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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.
A Leapmotor facility in Jinhua, China. Photo: AFP
Electric & new energy vehicles

Exclusive | Stellantis, Leapmotor near decision on European production

Leapmotor says production costs likely to rise by 10 per cent compared with former Poland plant, but has no plans to raise prices.

Hong Kong society

Editorial | Proposed Hung Hom marina is as exciting as it is challenging

Electric & new energy vehicles

EV battery maker CATL seeks new growth in clean tech ahead of Hong Kong listing

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Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong should pump brakes on driverless technology push: industry veterans

But lawmaker says city’s infrastructure and legislative framework may be attractive to international companies in sector.

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A safety operator sits in an Apollo Go robotaxi in Wuhan, Hubei province. Photo: Coco Feng
Hong Kong transport

Taxis and ride-hailing services can coexist in Hong Kong, transport chief says

Transport secretary says coming regulation of online ride-hailing platforms will be driven by the needs of the public.

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China exports

World’s biggest car carrier sets sail from China, highlighting export ambitions

With a maximum capacity of 9,500 vehicles, Anji Ansheng is the world’s largest car carrier, beating a record only set late last month.

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United States

Opinion | Thanks to Trump, we now have a profound appreciation of supply chains

The US president’s tariffs revealed the fragility of the global trading system, highlighting the costs of disrupting intricate supply chains.

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Wind power equipment is prepared for loading onto ships for export at the Lianyungang port in Jiangsu province, China, on May 10. Photo: Costfoto/NurPhoto via Getty Images
Electric & new energy vehicles

Chinese carmakers race to develop flying cars after rivalry in EV market

The government forecasts the low-altitude mobility economy will increase more than fivefold to US$486 billion by 2035 from last year.

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Hong Kong transport

Real-name system slashes misuse of Hong Kong’s HK$2 subsidy travel scheme

Despite significant drop in misuse cases, the scheme is still projected to cost the government HK$6 billion annually.

US-China trade war

Tariff flux leaves Chinese car-parts makers in limbo on global growth plans

The fluid tariff situation makes planning difficult, particularly with regard to offshore investment, S&P analysts say.

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A worker puts finishing touches to wheels for exports at a factory in Suqian in Jiangsu province. Photo: Getty Images
US-China trade war

Shipping demand set to explode as firms rush to exploit US-China tariff pause

The surge in container traffic could be so large that it creates bottlenecks and delays at American ports, analysts warn.

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Container shipping traffic along Pacific routes is set to surge during a 90-day tariff truce between China and the United States. Photo: Eugene Lee
Trade

Trump’s tariffs, port fees will force shipping firms to adapt: chamber head

Chinese dominance of shipbuilding is a ‘reality’ that will not change no matter what fees the US applies, Guy Platten says.

The Philippines

Philippines confirms US funding for railway project amid foreign aid freeze

Move indicates Washington’s intent to deepen economic cooperation and is ‘good signalling’ for bilateral ties, analysts say.

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Electric & new energy vehicles

BMW, Toyota, Mercedes-Benz recall nearly 70,000 vehicles in China

The large-scale recall follows a series of Chinese measures aimed at improving car safety after an accident involving a Xiaomi EV.

A BMW logo seen at the carmaker’s plant in Berlin, Germany. Photo: dpa
Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Hong Kong must wake up to the dangers of US port and shipping threats

If Hong Kong fails to anticipate and adapt, its long-standing role as an international maritime centre could be destabilised.

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Artificial intelligence

Lost something on a train? How AI is helping people recover their stuff

A new ‘lost-and-found platform’ at various stations and other locations in Japan is having much success in reuniting people with their items.

US-China trade war

China-US container shipments continue to sink under hefty tariff ballast

Report says shippers rushed to move product in first quarter, but then pulled back sharply amid tariff uncertainty.

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Middle East

Trump says US to stop Houthi strikes after rebels pledge to end ship attacks

Ceasefire deal between Yemen’s Houthis and the US does not include sparing Israel, the group said.

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A US F/A-18 fighter jet takes off from the USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier on March 16. Photo: US Navy via AFP
China Future Tech briefing

Pony.ai, Uber to offer robotaxis in Middle East

Partnership will help both parties explore new markets in the Middle East and other international markets, according to statement.

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Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Drones can take the Hong Kong hiking experience to new heights

Drones – for delivery, as guides and even passenger shuttles – can make hiking safer and more engaging and environmentally friendly.

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China economy

My Take | China’s ‘instant commerce’ is no fast fix for low consumer spending

Consumers love instant delivery of everything from clothing to everyday items, but no amount of convenience will address China’s demand problem.

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A delivery courier takes a brake on his scooter in Shanghai on April 28. Photo: EPA-EFE
Malaysia

China rail link in Malaysia’s sights as Bangkok cargo route gets go-ahead

A direct service to Thailand set to begin operations this year would improve connectivity to China, Laos and Central Asia, officials said.

Tourists from Laos and Thailand arrive at a railway station in southwest China’s Yunnan province in February. Photo: Xinhua
Indonesia

Indonesians criticise public transport mandate for Jakarta’s civil servants

The civil servants have to take public transport every Wednesday in the capital, which is ranked the world’s seventh most congested city.

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United States

Opinion | What Trump should do instead to make US manufacturing great again

Instead of competing with China in shipping, rare earths or EVs, the president should target leading-edge industries like aerospace and quantum computing.

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US-China trade war

First blood? Trump’s trade war starts to bite as China’s cargo shipments slump

US tariffs are beginning to take a toll – but some analysts believe Beijing could still achieve 5 per cent GDP target.

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Trucks move past piles of containers stacked at a container terminal port on the Yangtze River in southwest China’s Chongqing Municipality on April 20. Photo: AP
India

What will happen to China’s rejected Boeing planes? India may have an answer

If Indian carriers can acquire the jets, it could ease capacity issues and boost the country’s aviation growth.

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A Boeing 737 Max airliner taxis for an evaluation flight in Seattle. India’s airlines may acquire China-rejected Boeing jets. Photo: AFP
Law

Legal Tales | Hong Kong ride-hailing regulations can draw lessons from US, UK, Singapore

New framework should deter unhealthy competition and conflict, enabling taxis and ride-hailing services to complement each other.

China airliners

China’s C919 stuck on tarmac in Europe as certification timeline extended

European regulator says approval for the C919 could take three to six years, dashing hopes China’s jet would pass inspection in 2025.

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