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HK Approves 3.5km Smart Railway for 50,000 Daily Passengers

3/31/2026

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The Hong Kong Executive Council approved a 3.5 km elevated smart mass transit railway in Kai Tak linking the cruise terminal to the MTR station.
A government spokesman said there is public support after public consultations.
Open tender began last October, with operation planned by 2031.
The successful bidder will gain property development rights to fund the project sustainably.
The system is projected to serve 50,000 passengers daily.

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The Hong Kong Executive Council approved a 3.5 km elevated smart mass transit railway in Kai Tak linking the cruise terminal to the MTR station.
A government spokesman said there is public support after public consultations.
Open tender began last October, with operation planned by 2031.
The successful bidder will gain property development rights to fund the project sustainably.
The system is projected to serve 50,000 passengers daily.