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Transport and logistics

Transport and logistics
News about the global transport and logistics industry with a focus on developments in shipping, aviation and rail particularly in relation to Hong Kong and China.
LNG storage tanks are seen in eastern China’s Jiangsu province on October 15. Photo: AFP
China energy security

China’s energy supply chain is withstanding test of Middle East war, expert says

Stronger domestic gas output and growing storage have shielded Beijing from global supply shocks, the chief of London-based firm says.

China travel

China’s airlines are adding 288 domestic routes. Can the sector’s recovery keep up?

China shipbuilding

How China captured nearly 82% of the world’s new ship orders

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Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Hong Kong port needs a new lease of life in value-driven era

As the city pivots towards maritime services, there are fundamental questions about the strategic purpose of its physical port.

The sun rises behind Kwai Tsing Container Terminals on March 15. Photo: Eugene Lee
Greater Bay Area

Editorial | Holiday rush at Huanggang Port should catalyse improvement

The massive queues at the revamped border crossing during the Chung Yeung Festival long weekend call for a comprehensive review.

Hong Kong transport

Star Ferry fares to rise by up to HK$1.80 from January

Adult tickets on the operator’s two cross-harbour routes will rise to HK$6 on weekdays and HK$8.30 on weekends from January 25.

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Hong Kong stock market

Shipping giant Cosco launches new routes to ride out Iran war, climate risks

The Chinese shipping giant is focusing on resilience as it responds to rise in geopolitical conflicts and extreme weather.

Containers are loaded onto ships at the Ningbo-Zhoushan port in China’s eastern Zhejiang province. Photo: AFP
South Korea

K-pop capital Seoul wants to put brakes on taxi overcharging

A South Korean lawmaker has called for changes after a Taiwanese tourist complained that a taxi driver overcharged him by nearly 10 times.

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Yemen

Houthi attack kills 53 at Yemen government training camp

The camp is located in Shabwa, an energy-rich province that also houses Yemen’s largest industrial investment.

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Hong Kong tourism

Hong Kong’s Huanggang crossing absorbs 366% surge as holiday ends

Revamped land crossing handles 9,401 inbound travellers in two hours, a 366% jump over the same times in September as smooth flow replaces Sunday delays.

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Travellers head to Hong Kong via the revamped Huanggang Port on the last day of Chung Yeung Festival long weekend. Photo: Kit Lai
Hong Kong tourism

Huanggang Port swarmed by holiday rush with reports of 2-hour waits

More than 30,000 departures recorded between 10am and 2pm, with security chief calling on travellers to use other checkpoints.

Travellers line up to cross into mainland China at Huanggang Port during the Chung Yeung Festival long weekend. Photo: Sam Tsang
Belt and Road Initiative

Risky business? Chinese firm agrees to build rail tunnels in Qatar amid Iran war

The railway tunnel deal will help China deepen ties in the Middle East – but could also run into problems as regional conflicts rage.

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China technology

China’s 400km/h trains closer to debut, numbering-system change hints

Overhaul of designation system creates new class for passenger service operating above 350km/h.

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Hong Kong transport

Letters | It’s seriously time for Hong Kong to greenlight a transport museum

Readers discuss the need for a venue to celebrate the city’s transport history, and the rule requiring removal of bicycle wheels.

Retired Yellow Buses are parked at the KMB Tuen Mun-Chek Lap Kok Tunnel depot in Tuen Mun on October 13. Photo: Elson Li
France

Bus hits train near Channel Tunnel in France, injuring 19

The bus was carrying truck drivers heading to travel on a LeShuttle train, which carries vehicles and their passengers through the tunnel.

A Eurotunnel shuttle with a “LeShuttle” logo enters the Channel Tunnel in Coquelles, France, in April. Photo: AFP
Hong Kong transport

1,000 Hongkongers to ride Baidu’s autonomous vehicles in city-first public trial

Baidu’s Apollo Go platform will offer free rides to Tung Chung residents from October 21 to November 3, as company seeks public feedback.

China’s C919 passenger plane

China’s home-grown aircraft seen securing 5% world market share in next 20 years

Cirium’s aircraft fleet outlook says Airbus and Boeing will continue to dominate despite ‘gradual shift’ to emerging players like Comac.

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China-Latin America relations

Peru governor touts Chinese interest in port pitched as Chancay alternative

Scaled back to US$844 million from a US$7 billion plan, Corio terminal in Arequipa has yet to secure an investor or operator.

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A container is lifted at the Chinese-funded Chancay port in Peru. A proposed port farther south has attracted interest from Chinese and other foreign investors. Photo: AP
Hong Kong tourism

‘Everyone wants to make history’: revamped Huanggang Port opens to brisk business

Travel agencies launch special tours as retailers welcome more customers at the 24-hour border checkpoint.

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Hong Kong society

Huanggang Port praised for ‘light speed’ checks, but some find layout huge

More than 42,000 travellers use new border-crossing facility by 5pm on first day, as authorities prepare for surge over coming long weekend.

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South Korea

South Korea hails success of its first Arctic shipping trial

President Lee Jae Myung said it shaved 10 days off the one-way sailing time compared to going through the Suez Canal.

The PanStar Acro is seen at the port of Felixstowe in Britain. The vessel also made calls at Rotterdam in the Netherlands and Gdansk in Poland. Photo: Reuters
US-China relations

Key US port for China imports records best-ever quarter despite trade doubt

Port of Los Angeles, the US’ leading gateway for imports from China, had its busiest three-month period on record from July to September.

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The port of Los Angeles in Long Beach, California, on March 10. Photo: Reuters
Hong Kong society

Registration on both sides of border needed for Huanggang ‘joint clearance’

Around 100,000 travellers a day are expected to use the revamped crossing when operations begin.

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China travel

Gone in 40 seconds: how a Chinese rail station tackled a record travel surge

Holiday demand pushed Guangzhou South station past 1 million trips on October 1, with bullet trains departing every 40 seconds at peak hours.

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Banking & finance

Hong Kong lawmakers say 5-year tax break too short to lure top innovative firms

Lawmakers back incentive plan but argue that five years not enough to attract firms to establish headquarters or expand operations in city.

The proposed tax incentives are limited to specific sectors, including advanced manufacturing, finance, logistics and supply chain management, as well as to companies establishing headquarters in Hong Kong. Photo: Karma Lo
China trade

As US bears down, exporters China and Vietnam establish closer transport links

Two countries working to enhance cargo and passenger flows using trains, planes and ships.

Workers unload a container from the first foreign trade vessel to sail through China’s Pinglu Canal at Can Tho Port in Vietnam on September 24. Photo: Xinhua
US, Israel war on Iran

Iran tells US there is no military solution to war as talks hit impasse

Tehran’s top diplomat vows a stronger response to any fresh confrontation as diplomacy over the Strait of Hormuz stalls.

Hong Kong society

1,500 Hong Kong residents tour revamped Huanggang Port border crossing

Members of the public learn about public transport arrangements, immigration and customs clearance, and passenger-friendly facilities.

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