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STL continues visit in Vietnam (with photos)
12.10.2023

The Secretary for Transport and Logistics, Mr Lam Sai-hung, led a delegation comprising more than 10 members of the Hong Kong Logistics Development Council to continue their visit to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, today (October 12). Mr Lam, together with the delegation, attended a business luncheon to promote Hong Kong's advantages in logistics to the local industry. "Vietnam has always been one of the closest trading partners of Hong Kong and the Mainland. In recent years, Vietnam has experienced rapid economic growth, Hong Kong's logistics service providers can offer customised logistics solutions for Vietnamese enterprises. As the most open international city in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA), Hong Kong, leveraging the distinctive advantages of enjoying the Mainland's strong support and being closely connected to the world, can assist Vietnamese products in entering the GBA and the neighbouring regions' markets, creating unlimited business opportunities for Vietnamese enterprises", Mr Lam said at the luncheon. He added that Hong Kong has attracted approximately 30 strategic enterprises to set up or expand their operations in the territory. The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region looks forward to establishing closer partnerships with Vietnam. He extended an invitation to Vietnamese enterprises to visit Hong Kong to gain firsthand knowledge of the latest developments in the city. During their visit to Ho Chi Minh City, the delegation led by Mr Lam met with representatives from the Vietnam Logistics Business Association, the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and the Hong Kong Business Association Vietnam, to explore co-operation opportunities and to understand the Vietnam business environment. They also visited a large-scale smart logistics park in Ho Chi Minh City to inspect its facilities and operations. Mr Lam will conclude his visit and return to Hong Kong tomorrow (October 13).
STL leads delegation to visit Vietnam (with photos)
11.10.2023

The Secretary for Transport and Logistics, Mr Lam Sai-hung, led more than 10 members of the Hong Kong Logistics Development Council (LOGSCOUNCIL) to Vietnam for a four-day visit, with a view to introducing Hong Kong's advantages as an international logistics hub to local political and business communities. Mr Lam met with the Deputy Minister of Transport of Vietnam, Mr Le Dinh Tho, in Hanoi today (October 11). They exchanged views on issues of mutual concern and explored business opportunities between Hong Kong and Vietnam. Mr Lam also called on the Chinese Ambassador to Vietnam, Mr Xiong Bo, to brief him on the latest developments of Hong Kong's logistics industry with the support of the Central Government. Upon arrival yesterday (October 10), the delegation toured a large-scale local modern logistics warehouse in Hanoi and inspected the operation of the logistics facilities. The delegation also exchanged views with representatives of related enterprises to learn about the smart logistics development in Vietnam. "The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government has been progressively exploring new markets from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), the Middle East regions, as well as other countries under the Belt and Road Initiative. Vietnam is the second largest trading partner of Hong Kong among the 10 member states of ASEAN. This time, I am leading a delegation from the LOGSCOUNCIL to visit Vietnam, with the aim of further promoting Hong Kong's advantages as an international logistics hub and gaining firsthand knowledge of Vietnam's development in modern logistics. The visit also aims to facilitate industry exchanges between the two places and explore new opportunities for co-operation," Mr Lam said. The delegation will continue the visit to Vietnam tomorrow (October 12) to attend a business luncheon in Ho Chi Minh City and meet with local business representatives.
STL leads delegation to visit Vietnam
9.10.2023

The Secretary for Transport and Logistics, Mr Lam Sai-hung, will lead a delegation of Hong Kong Logistics Development Council members to visit Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam tomorrow (October 10) morning to learn about local logistics developments, as well as to explore business opportunities between Hong Kong and Vietnam. Mr Lam and the delegation will visit various facilities, including airport cargo systems and an intelligent logistics park. They will also meet with representatives from chambers of commerce and the trade of Vietnam, with a view to promoting Hong Kong's advantages as an international logistics hub, and strengthening exchanges between the logistics trades from both places. In addition, Mr Lam will meet with local government officials to exchange views on issues of mutual concern. âMr Lam will return to Hong Kong in the evening on Friday (October 13). During his absence, the Under Secretary for Transport and Logistics, Mr Liu Chun-san, will be the Acting Secretary for Transport and Logistics.
Proposed road works in Wan Chai East gazetted
6.10.2023

