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

Cathay Pacific

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

Hong Kong transport

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

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

Glitches possible as new signalling system starts on Tsuen Wan line: MTR Corp

Train and platform screen doors not aligning properly at stations and automatic speed adjustments on sections of line are possible.

Cathay Pacific

Beijing first stop as Cathay launches global drive to hire 3,000 workers

Hong Kong carrier has openings for pilots, flight attendants and engineers as well as vacancies for digital positions.

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Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong to boost direct flights, transfer capacity amid Middle East turmoil

Transport chief Mable Chan says authorities ‘seizing opportunity’ presented by aviation disruption to coordinate with local airlines.

A Cathay Pacific aircraft takes off at Hong Kong International Airport. Photo: Sam Tsang
A Cathay Pacific aircraft takes off at Hong Kong International Airport. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong transport

Greater Bay Airlines to raise fuel surcharges, joining Hong Kong rivals

Surcharge on flights originating from Hong Kong for all destinations except mainland China and the Maldives will increase by 104 per cent.

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Accidents and personal safety

Man injured after lithium battery catches fire on Hong Kong bus

Police received report at 7.21pm of fire on bus travelling along Citybus route E21.

Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong’s MTR Corp net profit falls 6.9% amid weaker mainland China revenue

Profit drops to HK$14.68 billion with rail giant citing lower mainland and overseas project contributions.

The MTR Corp has warned a substantial portion of its earnings will be allocated to asset maintenance, upgrades, replacements and the expansion of the city’s rail network. Photo: Jelly Tse
Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific, HK Express to double fuel surcharges on Wednesday as costs surge

‘The price of jet fuel has approximately doubled since March amid the latest developments in the Middle East,’ Cathay says.

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Cathay Pacific Airways will nearly double its fuel surcharges from next Wednesday. Photo: Eugene Lee
Cathay Pacific Airways will nearly double its fuel surcharges from next Wednesday. Photo: Eugene Lee
Accidents and personal safety

Man held after Hong Kong bridge crash injures 11, disrupts airport-bound traffic

Man arrested on suspicion of driving while disqualified and using vehicle without third-party insurance.

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Hong Kong transport

Councillors oppose ferry fare rises for Hong Kong’s outlying island routes

Members of Islands District Council also raise concerns that another fare increase could be sought in response to soaring fuel prices.

Cathay Pacific

Cathay extends flight suspension to Dubai, Riyadh until March 31 amid war

Heightened regional instability has forced airlines to divert flights or avoid certain airspace in Middle East entirely as a precaution.

Cathay Pacific planes at Hong Kong International Airport. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong Airlines to raise fuel surcharges by up to 35% amid oil price surge

Airline becomes first local carrier to raise fuel surcharges, with South Asia routes hit hardest amid escalating conflict in the Middle East.

Hong Kong Airlines will raise its fuel surcharges by up to 35.2 per cent amid soaring oil prices driven by conflicts in the Middle East. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong Airlines will raise its fuel surcharges by up to 35.2 per cent amid soaring oil prices driven by conflicts in the Middle East. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong transport

E-payments to attract more riders, cut fare disputes: Hong Kong taxi industry

Representative says industry ready for April 1 requirement, with about 90 per cent of taxi drivers already registered with e-payment platforms.

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Hong Kong transport

Surcharges considered as Hong Kong fuel prices set to rise amid Iran war

Sector representative says surcharges ‘a reluctant step’, adding many drivers have fixed daily commitments that must be met.

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Hong Kong transport

‘Keep the change’ no more: Hong Kong taxi drivers prepare for shift to e-payments

City’s cabbies required to provide at least two e-payment options by April 1, as part of industry effort to improve service quality.

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Starting from April 1, 2026, all taxis must provide passengers with at least two electronic payment methods. Photo: Sam Tsang
Starting from April 1, 2026, all taxis must provide passengers with at least two electronic payment methods. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong authorities propose ferry fare adjustments to keep operators afloat

Proposal includes 12.5 per cent fare rise for one-way trips between Central and piers on Cheung Chau and Lamma, but consolidates fees elsewhere.

Hong Kong economy

As Iran war closes Middle East skies, how high can Cathay Pacific fares fly?

Cathay fares to Hong Kong surge 93 per cent on average for Saturday departures compared with typical prices over past 12 months.

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Cathay Pacific

Exclusive | Hong Kong authorities rule out chartering Cathay Pacific flights to Middle East

Sources say officials discussed with carrier to fly home stranded residents, but option deemed fraught with uncertainty.

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A plane flies as smoke rises after an Israeli strike on Beirut’s southern suburbs on Friday. Photo: Reuters
Hong Kong tourism

Sky-high jump in airfares from Hong Kong to Europe, Americas – even Asian cities

Economy-class fares to Paris, Rome and New York surge while cheapest return flight to Tokyo costs nearly HK$5,000.

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The escalation of the conflict has thrown Middle Eastern airspace into chaos, grounding tens of thousands of flights and stranding passengers across major aviation hubs. Photo: Eugene Lee
The escalation of the conflict has thrown Middle Eastern airspace into chaos, grounding tens of thousands of flights and stranding passengers across major aviation hubs. Photo: Eugene Lee
Middle East

Air freight costs for China shippers may jump 30% as Middle East airspace closes

China-Europe cargo flights face longer routes and higher fuel costs after Middle East airspace closures, the Hong Kong Association of Freight Forwarding & Logistics says.

Hong Kong society

More than 1,000 personnel, volunteers stage emergency drill at Hong Kong airport

Large-scale exercise simulates power bank fire on plane and landing gear failure, triggering coordinated emergency response across departments.

Cathay Pacific

432 Hongkongers stranded in Middle East and 47 flights cancelled

Cathay Pacific also suspends Dubai and Riyadh flights, as attacks force countries to close airspace.

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Flag carrier Cathay Pacific has suspended its Dubai services until Thursday. Photo: Eugene Lee
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