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How Hutchison deal could make shipping line MSC world’s dominant port operator

Geneva-based MSC, the first container carrier to operate 900 ships, will strengthen its marine dominance by taking over CK Hutchison’s overseas ports.

Accidents and personal safety

Hong Kong airport incident probe finds crew error caused runway closure

Accidents and personal safety

Bus crash in Hong Kong’s North Point leads to major traffic congestion

Hong Kong culture

Hong Kong’s arts hub partners with Citybus to drive cultural tourism

Collaboration will include ticket packages for buses and museums and more frequent services during special events.

The West Kowloon Cultural District Authority and Citybus announced a new partnership to explore additional collaboration opportunities. Photo: Nora Tam
Hong Kong

Recap | Explore the history of Hong Kong’s Star Ferry and what makes it a city icon

Discover captivating stories of the Star Ferry, from riots and inspiring leadership to stunning photographs and an uncertain future. Explore its legacy and modern struggles.

Hong Kong economy

Editorial | Hong Kong must speed up revamp of transport subsidy

Scheme to cap fares at HK$2 for seniors and disabled is costing Hong Kong billions of dollars a year, adding to urgency to implement reforms.

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Hong Kong may increase parking fines to HK$400, speeding tickets by 50%

Government intends to raise penalty to better manage traffic as Financial Secretary Paul Chan stated in budget blueprint in February, insider says.

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The Hong Kong government plans to raise the fixed HK$320 (US$41) penalty for illegal parking to HK$400. Photo: Jelly Tse
Legislative Council of Hong Kong

EV licence fee in Hong Kong to be raised in 3 years to 70% that of petrol cars

Proposed fees, to be discussed in Legco next Friday, could be increased more than three times to a minimum of about HK$3,550.

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Hong Kong tourism

More Hongkongers choosing Easter breaks in mainland China over Japan

Warnings about potential massive earthquakes in Japan have Hongkongers looking at holiday destinations elsewhere, tour agencies say.

Hong Kong society

Letters | To friends who loved her, Leung Chai-yan was kind, brilliant and brave

Readers pay tribute to the late daughter of former chief executive Leung Chun-ying, and discuss ways to promote pet-friendly transit, making air quality information more accessible, and Chinese soldiers involved in the Ukraine war.

Leung Chai-yan was a devoted dog lover and poured herself into taking incredible care of her own fur babies and other rescues. Photo: handout
Hong Kong

Thunderstorms disrupt Hong Kong ferry services to mainland China

Observatory warns of heavy rain and potentially violent gusts across the region.

Expected thunderstorms across the region have resulted in a significant amount of ferry cancellations between Hong Kong and the mainland. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong to test flood scheme at 5 road sections hit by 2023 rainstorm chaos

Warning signs, wading lines and flood monitoring devices will be used at five low-lying road sections under pilot scheme.

Hong Kong environmental issues

Improve transport services at Hong Kong geopark to support tourism: lawmakers

Call to action from lawmakers follows minister brushing aside similar suggestions and stressing importance of conservation over development.

Cathay Pacific

Hong Kong’s Cathay to keep power bank ban for aircrew, but vows layover option

Carrier says it is working with hotels to offer power banks, as there is no ‘feasible way’ to let aircrew bring them on board amid safety concerns.

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Hong Kong’s flag carrier has told staff that on average more than one on-board incident involving the batteries occurs every week across the world. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong airport ranked first for immigration services; sixth best terminal

Singapore Changi Airport reclaims position as world’s best at the Skytrax World Airport Awards.

Hong Kong International Airport. Organised by Skytrax, the awards were determined by votes cast by 13 million air travellers from more than 100 jurisdictions. Photo: Dickson Lee
MTR Corporation

MTR users urged to plan ahead with work reducing Tung Chung line Saturday night service

Rail operator says second of four devices to be installed overnight to connect track to planned Tung Chung East station.

Electric & new energy vehicles

Hong Kong’s first electric ferry service soon to run 3 days a week

Service between North Point and Hung Hom or Kowloon City tested with four daily trips, can offer 52 without recharging at full operation.

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Hong Kong society

Hong Kong to adjust HK$2 transport subsidy scheme starting in April 2026

Minister says authorities to implement part of revised scheme five months ahead of schedule, helping government to save HK$260 million.

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The current scheme allows people aged 60 or above and those with disabilities to pay only HK$2 per trip when using public transport. Photo: Sam Tsang
Cathay Pacific

Hong Kong’s Cathay pays top bosses between 19% and 76.5% more amid strong profits

CEO Ronald Lam is highest paid with HK$14.15 million package, while chief of operations and service Alex McGowan enjoys steepest pay rise.

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Hong Kong

Hong Kong tram fares to rise from May 12 with adults paying 10% more

Hong Kong Tramways is also set to launch a mobile app providing real-time arrival data this quarter.

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Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong considers additional tax exemptions for air transit travellers

City currently plans to raise air passenger departure tax to help address deficit, but lawmakers fear move may drive travellers elsewhere.

A Cathay Pacific Airways plane takes off from Hong Kong airport. Photo: Yik Yeung-man
Hong Kong economy

Editorial | Hong Kong’s premium cabs are far too slow off the mark

Hong Kong trial run of high-end taxi service marred by cancellations and shortage of drivers.

Problems plaguing the JOIE taxi fleet have raised eyebrows in Hong Kong. Photo: Handout
SCMP Exclusives

Exclusive | Hong Kong’s Cathay Pacific bans crew from taking power banks on flights

Aircrew decry the move as causing great inconvenience and a ‘double standard’ compared with rules for passengers.

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Coldplay

Hong Kong to expand transport services for Coldplay shows at Kai Tak Stadium

Expanded services will include new cross-border buses and more frequent train services along Tuen Ma and East Rail lines.

Hong Kong taxis

Opinion | Premium taxi fleets in Hong Kong not the answer to ride-hailing dilemma

Pandering to taxi industry interests does Hongkongers no favours and damages the reputation of an otherwise world-class transport network.

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Vehicles are parked at the Transport Department Vehicle Examination Complex at Tsing Yi as part of a Taxi Fleet Launching Ceremony on March 3. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong society

Letters | Hong Kong Sevens delivers a winner in Kai Tak stadium

Readers discuss how the new venue performed at a major event, budget cuts affecting the old and young, and the etiquette over priority seats on public transport.

Rugby fans relax outside the Kai Tak stadium on March 28, the first of the Hong Kong Sevens. The new stadium has proved itself a very good facility to support Hong Kong’s ambitions for events. Photo: Handout
Road safety in Hong Kong

Hong Kong tunnel tolls under review after multimillion dollar losses

Shing Mun Tunnels forecast to post operating deficit of HK$52 million this financial year.

Hong Kong taxis

Learn from test runs or no licence, minister tells Hong Kong premium taxi fleets

Transport minister Mable Chan says authorities to keep close eye on premium fleets to ensure they make consistent improvements by July deadline.

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