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An MTR train at Tsuen Wan station. Photo: Jelly Tse
MTR Corporation

Hong Kong MTR Corp pay rise below expectations: union

Most non-managerial staff to get salary increases from 1.6 to 3.84 per cent for the 2026-27 financial year, firm says.

Greater Bay Airlines

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

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Accidents and personal safety

Man injured after lithium battery catches fire on Hong Kong bus

US, Israel war on Iran

More Hong Kong drivers head to mainland China to refuel as oil prices rise

Previously, residents were topping up their tanks once or twice a month, but they are now making weekly trips, automobile association says.

A petrol station in Mong Kok. Hong Kong’s pump prices have surpassed HK$30 per litre for both petrol and diesel. Photo: Jelly Tse
MTR Corporation

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.

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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Hong Kong society

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.

Passengers disembark from a ferry arriving at Central. Photo: Sun Yeung
Hong Kong Airlines

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

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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Hong Kong economy

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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Pump prices are expected to climb further this week amid rising Middle East tensions. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong taxis

‘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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Starting from April 1, 2026, all taxis must provide passengers with at least two electronic payment methods. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong urged to review fuel prices amid ‘unfair’ cost increase accusations

City’s automobile association says fuel cost increases not warranted as petrol currently on sale is from stockpile before conflict erupted in Middle East.

Hong Kong

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.

Middle East

Air freight costs for China shippers may jump 30% as Middle East airspace closes

China-Europe cargo flights face longer routes and higher fuel costs after Middle East airspace closures, the Hong Kong Association of Freight Forwarding & Logistics says.

The Hong Kong association said on Tuesday it was still evaluating the war’s impact on ocean freight. Photo: Elson Li
US, Israel war on Iran

Over 580 Hongkongers stranded in Middle East and seeking help

Cathay Pacific has extended flight suspensions to Dubai and Riyadh until March 14.

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A projectile is seen over the sky in the UAE. Photo: AP
Hongkong Post

Hongkong Post’s airmail services to 24 countries affected by strikes in Middle East

Public postal service suspends airmail to Saudi Arabia and United Arab Emirates, affecting ‘services transiting through these locations’.

Cathay Pacific

Cathay passengers bemoan refund policies as US, Israel exchange strikes with Iran

Passengers stranded at Hong Kong airport after flights to Riyadh, Dubai and other destinations in Middle East cancelled.

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Hong Kong taxis

More than 40,000 Hong Kong cabbies register to accept Octopus payments

On April 1, all cabbies will be required to offer at least two electronic payment options to passengers.

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Authorities have stipulated that cabbies must offer at least one QR code option alongside a non-scanning alternative. Photo: Jelly Tse
US, Israel war on Iran

35 Hong Kong to Mideast flights disrupted, with more expected after attack on Iran

Passengers already packing Hong Kong airport to inquire about suspended departures to Riyadh, Doha and Qatar from day before.

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Hong Kong environmental issues

Opinion | The high price of Hong Kong’s slow switch to electric buses and taxis

Slow electrification undermines the city’s green ambitions and squanders a chance to secure its role as a Greater Bay Area innovation hub.

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Hong Kong taxis

Aspiring taxi drivers taking tests each month up 30% after simplified assessment

‘The average monthly number of candidates has now risen to around 1,800,’ transport chief Mable Chan says.

Hong Kong taxi drivers gather at Hong Kong International Airport in Chek Lap Kok. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong budget 2026-27

Commercial EV use needs boost after car owner tax break ends, green groups say

Environmentalists back move to end first registration tax concessions for private electric cars, say focus must pivot to businesses.

EVs account for 16 per cent of the total number of vehicles in Hong Kong. Photo: Jelly Tse
Road safety in Hong Kong

Letters | A fourth cross-harbour tunnel could link Kennedy Town to Tsing Yi

Readers discuss a new harbour crossing, road safety, election campaign spending, and tariff refunds.

Transport and logistics

Editorial | New standards will drive safer railway development in Hong Kong

The latest rule book is expected to improve speed and efficiency in the execution of railway projects, reducing construction times and costs.

Hong Kong

Hong Kong’s MTR Corp to launch new Tsuen Wan line signalling system in March

Line upgrade marks a key step in the corporation’s HK$65 billion plan to modernise the city’s urban rail network by 2029.

Hong Kong’s MTR Corporation will begin operating its long-awaited new signalling system on the Tsuen Wan line on March 15. Photo: Elson Li
Autonomous vehicles

Hong Kong autonomous vehicle tests move up a gear with longer routes

Routes on the North Lantau trial will cover up to 43.2km, with more vehicles allowed to operate at the same time.

The route extensions cover Tung Chung and Sunny Bay on Lantau Island. Photo: Nora Tam
Mable Chan

Hong Kong launches own rail standards to boost efficiency and cut costs

New standards will enable use of a broader selection of advanced construction technologies, materials, equipment and systems for railway projects.

Airport Authority Hong Kong

Editorial | Hong Kong airport’s second terminal will help the city reach new heights

The expansion of the city’s airport is poised to reap dividends for passengers, aviation business partners and the regional economy.

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