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MTR Corporation
The Mass Transit Railway Corporation operates Hong Kong's railway system. It is also a major property developer and landlord in the city and is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange.
Many businesses and workers, including Lin Wing-fu, a chef of a restaurant at Siu Sai Wan, braved Typhoon Wipha. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong businesses and workers weather the storm of Typhoon Wipha’s fury

While the city reeled under the No 10 typhoon signal, many restaurants remained open with workers forced to navigate the adverse conditions.

Hong Kong property

Morgan Stanley banker buys two Hong Kong flats for US$18.8 million

Hong Kong weather

Explainer | Here’s how you can prepare for typhoon as Wipha heads towards Hong Kong

Hong Kong transport

Editorial | MTR must take to heart its duty to minimise service disruption

Yet another equipment malfunction on the Tseung Kwan O line must spur efforts to strengthen maintenance and improve contingency plans.

Passengers wait to catch a train at North Point station on July 18. A malfunction of the signalling system on the Tseung Kwan O line led to long queues on train platforms at some stations. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong transport

Hongkongers frustrated as malfunction causes delays on MTR’s Tseung Kwan O line

Long queues form after signalling equipment breakdown forces service delays during Friday’s rush hour.

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Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong’s MTR Corp halts Oyster Bay station’s overhead cable foundation works

Suspension follows ‘upheaving’ of between 22mm and 48mm recorded at five checkpoints on section of Tung Chung line track, authorities say.

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Hong Kong transport

Hongkongers call for more diagonal pedestrian crossings after positive trials

Residents and district councillors want Tseung Kwan O, area notorious for jaywalking, to be a new trial location for diagonal crossings.

The diagonal pedestrian crossing at the junction of Carnarvon Road and Granville Road in Tsim Sha Tsui. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong transport

How can Hong Kong’s MTR Corp get back on track amid funding, manpower woes?

Sluggish real estate market weakens ‘rail-plus-property’ strategy to raise funds and shortage of technical staff is a big worry, experts say.

Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong’s MTR Corp signs investment deal with train parts maker CRRC Guangdong

Deal marks Hong Kong rail giant’s first investment in Guangdong’s railway equipment industry, in bid to gain more access to Greater Bay Area market.

Hong Kong society

Opinion | Hong Kong officials must address concerns over large-scale projects

Development projects are subject to rigorous checks. If convinced of their public interest, the government should do more to address people’s concerns.

People throng the Tsim Sha Tsui waterfront on the July 1 holiday this year. No doubt New World Development has benefitted from the revitalisation of the promenade, but the project has also created a more vibrant and welcoming waterfront for everyone. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong transport

How mainland China standards will bring Hong Kong cheaper, faster northern line

Lawmaker says railway construction in Hong Kong costs about HK$1 billion per kilometre, roughly 10 times higher than on the mainland.

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The Kwu Tung MTR station is expected to be completed in 2027. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong politics

My Take | Building railways as ‘one country, one system’ may save Hong Kong a lot of money

Adopting mainland standards to build the mass transit links for the Northern Metropolis can reduce construction costs by up to 30%.

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Hong Kong politics

Will speeding up rail line for Northern Metropolis entice Hong Kong developers?

Government’s deal with MTR Corp that brings forward completion of spur line should make project more appealing to developers, but will they bite?

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Northern Metropolis

Editorial | Northern Metropolis rail links must be completed on time as pledged

The adoption of mainland rail standards and other breakthroughs will help, but it’s up to the government and MTR to ensure progress.

An aerial view of the site for Kwu Tung MTR station, part of the Northern Link railway. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong transport

‘Better to be a dog’: Hong Kong lawmakers call for women-only areas on transport

Government dismisses suggestion to introduce a scheme, likened to that for pets, despite sexual harassment concerns on public transport.

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Lawmakers have criticised the government’s reluctance to introduce women-only areas on trains and buses in Hong Kong amid growing concerns over sexual harassment on public transport. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong transport

‘Using mainland Chinese standards for Hong Kong rail project can cut costs by 30%’

Highways Department also says cost of first phase of Northern Link is HK$31.4 billion and construction set to begin in 2027.

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Hong Kong transport

Major rail links in Hong Kong’s Northern Metropolis to be completed 2 years early

Deal between MTR Corp and government involves HK$39.05 billion in financing from land premiums and gives momentum to project.

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Accidents and personal safety

4 injured after man on Hong Kong escalator feels unwell, falls into 3 others

Source says man, 33, and his mother, 62, were on ascending escalator when he suddenly developed leg cramp and fell backwards.

Police have said the incident took place at Lam Tin MTR station. Photo: Facebook/麗港城討論區
Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong train driver’s antics have passengers laughing as MTR clips go viral

Social media users widely circulating clip of driver’s announcement, while two other incidents involving MTR staff also win praise.

Hong Kong economy

Letters | Hong Kong’s best chapters are still unwritten

Readers discuss the progress Hong Kong has made, the impact of the national security law, and the city’s transport infrastructure.

Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong’s MTR Corp to carry out one-off inspection of critical rail assets

Move follows calls from Chief Executive John Lee for rail firm to improve on ‘inadequacies’ in emergency response, contingency planning.

The MTR Corp has introduced the plan after experiencing a series of recent service disruptions. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong’s MTR Corporation to promote managing director Jeny Yeung to CEO

Yeung will succeed Jacob Kam in the role and has been tasked with leading the Hong Kong rail giant through a transformation.

Jeny Yeung will be promoted to CEO of the MTR Corporation at the start of next year. Photo: Photo: MTRC
Hong Kong tourism

Explainer | What is the ‘Hong Kong Summer Viva’ campaign? And what deals are on offer?

Hong Kong is launching summer campaign to electrify spending among tourists and locals, with transport, hotel and other sectors taking part.

Hong Kong tourism

Letters | Let’s understand ‘check-in’ culture, not judge mainland Chinese tourists

Readers discuss ‘check-in’ tourism, the revamp of MTR information boards, and better outcomes for single-parent families.

SCMP Highlights

‘Uncertain future’ for US, Hong Kong MTR’s allure: 5 weekend reads

From mainland Chinese tourists posing in Hong Kong MTR stations to Trump’s army parade, here are five stories you may have missed over the weekend.

US President Donald Trump takes part in a reenlistment ceremony for US Army soldiers during a military parade commemorating the Army’s 250th anniversary on Saturday in Washington. Photo: AP
Art

Hong Kong history, one tile square at a time

Hong Kong’s ubiquitous mismatched mosaics have become sought-after reminders of yesteryear, artist Adrian Wong shows.

An Adrian Wong installation at the “Oi! Spotlight: With Love from Hong Kong” exhibition. Photo: courtesy Oil Street Art Space
Hong Kong society

Why are mainland Chinese tourists posing in front of MTR stations in Hong Kong?

On the RedNote social media platform alone, #HongKongMTR has about 110 million views. The reason is not so black and white.

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Hong Kong society

Hong Kong football fans buzzing as Kai Tak Stadium era off to winning start

Stoppage-time penalty earns win over India, as more than 40,000 enjoy ‘incredible’ atmosphere.

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