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Proposed road works for public housing development at Shap Pat Heung in Yuen Long gazetted
30.6.2023

The Government gazetted today (June 30) the proposed road works to provide the necessary infrastructure to the public housing development at Shap Pat Heung in Yuen Long. Details of the proposal are set out in the Annex. The plan 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 Yuen Long Home Affairs Enquiry Centre, G/F, Yuen Long District Office Building, 269 Castle Peak Road, Yuen Long, New Territories District Lands Office, Yuen Long, 9/F, Yuen Long Government Offices, 2 Kiu Lok Square, Yuen Long, New Territories The gazette notice, scheme, plan, resumption plan and location plan are available at www.tlb.gov.hk/eng/publications/transport/gazette/gazette_confirmation.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 August 29, 2023.
Government welcomes passage of Road Tunnels (Government) (Amendment) Bill 2023
28.6.2023

The Government welcomed the passage of the Road Tunnels (Government) (Amendment) Bill 2023 by the Legislative Council today (June 28), which enables a major step forward in rationalising cross-harbour traffic. The Secretary for Transport and Logistics, Mr Lam Sai-hung, said, "The Government's proposed toll plans for the three road-harbour crossings (RHCs) are scientifically based, well deliberated and balanced, and have positively responded to the views of Members of the Legislative Council, the transport trades and the public, after numerous rounds of studies and discussions. The toll plans will help alleviate cross-harbour traffic congestion, and bring benefits to private car motorists, the public transport trades, the commercial vehicle trades, cross-harbour bus passengers and the community as a whole." The Bill provides for matters relating to the Government's takeover arrangements of the Western Harbour Crossing (WHC) on August 2 this year; and the all-day fixed toll plan for private cars at the three RHCs in the first phase, i.e. the toll for private cars using the WHC will be reduced by 20 per cent to $60, while the toll for private cars using the Cross-Harbour Tunnel and the Eastern Harbour Crossing will be adjusted to $30. Taxi toll for the three tunnels will be charged at a flat rate of $25 all day. The relevant provisions will come into force on August 2 this year. The Bill also provides for a time-varying toll plan. The Government plans to implement time-varying toll at the three RHCs later this year, i.e. the toll for private cars is between $20 and $60; toll for motorcycles (including motor tricycles) is between $8 and $24; cross-harbour taxi toll remains an all-day fixed toll of $25; other commercial vehicles including goods vehicles and buses are charged an all-day fixed toll of $50. The relevant provisions will come into force on a day to be separately appointed by the Secretary for Transport and Logistics.
Proposed retrofitting of noise barriers and enclosure on Tam Kon Shan Road gazetted
23.6.2023

The Government gazetted today (June 23) the proposed installation of cantilever noise barriers and a full enclosure along the section of Tam Kon Shan Road fronting Cheung Fat Estate and Cheung On Estate in Tsing Yi to mitigate traffic noise. Details of the proposal are set out in the Annex. The plan 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 Kwai Tsing Home Affairs Enquiry Centre, 2/F, Kwai Hing Government Offices Building, 166-174 Hing Fong Road, Kwai Chung, 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 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 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 August 22, 2023.
Proposed construction of covered footbridge at Cheong Tung Road in Hung Hom gazetted
16.6.2023

The Government gazetted today (June 16) the proposed construction of a covered footbridge linking the hotel development at No.1 Cheong Tung Road in Hung Hom and a footbridge (No. KF102) connecting the covered walkway network of Hung Hom MTR station near Hung Ling Street. Details of the proposal are set out in the Annex. The plan 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 Kowloon City Home Affairs Enquiry Centre, LG/F, Kowloon City Government Offices, 42 Bailey Street, Hung Hom, Kowloon District Lands Office, Kowloon West, 4/F, South Tower, West Kowloon Government Offices, 11 Hoi Ting Road, Yau Ma Tei, Kowloon 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 August 15, 2023.
Business seminar held to promote Hong Kong's latest developments in logistics, maritime and aviation (with photos)
15.6.2023

