel prices.

Cathay Pacific

Cathay’s European flights could offset Middle East losses, experts say

Hong Kong flag carrier’s decision to extend flight suspensions due to war may have only limited financial impact on overall passenger operations, they say.

An aircraft prepares for landing as a smoke plume rises from a fire near Dubai International Airport on March 16. Photo: AFP
Cathay Pacific

Cathay extends suspension of flights between Hong Kong, Middle East to end of May

Dubai and Riyadh service suspension extended again but airline will increase flights to Europe next month to cater to surging demand.

Cathay Pacific planes parked at Hong Kong International Airport in Chek Lap Kok. Photo: Sam Tsang
Cathay Pacific planes parked at Hong Kong International Airport in Chek Lap Kok. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong transport

Government to launch guide to help elderly Hongkongers with revised HK$2 fares

Welfare chief says authorities will widely publicise changes to scheme, and guide will show commuters best routes to help them save money.

Accidents and personal safety

Truck driver injured as vehicle slams into fire engine on Hong Kong highway

Container truck was travelling along Tuen Mun Road when it hit fire engine parked on road shoulder for operation, authorities say.

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Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong to raise postage rates from April 13 amid surging oil prices

Postage for local letters to go up by 9 per cent to HK$2.40, while increases for 90 per cent of airmail will be within 50 HK cents.

Hong Kong residents in the queue at the General Post Office in Central. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong residents in the queue at the General Post Office in Central. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong transport

Changes to Hong Kong’s HK$2 transport subsidy scheme to kick in on April 3

Under revision, elderly and disabled residents will enjoy flat rate for trips costing HK$10 or less, pay 20 per cent of fares exceeding threshold.

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Hong Kong society

Plan for full taxi access to Discovery Bay sparks anger among residents

More than 1,100 people sign petition calling for greater public consultation.

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Hong Kong economy

Flying start for low-altitude economy goals as 100 drone projects proposed

Some pilot projects are set to launch in the first half of the year, transport chief Mable Chan says.

The low-altitude economy is an emerging sector focused on activities such as drone use in airspace below 1km. Photo: Nora Tam
Hong Kong transport

Bus driver union slams KMB policy to turn off air con when no patrons on board

Motor Transport Workers General Union hits out at bus firm’s measure to save fuel amid surging oil prices triggered by Middle East conflict.

KMB is under fire for its new policies to save on fuel costs. Photo: Jelly Tse
KMB is under fire for its new policies to save on fuel costs. Photo: Jelly Tse
Cathay Pacific

Cathay extends Hong Kong to Middle East flight suspension until end of April

Suspension has already been extended multiple times since joint US-Israeli attack on Iran.

Hong Kong transport

Injured buffalo euthanised after causing rush-hour jam on Hong Kong highway

Part of Tsing Long Highway in Yuen Long was temporarily closed after car hit animal that had wandered into fast lane.

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Hong Kong transport

New system launches smoothly despite minor glitches on MTR’s Tsuen Wan line

Some trains misaligned with platform screen doors, but such teething problems rare as Hong Kong rail operator deploys additional staff to aid service.

A train arrives at Tsuen Wan station. Photo: Jelly Tse
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