âThe Government gazetted today (October 6) the proposed road works in Wan Chai East to facilitate the construction of a dry weather flow interceptor, which will help to reduce the discharge of pollutants into Victoria Harbour through the Wan Chai East box culvert, thereby improving the coastal water quality and the overall environment at Wan Chai East. Details of the proposal are set out in the Annex. The plans and scheme of the works are available for public inspection at the following government offices during office hours: Central and Western Home Affairs Enquiry Centre, G/F, Harbour Building, 38 Pier Road, Central, Hong Kong Wan Chai Home Affairs Enquiry Centre, G/F, 2 O'Brien Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong District Lands Office, Hong Kong East, 19/F, Southorn Centre, 130 Hennessy Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong The gazette notice, scheme, plan and location plan are available at www.tlb.gov.hk/eng/publications/transport/gazette/gazette.html . Any person who wishes to object to the works or the use, or both, is required to address to the Secretary for Transport and Logistics an objection in writing, which can be submitted via the following means: By post or by hand to the Transport and Logistics Bureau's Drop-in Box No. 6 located at the entrance on 2/F, East Wing, Central Government Offices, 2 Tim Mei Avenue, Tamar, Hong Kong. The box is available for use between 8am and 7pm from Monday to Friday (except public holidays); By fax to 2868 4643; or By email to gazettetlb@tlb.gov.hk . A notice of objection should describe the objector's interest and the manner in which he or she alleges that he or she will be affected by the works or the use. Objectors are requested to provide contact details to facilitate communication. A notice of objection should be delivered to the Secretary for Transport and Logistics not later than December 5, 2023.
Proposed works of Tuen Mun Bypass gazetted
29.9.2023

The Government gazetted today (September 29) the proposed construction of Tuen Mun Bypass (TMB), connecting Tuen Mun Area 40 and Tuen Mun - Chek Lap Kok Tunnel to the proposed Lam Tei Quarry Interchange. TMB, consisting of tunnels and elevated carriageways, aims to enhance the major road network in the Northwest New Territories (NWNT) and alleviate the traffic load at Tuen Mun town centre, thereby supporting various proposed developments in Tuen Mun and the NWNT as well as the future developments in Tuen Mun West. â Details of the proposal are set out in the Annex. The plans and scheme of the works are available for public inspection at the following government offices during office hours: Central and Western Home Affairs Enquiry Centre, G/F, Harbour Building, 38 Pier Road, Central, Hong Kong Tuen Mun Home Affairs Enquiry Centre, 2/F, Tuen Mun Government Offices, 1 Tuen Hi Road, Tuen Mun, New Territories District Lands Office, Tuen Mun, 6/F, Tuen Mun Government Offices, 1 Tuen Hi Road, Tuen Mun, New Territories The gazette notice, scheme, plans, the plan for creation of easements and other permanent rights and location plan are available at www.tlb.gov.hk/eng/publications/transport/gazette/gazette.html . Any person who wishes to object to the works or the use, or both, is required to address to the Secretary for Transport and Logistics an objection in writing, which can be submitted via one of the following means: By post or by hand to the Transport and Logistics Bureau's Drop in Box No. 6 located at the entrance on 2/F, East Wing, Central Government Offices, 2 Tim Mei Avenue, Tamar, Hong Kong. The box is available for use between 8am and 7pm from Monday to Friday (except public holidays); By fax to 2868 4643; or By email to gazettetlb@tlb.gov.hk . A notice of objection should describe the objector's interest and the manner in which he or she alleges that he or she will be affected by the works or the use. Objectors are requested to provide contact details to facilitate communication. A notice of objection should be delivered to the Secretary for Transport and Logistics not later than November 28, 2023.
STL attends Global Sustainable Transport Forum in Beijing (with photos)
26.9.2023

