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The route extensions cover Tung Chung and Sunny Bay on Lantau Island. Photo: Nora Tam
Autonomous vehicles

Hong Kong autonomous vehicle tests move up a gear with longer routes

Routes on the North Lantau trial will cover up to 43.2km, with more vehicles allowed to operate at the same time.

Mable Chan

Hong Kong launches own rail standards to boost efficiency and cut costs

Airport Authority Hong Kong

Editorial | Hong Kong airport’s second terminal will help the city reach new heights

Hong Kong tourism

600 Guangdong drivers enter Hong Kong as thousands apply for new scheme

Transport minister Mable Chan says government has received 3,000 applications for the scheme so far, with 1,700 motorists already booking trips.

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About 600 motorists from Guangdong have driven their vehicles into Hong Kong urban areas during the Lunar New Year holiday. Photo: Edmond So
Mainland China

Hong Kong airport’s Terminal 2 projected to serve 15 million travellers this year

Airport Authority says 15 airlines are scheduled to operate from the terminal, set to fully open in May, with a midterm goal of doubling its capacity.

Hong Kong courts

Hong Kong bus driver alleged to have deliberately crashed on bridge granted bail

Lee Kai-po, 63, has been charged with dangerous driving causing grievous bodily harm.

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Hong Kong International Airport

Hong Kong airport’s second terminal to fully open, serve 15 airlines from May 27

Transport and logistics minister Mable Chan says the two terminals will complement each other and ‘greatly enhance’ the airport’s capacity.

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“The design philosophy for the entire Terminal 2 aims to be more vibrant, youthful and technologically forward-thinking,” the chairman of the Airport Authority has said. Photo: Eugene Lee
Accidents and personal safety

Hong Kong coach driver charged over Shenzhen Bay Bridge crash

Man, 63, charged with dangerous driving causing grievous bodily harm.

Hong Kong economy

From fireworks to racing, how Hong Kong is celebrating the Year of the Horse

Here is your guide to events beginning on February 17 ushering in the new year.

Accidents and personal safety

Coach driver arrested after vehicle crashes on Shenzhen Bay Bridge, injuring 17

Bus ran into railings while heading to Hong Kong in slow lane of cross-border link.

The collision took place on the Shenzhen Bay Bridge. Photo: May Tse
Mable Chan

Hong Kong to fully review plans for bus seat belt rules before relaunch: minister

Transport chief vows to ‘conduct a fresh and comprehensive review and widely consult the community’.

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Last month, authorities repealed a law requiring bus passengers to buckle up. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong

Hong Kong users warned of heavier mega bridge traffic as Zhuhai link suspended

A temporary link bridge in Zhuhai will be closed for repairs from Sunday until further notice.

Accidents and personal safety

Hong Kong police probe death of man, 80, allegedly knocked down by taxi driver

Cab driver arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving causing death after allegedly knocking down elderly man near Ngau Tau Kok Road.

Hong Kong tourism

Star Cruises ‘fully prepared’ for next sailing after anger over axed trip

Cruise operator apologised for cancelling three-day, two-night voyage to Xiamen on Friday evening.

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Hundreds of passengers queue at Ocean Terminal waiting to board the ship. Photo: Facebook/Longman Lo
Hong Kong economy

Editorial | Critical review needed to keep Hong Kong’s rail operations on track

While the MTR still has a fine reputation, the latest service disruption signals that various protocols need to be evaluated.

Crowds of passengers exit North Point station due to the suspension of the MTR’s Island line on February 11. Photo: Handout
MTR Corporation

MTR Corp under pressure to explain if human error behind Island line shutdown

‘Unless they encountered an unprecedented mechanical failure, the chances of human error are nowhere near low,’ ex-lawmaker Gary Zhang says.

Accidents and personal safety

Man dies after being thrown from taxi in crash near Hong Kong airport

Passenger ejected from taxi during collision with highway maintenance vehicle.

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Hong Kong

MTR Corp says sorry after chaotic 1½-hour disruption on Hong Kong Island line

‘The incident is very rare. We attach great importance to it and will conduct an in-depth investigation,’ rail operator says.

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Objects, including maintenance vehicle components and signalling equipment, were found on the tracks between Wan Chai and Causeway Bay stations. Photo: Handout
Accidents and personal safety

30 people evacuated at Hong Kong airport after fire breaks out

Two teams of firefighters called to scene after fire breaks out in a switch room.

South Korea

Hong Kong Airlines plane issues mayday call amid runway closure in Taipei

Debris on runway forced three aircraft to circle above Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport while alerting ground control to fuel concerns.

Hong Kong

Hong Kong authorities considering options for fourth harbour crossing

Lawmakers say another cross-harbour tunnel is necessary to alleviate persistent congestion in three existing ones and aid future development.

Heavy traffic at the Western Harbour Tunnel, Hong Kong’s busiest harbour crossing. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong politics

Opinion | Legco must exercise due diligence against the tyranny of KPIs

Even if the government drafted perfect laws, lawmakers must scrutinise them without being afraid of performing their constitutional duty.

The Legislative Council Complex in Admiralty on January 7. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong

New rail routes to mainland China nearly sold out ahead of Lunar New Year

All classes of tickets from Hong Kong’s West Kowloon Station to 14 of 16 new mainland stops fully booked from Friday through next Sunday.

Autonomous vehicles

New working group to push autonomous vehicle technology in Hong Kong

Transport Department’s strategy blueprint includes implementation of real-time adaptive traffic signals and smart motorway management system.

Road safety in Hong Kong

Hong Kong authorities repeal ‘flawed’ bus seat belt law

Rule sparked complaints over uncomfortable restraints, hygiene risks and fears that unbuckling early before alighting would violate law.

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The seat belt rules had sparked complaints over uncomfortable restraints, hygiene risks and fears that unbuckling before alighting would violate the law. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong

Hong Kong to launch licensed ride-hailing services by fourth quarter of 2026

Government’s 124-page transport strategy blueprint also proposes measures for autonomous vehicles and a smart and green mass transit system.

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Hong Kong’s first batch of licensed ride-hailing platforms is expected to commence operations by the fourth quarter of this year. Photo: Jelly Tse
MTR Corporation

400 evacuated after power bank catches fire on Hong Kong MTR train

Footage circulating online appears to show black bag on fire and emitting thick white smoke inside train carriage.

Road safety in Hong Kong

Letters | Just how risky is riding a bus in Hong Kong? Let’s do the maths

Readers discuss the odds of bus accidents, practical implementation of seat belt regulations, and the importance of user acceptance testing.

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