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Hong Kong International Airport and Trip.com unveil free layover tours to showcase the city’s culture and attractions

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(NEWS) HONG KONG, 2025-Sep-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) has introduced a new free layover tour program that gives transfer passengers the chance to discover the city’s cultural landmarks and iconic views during their transit. The initiative, jointly organized with Trip.com, is available to passengers with at least seven hours… Read the full news article

Phase One of Expanded Terminal 2 at Hong Kong International Airport to Open with New Coach Hall on September 23

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(IN SHORT) The expanded Terminal 2 (T2) at Hong Kong International Airport will open in phases starting on September 23, 2025, with the Coach Hall being the first facility to operate. The new Coach Hall will feature 41 parking spaces for buses and coaches, improving traffic flow at the airport and reducing congestion at Terminal… Read the full news article

Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) Recognized for Excellence and Environmental Sustainability

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(IN SHORT) Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) has been recognized for its excellence in service and environmental sustainability, winning “Best Airport in China” at the 2025 TTG China Travel Awards for the second consecutive year. Additionally, the airport’s “Renewable Diesel Pilot Project” earned the Gold Award in the ACI Green Airports Recognition 2025 for its… Read the full news article

Hong Kong International Airport Ranked World’s Top Cargo Hub for 2024 with 4.9 Million Tonnes Handled

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(IN SHORT) Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) has been named the world’s busiest cargo airport for 2024 by Airports Council International (ACI) World, having handled 4.9 million tonnes of cargo over the year. This marks the 14th time HKIA has held the top position since 2010. Vivian Cheung, CEO of Airport Authority Hong Kong, credited… Read the full news article

Cathay Cargo Terminal Launches First Fully Autonomous Tractor Operations at Hong Kong International Airport

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(IN SHORT) Cathay Cargo Terminal has conducted the first complete trial of Autonomous Electric Tractor (AET) operations at Hong Kong International Airport, successfully transporting cargo from within the terminal to the remote West Cargo Apron. The trial showcased seamless end-to-end automation, including precision docking and secure digital check-ins. Developed in partnership with Airport Authority Hong… Read the full news article

HKIA Honors Outstanding Service with Annual CSEP Awards

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(IN SHORT) Hong Kong International Airport celebrated service excellence at its annual Customer Service Excellence Programme awards, where over 430 nominations recognized more than 870 outstanding staff members and teams. The ceremony, led by Acting CEO Vivian Cheung of AAHK, also introduced a new 20-member Customer Service Excellence Steering Committee aimed at further enhancing the… Read the full news article

Cathay Invests HK$100 Billion to Elevate Hong Kong’s Aviation Hub Status

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(IN SHORT) Cathay Group is investing over HK$100 billion to strengthen Hong Kong’s international aviation hub, focusing on fleet expansion, enhanced customer experience, and upgraded lounges. The investment supports Cathay’s growth strategy and commitment to sustainability, aiming to achieve carbon net-zero by 2050. The Group is also on track to restore its pre-pandemic flight capacity… Read the full news article

Cathay Cargo Commends Hong Kong Airport’s Global Cargo Dominance

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Celebrating the city’s achievement and reaffirming its commitment to contributing to its home hub’s continued success (IN SHORT) Cathay Cargo extends congratulations to Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) for securing its position as the world’s busiest cargo airport for the 13th time in 14 years, as per the latest data from Airports Council International (ACI)…. Read the full news article

Emirates Expands Chauffeur-Drive Service for Business Class Passengers in Hong Kong

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(IN SHORT) Emirates has extended its Chauffeur-drive service to Business Class passengers traveling to and from Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) as of February 1, 2024. This complimentary service enhances the airline’s premium offering in Hong Kong, providing a convenient door-to-door journey for Business Class travelers. Passengers can choose from a range of luxurious vehicles… Read the full news article

Cathay Cargo, IATA, and Airport Authority Hong Kong Achieve Milestone with World-First ONE Record Shipment from Dongguan for Export via Hong Kong

