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Passengers disembark from a ferry arriving at Central. Photo: Sun Yeung
Hong Kong society

Councillors oppose ferry fare rises for Hong Kong’s outlying island routes

Members of Islands District Council also raise concerns that another fare increase could be sought in response to soaring fuel prices.

Hong Kong Airlines

Hong Kong Airlines to raise fuel surcharges by up to 35% amid oil price surge

Hong Kong

E-payments to attract more riders, cut fare disputes: Hong Kong taxi industry

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Hong Kong economy

Surcharges considered as Hong Kong fuel prices set to rise amid Iran war

Sector representative says surcharges ‘a reluctant step’, adding many drivers have fixed daily commitments that must be met.

Pump prices are expected to climb further this week amid rising Middle East tensions. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong taxis

‘Keep the change’ no more: Hong Kong taxi drivers prepare for shift to e-payments

City’s cabbies required to provide at least two e-payment options by April 1, as part of industry effort to improve service quality.

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Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong urged to review fuel prices amid ‘unfair’ cost increase accusations

City’s automobile association says fuel cost increases not warranted as petrol currently on sale is from stockpile before conflict erupted in Middle East.

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Hong Kong

Hong Kong authorities propose ferry fare adjustments to keep operators afloat

Proposal includes 12.5 per cent fare rise for one-way trips between Central and piers on Cheung Chau and Lamma, but consolidates fees elsewhere.

Routes set for an increase included the Cheung Chau to Central ferry. Photo: Sun Yeung
Middle East

Air freight costs for China shippers may jump 30% as Middle East airspace closes

China-Europe cargo flights face longer routes and higher fuel costs after Middle East airspace closures, the Hong Kong Association of Freight Forwarding & Logistics says.

US, Israel war on Iran

Over 580 Hongkongers stranded in Middle East and seeking help

Cathay Pacific has extended flight suspensions to Dubai and Riyadh until March 14.

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Hongkong Post

Hongkong Post’s airmail services to 24 countries affected by strikes in Middle East

Public postal service suspends airmail to Saudi Arabia and United Arab Emirates, affecting ‘services transiting through these locations’.

Residents mail parcels at the General Post Office in Central in May 2025. Photo: Elson Li
Cathay Pacific

Cathay passengers bemoan refund policies as US, Israel exchange strikes with Iran

Passengers stranded at Hong Kong airport after flights to Riyadh, Dubai and other destinations in Middle East cancelled.

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Flights to the Middle East from Hong Kong have been cancelled during the conflict. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong taxis

More than 40,000 Hong Kong cabbies register to accept Octopus payments

On April 1, all cabbies will be required to offer at least two electronic payment options to passengers.

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US, Israel war on Iran

35 Hong Kong to Mideast flights disrupted, with more expected after attack on Iran

Passengers already packing Hong Kong airport to inquire about suspended departures to Riyadh, Doha and Qatar from day before.

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Hong Kong environmental issues

Opinion | The high price of Hong Kong’s slow switch to electric buses and taxis

Slow electrification undermines the city’s green ambitions and squanders a chance to secure its role as a Greater Bay Area innovation hub.

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Taxis and buses outside Tai Wai MTR station on July 14, 2024. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong taxis

Aspiring taxi drivers taking tests each month up 30% after simplified assessment

‘The average monthly number of candidates has now risen to around 1,800,’ transport chief Mable Chan says.

Hong Kong taxi drivers gather at Hong Kong International Airport in Chek Lap Kok. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong budget 2026-27

Commercial EV use needs boost after car owner tax break ends, green groups say

Environmentalists back move to end first registration tax concessions for private electric cars, say focus must pivot to businesses.

Road safety in Hong Kong

Letters | A fourth cross-harbour tunnel could link Kennedy Town to Tsing Yi

Readers discuss a new harbour crossing, road safety, election campaign spending, and tariff refunds.

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Transport and logistics

Editorial | New standards will drive safer railway development in Hong Kong

The latest rule book is expected to improve speed and efficiency in the execution of railway projects, reducing construction times and costs.

An MTR train pulls into the platform at Kwun Tong Station on August 14, 2025. Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong

Hong Kong’s MTR Corp to launch new Tsuen Wan line signalling system in March

Line upgrade marks a key step in the corporation’s HK$65 billion plan to modernise the city’s urban rail network by 2029.

Autonomous vehicles

Hong Kong autonomous vehicle tests move up a gear with longer routes

Routes on the North Lantau trial will cover up to 43.2km, with more vehicles allowed to operate at the same time.

Mable Chan

Hong Kong launches own rail standards to boost efficiency and cut costs

New standards will enable use of a broader selection of advanced construction technologies, materials, equipment and systems for railway projects.

Work on Kwu Tung MTR station is scheduled for completion in 2027. Photo: Sam Tsang
Airport Authority Hong Kong

Editorial | Hong Kong airport’s second terminal will help the city reach new heights

The expansion of the city’s airport is poised to reap dividends for passengers, aviation business partners and the regional economy.

On February 17, people walk through Hong Kong International Airport’s second terminal, which will be officially opened in late May. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong tourism

600 Guangdong drivers enter Hong Kong as thousands apply for new scheme

Transport minister Mable Chan says government has received 3,000 applications for the scheme so far, with 1,700 motorists already booking trips.

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Mainland China

Hong Kong airport’s Terminal 2 projected to serve 15 million travellers this year

Airport Authority says 15 airlines are scheduled to operate from the terminal, set to fully open in May, with a midterm goal of doubling its capacity.

Hong Kong courts

Hong Kong bus driver alleged to have deliberately crashed on bridge granted bail

Lee Kai-po, 63, has been charged with dangerous driving causing grievous bodily harm.

Seventeen coach passengers sustained minor injuries in the crash. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong International Airport

Hong Kong airport’s second terminal to fully open, serve 15 airlines from May 27

Transport and logistics minister Mable Chan says the two terminals will complement each other and ‘greatly enhance’ the airport’s capacity.

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“The design philosophy for the entire Terminal 2 aims to be more vibrant, youthful and technologically forward-thinking,” the chairman of the Airport Authority has said. Photo: Eugene Lee
Accidents and personal safety

Hong Kong coach driver charged over Shenzhen Bay Bridge crash

Man, 63, charged with dangerous driving causing grievous bodily harm.

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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