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Latest news and updates on Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA), which is operated by the Airport Authority Hong Kong, including coronavirus travel restrictions, and aviation and tourism issues that relate to the airport.
last updated:
9 September, 2024
RnB artist Olivia Nelson performs to passengers in the first of a series of surprise gigs at Terminal 5 at London’s Heathrow Airport on June 25, 2024. Photo: Matt Crossick/PA Media Assignments
Music

Sonic boom as airports focus on music to lighten travellers’ moods

From live performances to carefully curated playlists, airports from Singapore to Seattle are using music in new ways to ease travel stress.

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Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong airport told to step up train safety after girl’s platform gap fall

Cathay Pacific

Cathay sorry as unruly traveller on Hong Kong-US flight causes 15-hour delay

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Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong police arrest 2 men over thefts on planes arriving from Vietnam

Incidents took place over one week, with suspects believed to have targeted cash in passengers’ carry-on bag.

Hong Kong recorded 169 cases of in-flight thefts involving HK$4.32 million worth of valuables in the first 10 months of 2024. Photo: Yik Yeung-man
Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong airport expects up to 200,000 travellers per day over Christmas

Airport Authority will increase manpower over peak travel season, potentially running from December 20 to 29.

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Cathay Pacific

Hong Kong’s Cathay ‘confident’ of hitting full capacity but union has doubts

Hong Kong’s flag carrier says it has ‘robust plans in place’ to recruit pilots to support rebuilding plan.

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Business of climate change

Hong Kong’s status as aviation, maritime hub faces green fuel challenge

Hong Kong has to act fast if it wants to become a green fuel hub for the aviation and maritime sectors, as both Singapore and China are way ahead, analysts say.

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Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong marks historic opening of 3-runway system at airport

City leader says aviation capacity must ‘soar’, but challenges remain for carriers as long-haul market recovery drags on amid Russia-Ukraine war.

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Hong Kong transport

‘Game-changer’: first planes take off, land at 3 Hong Kong runways – as it happened

Three-runway project has been hailed as a ‘game-changer’ for the city to enhance its status as an international aviation hub.

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Wellness

7 tips for stress-free travel, from hydration to headphones

Reduce anxiety and enjoy your trip by packing the essentials and giving yourself extra time, so that you arrive at your destination in a relaxed mood.

The right preparations can make travelling less stressful. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong buys 35% stake in Zhuhai airport for 4.3 billion yuan

Airport Authority signs agreement with Zhuhai Transportation Holding group on Tuesday.

Hong Kong has acquired a 35 per cent stake in neighbouring Zhuhai airport for 4.3 billion yuan (HK$4.62 billion). Photo: Shutterstock
Cathay Pacific

Hong Kong’s Cathay set to return to 100% passenger flight capacity by January

Cathay Pacific originally said its recovery to pre-pandemic levels would not be possible until the first quarter of 2025.

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Hong Kong economy

Exclusive | Hong Kong airport boosts efforts to lure foreign airlines as it waits on Cathay

Airport Authority is doing all it can to fill extra capacity created by soon-to-debut three-runway system, acting CEO Vivian Cheung says.

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Hong Kong economy

Exclusive | ‘Sense of crisis’ fuels Hong Kong airport’s bid to be competitive ‘landmark’

Airport City will become destination drawing tourists and investors to Hong Kong, acting CEO of Airport Authority says.

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The new HK$141.5 billion three-runway system is launching on Thursday. Photo: Sam Tsang
From city airport to Airport City

Hong Kong’s Airport Authority pursues ambitious Airport City project to boost city's competitiveness

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Hong Kong transport

Trump may reopen Russian skies but new tariffs threaten Hong Kong cargo

Regional aviation chief, experts say Trump’s pledge to end wars in Ukraine, Middle East could be boon for global aviation industry.

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Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong Airlines to return to North America next year with Vancouver route

Chairman Yan Bo says service will be back on January 18 as part of ‘transformation’ from regional carrier into international airline.

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E-commerce

Meituan aims to launch meal deliveries by drones in Hong Kong

The meal delivery giant joins a slew of Chinese tech giants vying for new growth in Hong Kong.

A Meituan drone delivers takeout food to customers in Shenzhen, China. Photo: VCG via Getty Images
Hong Kong society

Hongkongers heading to airport urged to take trains during test event

Organiser for Sunday cycling race says rolling traffic controls to be enforced on North Lantau Highway, with travel times up by 30 minutes.

Hong Kong Marathon

Thousands take on once-in-a-lifetime 10k race along Hong Kong’s newest runway

Before the planes get going, runners got the chance to pick up some speed at the international airport’s new third runway.

Hong Kong aviation

Opinion | Sustainable fuel critical to Hong Kong’s global aviation hub status

Emissions from aviation are growing rapidly, and Hong Kong needs a comprehensive plan to mainstream sustainable aviation fuel use.

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The aviation industry is mainstreaming sustainable aviation fuel in an effort to meet its goal of becoming carbon neutral by 2050. Photo: Shutterstock
Hong Kong transport

Tech giant Baidu applies to launch autonomous vehicle trials in Hong Kong

Baidu, which operates driverless taxis across the border in Wuhan, wants to test autonomous vehicles at Hong Kong airport.

Baidu operates a fleet of driverless taxis in Wuhan, Hubei province. Photo: Reuters
Accidents and personal safety

Fourth work death in week spurs Hong Kong labour groups to call for change

They say four fatal work-related accidents a consequence of issues such as substandard safety measures and lenient punishments for offenders, among others.

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Hong Kong transport

Shuttle bus at Hong Kong airport hits wingtip of Shandong Airlines plane

Video uploaded to Douyin shows bus scraping its roof on underside of wingtip, with users saying flight to Jinan delayed by seven hours.

Accidents and personal safety

Worker falls to his death at terminal under construction at Hong Kong’s airport

Male worker reportedly loses footing on sixth floor of T2 Concourse and falls to fourth floor.

Paramedics rushed the victim to North Lantau Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Photo: Winson Wong
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong should open up routes, not worry about airport overcapacity: experts

Heads of Airport Authority committee and logistics association say current figures for air traffic less important than city’s longer term goals.

The three-runway system at Hong Kong International Airport will begin operations on November 28. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong’s 3-runway system to start operating on November 28

Acting finance chief Michael Wong calls on aviation stakeholders to capitalise on project, promises authorities will help.

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Hong Kong economy

Exclusive | Hongkongers urged to visit Mongolia, enjoy its wide open spaces

Additional flights and longer visa-free travel will boost tourism and business opportunities, envoy says.

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