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Traffic queues at the entrance of the Central-bound Western Harbour Tunnel in West Kowloon. Photo: Jelly Tse

Western Harbour Tunnel becomes Hong Kong’s busiest crossing after revamped tolls

Government will build additional lane at the tunnel’s Hong Kong Island exit next year to ease jams.

Letters | MTR Corp, how about some lift etiquette first?

Editorial | MTR needs to rethink stand on escalators

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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.

Baidu operates a fleet of driverless taxis in Wuhan, Hubei province. Photo: Reuters

2 Hong Kong bus firms seek fare rises of up to nearly 10% amid sluggish economy

KMB has applied to raise fares by 6.5 per cent, while Citybus is seeking an increase of about 10 per cent for most routes, Post learns.

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.

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Hong Kong’s MTR Corp won’t use by-laws to stop walking on escalators

Rail giant prefers education to change people’s behaviour and also plans to reduce speed of escalators.

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The MTR Corp’s safety ambassadors occupy both sides of the escalator in efforts to discourage commuters from walking on them. Photo: Facebook

Letters | Is Hong Kong ready for the advent of robots in daily life?

Readers discuss the need for legislation to prevent misuse of robots, service standards on Hong Kong buses, and the impact of surging food prices.

Explainer | Walk this way? Why Hong Kong’s MTR Corp is targeting escalator etiquette

Some residents are putting their foot down over call to do away with transport tradition and stand still on both sides of escalators.

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No passing on the left? MTR Corp tries to change how Hongkongers use escalators

Commuters traditionally stand on the right, while allowing others to walk on the left, but the rail giant says that is dangerous.

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More than 1,300 escalators serve millions of passengers every day at MTR stations across the city. Photo: Jelly Tse

Flying over Hong Kong in passenger drones? Firm says just waiting on approval

Subsidiary of Kwoon Chung Bus Holdings seeking first-mover advantage with fleet of 30 uncrewed drones undergoing test flights over border.

Kwoon Chung Smart Mobility managing director Rex Wong at AsiaWorld-Expo. Photo: Dickson Lee

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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Cathay Pacific: sustainable jet fuel needs Hong Kong government push

‘If we leave it to the market, every company will wait for their competitors to make the first move,’ says airline’s sustainability manager.

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Hong Kong’s Tung Chung left without water supply after pipe bursts

Water supply expected to resume gradually on Monday morning, with at least 10 housing estates, public hospital and several hotels affected.

A “pipe operation incident” occurred near Siu Ho Wan Water Treatment Works on Lantau. Photo: Eugene Lee

How Hong Kong’s Choi Hung station spawned rumours of deaths and gates of hell

Station plays storied role in history of city’s MTR network and has sparked outlandish rumours and beliefs over the years.

The control tower at Kowloon Bay depot which was abandoned since 2003. Photo: Jonathan Wong

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.

Hairy adventure: how pet-friendly is Hong Kong’s public transport?

For many owners, taking a ‘family member’ out for trips around the city can be a costly, logistical nightmare, which is why a new bus service comes as a welcome change.

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Taiwan lashed by deadly Typhoon Kong-rey

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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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Hong Kong authorities to inspect pier struck by boat after accident leaves 34 hurt

Marine Department’s investigation will also cover ferry captain’s steering, with authorities saying boat listed in good condition in March.

Customs rules, protocols needed for Hong Kong cross-border low-altitude economy

Low-altitude cross-border transport not about letting drones fly around in a disorganised manner, innovation chief tells lawmakers.

A food delivery drone in Shenzhen. The low-altitude economy refers to activities in airspace below 1,000 metres. Photo: Xinhua

Hong Kong buses under fire as most complained about public transport service

Public buses subject of more than 4,000 complaints in second quarter of 2024, increasing by 24.6 per cent year on year.

The Transport Advisory Committee has revealed one of its units received 12,788 complaints and suggestions between April and June. Photo: Felix Wong

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.

Opinion | How Hong Kong is slowly but surely greening its transport system

With plans for sustainably designed MTR stations and zero-emission buses, the city is moving foward on its goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050.

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Opinion | Hong Kong’s low-altitude economy plans need good space weather data

Ensuring the safety and efficiency of drones and other low-altitude services requires coordination between local and mainland authorities.

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4 Hong Kong cabbies given 10 demerit points for overcharging, refusing hires

City leader says penalties create deterrent effect against misconduct as authorities continue to combat shady practices in industry.

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Rows of taxis outside Hong Kong International Airport in Chek Lap Kok. Photo: Eugene Lee

Hong Kong’s HK Express to increase fleet size as airline lines up cut-price fares

CEO Jeanette Mao says Cathay’s budget arm to launch fly pass from HK$88 on Tuesday to celebrate company’s 11th anniversary.

Hong Kong extends multi-entry mainland visa for non-permanent residents to 5 years

City leader rolls out new measure aimed at boosting city’s appeal to foreign investors and reinforcing its international trading hub status.

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last updated:
9 September, 2024
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