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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.
Lawmaker Gary Zhang Xinyu, who is also a member of the Legislative Council’s transport panel, attempts to book a ride with premium taxi fleet “JOIE” without success. Photo: Nora Tam
Hong Kong transport

Launch of Hong Kong’s newest premium taxi fleet plagued by cancellations

Reporters and lawmaker Gary Zhang try to hail ride via JOIE app but without success, prompting transport expert to why premium taxis aren’t using centralised app.

Diplomacy

Opinion | In a broken world, China-Japan-Korea cooperation is Asia’s backbone

Britain

Operator of US jet fuel tanker brings UK lawsuit over cargo ship collision

China trade

Lao Airlines cruising to first C909 – a milestone for the made-in-China aircraft

China’s aircraft manufacturer continues spreading its wings abroad with fresh deals to supply passenger jets to Asian neighbours.

This China-made C909 will operate in Laos and have 90 seats. Photo: CCTV
Hong Kong Sevens

Magic moments at Hong Kong Sevens’ new Kai Tak home despite teething troubles

Long-time attendees and newcomers alike praise stadium’s modern facilities and cleanliness but some say there’s also room for improvement.

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Hong Kong politics

‘Don’t act in concert with US hegemony’: Beijing signals anger over Hutchison deal

HKMAO shares scathing piece that warns Hong Kong tycoon Li Ka-shing’s conglomerate against making ‘historic mistakes’.

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Hong Kong Sevens

Kai Tak Stadium dazzles Hong Kong Sevens fans but long queues spoil party

Fans praise stadium’s beauty but lengthy waiting times for drinks and sold-out refreshments leave some longing for Hong Kong Stadium.

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A common complaint from fans at Kai Tak Stadium was the long waiting times for buying refreshments. Photo: May Tse
Electric & new energy vehicles

Self navigating to the top: why China leads the global autonomous-driving race

After stamping their authority on EV technology, Chinese firms make strides in adding self-driving features.

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Hong Kong society

Fans left frustrated by taxi issues on opening day of Hong Kong Sevens

Spectators lament taxi arrangements at Kai Tak Sports Park with some having to wait up to 45 minutes.

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Electric & new energy vehicles

Chinese EV industry pressed to accelerate global expansion amid tariffs

Companies should balance exports and overseas production while seeking to achieve win-wins with foreign partners, former vice-minister says.

A file photo taken on September 11, 2023, shows BYD EVs waiting to be loaded on a ship at the international container terminal of Taicang Port at Suzhou Port, in China’s eastern Jiangsu Province. Photo: AFP
Hong Kong politics

Fourth Beijing warning for Li Ka-shing’s Hutchison over Panama ports deal

Beijing’s offices overseeing Hong Kong affairs repost another scathing news article taking aim at company over sale to US consortium.

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CK Hutchison operates two ports at either end of the Panama Canal. Photo: AP
Hong Kong economy

Exclusive | Hutchison, government in talks to see if there’s any way out as deadline nears

Sources say Hong Kong government approached Hutchison immediately after learning on March 4 about the surprise deal to sell its port operations.

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Malaysia

Malaysia’s Perlis port vows faster halal deliveries to China, but Thai support key

Malaysia’s Perlis mega-port aims to revolutionise halal cargo delivery to China, contingent on Thai rail agreements and regional stability.

Thailand

Thailand’s trillion-baht plan to bypass the Malacca Strait moves ahead

Thailand aims to complete a 100km project bisecting the country’s southern peninsula with a new highway and rail line by 2030.

Container and cargo ships travel through the Strait of Malacca between Singapore and Malaysia. Thailand’s Landbridge project would cut shipping times between the Indian and Pacific oceans by bypassing the strait. Photo: Roy Issa
Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong seeks developers for joint cross-border railway project to Shenzhen

Project is likely to include station on mainland side to ease congestion at existing Shenzhen Bay control point.

The joint project would link Qianhai in Shenzhen and Hung Shui Kiu in Hong Kong. Photo: May Tse
Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong driver arrested after crane hits overhead cable for light rail services

MTR Corp says services gradually resuming in Tin Shui Wai as damage is repaired following disruption.

Electric & new energy vehicles

BYD’s Denza unveils N9 SUV to challenge Mercedes, BMW in premium EV segment

The N9 starts from 389,800 (US$60,860), equipped with BYD’s autonomous driving systems and can support on-vehicle drone systems.

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China’s C919 passenger plane

China’s Comac tells suppliers it plans 50% boost to C919 production capacity

Leading Chinese aircraft manufacturer aims to be able to produce 200 narrowbody jets a year by 2029, conference told.

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A China Eastern Airlines C919 at Hong Kong International Airport in January. Photo: Eugene Lee
Electric & new energy vehicles

Xpeng sets up first self-branded EV supercharging station in Hong Kong

Fierce competition among auto manufacturers is extending to charging technologies.

Hong Kong politics

BlackRock-Hutchison Panama ports deal: 25-year timeline to troubled waters

From Trump’s vow to retake Panama Canal to Beijing’s scathing attack on Hutchison’s deal, the Post chronicles the latest developments.

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Hong Kong economy

Food deliveries by drone to take flight in Hong Kong as early as April

One lawmaker also expects authorities to ease civil aviation regulations by October to allow wider usage of commercial drones.

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A drone designed to deliver packages is on display at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. Photo: Sam Tsang
Mergers & Acquisitions

Hutchison stays mum on plan to sell port assets amid Panama spat, China rebuke

No event that might require disclosure was identified, Hutchison said, leaving the onus on shareholders to question the directors at its AGM on May 22.

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The entrance of the Balboa Port in Panama. Photo: Reuters
Science

How China is solving the nightmare that killed Elon Musk’s Hyperloop

Chinese engineers have overcome the hurdles that stopped the US billionaire’s idea for a vacuum tube transport system in its tracks.

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Hong Kong economy

Black eye for BlackRock-Hutchison Panama ports deal? Not so easy, say experts

Legal tools to smash the sale are not really available as Hong Kong is a very free place for business, observers say.

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Cybersecurity

Hong Kong passes its first cybersecurity bill covering critical infrastructure

Operators of critical infrastructure in eight sectors will face fines of up to HK$5 million for failing to keep their computer systems up to date.

The legislation covers infrastructure in eight areas deemed crucial to the normal functioning of society including the air transport sector. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong economy

30% of Hong Kong companies expect to hire more staff in second quarter: survey

ManpowerGroup Greater China also finds city’s net employment outlook index for second quarter is 11 per cent, compared with 25 per cent globally.

Residents check for job opportunities at a career fair in Tsuen Wan. Photo: Nora Tam
Electric & new energy vehicles

BYD shares surge on unveiling of ‘fast as gas’ charging tech

The new battery and charger platform from the world’s biggest EV maker operates at 1 megawatt, twice the power of Tesla’s fastest offering.

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Hong Kong politics

Hutchison’s Panama ports deal must comply with the law: Hong Kong’s John Lee

Beijing conducting major review of port and shipping assets held by private mainland and local businesses, source says.

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