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The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge. Photo: Xinhua
Hong Kong

Hong Kong to add more compatible chargers for Chinese EVs as mainland cars arrive

‘It is an absolute joy to drive straight from Zhuhai to Hong Kong with just one pump of the accelerator,’ mainland driver says on southbound scheme’s first day.

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong’s famed Peak Tram to increase standard fares by up to 40%

Road safety in Hong Kong

Police asked to tackle reckless driving on Hong Kong’s new Central Kowloon Bypass

Mainland China

New section of Hong Kong’s Central Kowloon Bypass to slash travel time by 80%

Transport chief Mable Chan hails new Yau Ma Tei section of bypass, expected to cut cross-Kowloon travel times from 30 minutes to five.

The new 4.7km transport corridor includes a 3.9km, three-lane two-way tunnel linking the Kai Tak Development Area and Kowloon Bay with Yau Ma Tei. Photo: Eugene Lee
MTR Corporation

Hong Kong’s MTR Corp gets green light to plan 7.5km South Island line extension

Transport chief Mable Chan describes the new project as the ‘future power line’ of Southern district.

Hong Kong

Explainer | How Hongkongers can make the best use of new section of Central Kowloon Bypass

The Post looks at the shorter routes that drivers and commuters can take when the Yau Ma Tei section of the Central Kowloon Bypass opens on Sunday.

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Hong Kong

Over 700 mainland Chinese drivers apply to enter Hong Kong under travel scheme

Authorities say number of applications in line with expectations, stressing scheme not expected to worsen traffic conditions.

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The “Southbound Travel for Guangdong Vehicles” scheme allows approved private cars from Guangdong to enter the city directly via the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge. Photo: Martin Chan
Hong Kong

Elior Group begins training workers for Hong Kong aircraft disassembly industry

Company leaders optimistic firm can secure land for operations by third quarter of 2026, but call for tax breaks to boost nascent industry.

MTR Corporation

Hongkongers to change trains at Hung Hom for 2-day Tuen Ma line works in 2026

MTR Corp says disruptions on February 1 and March 8 will add about four to five minutes to journeys and will not affect train frequencies.

Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Hong Kong is stepping up its competitiveness in aviation

By funding upgrades to the airport and signing international aviation deals, the city is proactively working to expand its global reach.

A Cathay Pacific jet takes off from Hong Kong International Airport in Chek Lap Kok on November 28, 2024, the day the third runway was inaugurated. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong

New section of Hong Kong’s Central Kowloon Bypass undergoing final checks

Road under city’s most densely populated urban area will cut peak-hour journey time from Kowloon Bay to Yau Ma Tei down to five minutes.

Project members are conducting final tests for the Yau Ma Tei section of the Central Kowloon Bypass. Photo: Handout
Uber

Hong Kong ride-hailing car quota should reflect Uber’s operating ‘reality’: CEO

Dara Khosrowshahi says firm ‘won’t necessarily object’ to levy on ride-hailing trips to support taxi trade, but it depends on details of regulation.

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

‘The Yau Ma Tei section … designed to bypass congested transport corridors and reduce peak hour journey time,’ John Lee says.

The Yau Ma Tei section of the 4.7km Central Kowloon Bypass is set to open on December 21. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong

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

Only 1,700 picked by computer balloting on Sunday, with successful applicants able to drive into Hong Kong from December 23.

The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge. Nearly 2,400 Guangdong drivers have applied to drive into Hong Kong. Photo: Eugene Lee
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.

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.

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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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China’s foreign ministry issued a warning late on Friday night, urging its people to avoid travelling to Japan as the safety of Chinese citizens there had “continued to deteriorate”. Photo: Getty Images
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.

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.

The three-year-old girl was trapped under the tram in Kennedy Town. Photo: Handout
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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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.

A double-decker KMB bus mounted a central divider on a road in Kowloon during the morning rush hour on Thursday. Photo: Handout
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.

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.

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