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MTR Corporation
MTR Corporation
The Mass Transit Railway Corporation operates Hong Kong's railway system. It is also a major property developer and landlord in the city and is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange.
An aerial view of Hong Kong on May 19, 2025. Photo: AFP
Hong Kong economy

Letters | An orderly Hong Kong can remain open and outward-looking

Readers discuss Western media reactions to the Jimmy Lai case sentencing, the city’s roads, and the need for public bodies to do more to protect residents’ interests.

Lunar New Year

Letters | As we celebrate the Lunar New Year, let’s ensure we do better by horses

Hong Kong society

Large section of ceiling plunges into Hong Kong estate’s indoor pool

Hong Kong economy

How Hong Kong will signal gallop towards prosperity with Lunar New Year fireworks

As the city prepares to welcome the Year of the Horse, the SCMP takes a look at the highlights of the spectacle and where best to watch it.

Themed “Prosperity Gallops Across Hong Kong,” the fireworks show will feature vibrant elements inspired by the energy and spirit of horses. Photo: HKJC
Hong Kong society

Did Hong Kong souvenir shop tread on IP rights with viral ‘MTR station’ wall?

Wall featured signs nearly identical to ones found in rail stations before workers took down lettering.

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Hong Kong economy

From fireworks to racing, how Hong Kong is celebrating the Year of the Horse

Here is your guide to events beginning on February 17 ushering in the new year.

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Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong’s West Kowloon arts hub secures HK$3 billion, 10-year loan facility

Deal, together with US$1 billion bond issuance in tranches, will help operator meet financing challenges until property project generates revenue.

Construction at the West Kowloon Cultural District. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong economy

Editorial | Critical review needed to keep Hong Kong’s rail operations on track

While the MTR still has a fine reputation, the latest service disruption signals that various protocols need to be evaluated.

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong braces for 11.38 million trips during Lunar New Year travel rush

Projected figure marks 16 per cent increase from last year, according to Immigration Department.

Hong Kong transport

MTR Corp under pressure to explain if human error behind Island line shutdown

‘Unless they encountered an unprecedented mechanical failure, the chances of human error are nowhere near low,’ ex-lawmaker Gary Zhang says.

Train services between Sheung Wan and Quarry Bay stations were suspended shortly after the Island line began operating at 6.07am on Wednesday. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong society

Letters | In Hong Kong, ‘animal-friendly’ should be the default setting

Readers discuss how Hong Kong can become a genuinely animal-friendly city, and the implementation of pet-friendly regulations.

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Dogs and their owners take the Star Ferry during a “Shipcation” organised by the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals in 2023. Photo: Xiaomei Chen
Hong Kong transport

MTR Corp says sorry after chaotic 1½-hour disruption on Hong Kong Island line

‘The incident is very rare. We attach great importance to it and will conduct an in-depth investigation,’ rail operator says.

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Hong Kong transport

New rail routes to mainland China nearly sold out ahead of Lunar New Year

All classes of tickets from Hong Kong’s West Kowloon Station to 14 of 16 new mainland stops fully booked from Friday through next Sunday.

Hong Kong transport

400 evacuated after power bank catches fire on Hong Kong MTR train

Footage circulating online appears to show black bag on fire and emitting thick white smoke inside train carriage.

Footage circulating online appears to show a black bag on fire and emitting thick white smoke inside a train carriage. Photo: Threads/kenophk2001
Hong Kong transport

Editorial | MTR’s embrace of green bonds an example for other Hong Kong firms

While local companies have been slow to take up ESG, the MTR Corporation’s record bond issuance shows there is investor interest in supporting the environment.

People visit “Harbour Station” at the Wan Chai harbourfront on January 13. Two retired train cars donated by the MTR Corporation are now displayed at the waterfront as a tourist attraction. Photo: Sun Yeung
Hong Kong transport

MTR Corp raises record A$2 billion in first Australian dollar green bond sale

‘We are delighted with the very positive response from investors,’ MTR finance director says.

Hong Kong transport

MTR Corp offers sweeteners to get all aboard for expanded mainland China service

Limited-time offer will start from Tuesday and coincides with launch of 16 new mainland destinations, including stops at Nanjing and Wuxi.

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Hong Kong property

Hong Kong homebuyers keep up demand as new launches draw brisk sales

Two-thirds of Park Seasons’ latest batch sold by midafternoon on Saturday, while Kabitat Tin Hau sold out a day earlier.

The Kabitat in Tin Hau. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong tourism

Expansion of Hong Kong high-speed rail services ‘game-changing’ for tourism

Addition of 16 new mainland destinations will also meet peak travel demand of Lunar New Year holiday, tourism body chief says.

Hong Kong transport

Seats sell out on Hong Kong’s new high-speed rail routes to mainland China

Business-class seats on the January 26 train to Nanjing South, priced at HK$3,136, were sold out by Monday afternoon.

Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong to offer direct high-speed rail access to 16 more mainland Chinese stops

Sleeper train service from Hong Kong to Shanghai will also be upgraded to daily runs due to strong demand, MTR Corp says.

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Passengers wait to depart from West Kowloon station. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong transport

Editorial | High-speed rail link helps keep Hong Kong on track for economic recovery

While rising ridership figures are a sign of progress in Greater Bay Area integration, the city must do more to adapt and attract the travellers of tomorrow.

Passengers arrive at the West Kowloon high-speed railway station on New Year’s Day. Photo: Edmond So
Animal welfare in Hong Kong

1,200 dogs allowed to travel on Hong Kong’s major rail lines for fundraiser event

Special arrangement between SPCA and MTR Corp is for Dogathon 2026, which will take place at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort on March 1.

Hong Kong transport

Passengers made 30 million trips in 2025 with Hong Kong’s high-speed rail line

MTR Corporation also says cumulative patronage since service launch in September 2018 recently surpassed 100 million passenger journeys.

Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong’s Route 6 set to fully open in 2026, transport chief Mable Chan says

New route will slash travel time between Tseung Kwan O and Yau Ma Tei from 65 minutes to just 12, Chan says.

The Tseung Kwan O Cross Bay Link and Tseung Kwan O-Lam Tin Tunnel opened to traffic in December 2022. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong economy

Architect of Hong Kong’s Octopus card retires with dreams of ‘tap-free’ access

Chief operations officer Sammy Kam and marketing director Rita Li look back on the highs and lows of their careers in a cutting-edge company.

Rita Li, the sales and marketing director for Octopus, and chief operations officer Sammy Kam hold up items of memorabilia at their office in Kowloon Bay. Photo: Edmond So
Hong Kong tourism

Thousands stuck for hours at Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge on Christmas Day

Immigration Department figures show Hong Kong residents made about 644,000 outbound trips by 9pm on Thursday.

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Hong Kong society

Christmas Eve crowds gather in Hong Kong but festive atmosphere ‘more subdued’

Families at the Tsim Sha Tsui waterfront say celebrations are more muted this year after the deadly Tai Po fire last month.

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