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Uber has sent an email to its 1.5 million users and 30,000 drivers in Hong Kong, warning of possible higher fares and loss of income under new regulations proposed by the government. Photo: Jelly Tse
Uber

Uber warns Hong Kong users of higher fares, longer wait times under proposal

Some drivers oppose vehicle quota under government’s proposed regulations, as limit on numbers would eliminate those who drive part time.

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Cathay Pacific

Cathay budget carrier HK Express upbeat on growth despite Japan flight cuts

Accidents and personal safety

Hong Kong police arrest truck owner after woman trapped in bus stop crash dies

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Hong Kong

Air India told to explain after Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner turns back to Hong Kong

Delhi-bound plane returns safely to Hong Kong after pilot suspects technical issue less than 30 minutes into flight.

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An Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner. Photo: Shutterstock
Hong Kong

Hong Kong police start issuing digital parking fines, but some drivers puzzled

More publicity needed for digital system that began operation on Sunday, one motorist says, while another driver is worried about having to check phone often.

Hong Kong society

Opinion | No way should Hong Kong bail out taxi licence holders

Their cause was lost the moment they treated a public transport permit as a tradeable asset. Government is right to focus on public interest.

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Hong Kong

Hongkongers may have to pay higher tolls at Aberdeen Tunnel, Shing Mun Tunnels

Authorities planning to raise toll to HK$8 for both tunnels, up from HK$5, to help recoup annual losses, source says.

The Aberdeen Tunnel. The current flat fee of HK$5 for all vehicles has been unchanged for 34 years. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong

Hong Kong passes bill to launch electronic driving licences in September

Lawmakers raise concerns over HK$12.5 million cost to develop mobile application for initiative.

Aviation

Hong Kong flights to 2 Japanese cities cut over sluggish tourism and quake fears

Hong Kong Airlines says affected passengers can rebook for other destinations, while those opting for refunds will be offered travel vouchers.

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Hong Kong economy

Letters | To make a marina tourism splash, Hong Kong needs more than infrastructure

Readers discuss the city’s yacht berth plans, ferry service coverage, and halal certification system.

A view of Marina at Keppel Bay in Singapore in 2020. Photo: Getty Images
Hong Kong courts

Struggling Hong Kong taxi driver ‘accidentally’ put into chokehold, inquest told

Coroner’s Court is re-examining the death of taxi driver Chan Fai-wong, 65, in December 2012, a month after his arrest.

Police officer Lam Wai-wing testified at the inquest into the 2012 death of a taxi driver. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong

Hong Kong shouldn’t let lack of space hold up Guangdong driver scheme: minister

Mable Chan says plan to allow Guangdong residents to drive to city will have strict controls, as lawmakers raise concerns over parking capacity.

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Hong Kong taxis

Hong Kong needs route for taxis, ride-hailing firms to co-exist: lawmakers

Owners blame ride-hailing services for their taxi licences falling in value but legislators say there is more to it.

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Hong Kong taxis

Hong Kong leader rejects taxi licence buy-back amid ride-hailing competition

John Lee pledges regulatory framework for online platforms, but urges taxi drivers to improve service in the face of criticism.

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Taxi industry leaders earlier proposed that the government repurchase licences that have depreciated due to competition from online ride-hailing services. Photo: May Tse
Hong Kong

Editorial | Fairer fees at end of tunnel for Hong Kong motorists following shake-up

Hopes rise for more equitable system after last such facility created under build-operate-transfer model is handed over to Hong Kong government.

Toll booths at Tai Lam Tunnel were removed on May 31 and replaced by an electronic payment system. Photo: Sun Yeung
Uber

Hong Kong can support taxi sector by using levies to create fund: Uber executive

Ride-hailing company’s global head of public policy says city can learn from how Australia adapted to platform’s entry into market.

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MTR Corporation

Letters | On escalators and around MTR stations, let’s be mindful of each other

Readers discuss public transport etiquette, opening up pedestrian streets on weekends, and online ideas spreading among teenagers.

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Accidents and personal safety

Critically injured Hong Kong officer ‘did what he needed to do’: police chief

Constable, 31, who fell 10 metres at flyover crash site has regained consciousness but remains in intensive care, police chief says.

The police vehicle had stopped on the road for another traffic incident and was hit from behind. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong minibus operators hail arrival of over 800 drivers from mainland China

Temporary scheme should be extended to steer sector to safety and plug gaps in ageing workforce, operators say.

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Accidents and personal safety

9 injured in collision involving taxi, private car near Hong Kong Disneyland

Incident happened on Tuesday afternoon at junction on Magic Road when the private car struck the taxi while turning.

Hong Kong workers/labour rights

Letters | Keeta’s dangerous order-grabbing mechanism should be scrapped

Readers discuss the safety hazard posed by Keeta’s system design, the heavy fine slapped on MTR Corp, the taxi licence system, and the jaywalking penalty.

A worker delivers food in Central district on May 28. Keeta’s order-grabbing system prioritises speed over road safety. Photo: Edmond So
Hong Kong Airlines

Exclusive | Hong Kong Airlines to open routes to Urumqi, Melbourne after resolving debt woes

Carrier chief Jeff Sun says it has become a ‘financially sound airline’ with strong investor backing’, more services and plans for a rebrand.

Hong Kong Airlines has managed to weather its debt crisis and rebuilt itself after a major restructuring. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong

Traffic at Hong Kong’s Tai Lam Tunnel up 10% on first working day under government

City’s transport chief says authorities will also review pricing at Aberdeen and Shing Mun Tunnels amid roll-out of e-toll payment system.

Hong Kong society

Opinion | Hong Kong needs ‘burning’ government urgency on ticket scalping too

The chief executive feels a ‘burning urgency’ to develop the Northern Metropolis. How about tackling some perennial problems as well?

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Hong Kong

Exclusive | Hong Kong Airlines to expand pet-in-cabin and family-friendly services

Carrier’s president also reveals plans to introduce new family-friendly products that will benefit children and the elderly.

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Hong Kong Airlines customer Yolly Chan says she would recommend the carrier’s pet-in-cabin service to friends. Photo: Nora Tam
Hong Kong society

Editorial | Hong Kong private firms walking in the right direction

An initiative that will see companies build 10 pedestrian links in bustling areas in exchange for waivers on land premiums is a positive step.

Two Queensway Bridge in Admiralty opened in late April to connect Pacific Place, Harcourt Garden, Admiralty MTR station, government headquarters and commercial buildings. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong

New toll system, cheaper fees in place as Hong Kong’s Tai Lam Tunnel handed over

Government takes control of 3.8km tunnel after consortium’s 30-year franchise ends.

Smoking and vaping

Letters | Tobacco industry’s sly promotion tactics must be countered with force

Readers discuss the harm of e-cigarettes and flavoured vapes, how mediation can help resolve US-China trade dispute, the reason for MTR’s fare rebates, and threats to bomb Iran nuclear sites.

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