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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.
US President Donald Trump speaks at a police academy in Garden City, New York, on Friday. Photo: AFP
US, Israel war on Iran

51st strait? Trump says he’ll soon declare Hormuz to be US territory

The US president said he would do so after Iran was defeated, urging Americans to accept higher fuel prices for now.

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Hong Kong transport

Transit giant CRRC redoubles Hong Kong push as sales pitch to overseas cities

China shipbuilding

Shifting tides in maritime sector float Chinese shipyard’s outlook

Hong Kong economy

Northern Metropolis: Hong Kong seeks interest in land parcels for logistics hub

Land parcels are located in Hung Shui Kiu/Ha Tsuen New Development Area and are being set aside for planned modern logistics cluster.

An aerial view of the Hung Shui Kiu/Ha Tsuen New Development Area. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong stock market

SF Reit reports 7.3% drop in distributable income for first half of 2026

Company’s logistics assets were 96.8 per cent occupied as of the end of June, with macroeconomic headwinds and lease expirations looming.

Germany

Suspicious object on rail tracks in Germany did not contain explosives: police

This follows a recent attempted drone attack on Leipzig airport, where an unmanned aerial device ‌with explosives was ‌found near a runway.

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China’s C919 passenger plane

‘Very smooth’: what one traveller saw on C919’s milestone international flight

Comac jet’s flight to Mongolian capital on par with Boeing’s 737 and Airbus’ A320, says passenger who hopes to see more C919 destinations.

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China’s domestically developed C919 large passenger aircraft lands at Chinggis Khaan International Airport, Mongolia. Photo: Xinhua
US, Israel war on Iran

US says it has fired on ship in Gulf of Oman to enforce Iranian ports blockade

A US Navy helicopter fired on and disabled the Panama-flagged ship after the crew ignored warnings from US forces, said US Central Command.

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China travel

China’s aviation regulator steps up safety communication with foreign carriers

The Civil Aviation Administration of China, following some operational changes, has increased its aircraft checks as an additional safety measure.

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Belt and Road Initiative

China completes milestone test of US$10.8 billion canal link to Southeast Asia

Patrol vessel’s full run along Pinglu Canal moves megaproject closer to a planned September launch.

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A Chinese maritime patrol vessel completes the first full navigation test of the Pinglu Canal. Photo: Handout
US, Israel war on Iran

Iran says Oman deal is in ‘final stages’ but US must act to open Hormuz

Iran and the US are not engaged in talks and Tehran will not start them as long as Washington breaches an interim deal signed in June.

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Vehicles drive past an anti-US billboard at Enghelab Square in central Tehran, Iran on Sunday. The Iranian Foreign Ministry said the agreement with Oman would not imply reopening the Strait of Hormuz without the United States accepting the Iranian proposals. Photo: EPA
US, Israel war on Iran

Iran targeted tanker, says UAE, as Tehran says Hormuz deal with Oman close

Iran has imposed an effective blockade of the strait and wants to charge for passage. It is in talks with Oman over management arrangements.

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China airliners

How did 2 planes come within 20 metres of each other in the sky in Japan?

The incident, which at one point saw only 20 metres separating the planes, offers lessons for Chinese regulators and operators, analysts say.

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US, Israel war on Iran

Iran nears Hormuz deal with Oman, conditions reopening on US actions

Tehran agrees to joint route with neighbour across strait, taking effective control of traffic without Washington’s input.

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Vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman. Photo: Reuters
China-EU relations

What would a German audit for Chinese supply chain dependencies find?

Although many analysts deem the search long overdue, they warn that German leverage would be both hard to implement and short-lived.

Officials in Berlin are concerned about Germany losing its industrial base to Chinese competition. Photo: Getty Images
Hong Kong transport

Editorial | New Huanggang Port must deliver on its promise of seamless borders

Speed and landmark design aside, the joint Shenzhen-Hong Kong checkpoint must ultimately serve the higher goal of Greater Bay Area integration.

US, Israel war on Iran

Indian ship sinks in Red Sea after attack near Yemen

Yemeni officials blamed the Iran-backed Houthis, while New Delhi condemned the ‘unprovoked’ aggression.

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Hong Kong transport

Over 1,000 sign up for Hong Kong’s new taxi, ride-hailing test

Lawmakers say interest is likely to grow as the city prepares to fully launch its ride-hailing regulatory regime next year.

More than 1,000 applicants have registered for a new combined test for taxi and ride-hailing services in Hong Kong. Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong economy

Up to 80 Hong Kong-linked ships stuck around Strait of Hormuz, trade group says

Hong Kong Shipowners Association urges industry members to be careful, citing ‘very low’ predictability of United States and Iran.

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China’s C919 passenger plane

High-altitude variant of China’s C919 jet completes first test flight

Designed to service high-plateau airports, it has shorter fuselage, similar to offerings from Boeing and Airbus.

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US, Israel war on Iran

Tankers targeted in twin incidents near Strait of Hormuz off Oman

One tanker was hit by an ‘unknown projectile’, which damaged its engine room and left it inoperative.

Vessels transiting through the Gulf of Oman are pictured off Muscat on July 25. Photo: AFP
Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific tail strike in early July classified as ‘abnormal runway contact’

Hong Kong air safety watchdog releases preliminary report on July 3 incident involving flight CX509 from Tokyo.

The rear of the Cathay Pacific Airbus A330 was damaged in the July 3 incident. Photo: Handout
China travel

How much transport is enough? China eyes 95% coverage across its record network

Beijing aims to expand nation’s world-leading network coverage, raising questions over need for more infrastructure projects as authorities flag ‘weak links’.

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Hong Kong transport

Revamped Huanggang checkpoint needs Hong Kong airport bus link, experts say

Bus service from border crossing to Hong Kong airport would greatly benefit tourists, lawmaker says.

China travel

China sets record with high-speed rail breakthrough under Yangtze River

The engineering feat marks the longest continuous underwater excavation achieved by a drilling machine of its kind, state media reports.

The shield tunneling machine “Linghang” in the Chongming-Taicang tunnel under the Yangtze River, taken on Thursday. Photo: Xinhua
Shanghai

End of the 3-yuan ride? Shanghai considers first subway fare increase since 2005

Surging operational costs and strained municipal budgets are forcing mainland transit authorities to review long-suppressed fares.

A man passes through a turnstile at a metro station in Shanghai. The city is considering raising fares for the first time in more than two decades. Photo: VCG via Getty Images
China shipbuilding

Shipbuilders secure large-scale orders as China pushes for premium construction

Buyers in both domestic and international markets submit requests for vessels as the industry’s momentum continues.

Hong Kong

Letters | Don’t be complacent about contracts in times of shipping disruptions

Readers discuss specialised clauses in shipping contracts, enforcement of the dog-friendly dining scheme, and kerbside parking.

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