Hong Kong News

Hong Kong Shines Bright as Host of World Travel Awards Asia & Oceania Gala 2025
In the heart of Asia, where tradition meets innovation and skyscrapers punctuate the skyline, Hong Kong emerges as the dazzling host of the prestigious World Travel Awards Asia & Oceania Gala Ceremony 2025. Scheduled for October 13th, 2025, at the illustrious InterContinental Grand Stanford Hong Kong, this event promises to celebrate not only the region’s finest in travel and tourism but also the vibrant spirit and allure of this iconic city.

Iconic Local Hong Kong Gems Unite to Boost Tourism
From June to August, designer boutique Hong Kong hotels, Ovolo, will team up with iconic local establishments across the city to introduce the exclusive ‘Summer Concierge’, this collaborative initiative with Hong Kong’s local partners aims to boost tourism and showcase the city’s diverse offerings

Emirates Inks Strategic Tourism Agreements with Hong Kong, Seychelles and Sri Lanka
Underscoring Emirates’ commitment to boost tourism inflows across its network, the airline has reaffirmed its strategic cooperation with Tourism Seychelles and the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau and has forged a new partnership with the Hong Kong Tourism Board. Emirates has pledged its renewed commitment with Tourism Seychelles, supporting the island’s efforts to promoting tourism and trade to the country. The MoU was signed by Ahmed Khoory, Emirates’ SVP Commercial - West Asia & Indian Ocean, and Sherin Francis, Principal Secretary Tourism Department, Tourism Seychelles, in the presence of Nabil Sultan, Emirates’ Executive Vice President, Passenger Sales and Country Management.

Marriott International to Debut Autograph Collection Hotels in Hong Kong
Marriott International, Inc. announced it has signed an agreement with Victoria Park Hotels Ltd. to launch The Park Lane Hong Kong, Autograph Collection in early 2025.

Cathay Cargo Terminal Launches eSRF, Pioneering Digital Import Collection in Hong Kong
Cathay Cargo Terminal has introduced Electronic Shipment Release Forms (eSRF), becoming the first cargo terminal operator in Hong Kong to offer end-to-end digitalized import collection. Leveraging Airport Authority Hong Kong’s (AAHK) HKIA Cargo Data Platform, the eSRF feature streamlines the import collection process, enhancing efficiency, flexibility for freight forwarders, and security compared to paper-based processes.

Enjoy Waves of Surprises during Christmas Holiday at HKTB’s “Hong Kong WinterFest”
Rock your Christmas Holiday with waves of happenings at the Hong Kong WinterFest by the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB)! During the four-day holiday, members of the public can enjoy a diverse line-up of live performances at Christmas Town and the “Winter Harbourfront Pyrotechnics” at this Christmas extravaganza.

Hong Kong’s Largest Ever New Year Countdown Firework Musical to Welcome 2024
As the world eagerly anticipates the arrival of 2024, all eyes will turn to Hong Kong for the city’s largest New Year’s Eve firework display to date on 31st December 31 2023. Set against the iconic Hong Kong skyline, spectators will be treated to a 12-minute firework musical, surpassing any previous New Year’s Eve displays in the city in both coverage and duration.

Cathay Cargo Orders Airbus A350F Freighters to Expand Fleet and Boost Cargo Connectivity
Cathay Cargo, with a vision to become the world’s most customer-centric air cargo service brand, has placed an initial firm order for six Airbus A350F freighters and secured the option to acquire an additional 20 aircraft in the future. The state-of-the-art A350F freighters are scheduled for delivery starting in 2027 and are expected to enhance Hong Kong’s status as the world’s leading air cargo hub.

Cathay Pacific Marks 35 Years of Cadet Pilot Training and Graduates First Integrated Programme
Cathay Pacific celebrated the 35th anniversary of its Cadet Pilot Training Programme, emphasizing its commitment to nurturing young aviation professionals. The event also marked the graduation of the first group of cadet pilots from its integrated programme in collaboration with Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) and AeroGuard Flight Training Center.

HKTB Wins World’s Leading MICE Event - Inaugural IBTM Asia Pacific 2025 to be Staged in Hong Kong
The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) announced that Hong Kong has won IBTM, the world’s leading Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibitions (MICE) event brand, to organise its inaugural MICE trade show IBTM Asia Pacific 2025, in Spring 2025 in Hong Kong.

Cathay Cargo Terminal Marks 10th Anniversary with New International Branding
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 stakeholders in Hong Kong.

Cathay Group orders 32 A320neo Family aircraft
Hong Kong’s Cathay Group has announced the purchase of an additional 32 Airbus A320neo Family aircraft as it continues to invest in expanding and modernising its fleet.