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Accidents and personal safety

Near miss for ‘reckless’ boy racers on Hong Kong road sparks calls for action

Dashcam video shows two helmetless boys on bicycles speeding down road and one almost colliding with oncoming car.

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Hong Kong transport

Which Hong Kong districts have the most quick chargers for electric vehicles?

Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong’s MTR Corp to boost internet capacity after ‘golden week’ ticket chaos

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Hong Kong transport

Rise in mainland applications for Hong Kong driving licences fuels test calls

Transport Department data shows direct issue applications based on mainland driving licences have surged.

Traffic on Gloucester Road, Wan Chai. Photo: Dickson Lee
Traffic on Gloucester Road, Wan Chai. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong transport

Greater Bay Airlines cancels Hong Kong-bound flight from Taipei after bird strike

Airline apologises and says it cancelled flight HB704’s return journey on Wednesday night to conduct safety checks.

Hong Kong transport

Some commuters call for new Hong Kong’s Light Rail service for pets to be expanded

The MTR Corporation has launched a trial scheme allowing commuters to travel with their cats and dogs on weekends and public holidays.

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Accidents and personal safety

Bus driver arrested, 21 passengers taken to hospital after Hong Kong crash

Double-decker bus collides with plastic water barriers while travelling along West Kowloon Highway towards airport.

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The vehicle operated by Citybus appeared to have hit water barriers. Emergency services, including at least three fire engines, were spotted at the scene. Photo: Handout
The vehicle operated by Citybus appeared to have hit water barriers. Emergency services, including at least three fire engines, were spotted at the scene. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong authorities to audit MTR Corp after 2 engineering train glitches

‘Grave concern’ expressed over malfunctions that caused disruptions twice in three months on East Rail line.

Hong Kong transport

No need for Hong Kong to reject Boeing aircraft deliveries, experts say

Hong Kong doesn’t have to follow mainland Chinese airlines, they say, arguing move could undermine its status as aviation hub.

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Hong Kong transport

Fault causes over 6 hours of service disruptions on Hong Kong’s East Rail line

MTR Corp says normal operations resumed after emergency repairs completed and engineer’s train cleared from tracks between Sha Tin and Fo Tan.

Trains carrying passengers had been forced to run on a single track between two stops. Photo: Sun Yeung
Hong Kong transport

43% jump in elderly taxi drivers involved in accidents in Hong Kong since 2022

Latest figures by Transport Department prompts some industry leaders to ask if tighter regulations needed to assess fitness of older cabbies.

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An elderly cabbie waits for customers at a taxi stand in Mong Kok. In the first two months of this year, 95 elderly taxi drivers were involved in traffic accidents. Photo: Elson Li
An elderly cabbie waits for customers at a taxi stand in Mong Kok. In the first two months of this year, 95 elderly taxi drivers were involved in traffic accidents. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong urged to widen coverage of new rail link with affordable fares

The 7km East Kowloon link will include nine stations between Choi Hung East and Yau Tong East, according to latest plan.

Hong Kong transport

Explainer | Willing to pay extra for Hong Kong’s Airport Express? Are there cheaper options?

With the MTR Corporation aiming to increase fares, the Post considers alternatives in getting to and from the airport.

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Hong Kong transport

Boost Hong Kong’s Airport Express ridership by improving connectivity: lawmakers

Legislators call for linking service to high-speed rail and Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge, keeping cheaper fares to AsiaWorld-Expo.

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Hong Kong rail giant the MTR Corporation has proposed raising Airport Express fares for the first time in eight years. Photo: Jelly Tse
Cathay Pacific

Passenger traffic for Hong Kong’s Cathay Pacific grows by 19.8% in March

City’s flag carrier also says it is bracing for uncertainties in terms of cargo business amid sweeping US tariffs.

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March has been a “quieter month” for Cathay’s travel operations, according to the airline. Photo: Dickson Lee
March has been a “quieter month” for Cathay’s travel operations, according to the airline. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong shipping sector can navigate effects of US port fees, industry says

US plans to introduce a phased fee structure targeting Chinese vessel operators, owners and ships built in the country.

Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong’s MTR Corp proposes 9.4% Airport Express fare increase

Single journey ticket for adults using an Octopus card will cost HK$120 at most under proposal, up from current HK$110.

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Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong’s arts hub partners with Citybus to drive cultural tourism

Collaboration will include ticket packages for buses and museums and more frequent services during special events.

The West Kowloon Cultural District Authority and Citybus announced a new partnership to explore additional collaboration opportunities. Photo: Nora Tam
The West Kowloon Cultural District Authority and Citybus announced a new partnership to explore additional collaboration opportunities. Photo: Nora Tam
Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong may increase parking fines to HK$400, speeding tickets by 50%

Government intends to raise penalty to better manage traffic as Financial Secretary Paul Chan stated in budget blueprint in February, insider says.

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Hong Kong transport

EV licence fee in Hong Kong to be raised in 3 years to 70% that of petrol cars

Proposed fees, to be discussed in Legco next Friday, could be increased more than three times to a minimum of about HK$3,550.

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Hong Kong environmental issues

Improve transport services at Hong Kong geopark to support tourism: lawmakers

Call to action from lawmakers follows minister brushing aside similar suggestions and stressing importance of conservation over development.

The area is famous for its beautiful landscape, including its globally rare rhyolitic volcanic hexagonal rock columns. Photo: Edmond So
Cathay Pacific

Hong Kong’s Cathay to keep power bank ban for aircrew, but vows layover option

Carrier says it is working with hotels to offer power banks, as there is no ‘feasible way’ to let aircrew bring them on board amid safety concerns.

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Hong Kong’s flag carrier has told staff that on average more than one on-board incident involving the batteries occurs every week across the world. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong’s flag carrier has told staff that on average more than one on-board incident involving the batteries occurs every week across the world. Photo: Jelly Tse
Cathay Pacific

Hong Kong’s Cathay sets up task force amid Trump tariffs, trade war

Flag carrier’s CEO warns of disruptions to cargo business, increased costs and pressure on supply chains in ‘highly exposed’ sector.

Hong Kong transport

MTR users urged to plan ahead with work reducing Tung Chung line Saturday night service

Rail operator says second of four devices to be installed overnight to connect track to planned Tung Chung East station.

Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong’s first electric ferry service soon to run 3 days a week

Service between North Point and Hung Hom or Kowloon City tested with four daily trips, can offer 52 without recharging at full operation.

Sun Ferry’s Xin Ming Zhu XXXIX, Hong Kong’s first electric passenger ferry, on the water in Cheung Sha Wan. Photo: Eugene Lee
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