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 press release
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Airport Authority Hong Kong publishes its Sustainability Report 2021/22
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 press release
Marine Ecology Enhancement Fund and Fisheries Enhancement Fund support twelve projects with over HK$13 million
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 press release
Airport Authority Hong Kong extends COVID-19 relief package until the end of May 2022
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 press release
Airport Authority Hong Kong announces its inaugural Sustainable Finance Framework
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 press release
Hong Kong International Airport’s Flight Token biometrics technology recognized at the Amadeus & ACI World Technology Innovation Awards 2021
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 press release
Airport Authority Hong Kong will support airlines to introduce the Terminal Charge Concession Scheme
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 press release
HKIA receives ICT Award for its commitment to transforming into a smart airport
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 press release
HKIA Launches off-airport check-in services at Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge boundary crossing facilities
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 press release
Airport Authority Hong Kong recognized HKIA’s business partners and tenants with awards for their exceptional efforts in waste management
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 press release
HKIA conducts annual aircraft crash and rescue exercise
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 press release
80 students to start 12-month internships at the Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA)
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 press release
HKIA wins “Top Asian Airport Efficiency Excellence Award” and “Best Global Airport” award
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 press release
Airport Authority Hong Kong hosts “Art, Culture and Music at the Airport 2017” at HKIA
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 press release
Hong Kong International Airport 2016/17: setting new annual records
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 press release
President Xi Jinping briefed on Hong Kong International Airport’s (HKIA) developments
Hong Kong, 2017-Jul-09 — /Travel PR News/ — President Xi Jinping was briefed on Hong Kong International Airport’s (HKIA) developments and its expansion into a Three-runway System during a visit to the HKIA Tower this morning. President Xi was accompanied by Mrs Carrie Lam, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. Mr Jack… Read the full press release
HKIA reports of 5.8% increase in passenger volume during July 2016 compared to same month last year
HONG KONG, 2016-Aug-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Air traffic at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) saw steady growth in July 2016. During the month, passenger volume increased 5.8% year on year to 6.3 million, while flight movements rose 2.9% to 35,200 compared to the same month last year. Cargo throughput saw a 4.7% year-on-year increase… Read the full press release
HKIA’s passenger volume and flight movements rose by 5.1% and 2.6% YoY during the 1H 2016
HONG KONG, 2016-Jul-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) recorded solid growth in passenger volume and flight movements during the first half of 2016. From January to June this year, passenger throughput and flight movements rose by 5.1% and 2.6% year on year to 35.2 million and 204,750, respectively. Cargo volume saw… Read the full press release
Airport Authority Hong Kong announces the revised financial arrangements for developing three-runway system at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA)
HONG KONG, 2015-9-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Airport Authority Hong Kong (AA) today announced the revised financial arrangements for developing the three-runway system (3RS) at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA), including the new proposed level of airport construction fee. The AA said 70% of departing passengers will pay a fee of HK$90 or below, a… Read the full press release
Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) fully supports Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA)’s plan to expand into a three-runway system
HONG KONG, 2015-9-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Jack So Chak-kwong, Chairman of Airport Authority Hong Kong (AA), recently met with Li Jiaxiang, Director General of the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) in Beijing. During the meeting, Mr So introduced the latest developments at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA), and also visited Beijing Capital… Read the full press release
HKIA’s July 2015 passenger volume rose by 6.6% compared to the same month last year; marked new monthly record
HONG KONG, 2015-8-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) marked a new monthly record in passenger throughput in July 2015. During the month, passenger volume rose by 6.6% to 6.0 million, while flight movements increased by 2.7% to 34,185, when compared to the same month last year. Cargo throughput experienced a… Read the full press release
Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA)named the “Best Airport – Asia” at the 2015 Asian Freight, Logistics & Supply Chain Awards (AFLAS)
HONG KONG, 2015-6-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) has been named the “Best Airport – Asia” at the 2015 Asian Freight, Logistics & Supply Chain Awards (AFLAS) organised byAsia Cargo News. The AFLAS awards are designed to recognise outstanding organisations for demonstrating leadership, as well as consistency in service quality,… Read the full press release
Airport Authority Hong Kong successfully concludes its “HKIA In Focus” Photo Competition
HONG KONG, 2015-5-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Families embracing farewell, iron birds spreading their wings, a crimson sunset over the terminal… all these scenes were captured as part of the first “HKIA In Focus” Photo Competition organised by the Airport Authority Hong Kong (AA). The competition drew massive response, and 40 finalists were invited to… Read the full press release
Airport Authority Hong Kong shares Government’s belief for urgent capacity expansion at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA)
Hong Kong, 2014-1-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Airport Authority Hong Kong (AA) welcomed today’s 2014 Policy Address by the Chief Executive, who highlighted the urgency to expand the handling capacity of Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA). The AA said it shares the Government’s belief that there is an urgent need to add a new runway by 2023 in… Read the full press release
Cathay Pacific Airways opened The Bridge, the airline’s sixth passenger lounge at Hong Kong International Airport
Hong Kong, 2013-11-1 — /travelprnews.com/ — Cathay Pacific Airways today opened The Bridge, the airline’s sixth passenger lounge at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA), following nine months of construction. The newly opened 2,567-square-metre lounge, conveniently located on Level 5 of the West Concourse at HKIA, near Gate 35, offers First and Business Class passengers an inviting environment of understated… Read the full press release
Airport Authority Hong Kong to host exhibition and public forum sessions on Environmental Impact Assessment for planned three-runway system project
HONG KONG, 2013-07-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Airport Authority Hong Kong (AA) today announced that it will host a four-day exhibition and two public forum sessions on the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) for the planned three-runway system project at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA), to be held from 1 to 4 August 2013 at the Hong Kong… Read the full press release
Hong Kong International Airport posted record 2012/2013 financial figures
HONG KONG, 2013-06-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) today announced that Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) continued to deliver record financial performances during the fiscal year ended 31 March 2013. Profit attributable to the equity shareholder rose 5.4% to HK$5,624 million during the year, while revenue increased 8.1% to HK$13,134 million. AAHK declared… Read the full press release