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Autonomous Vehicle Testing Approved for Hong Kong's Airport Route

2/23/2026

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The Transport Department approved autonomous-vehicle testing from the airport island to Sunny Bay and Tung Chung.
The move aligns with Hong Kong's goal to deploy driverless technology across districts.
In 2025, the Transport Department noted advancements such as simultaneous operation of multiple vehicles.
The updated pilot license, held by Baidu Apollo International, authorizes a 43.2 km total trial route.
It also increases the number of vehicles allowed to operate simultaneously.

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Story summary

The Transport Department approved autonomous-vehicle testing from the airport island to Sunny Bay and Tung Chung.
The move aligns with Hong Kong's goal to deploy driverless technology across districts.
In 2025, the Transport Department noted advancements such as simultaneous operation of multiple vehicles.
The updated pilot license, held by Baidu Apollo International, authorizes a 43.2 km total trial route.
It also increases the number of vehicles allowed to operate simultaneously.