Chief Executive in Council approves railway scheme of Smart and Green Mass Transit System in Kai Tak
The Chief Executive in Council today (March 31) authorised the railway scheme of the Smart and Green Mass Transit System in Kai Tak (SGMTS-KT) in accordance with the Railways Ordinance (Cap. 519).
The railway scheme of the Smart and Green Mass Transit System in Kai Tak (SGMTS-KT), Photo source: FB@HKTLB
The SGMTS-KT is approximately 3.5-kilometre long with six stations. The termini will be connected to the Kai Tak Cruise Terminal and the MTR Kai Tak Station respectively. It will provide a convenient feeder transport service connecting the former runway area of Kai Tak to the MTR Kai Tak Station to strengthen connectivity among residential and commercial developments, tourism, culture and recreation, sports and community facilities within the area. Tenders for the contract of the SGMTS-KT were invited in October 2025, with the system targeted to be commissioned in 2031.
A Government spokesperson said, "The Government has collected public views on the SGMTS-KT project through various channels earlier, including consulting the Legislative Council (LegCo)'s Subcommittee on Matters Relating to Railways, the Transport Advisory Committee, the Kowloon City District Council and the Task Force on Kai Tak Harbourfront Development of the Harbourfront Commission, and exchanging views with relevant LegCo Members and stakeholders. The public is generally supportive of the SGMTS-KT project."
The scheme of the SGMTS-KT was gazetted on July 25, 2025, and August 1, 2025. In respect of the objections received, the Government has carefully studied the grounds of each opinion and met with the objectors to explain the railway scheme and address their concerns. All of the unwithdrawn objections have been submitted to the Executive Council for consideration.
"During the implementation of the SGMTS-KT project, the franchisee will maintain close communication with the relevant stakeholders. Furthermore, the franchisee is required to comply with the conditions set out in the environmental permit issued by the Director of Environmental Protection to mitigate the environmental impacts of the works," the spokesman added.
The railway scheme of the Smart and Green Mass Transit System in Kai Tak (SGMTS-KT), Photo source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
ExCo Non-official Members congratulate successful launch of manned Shenzhou-23 spacecraft
The following is issued on behalf of the Executive Council Secretariat:
Non-official Members of the Executive Council (ExCo) today (May 24) warmly congratulate the successful launch of the Shenzhou-23 manned spaceship. They extend their highest respect to all crew members, including Dr Lai Ka-ying, the first payload expert from the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR).
The Convenor of ExCo Non-official Members, Mrs Regina Ip, said, "This year marks the beginning of the National 15th Five-Year Plan. This mission is the first manned spaceflight during the 15th Five-Year Plan period and the first time a Hong Kong expert has participated, which is a truly momentous occasion. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to the country for providing Hong Kong's innovation and technology talent with this invaluable opportunity to take part in the country's aerospace endeavours. Dr Lai has successfully undergone the rigorous selection and training process to become one of the country's fourth batch of astronauts, and China's fourth female astronaut to reach space, contributing Hong Kong's strength to the national aerospace endeavours. She has exemplified the Lion Rock spirit of rising to challenges with resilience and perseverance. Her courage and determination are truly admirable, and all Hong Kong citizens are immensely inspired and proud of her. The understanding and support of her family are also essential for her to participate in this mission with resolution. I am deeply grateful for their support and commitment.
"The HKSAR Government is actively developing Hong Kong into an international innovation and technology centre and supporting promising research projects through various funding schemes. As an example, the Multi-Spectral Imaging Carbon Observatory (MUSICO) camera, developed under a project led by the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology and funded by the Government's Innovation and Technology Support Programme Special Call on Aerospace Technology, has successfully arrived at China's Tiangong Space Station, becoming Hong Kong's first scientific payload aboard the station. This fully demonstrates Hong Kong's innovation and technology edge and talent advantages."
Non-official Members of the Executive Council expressed their heartfelt gratitude to the country for its high recognition of Hong Kong's innovation and technology talent, development and achievements, as well as its profound emphasis, care and support for Hong Kong's scientific and technological development. They firmly believe that the HKSAR Government will seize this historic moment to nurture more outstanding innovation and technology talent for the country and Hong Kong, and better integrate into and serve the country's overall development.
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