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- Hong Kong’s Jockey Club moves about 600 horses in and out of Hong Kong every year, turning the city’s airport into the world’s busiest for equine air travel
- The protocol for moving horses across Hong Kong’s border with southern China was established when the Jockey Club helped Guangzhou stage the equestrian event during the 2010 Asian Games
It is hoped the 16km rail system, which runs south from central Jakarta, will relieve the headaches felt by millions of Jakartans who are stuck in traffic for hours a day.
It is hoped the 16km rail system, which runs south from central Jakarta, will relieve the headaches felt by millions of Jakartans who are stuck in traffic for hours a day.
MTR apologises to city residents as trains involved in Monday’s accident removed from main tracks, as government warns of fines to come.
MTR apologises to city residents as trains involved in Monday’s accident removed from main tracks, as government warns of fines to come.
The beleaguered airline, which has a fleet of 119 according to its website, has been forced to ground two-thirds of its planes as it awaits debt restructuring.
The beleaguered airline, which has a fleet of 119 according to its website, has been forced to ground two-thirds of its planes as it awaits debt restructuring.
No rush to roll out new signalling system and tests will be suspended until safety is assured.
No rush to roll out new signalling system and tests will be suspended until safety is assured.
Space and time constraints are making removing trains from tight underground tunnels ‘exceptionally difficult’.
Space and time constraints are making removing trains from tight underground tunnels ‘exceptionally difficult’.
Hong Kong commuters face an extended period of disruption after Monday’s accident, with operations director admitting that clearing the wreckage is taking longer than expected.
Hong Kong commuters face an extended period of disruption after Monday’s accident, with operations director admitting that clearing the wreckage is taking longer than expected.
The SelTrac system is part of MTR Corp’s ‘Rail Gen 2.0’ initiative. Supplied by French company Thales, it was expected to be introduced in 2018, and had already been put back until later this year.
The SelTrac system is part of MTR Corp’s ‘Rail Gen 2.0’ initiative. Supplied by French company Thales, it was expected to be introduced in 2018, and had already been put back until later this year.
Bipartisan bill introduced that claims ‘China poses a clear and present danger to our national security and has already infiltrated our rail and bus manufacturing industries’.
Bipartisan bill introduced that claims ‘China poses a clear and present danger to our national security and has already infiltrated our rail and bus manufacturing industries’.
New software system allowed two trains to pass through crossing at same time MTR managing director Jacob Kam says, as bus, tram and ferry operators put on extra services ahead of evening rush hour.
New software system allowed two trains to pass through crossing at same time MTR managing director Jacob Kam says, as bus, tram and ferry operators put on extra services ahead of evening rush hour.
Complaints against city cabbies are hitting new highs and fares look set to rise, while Uber wins on service and convenience. Some operators are bringing in better models and a new taxi-hailing app, but others say an industry overhaul is called for.
Complaints against city cabbies are hitting new highs and fares look set to rise, while Uber wins on service and convenience. Some operators are bringing in better models and a new taxi-hailing app, but others say an industry overhaul is called for.
Members of professional body accuse Ringo Yu of damaging industry’s reputation after he issued statement saying platforms at Hung Hom were safe, despite government investigation still taking place.
Members of professional body accuse Ringo Yu of damaging industry’s reputation after he issued statement saying platforms at Hung Hom were safe, despite government investigation still taking place.
The Transport Department’s latest attempt to induce civility in commuters was well received but may not work
The Transport Department’s latest attempt to induce civility in commuters was well received but may not work
Facial recognition payment is the next step in evolution of cashless transactions in China, home to the world’s biggest internet population.
Facial recognition payment is the next step in evolution of cashless transactions in China, home to the world’s biggest internet population.
Alibaba’s investment for an almost 15 per cent stake in STO Express comes as the logistics sector becomes a key area of development for China.
Alibaba’s investment for an almost 15 per cent stake in STO Express comes as the logistics sector becomes a key area of development for China.
Civil aviation regulators of British Cayman Islands, China, Ethiopia and Indonesia ordered domestic carriers to stop flying Boeing’s 737 MAX 8 aircraft pending investigations
Civil aviation regulators of British Cayman Islands, China, Ethiopia and Indonesia ordered domestic carriers to stop flying Boeing’s 737 MAX 8 aircraft pending investigations
Uber and Hong Kong’s taxi service both have unique strengths and could learn from one another.
Uber and Hong Kong’s taxi service both have unique strengths and could learn from one another.
Lawmakers have a duty to put aside their political interests and work for the public good
Lawmakers have a duty to put aside their political interests and work for the public good
Remarks by Alan Scott, secretary for transport from 1982 to 1985, come as the government plans to put forward proposals for an electronic road pricing pilot scheme in Central in the first half of this year for consultation.
Remarks by Alan Scott, secretary for transport from 1982 to 1985, come as the government plans to put forward proposals for an electronic road pricing pilot scheme in Central in the first half of this year for consultation.
GAC, which launched the Trumpchi SUV in 2010, will rename the marque on the recommendation of US dealers, its chairman said.
GAC, which launched the Trumpchi SUV in 2010, will rename the marque on the recommendation of US dealers, its chairman said.
The need for more effective enforcement action against illegal parking in Hong Kong is evident, but privacy concerns cannot be easily brushed aside
The need for more effective enforcement action against illegal parking in Hong Kong is evident, but privacy concerns cannot be easily brushed aside
Truck broke down on West Kowloon Highway just before 9.30am on Monday but Western Harbour Tunnel Company, which manages the area, only found out at 10.12am.
Truck broke down on West Kowloon Highway just before 9.30am on Monday but Western Harbour Tunnel Company, which manages the area, only found out at 10.12am.
Online ride-hailing firm will ally with Tin Shing Motors to launch a service called Uber Flash.
Online ride-hailing firm will ally with Tin Shing Motors to launch a service called Uber Flash.
Non-binding motion will go before Legislative Council on March 27 for the unpopular measure, which lawmakers across the political spectrum have opposed.
Non-binding motion will go before Legislative Council on March 27 for the unpopular measure, which lawmakers across the political spectrum have opposed.
Transport minister Frank Chan Fan and team of officials have been lobbying hard but lawmakers across political spectrum fear losing support in district council elections if they back unpopular plan to raise tolls to ease congestion.
Transport minister Frank Chan Fan and team of officials have been lobbying hard but lawmakers across political spectrum fear losing support in district council elections if they back unpopular plan to raise tolls to ease congestion.
Golden Bus, the only cross-border shuttle service on the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge, is averaging 50,000 passengers per day and expects profits in three years.
Golden Bus, the only cross-border shuttle service on the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge, is averaging 50,000 passengers per day and expects profits in three years.
Taxi drivers report increase in business as commuters opt for shorter journey times on the road over crowded MTR.
Taxi drivers report increase in business as commuters opt for shorter journey times on the road over crowded MTR.
Taxi owners should be held responsible if they rent out their vehicle to repeat traffic offenders without any form of advice or retraining.
Taxi owners should be held responsible if they rent out their vehicle to repeat traffic offenders without any form of advice or retraining.