Hong Kong's International Airport reopened its expanded Terminal 2, serving 4,200 passengers on its first day with smooth operations. Passengers praised efficiency but sought more convenient boarding arrangements.
Hong Kong's airport anticipates a volume shift this summer as airlines reduce scheduled flights and swap jet sizes to manage costs amid a global fuel crisis and rising economy passenger fares to Europe.
Hong Kong's Airport Authority announced Terminal 2 will open on May 27, streamlining check-in, immigration, and security before passengers proceed to Terminal 1 for departure. The new terminal aims to boost efficiency and passenger comfort, with further developments planned.
Hong Kong International Airport's Terminal 2 will reopen on May 27 as part of expansion plans. Fifteen airlines, primarily regional and low-cost carriers like HK Express and AirAsia, will move their check-in operations from Terminal 1 to Terminal 2 in phases until June 10.
Hong Kong Airport Authority assumes control of 70% of 11 Skies' retail and dining space from New World Development ahead of Terminal 2's opening, significantly reducing New World's role in the HK$20 billion project.
Hong Kong International Airport expects up to 10% revenue growth this year, positioning itself as an alternative hub amid Middle East tensions, with projected passenger traffic rising to 70 million despite flight disruptions.
Health authorities will provide free measles vaccinations to Hong Kong airport workers from Friday, following the detection of three cases among aircraft maintenance staff. The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) warned on Thursday of the “relatively high” risk of measles transmission at the aviation hub, citing the high volume of travellers passing through there and the sizeable proportion of non-local-born workers who might not have received measles jabs in childhood. “In order to prevent...
Hong Kong health authorities are investigating a third measles case involving a 37-year-old aircraft maintenance worker at the airport, epidemiologically linked to two colleagues. The man, who had no direct contact with travellers, developed fever and myalgia on Wednesday, followed by cough and sore throat, and sought medical attention at a private clinic in Tuen Mun on Thursday. Authorities say all three cases worked for the same company at the airport and the latest patient is uncertain about vaccination status.