The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, Sydney (Sydney ETO) hosted a business seminar in Melbourne, Australia, today (June 15) to promote the latest developments in logistics, maritime and aviation in Hong Kong. Addressing the seminar in a virtual speech, the Secretary for Transport and Logistics, Mr Lam Sai-hung, said that Hong Kong, with an unbeatable location in the world's most vibrant markets, excels in the logistics, maritime and aviation sectors. "Under the unique principle of 'one country, two systems', we are blessed with the unwavering support of national strategies while maintaining unparalleled connectivity with the world. The National 14th Five-Year Plan has supported the development of the international maritime centre and international aviation hub in Hong Kong," he said. On the logistics and maritime front, Mr Lam said that the Government has been actively promoting tax concessions and sustainability to create a welcoming ecosystem for international maritime enterprises to thrive in Hong Kong. A Task Force on Maritime and Port Development Strategy has been set up to accelerate the growth of Hong Kong's high value-added maritime services. He also highlighted the significant developments in aviation, including the much-anticipated Three-Runway System and the far-sighted initiative of transforming Hong Kong International Airport into an Airport City and a continuous increase in e-commerce cargo handling capacity. Mr Lam added that the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government has dedicated much effort in nurturing talent in these sectors, notably with the Hong Kong International Aviation Academy and the Maritime and Aviation Training Fund. A Maritime Services Traineeship Scheme will also be launched this year to provide traineeship for young people who aspire to a career in maritime law in Hong Kong. The Director of the Sydney ETO, Miss Trista Lim, said in her opening remarks that the Government has rolled out a raft of proactive initiatives to attract top talent and strategic businesses worldwide to tap the boundless opportunities in Hong Kong. She encouraged participants to take part in the upcoming Asian Logistics, Maritime and Aviation Conference in November in Hong Kong and experience the vibrancy of the city first-hand. Prominent representatives from the logistics, maritime and aviation sectors took part in a panel discussion to share their valuable insights about market trends in the three sectors and the unique strengths of Hong Kong for relevant businesses to grow and scale. The seminar was jointly organised by the Sydney ETO, Invest Hong Kong, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council and the Australian Trade and Logistics Corporation. Another edition of the seminar will be held in Sydney, Australia, on July 6.
Proposed pedestrian environment improvement works in Ngau Tau Kok gazetted
9.6.2023

âThe Government gazetted today (June 9) the proposed road works in Ngau Tau Kok, including the construction of a pedestrian subway for crossing Kwun Tong Road and Elegance Road, with lift and staircase provisions. This aims to enhance the connectivity, walkability and environment of pedestrian links in the area for facilitating the transformation of Kowloon East into another core business 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 Kwun Tong Home Affairs Enquiry Centre, G/F, Eastcore, 398 Kwun Tong Road, Kwun Tong, Kowloon District Lands Office, Kowloon East, 4/F, South Tower, West Kowloon Government Offices, 11 Hoi Ting Road, Yau Ma Tei, Kowloon The gazette notice, scheme, plans 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 . â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 August 8, 2023.
Transcript of remarks by STL on fare adjustment at media session  
3.6.2023

Following is the transcript of remarks by the Secretary for Transport and Logistics, Mr Lam Sai-hung, at a media session on fare adjustment applications from non-rail public transport operators after attending a radio programme today (June 3): Reporter: You mentioned that the number of fare adjustment applications may be higher as the local economy has not fully recovered. Do you think this is acceptable just because the data or the passenger numbers were not updated when the operators proposed this fare price? Secretary for Transport and Logistics: As we are moving forward along the path to normalcy, the operating environment of bus companies and other public transport operators has yet to be fully stabilised, for example, tourism has not yet fully recovered as revealed by the latest statistics. Therefore, we believe that there may be relatively more applications for fare increases from such operators. The Government will certainly play our role as gatekeeper. (Please also refer to the Chinese version of the transcript.)
Proposed road works for second phase of Yuen Long South Development gazetted
2.6.2023

The Government gazetted today (June 2) the proposed road works to provide necessary infrastructure to the second phase of Yuen Long South Development. 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 Yuen Long Home Affairs Enquiry Centre, G/F, Yuen Long District Office Building, 269 Castle Peak Road, Yuen Long, New Territories District Lands Office, Yuen Long, 9/F, Yuen Long Government Offices, 2 Kiu Lok Square, Yuen Long, New Territories The gazette notice, scheme, plans, resumption 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 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 the August 1, 2023.
Transcript of remarks by STL on bus fares at media session
30.5.2023

Following is the transcript of remarks by the Secretary for Transport and Logistics, Mr Lam Sai-hung, on the fare increase applications from franchised bus operators, at a media session today (May 30): Reporter: How would you assess the price raise effect on people's livelihood? Secretary for Transport and Logistics: Nearly 90 per cent of passengers would pay less than $0.5 extra per trip, and nearly all passengers would pay no more than $1 extra per trip. So I think it would be affordable for the general public. When we talk about the fare increase, it is important that, on the one hand, it should be affordable for the passengers, but on the other hand we have to maintain the financial sustainability of the bus companies. That is why we came to these levels of fare increase. Most of the bus companies will increase their fares by between 4 to 5 per cent. (Please also refer to the Chinese version of the transcript.)
Statement by STL
24.5.2023

In response to the incident on Cathay Pacific flight CX987 on May 21, the Secretary for Transport and Logistics, Mr Lam Sai-hung, today (May 24) issued the following statement: "I am very distressed by the inappropriate comments made by some of the Cathay Pacific cabin crew members. The incident is a serious breach of Hong Kong's reputation for service excellence, long-standing values and ethical standards. I have expressed my deep concern to Cathay Pacific and demanded the management to improve their services immediately. Besides, I noted that Cathay Pacific has terminated the cabin crew members concerned and will conduct a comprehensive review in light of the incident, including re-examining its service flow, staff training and relevant mechanisms, with a view to improving service quality. I hope that the review will be completed as soon as possible and that fundamental improvements will be made to the company's mechanisms and staff attitudes, in order to live up to Hong Kong's reputation as an international aviation hub and a welcoming city."
Acting Secretary for Transport and Logistics meets Mayor of Zhuhai Municipal Government (with photos)
19.5.2023

