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The carrier earlier announced it would resume direct flights between the city and the Gold Coast in Australia. Photo: Airbus

Hong Kong Airlines to return to North America next year with Vancouver route

Chairman Yan Bo says service will be back on January 18 as part of ‘transformation’ from regional carrier into international airline.

Meituan aims to launch meal deliveries by drones in Hong Kong

Hongkongers heading to airport urged to take trains during test event

Thousands take on once-in-a-lifetime 10k race along Hong Kong’s newest runway

Before the planes get going, runners got the chance to pick up some speed at the international airport’s new third runway.

A plane comes into land as runners compete in the Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon10km race on the third runway at the city’s international airport. Photo: Eugene Lee

Opinion | Sustainable fuel critical to Hong Kong’s global aviation hub status

Emissions from aviation are growing rapidly, and Hong Kong needs a comprehensive plan to mainstream sustainable aviation fuel use.

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Tech giant Baidu applies to launch autonomous vehicle trials in Hong Kong

Baidu, which operates driverless taxis across the border in Wuhan, wants to test autonomous vehicles at Hong Kong airport.

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Fourth work death in week spurs Hong Kong labour groups to call for change

They say four fatal work-related accidents a consequence of issues such as substandard safety measures and lenient punishments for offenders, among others.

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A workers’ rights advocate says Hong Kong’s multilayered subcontracting system is also to blame for poor site safety. Photo: Edmond So

Shuttle bus at Hong Kong airport hits wingtip of Shandong Airlines plane

Video uploaded to Douyin shows bus scraping its roof on underside of wingtip, with users saying flight to Jinan delayed by seven hours.

Worker falls to his death at terminal under construction at Hong Kong’s airport

Male worker reportedly loses footing on sixth floor of T2 Concourse and falls to fourth floor.

Hong Kong should open up routes, not worry about airport overcapacity: experts

Heads of Airport Authority committee and logistics association say current figures for air traffic less important than city’s longer term goals.

The three-runway system at Hong Kong International Airport will begin operations on November 28. Photo: Sam Tsang

Hong Kong’s 3-runway system to start operating on November 28

Acting finance chief Michael Wong calls on aviation stakeholders to capitalise on project, promises authorities will help.

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The 650-hectare project is expected to increase the airport’s capacity by 50 per cent to accommodate 120 million passengers and 10 million tonnes of cargo annually. Photo: Handout

Exclusive | Hongkongers urged to visit Mongolia, enjoy its wide open spaces

Additional flights and longer visa-free travel will boost tourism and business opportunities, envoy says.

Greater Bay Airlines offers flights to Yonago to woo Hong Kong fans of Japan

Hong Kong carrier first local airline to offer air travel to city in Tottori prefecture, expanding its coverage beyond Tokyo, Osaka.

Typhoon Kong-rey forces 24 Taiwan-bound flights to divert to Hong Kong

Typhoon storm has caused 1,429 reported incidents as of 8pm on Thursday, including one fatality and 73 injuries across Taiwan, according to local media.

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Passengers affected by flight delays caused by Typhoon Kang-rey at Taoyuan International Airport in Taiwan. Photo: CNA

Cathay’s Hong Kong-Riyadh flights ‘will unlock business, travel opportunities’

Hong Kong flag carrier has relaunched a direct passenger service to the Saudi Arabian capital Riyadh, with the first flight on Monday.

Paul Chan is leading a delegation to the Saudi Arabian capital. Photo: SCMP

Hong Kong to issue HK$10 billion in bonds for ‘landmark’ Airport City project

Fred Lam, the Airport Authority’s chairman, says project not just a ‘bus stop’ but one to drive tourists to Hong Kong.

Hong Kong airport to boost gold vault capacity to 1,000 tonnes to lure investors

Airport Authority says it is finalising expansion plan for precious metals depository, as site is ‘reaching full capacity’ due to growing demand.

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On This Day | Hong Kong outlines plans for new international airport – from the SCMP archive

35 years ago, Hong Kong saw the beginning stages of what will become its international airport in Chek Lap Kok.

Aerial view of the Hong Kong International Airport in Chek Lap Kok in June 1998. Photo: Foster + Partners

Hong Kong customs seizes HK$44 million of Ice in ceramics shipment from Kyrgyzstan

Haul is largest from the central Asian country in 20 years and for methamphetamine this year at city’s airport.

Replicas of Kowloon Walled City film sets to be exhibited at Hong Kong airport

Chief executive will attend launch ceremony on Monday; sets ‘rebuilt’ after originals reportedly destroyed.

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3 jailed in Hong Kong over bid to fly man to Australia with fake travel document

Trio jailed for up to 34 months for conspiracy to obtain services by deception over scheme that involved exchanging boarding pass in airport toilet.

A Canadian man and a mainland Chinese traveller were arrested at Hong Kong International Airport in November last year over the scheme. Photo: Elson Li

Cathay business lounge at Hong Kong airport forced to close after fire, evacuations

Staff on duty promptly alerted firefighters of the incident at the lounge’s supporting facilities on Saturday morning, carrier says.

The carrier’s lounge has been closed after guests and staff were evacuated. Photo: Facebook/Hong Kong Airport Live Discussion Forum

‘Double happiness’: Hong Kong’s 2 new pandas set for Christmas unveiling

Chief Secretary Eric Chan hails arrival of An An and Ke Ke ahead of National Day holiday period, as Ocean Park prepares for December debut.

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Singapore Airlines offers Hong Kong fliers tickets discounted by up to 60%

Move set to put pressure on Cathay Pacific to also offer discounts as competition among regional rivals intensifies.

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Hong Kong’s Greater Bay Airlines to serve 3 more destinations in Japan

Airline will operate flights to Yonago in Tottori prefecture, Tokushima prefecture on Shikoku island and Sendai in Miyagi prefecture.

Greater Bay Airlines currently flies to seven destinations. Photo: May Tse

Christmas gifts: giant pandas An An and Ke Ke to meet Hongkongers in December

Bears get official welcome at ceremony attended by Chief Secretary Eric Chan and tourism minister Kevin Yeung at the airport.

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An An and Ke Ke arrive at Hong Kong International Airport. Photo: Elson Li

Editorial | Excitement on home run for Hong Kong’s VIP pandas

Bears will be given state-leader treatment and police motorcade on arrival in city, where they are sure to lift spirits.

‘Sichuan-flavoured’ food to help incoming pandas adjust to new Hong Kong home

Pandas will be met by city’s No 2 official in a welcoming ceremony at Hong Kong airport.

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9 September, 2024
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