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Cathay Cargo accepts shipment in the Greater Bay Area using IATA ONE Record protocols prior to journey by sea and unloading for export from Hong Kong International Airport Hong Kong, China, 2023-Oct-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Cathay Cargo has worked with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK)… Read the full news article

Cathay Cargo Terminal Marks 10th Anniversary with New International Branding and Vision for the Future

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Focusing on digital leadership, sustainability leadership and expanding footprint into the Greater Bay Area Hong Kong, China, 2023-Oct-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Cathay Cargo Terminal celebrated its 10-year anniversary of full operations at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) by rolling out its new marketing brand internationally and hosting a special party for customers and… Read the full news article

Direct Hong Kong-Chicago Air Service Resumes, Boosting Transpacific Travel

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Thrice-Weekly Flight Between Two Global Cities Launches Oct. 3 CHICAGO, IL, 2023-Sep-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Direct air service between Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) and Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) will resume next week, marking a pivotal step in the ongoing revitalization of the transpacific air service market at the world’s second busiest… Read the full news article

Hong Kong International Airport Reports Strong Recovery with Significant Passenger and Cargo Growth in July 2023

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HONG KONG, 2023-Aug-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) released the air traffic figures for Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) for July 2023.  As passenger traffic continued to rise, during the month HKIA handled over 3.8 million passengers, a 14.9% increase compared to June 2023. The daily average in July exceeded… Read the full news article

Aviation Day 2023 Kicks Off in Hong Kong, Gathering Global Industry Leaders to Discuss Future of Air Travel and Cargo in the Greater Bay Area

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HONG KONG, 2023-Aug-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Aviation Day 2023, a signature conference for the global aviation industry, kicked off in Hong Kong. Co-hosted by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA), the two-day event held at AsiaWorld Expo was attended by more than 1,000 aviation industry professionals from… Read the full news article

Hong Kong International Aviation Academy to launch a commercial pilot training program in collaboration with Hong Kong Airlines

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Hong Kong, China, 2023-Apr-05 — /Travel PR News/ — A new commercial airline pilot training programme organised by the Hong Kong International Aviation Academy (HKIAA) is expected to be launched later this year upon receiving approval from the Civil Aviation Department (CAD). HKIAA is currently seeking approval from CAD for CAD509(A) Flying Training Organisation authorisation… Read the full news article

500,000 Air Tickets Up for Grabs in World of Winners Campaign by AAHK

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HONG KONG, 2023-Feb-07 — /Travel PR News/ — The “World of Winners” Tickets Giveaway Campaign sponsored by Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) will be launched on 1 March 2023. Around 500,000 air tickets will be given away to travellers in major passenger markets in support of the Government’s global promotions, with a view to expediting… Read the full news article

Airport Authority Hong Kong publishes its Sustainability Report 2021/22

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HONG KONG, 2022-Sep-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) releases its Sustainability Report 2021/22 today (31 August 2022), outlining the sustainability performance of Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) in the fiscal year ending 31 March 2022 along its roadmap to becoming the World’s Greenest Airport. The report marks 10 years of… Read the full news article

Marine Ecology Enhancement Fund and Fisheries Enhancement Fund support twelve projects with over HK$13 million

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HONG KONG, CHINA, 2022-Jul-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Twelve projects have received a total of over HK$13 million from the independent Marine Ecology Enhancement Fund (MEEF) and Fisheries Enhancement Fund (FEF) for a 12-month period from 1 July 2022 to 30 June 2023. The funded projects are managed and conducted by universities, research organisations,… Read the full news article

Airport Authority Hong Kong extends COVID-19 relief package until the end of May 2022

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HONG KONG, CHINA, 2022-Mar-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) continues to stand with the airport community by extending its relief package for two months to the end of May 2022, in view of the prolonged impact to the aviation industry brought by the COVID-19 pandemic. Various fee waiver or concession… Read the full news article

Airport Authority Hong Kong announces its inaugural Sustainable Finance Framework

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HONG KONG, CHINA, 2022-Jan-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) announces the publication of its inaugural Sustainable Finance Framework (SFF) and Second Party Opinion in relation to the Sustainable Finance Framework. AAHK’s SFF sets out how AAHK intends to enter into Sustainable Finance Transactions (SFTs) to fund expenditure on projects that… Read the full news article