The Acting Secretary for Transport and Logistics, Mr Liu Chun-san, met the Mayor of the Zhuhai Municipal Government, Mr Huang Zhihao, today (May 19) to exchange views on deepening co-operation between Hong Kong and Zhuhai on logistics and aviation. Mr Liu welcomed Mr Huang's visit to the Transport and Logistics Bureau with his delegation. During the meeting, they discussed multiple issues, including the development of a new trade corridor for the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge (HZMB), the promotion of the development of the logistics industry through intermodal transport by sea, land and air, and tapping further synergy from Hong Kong International Airport and Zhuhai Airport. âSince the full resumption of normal travel between the Mainland and Hong Kong since February this year, the traffic flow via the HZMB has rebounded significantly. With the strong support of the Central Government, the Guangdong Provincial Government, and the Zhuhai Municipal Government in taking forward the Northbound Travel for Hong Kong Vehicles, approved Hong Kong private cars will be allowed to travel between Hong Kong and Guangdong via the HZMB starting from July 1. Cross-boundary transport and passenger flows will thus be more frequent and busy. The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government will continue to strengthen communication with the Zhuhai Municipal Government, striving to better leverage the HZMB and explore new investment and market opportunities. Such co-operation will be conducive to long-lasting and high-quality economic growth for the two places, generating substantial economic benefits in the Greater Bay Area.
TLB and Guangzhou Port Authority sign Memorandum of Understanding on Greater Bay maritime co-operation (with photos) 
19.5.2023

The Transport and Logistics Bureau (TLB) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Greater Bay maritime co-operation with the Guangzhou Port Authority (GPA) at the 2023 Greater Bay Maritime Conference hosted by the People's Government of Guangzhou Municipality and Department of Transport of Guangdong Province and organised by GPA, Nansha District Government, Huangpu District Government and Hong Kong Shipowners Association today (May 19). The MoU was signed via video conferencing by the Acting Secretary for Transport and Logistics, Mr Liu Chun-san, with the Director of the GPA, Mr Sun Xiuqing. It will strengthen the collaboration between TLB and the GPA through establishing a communication mechanism for maritime development; enhancing exchanges on youth and maritime talents in the Greater Bay Area (GBA); and actively promoting the maritime industry in the GBA. The Secretary for Transport and Logistics, Mr Lam Sai-hung, said in his pre-recorded speech at the Conference, "Today's MoU with the GPA is a concrete example of tapping the GBA synergy to enhance mutual competitiveness." The Hong Kong Port has been a transhipment hub in the region, renowned for its high efficiency, strong connectivity and wide coverage, while the Guangzhou Port mainly handles domestic and foreign trade. This will enable a differential development of the ports in the two places on the principle of complementarity, collectively benefiting the manufacturing industry as well as the import and export trade in the GBA and southern China area. In fact, the National 14th Five-Year Plan and the Outline Development Plan for the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area clearly support Hong Kong to develop high value-added maritime services so as to consolidate its position as an international maritime centre. To this end, the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government proactively enhances the competitiveness of the maritime sector, through various measures including the development of smart port for better operation efficiency, the introduction of a series of tax concessions to attract the setting up of high-value maritime business establishments in Hong Kong, the establishment of a task force to put forward an action plan on strategies to further promote the development of Hong Kong as an international maritime centre, as well as additional fund support on manpower training for home-grown talent. Mr Lam said that with the talent, unique strengths and its well-developed maritime cluster, Hong Kong will continue to play an important role in the provision of high value-added professional services to the global maritime industry. With the synergy between the Government and the maritime sector, Hong Kong is also well positioned to contribute to the further development of the maritime capability of the GBA.
STL to attend APEC Transportation Ministerial Meeting in US
14.5.2023

The Secretary for Transport and Logistics, Mr Lam Sai-hung, departed for Detroit, the United States (US), today (May 14) to attend the 11th Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Transportation Ministerial Meeting. During the three-day meeting (May 15-17, US time), transportation ministers and senior officials from 21 APEC member economies will discuss some of the most pressing issues in the transport sector as the Asia-Pacific region emerges from the COVID-19 pandemic. The discussion issues include, among others, ways to strengthen the supply chain in the Asia-Pacific to drive economic growth and job creation, as well as the application of low and zero-emissions transportation technologies to tackle climate change. Speaking at a session on supply chain resilience on May 16 (US time), Mr Lam will share how Hong Kong's well-connected transport network, world-class infrastructure and close communications with other economies have minimised the negative impact of the pandemic on air cargo and logistics, and in turn enabled Hong Kong International Airport to retain its position as the world's busiest cargo airport. During his stay in the US, Mr Lam will have separate discussions with representatives from other APEC member economies to exchange views on strengthening co-operation on transport matters. Mr Lam will return to Hong Kong on Friday morning (May 19). During his absence from Hong Kong, the Under Secretary for Transport and Logistics, Mr Liu Chun-san, will be the Acting Secretary for Transport and Logistics.