Hong Kong’s answer to Google Glass, an environment-sensing safety helmet – these are start-up ideas that have emerged victorious in the latest round of a pitching competition, and vying for up to US$3 million in investment. The Jumpstarter competition ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong given level playing field after government cuts tax rate on aircraft leasing companies
With the recent decision by the Hong Kong government to cut the tax rate on aircraft leasing companies, analysts and industry insiders believe the city has an opportunity to be less reliant on property and tourism when it comes to financial transactions. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Airlines plans A350 service launch in Sep 2017
Launched in 2007, the site became part of the Routesonline content offering in 2010 and continues to provide breaking news on new routes and schedule changes to the network development community. ( read original story ...)
‘Offsetting’, ‘co-location’ and other Hong Kong buzz words in the news this week
What does it mean? “Co-location”, in this case, means putting customs, immigration and quarantine checks for both the Hong Kong and mainland Chinese authorities inside the new terminal for the high-speed rail link to Guangzhou, which is set to start ... ( read original story ...)
As interest in Hong Kong affairs grows, time is ripe for local think tanks to shine
Hong Kong’s first post-1997 leader, Tung Chee-hwa, once lamented the differences between the development and role of think tanks in the city and the United States. Whereas American think tanks actively assert influence over policy makers with their ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Airlines opens Los Angeles reservation from Dec 2017
Hong Kong Airlines during the weekend of 29JUL17 opened reservation for Hong Kong – Los Angeles service, reported on Airlineroute earlier this month. However, the airline has modified its initial operation, which sees launch date scheduled on 18DEC17 ... ( read original story ...)
Life Inside Hong Kong’s ‘Coffin Cubicles’, A Parallel Universe Of Misery And Hardship
“That day, I came home and cried,” said Benny Lam, the photographer who captured the grim living conditions of people living in Hong Kong’s ‘Coffin Cubicles’. Just recently, travellers began appreciating the cubicles hostel as an option to stay ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong stocks slip on profit taking on financials, ends week up 1pc
Hong Kong stocks slipped on Friday as investors took profits on financials, paring this week’s strong gains, and following overnight losses in US technology stocks. But analysts expect a slew of positive company earnings reports in coming weeks to ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore, Hong Kong fight to rule Asia air hots up
For decades, Singapore and Hong Kong have reigned supreme: as key transit points connecting travellers in Asia to and from the rest of the world. But now, a $1-trillion (about R12.95-trillion) global airport spree is threatening the status quo. Half that ... ( read original story ...)
Wish you were here? The Hong Kong resort that delivers paradise at a bargain price
And it all comes at a surprisingly low cost by Hong Kong standards. A 1,240 sq ft flat sold for HK$4 million in June; a 1,220 sq ft property in Causeway Bay went for HK$17 million. On average, property on Hong Kong Island costs HK$14,709 per square foot ... ( read original story ...)
How technology helps Hong Kong’s Tai Ping Carpets sell products to stars, casinos and airports
Established in 1956 by seven businessmen led by Lawrence Kadoorie of the famous Hong Kong business dynasty, the company initially provided jobs for skilled traditional carpet workers who came to Hong Kong as refugees from the mainland. The application of ... ( read original story ...)
It’s fade out for Hong Kong’s film industry as China moves into the spotlight
For almost three decades starting in the 1970s, there was nothing like it as Hong Kong’s film industry catapulted a large number of Asian A-listers to international stardom. But the golden days are long gone. Hong Kong films have had little to no ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s Li Ka-Shing bets on smart meters with Germany’s Ista
A joint venture backed by Hong Kong billionaire Li Ka-Shing agreed to acquire Germany’s Ista International, betting on the increasing adoption of so-called smart metering technology to cut water and power consumption. The sale price wasn’t disclosed. ( read original story ...)
Green International : CHANGE OF PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS IN HONG KONG (in PDF)
As at the date of this announcement, the executive Directors are Dr. Yu Qigang (Chairman), Mr. Zeng Xiang Di (Chief Executive Officer), Mr. Yang Wang Jian, Mr. Chen Hanhong and Ms. Eva Au; the non-executive Director is Ms. Yu Jiaoli; and the independent ... ( read original story ...)