Hong Kong International Airport’s Flight Token biometrics technology recognized at the Amadeus & ACI World Technology Innovation Awards 2021

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HONG KONG, 2021-Nov-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) announced that Flight Token, a biometrics technology empowered departure journey at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA), is voted by the experts from the aviation industry as the “Best Innovation in Airport Passengers Related Processes” in the Amadeus & ACI World Technology Innovation… Read the full news article

Airport Authority Hong Kong will support airlines to introduce the Terminal Charge Concession Scheme

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To strengthen Hong Kong International Airport’s Global Air Cargo Hub Status HONG KONG, CHINA, 2019-Dec-12 — /Travel PR News/ — To reinforce Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA)’s competitiveness and its global status as the leading air cargo hub, Airport Authority Hong Kong (AA) will support airlines to introduce the Terminal Charge Concession Scheme (the Scheme)… Read the full news article

HKIA receives ICT Award for its commitment to transforming into a smart airport

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HONG KONG, CHINA, 2019-Apr-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Hong Kong International Airport’s (HKIA) on-going efforts to adopt the latest technologies and transform itself into a smart airport were recently recognised at the prestigious Hong Kong ICT Awards 2019, at which it clinched four awards. The “IoT-Augmented Airfield Service System” (AS2) received both the Grand… Read the full news article

HKIA Launches off-airport check-in services at Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge boundary crossing facilities

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HONG KONG, 2018-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — In tandem with the commissioning of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge (HZMB), Airport Authority Hong Kong (AA) is launching off-airport check-in services at the HZMB boundary crossing facilities for the convenience of passengers using the bridge to connect to destinations around the world. At the Hong Kong Boundary… Read the full news article

Airport Authority Hong Kong recognized HKIA’s business partners and tenants with awards for their exceptional efforts in waste management

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HONG KONG, 2018-Mar-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The third Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) Environmental Management Recognition Scheme, held by Airport Authority Hong Kong (AA) to acknowledge strong environmental performance by HKIA’s business partners and tenants, came to a successful close today as a total of 102 business partners and tenants were presented with awards… Read the full news article

HKIA conducts annual aircraft crash and rescue exercise

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HONG KONG, 2017-Nov-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) successfully conducted its annual aircraft crash and rescue exercise this morning, proving its readiness and effectiveness in handling contingencies. The exercise aims to provide opportunities for the airport community, Government departments and related organisations to familiarise themselves with and practise cooperation in emergency… Read the full news article

80 students to start 12-month internships at the Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA)

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HONG KONG, 2017-Oct-03 — /Travel PR News/ — More than 80 students are starting 12-month internships at the Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) after completing a course at the Hong Kong International Aviation Academy (the Academy) aimed at nurturing young people for careers in the aviation industry. The “Certificate Course in Airport Services and Operations” is… Read the full news article

HKIA wins “Top Asian Airport Efficiency Excellence Award” and “Best Global Airport” award

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HKIA wins “Top Asian Airport Efficiency Excellence Award” and “Best Global Airport” award   HONG KONG, 2017-Jul-11 — /Travel PR News/ — The operational efficiency and air cargo services of Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) respectively have been recognised again by two prestigious international awards – the “Top Asian Airport Efficiency Excellence Award” from the… Read the full news article

Airport Authority Hong Kong hosts “Art, Culture and Music at the Airport 2017” at HKIA

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Hong Kong, 2017-Jul-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) celebrated the launch of “Art, Culture and Music at the Airport 2017” today. Hosted by Airport Authority Hong Kong (AA) for the third consecutive year, the four-month event treats passengers from around the world to an array of exhibitions and performances, showcasing… Read the full news article

Hong Kong International Airport 2016/17: setting new annual records

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Air traffic services and facilities growth enter new stage with strong emphasis on people development Hong Kong, 2017-Jul-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) enjoyed a fruitful year in 2016/17, setting new annual records in all three air traffic figures. During the fiscal year, passenger traffic rose 1.1% to 70.5 million,… Read the full news article