The Secretary for Transport and Logistics, Mr Lam Sai-hung, continued his visit to Beijing today (September 26) to attend the Global Sustainable Transport Forum (2023), where he shared with other participants Hong Kong's development in smart mobility and smart logistics at a thematic session. He noted that Hong Kong has one of the world's leading public transport systems, airports and port facilities, with about 90 per cent of daily passenger trips made on public transport, which is one of the highest in the world. In terms of land transport, the public benefit from over 1 000 sets of traffic detectors on the roads and receive real-time traffic information through mobile phone applications for better travel planning. In addition, since this May, the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government has been progressively implementing the HKeToll, a free-flow tolling service, at a number of government tolled tunnels, which has helped smooth the traffic flow. As Hong Kong is an international aviation hub, Mr Lam also briefed the participants on how Hong Kong is using innovation and technology to drive the development of the aviation industry. "Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) has already achieved full 5G network coverage, which helps the airport industry to expand the use of automation and other technologies. We are also actively identifying potential airport risks through data analysis and the use of the Digital Twin of the airport," he said. On the maritime and logistics front, Mr Lam said the HKSAR Government has been actively promoting the development of high-end, high value-added and smart logistics, with a view to transforming Hong Kong into a sustainable international smart logistics hub. "We have launched the HKIA Cargo Data Platform, which uses technologies such as blockchain and cloud computing to digitise, synchronise and standardise documents and workflows. This enables the air cargo industry to communicate, share data and track shipment status on the same platform, thereby helping to enhance the efficiency of air cargo handling in Hong Kong," he said. He added that the HKSAR Government is making every effort to build a Smart Port. By establishing a digital port community system to facilitate information flow among different stakeholders in the maritime, port and logistics industries, the port will enter a new era. Various measures of the Government can help Hong Kong become a regional distribution centre, develop e-commerce and high value-added cargo and logistics businesses. The two-day forum concluded today. Mr Lam returned to Hong Kong in the evening.
STL attends Global Sustainable Transport Forum in Beijing (with photos)
25.9.2023

The Secretary for Transport and Logistics, Mr Lam Sai-hung, today (September 25) attended the Global Sustainable Transport Forum (2023) at the China National Convention Center in Beijing. The two-day forum, themed "Sustainable Transport: Working Together to Promote Global Development", was hosted by the Ministry of Transport of the People's Republic of China and organised by the Global Sustainable Transport Innovation and Knowledge Center. Representatives from transport authorities and related enterprises from various countries attended the forum to exchange views on five key themes, namely connectivity, common development, innovation-driven development, eco-sound development and global governance. On the sidelines of the forum, Mr Lam met with Vice Minister of Transport Mr Li Yang, and briefed him on the recovery of Hong Kong's aviation industry; the latest developments of the three-runway system at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA); the Labour Importation Scheme for the Transport Sector launched by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government in July to relieve the acute manpower shortage in the aviation industry and the public light bus/coach trade in the city; the co-operation between HKIA and Zhuhai Airport; enhanced High Speed Rail services at the Hong Kong Section of the Guangzhou-Shenzhen-Hong Kong Express Rail Link; measures to promote Hong Kong as a leading international maritime centre, and more. On the same day, he also visited Baidu's Apollo Park in Yizhuang, Beijing. This is one of the world's largest test bases for autonomous driving and cellular vehicle-to-everything (C-V2X). He was briefed by the company's representatives on its autonomous driving service platform, Apollo Go; its monitoring platform for the overall operation of unmanned autonomous vehicles; and how autonomous vehicles can cope with complex traffic conditions on open roads in the Yizhuang demonstration zone. Mr Lam will continue to attend the forum tomorrow (September 26) and will brief other participants from various countries at a thematic session on Hong Kong's development in smart mobility and smart logistics.
STL attends Global Sustainable Transport Forum in Beijing
24.9.2023

