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Hong Kong’s Airport Express was a leap forward when it made its debut in 1998. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong high-speed rail

Opinion | Why Hong Kong needs an inter-airport rail link with Shenzhen

The city risks becoming marginalised if it does not improve its connectivity with the Greater Bay Area and mainland high-speed rail networks.

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Hong Kong

New Hong Kong bypass to open on December 21, cut Kai Tak commute to 5 minutes

Hong Kong

Nearly 2,400 Guangdong drivers apply for cross-border entry scheme into Hong Kong

Aviation

Hong Kong’s Greater Bay Airlines leads way with refunds amid Japan travel alerts

Airlines in mainland China, Hong Kong and Macau have announced flexible arrangements for Japan-bound flights as tensions simmer in region.

Greater Bay Airlines and Cathay Pacific aircraft at Hong Kong International Airport. Photo: May Tse
Hong Kong International Airport

Self-funded pilot programme takes off as HK Express hires 11 graduates

Airline takes on 11 of 15 graduates from the Hong Kong International Aviation Academy to help fuel rapid expansion plans.

Aviation

Hong Kong travel firm sees interest in Japan tours drop 20% amid regional tensions

Travel agency CEO says some customers asking to withdraw from Japan, following travel warning by China’s foreign affairs ministry.

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Accidents and personal safety

7 injured after minibus collides with car, crashes into bus stop in Hong Kong

Injured comprise minibus driver and six female passengers, according to force.

Seven people have been injured after a minibus collided with a car in Hong Kong’s Ma On Shan and then crashed into a bus stop. Photo: Handout
Accidents and personal safety

Probe cites engine surge in Emirates cargo plane crash that killed 2 in Hong Kong

Experts who analysed preliminary report by Air Accident Investigation Authority say it is unusual for a plane to accelerate after touching down.

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Hong Kong courts

Hong Kong tram accident that killed girl, 3, was ‘inevitable’, court hears

Based on calculation of speed, braking distance, other factors, investigator says driver only had 0.9 seconds to stop vehicle upon realising danger.

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong driving schools slammed over opaque fees, insufficient training hours

Consumer watchdog says courses at 11 driving schools fell short of 30-hour training requirement, forcing students to buy extra lessons.

Hong Kong driving schools have been slammed by the consumer watchdog over opaque fees. Photo: SamTsang
Hong Kong International Airport

3,000 mainland Chinese, Macau drivers join Hong Kong ‘Park and Fly’ scheme

Automatic park facility, where users can leave vehicles and reach airport check-in counters within 30 minutes, welcomes first patrons on Saturday.

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The first car arrives at Hong Kong airport’s Park and Fly facility. Photo: Edmond So
Uber

Uber urges Hong Kong to adopt ‘flexible’ driver quota based on service metrics

Ride-hailing firm executive says flexible, dynamic quota system could ensure accurate reflection, adjustment of market based on rider demand.

Accidents and personal safety

Passengers escape injury as double-decker bus mounts divider on Hong Kong road

Accident occurred at about 8am on New Clear Water Bay Road, near Lee On Road, and involved a KMB bus travelling in the uphill direction.

Hong Kong

Hong Kong’s MTR Corp faces renewed backlash over station sign changes

Complaints mount over ‘Amoy Gardens’ exit sign replacement at Kowloon Bay station shortly after rail giant reinstates public estate names at Ho Man Tin.

The MTR restored the names of two public housing estates to an exit at Ho Man Tin station after facing a backlash for replacing them with the name of the new luxury estate (top). Photo: Handout
Hong Kong

Hong Kong’s West Kowloon arts hub tests new ferry service link from Central

Arts hub CEO Betty Fung says new offering is part of plans to create travel links from across city’s attractions.

The new WestK Ferry route takes about eight minutes to shuttle between the art hub’s newly built WestK Quay and Central Pier No 9. Photo: Sam Tsang
From our archives

On This Day | Hong Kong discontinues trial all-night tram service in 1990 – SCMP archive

On November 10, 1990, Hong Kong Tramways put a stop to the trial service after receiving noise complaints from district boards.

Airport Authority Hong Kong

Hong Kong passengers stuck on Starlux plane for 4 hours after sudden taxiway stop

Screams reported on board as flight to Taipei stopped on its way to the runway over a suspected oil leak, leaving 185 passengers stuck.

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Hong Kong

First batch of ‘partner ports’ to be revealed at coming Hong Kong Maritime Week

Transport secretary says partner ports in mainland China, countries under Belt and Road Initiative will be announced at event beginning November 16.

A view of Hong Kong’s Kwai Tsing Container Terminals in Tsing Yi. Photo: Dickson Lee
China travel

Editorial | Steps to make Hong Kong-mainland China travel more efficient are welcome

Recent measures underline Beijing’s awareness of the need to ease entry and exit restrictions which could hold back the pace of integration.

Cathay Pacific

Hong Kong’s Cathay aims to buy back HK$6.96 billion stake held by Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways seeks to sell all 643.07 million shares following major partnership expansion with China Southern Airlines.

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2025 National Games

Hong Kong mega bridge to close as National Games cyclists hit road on Saturday

Journeys to airport could face delays of up to 30 minutes as cyclists race along North Lantau Highway and area surrounding Disneyland.

The 231.8km men’s individual road cycling event will be held across three cities on Saturday, with 55.8km of the race taking place in Hong Kong. Photo: Sam Tsang
The Transport Department (HK)

Opinion | Hong Kong’s road safety laws must be enforced with clarity and care

Safety is non-negotiable, but for long-term adherence to the city’s new rules, people must feel supported rather than policed.

As of this month, drivers of private cars must ensure children under eight years old or shorter than 1.35 metres are secured in appropriate child restraints. Photo: Shutterstock
Airport Authority Hong Kong

Hong Kong airport receives 400 mainland Chinese applications for ‘Park and Fly’

Airport started accepting applications from mainland Chinese travellers ahead of facility’s official opening on November 15.

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Vietnam

HK Express removes couple before take-off after brawl on Vietnam-Hong Kong flight

Flight UO559 on Sunday night delayed by 90 minutes after woman accuses boyfriend of visiting prostitutes and physical abuse, continues fight after boarding.

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Accidents and personal safety

12 hurt, driver arrested after Hong Kong minibus collides with Light Rail train

Minibus driver, 64, arrested after collision derails train in Tuen Mun in early hours.

The Lok Ma Chau-bound minibus rammed into a Light Rail train early on Sunday. Photo: Cable TV News
2025 National Games

Fired up: National Games torch relay gives Hong Kong first taste of excitement

10km relay route showcases Hong Kong’s landmarks as 15th National Games celebrations get under way.

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Hong Kong fencer Kaylin Hsieh at the closing ceremony at Kai Tak Sports Avenue. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Hong Kong must balance superyacht hub ambition with tackling poverty

Hong Kong can’t become China’s Monaco. As it builds marinas to attract the super rich, it must devote equal resources to tackling poverty.

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Mainland China

Hong Kong expands cross-border access to Guangdong motorists under new scheme

Eligible applicants will be able to drive into the city’s urban areas via the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge from December 23.

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