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A sticker advertising Hong Kong’s HK$2 transport subsidy scheme for elderly and disabled passengers, displayed on a bus in Mong Kok. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong transport

Government to launch guide to help elderly Hongkongers with revised HK$2 fares

Welfare chief says authorities will widely publicise changes to scheme, and guide will show commuters best routes to help them save money.

Accidents and personal safety

Truck driver injured as vehicle slams into fire engine on Hong Kong highway

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong to raise postage rates from April 13 amid surging oil prices

Hong Kong transport

Changes to Hong Kong’s HK$2 transport subsidy scheme to kick in on April 3

Under revision, elderly and disabled residents will enjoy flat rate for trips costing HK$10 or less, pay 20 per cent of fares exceeding threshold.

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A sticker advertising Hong Kong’s HK$2 transport subsidy scheme is displayed on a minubus in Admiralty. Photo: Elson Li
A sticker advertising Hong Kong’s HK$2 transport subsidy scheme is displayed on a minubus in Admiralty. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong society

Plan for full taxi access to Discovery Bay sparks anger among residents

More than 1,100 people sign petition calling for greater public consultation.

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Hong Kong economy

Flying start for low-altitude economy goals as 100 drone projects proposed

Some pilot projects are set to launch in the first half of the year, transport chief Mable Chan says.

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Hong Kong transport

Bus driver union slams KMB policy to turn off air con when no patrons on board

Motor Transport Workers General Union hits out at bus firm’s measure to save fuel amid surging oil prices triggered by Middle East conflict.

KMB is under fire for its new policies to save on fuel costs. Photo: Jelly Tse
KMB is under fire for its new policies to save on fuel costs. Photo: Jelly Tse
Cathay Pacific

Cathay extends Hong Kong to Middle East flight suspension until end of April

Suspension has already been extended multiple times since joint US-Israeli attack on Iran.

Hong Kong transport

Injured buffalo euthanised after causing rush-hour jam on Hong Kong highway

Part of Tsing Long Highway in Yuen Long was temporarily closed after car hit animal that had wandered into fast lane.

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Hong Kong transport

New system launches smoothly despite minor glitches on MTR’s Tsuen Wan line

Some trains misaligned with platform screen doors, but such teething problems rare as Hong Kong rail operator deploys additional staff to aid service.

A train arrives at Tsuen Wan station. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong transport

Glitches possible as new signalling system starts on Tsuen Wan line: MTR Corp

Train and platform screen doors not aligning properly at stations and automatic speed adjustments on sections of line are possible.

The Tsuen Wan line will start using the new system from the first train on Sunday morning. Photo: Jelly Tse
The Tsuen Wan line will start using the new system from the first train on Sunday morning. Photo: Jelly Tse
Cathay Pacific

Beijing first stop as Cathay launches global drive to hire 3,000 workers

Hong Kong carrier has openings for pilots, flight attendants and engineers as well as vacancies for digital positions.

Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong to boost direct flights, transfer capacity amid Middle East turmoil

Transport chief Mable Chan says authorities ‘seizing opportunity’ presented by aviation disruption to coordinate with local airlines.

Hong Kong transport

Greater Bay Airlines to raise fuel surcharges, joining Hong Kong rivals

Surcharge on flights originating from Hong Kong for all destinations except mainland China and the Maldives will increase by 104 per cent.

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Greater Bay Airlines and Cathay Pacific aircrafts parked at Hong Kong International Airport. Photo: May Tse
Accidents and personal safety

Man injured after lithium battery catches fire on Hong Kong bus

Police received report at 7.21pm of fire on bus travelling along Citybus route E21.

Firefighters arrive at the scene of the blaze. Photo: Handout
Firefighters arrive at the scene of the blaze. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong’s MTR Corp net profit falls 6.9% amid weaker mainland China revenue

Profit drops to HK$14.68 billion with rail giant citing lower mainland and overseas project contributions.

Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific, HK Express to double fuel surcharges on Wednesday as costs surge

‘The price of jet fuel has approximately doubled since March amid the latest developments in the Middle East,’ Cathay says.

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Accidents and personal safety

Man held after Hong Kong bridge crash injures 11, disrupts airport-bound traffic

Man arrested on suspicion of driving while disqualified and using vehicle without third-party insurance.

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Traffic congestion on the Tsing Ma Bridge after the accident. Photo: Sam Tsang
Traffic congestion on the Tsing Ma Bridge after the accident. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong transport

Councillors oppose ferry fare rises for Hong Kong’s outlying island routes

Members of Islands District Council also raise concerns that another fare increase could be sought in response to soaring fuel prices.

Cathay Pacific

Cathay extends flight suspension to Dubai, Riyadh until March 31 amid war

Heightened regional instability has forced airlines to divert flights or avoid certain airspace in Middle East entirely as a precaution.

Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong Airlines to raise fuel surcharges by up to 35% amid oil price surge

Airline becomes first local carrier to raise fuel surcharges, with South Asia routes hit hardest amid escalating conflict in the Middle East.

Hong Kong Airlines will raise its fuel surcharges by up to 35.2 per cent amid soaring oil prices driven by conflicts in the Middle East. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong transport

E-payments to attract more riders, cut fare disputes: Hong Kong taxi industry

Representative says industry ready for April 1 requirement, with about 90 per cent of taxi drivers already registered with e-payment platforms.

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About 90 per cent of taxi drivers are ready to meet the April 1 requirement. Photo: Jelly Tse
About 90 per cent of taxi drivers are ready to meet the April 1 requirement. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong transport

Surcharges considered as Hong Kong fuel prices set to rise amid Iran war

Sector representative says surcharges ‘a reluctant step’, adding many drivers have fixed daily commitments that must be met.

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Hong Kong transport

‘Keep the change’ no more: Hong Kong taxi drivers prepare for shift to e-payments

City’s cabbies required to provide at least two e-payment options by April 1, as part of industry effort to improve service quality.

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Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong authorities propose ferry fare adjustments to keep operators afloat

Proposal includes 12.5 per cent fare rise for one-way trips between Central and piers on Cheung Chau and Lamma, but consolidates fees elsewhere.

Routes set for an increase included the Cheung Chau to Central ferry. Photo: Sun Yeung
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