The Secretary for Transport and Logistics, Mr Lam Sai-hung, will leave for Beijing this evening (September 24) to attend the Global Sustainable Transport Forum (2023) organised by the Ministry of Transport of the People's Republic of China. The two-day (September 25 to 26) forum will bring together transport authorities from various countries and related businesses under the theme "Sustainable Transport: Working Together to Promote Global Development", to create a high-level platform to promote global co-operation in the transport sector and promote the implementation of global development initiatives, such as building a global partnership for sustainable transport and accelerating the green and low-carbon transformation of global transport. At a thematic session on Tuesday (September 26), Mr Lam will share the latest progress and direction of Hong Kong's developments in smart mobility and smart logistics. While in Beijing, he will also hold a sideline meeting with leaders of the Ministry of Transport and visit a company involved in the research and development of autonomous driving technology. Mr Lam will return to Hong Kong on Tuesday evening.
Proposed works of Route 11 (section between Yuen Long and North Lantau) gazetted
22.9.2023

The Government gazetted today (September 22) the proposed construction of Route 11 (section between Yuen Long and North Lantau), consisting of three tunnels, two open road sections, the Tsing Lung Bridge and four interchanges, with a view to meeting the traffic demand arising from the progressive development of the Northwest New Territories (NWNT), enhancing the connectivity of major roads and relieving the traffic congestion on the major roads connecting the urban areas with the NWNT. Details of the proposal are set out in the Annex. The plans and scheme of the works are available for public inspection at the following government offices during office hours: Central and Western Home Affairs Enquiry Centre, G/F, Harbour Building, 38 Pier Road, Central, Hong Kong Tuen Mun Home Affairs Enquiry Centre, 2/F, Tuen Mun Government Offices, 1 Tuen Hi Road, Tuen Mun, New Territories Tsuen Wan Home Affairs Enquiry Centre, 1/F, Tsuen Wan Multi-storey Carpark Building, 174-208 Castle Peak Road, Tsuen Wan, New Territories District Lands Office, Tuen Mun, 6/F, Tuen Mun Government Offices, 1 Tuen Hi Road, Tuen Mun, New Territories District Lands Office, Tsuen Wan and Kwai Tsing, 10/F, Tsuen Wan Multi-storey Carpark Building, 174-208 Castle Peak Road, Tsuen Wan, New Territories District Lands Office, Islands, 19/F, Harbour Building, 38 Pier Road, Central, Hong Kong The gazette notice, scheme, plans, resumption plans, the plans for creation of easements and other permanents rights, the plans for creation of rights of temporary occupation of land and location plan are available at www.tlb.gov.hk/eng/publications/transport/gazette/gazette.html . Any person who wishes to object to the works or the use, or both, is required to address to the Secretary for Transport and Logistics an objection in writing, which can be submitted via one of the following means: By post or by hand to the Transport and Logistics Bureau's Dropâin Box No. 6 located at the entrance on 2/F, East Wing, Central Government Offices, 2 Tim Mei Avenue, Tamar, Hong Kong. The box is available for use between 8am and 7pm from Monday to Friday (except public holidays); By fax to 2868 4643; or By email to gazettetlb@tlb.gov.hk . A notice of objection should describe the objector's interest and the manner in which he or she alleges that he or she will be affected by the works or the use. Objectors are requested to provide contact details to facilitate communication. A notice of objection should be delivered to the Secretary for Transport and Logistics not later than November 21, 2023.
STL to visit Guangzhou
19.9.2023

The Secretary for Transport and Logistics, Mr Lam Sai-hung, will leave for Guangzhou tomorrow (September 20) for a two-day visit. During his stay in Guangzhou, Mr Lam will meet with the leaders of Guangdong Province and the Department of Transport of Guangdong Province to exchange views on various areas such as strengthening the transport network and connectivity between Hong Kong and other cities in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, and further facilitating the flow of people and goods in the region. Mr Lam, accompanied by representatives of the Hong Kong Applied Science and Technology Research Institute Company Limited, will also inspect an automated parking system and visit companies involved in the research and development of autonomous driving technology in Guangzhou. He will return to Hong Kong on Thursday (September 21) evening. In Mr Lam's absence, the Under Secretary for Transport and Logistics, Mr Liu Chun-san, will be the Acting Secretary for Transport and Logistics.
Proposed amendments to road works under Wan Chai Development Phase II gazetted
1.9.2023

The Government gazetted today (September 1) the proposed amendments to the road works under the Wan Chai Development Phase II, in order to revise the pedestrian crossing design between the waterfront at Wan Chai and Hung Hing Road and delete the originally proposed footbridge along Wan Shing Street. Details of the proposed amendments are set out in the Annex. The amendment plan and amendment scheme are available for public inspection at the following government offices during office hours: Central and Western Home Affairs Enquiry Centre, G/F, Harbour Building, 38 Pier Road, Central, Hong Kong Wan Chai Home Affairs Enquiry Centre, G/F, 2 O'Brien Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong District Lands Office, Hong Kong East, 19/F, Southorn Centre, 130 Hennessy Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong The gazette notice, amendment scheme, amendment plan and location plan are available at www.tlb.gov.hk/eng/publications/transport/gazette/gazette.html . Any person who wishes to object to the proposed amendments is required to address to the Secretary for Transport and Logistics an objection in writing, which can be submitted via the following means: By post or by hand to the Transport and Logistics Bureau's Drop-in Box No. 6 located at the entrance on 2/F, East Wing, Central Government Offices, 2 Tim Mei Avenue, Tamar, Hong Kong. The box is available for use between 8am and 7pm from Monday to Friday (except public holidays); By fax to 2868 4643; or By email to gazettetlb@tlb.gov.hk . A notice of objection should describe the objector's interest and the manner in which he or she alleges that he or she will be affected by the proposed amendments. Objectors are requested to provide contact details to facilitate communication. A notice of objection should be delivered to the Secretary for Transport and Logistics not later than October 31, 2023.
Proposed improvement works at So Kwun Po Interchange gazetted
25.8.2023

The Government gazetted today (August 25) the proposed road works at the So Kwun Po Interchange to improve its traffic conditions for serving the planned and potential developments in North District. Details of the proposal are set out in the Annex. The plans and scheme of the works are available for public inspection at the following government offices during office hours: Central and Western Home Affairs Enquiry Centre, G/F, Harbour Building, 38 Pier Road, Central, Hong Kong North Home Affairs Enquiry Centre, G/F, North District Government Offices, 3 Pik Fung Road, Fanling, New Territories District Lands Office, North, 6/F, North District Government Offices, 3 Pik Fung Road, Fanling, New Territories The gazette notice, scheme, plans and location plan are available at www.tlb.gov.hk/eng/publications/transport/gazette/gazette.html . â Any person who wishes to object to the works or the use, or both, is required to address to the Secretary for Transport and Logistics an objection in writing, which can be submitted via the following means: By post or by hand to the Transport and Logistics Bureau's Drop-in Box No. 6 located at the entrance on 2/F, East Wing, Central Government Offices, 2 Tim Mei Avenue, Tamar, Hong Kong. The box is available for use between 8am and 7pm from Monday to Friday (except public holidays); By fax to 2868 4643; or By email to gazettetlb@tlb.gov.hk . A notice of objection should describe the objector's interest and the manner in which he or she alleges that he or she will be affected by the works or the use. Objectors are requested to provide contact details to facilitate communication. A notice of objection should be delivered to the Secretary for Transport and Logistics not later than October 24, 2023.