HKG | Hong Kong International Airport

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Airport Authority Records Strong Interim Results for Fiscal 2012/2013
Press Release

(HONG KONG, 26 November 2012) – Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) today announced the unaudited interim financial results for the six months ended 30 September 2012. Revenue and profit attributable to equity shareholder rose 8.0% and 13.1% respectively over the same period in 2011 to HK$ 6,395 million and HK$ 2,751 million.

All traffic volumes at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) reported growth in the first half of fiscal 2012/2013. The airport handled 28.7 million passengers, two million tonnes of cargo and 176,000 aircraft movements, representing year-on-year growth of 3.8%, 2.1% and 4.6% respectively.

Commenting on the financial performance, Stanley Hui Hon-chung, Chief Executive Officer of AAHK, said, "The rise in revenue and profit was attributed to the growth of passenger traffic and aircraft movements. Also, the retail licences and advertising revenue saw a 9.8% increase over the same period last year, further contributing to overall growth.

"While all three categories saw growth during the period, it is especially worth noting that cargo throughput rebounded despite the persistently challenging economic situations in Europe and the US. We expect there will continue to be moderate growth in both passenger and air traffic movements, and we are cautiously optimistic about cargo throughput for the rest of the fiscal year. To meet growth needs and maintain high quality service, construction of the Midfield Concourse and new parking stands as well as refurbishment of existing facilities are well underway," added Mr Hui.

William Lo Chi-chung, Executive Director, Finance, AAHK, said, "We are pleased with the financial performance for the first six months. However, the 2012/2013 full-year performance might be affected by increases in expenditure to refurbish existing facilities and develop growth plans in order to sustain service levels and increase handling capacity. Slower growth in retail revenue, a trend that has started to emerge in recent months, is also likely to have an impact on this year's performance. We will continue to exercise prudent financial discipline during the remainder of the year in view of the challenging operating environment."

In the first six months of this fiscal year, the number of passengers using the airport's cross-boundary ferry service at SkyPier, which covers eight ferry ports in the Pearl River Delta, experienced year-on-year growth of 9% to approximately 1.4 million. SkyPier set a new record for single-month passenger flow of 266,000 passengers in August; just one month after the previous single-month record was set. Approximately 987,000 passengers used the mainland coach and limousine service at HKIA during the period under review, up 4% from a year earlier.

In the first half of 2012/2013 AAHK welcomed the issuance of the Study Brief for the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) to expand HKIA into a three-runway system. AAHK has since embarked upon the EIA process, which is expected to take two years to complete, and has pledged to carry out the work in a highly professional, transparent and thorough manner. The airport has also committed to walking the extra mile by assessing future carbon emissions.

HKIA continued to be recognised for its operational efficiency and service excellence and was named the world's "Best Airport" at the TTG Travel Awards and the "Best Airport in China" by Business Traveller Magazine. The airport community has pledged to keep reviewing service standards to further enhance its industry-leading service levels in the face of increasing traffic demand.

AAHK was also awarded the Platinum Award in the Public Sector/Not-for-profit Category at the 2012 Best Corporate Governance Disclosure Awards, organised by the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants, in recognition of achieving the highest corporate governance standards in this category.

The 2012/2013 interim financial results were reviewed by an independent auditor and approved by the Board of the Airport Authority.

More : http://www.hongkongairport.com/eng/m...s/pr_1084.html

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Spring Air Considers Hong Kong Hub in Cathay Pacific Challenge
By Jasmine Wang - Nov 29, 2012 12:01 AM GMT+0800
Bloomberg Excerpt

Spring Airlines Co., China’s biggest privately-owned carrier, is considering a venture in Hong Kong as it joins operators trying to break Cathay Pacific Airways Ltd. (293)’s grip on the city’s aviation market.

The carrier has drawn up a plan as part of an overseas expansion push that may also include operations in Japan, South Korea and Taiwan, Chairman Wang Zhenghua said in an interview yesterday in Hong Kong. He didn’t give a time-frame for when a Hong Kong carrier may start flying.

“We want to go out and tap international markets,” Wang said. “A road for expanding overseas starting from Hong Kong will be the shortest one for us.”

Spring Air, based in Shanghai, will add four new routes to Hong Kong from mainland China next month, competing against Cathay Pacific’s Hong Kong Dragon Airlines Ltd. services. Cathay is also facing rivalry from Hong Kong Airlines, Asia’s fastest growing carrier, and a planned Jetstar venture that’s due to start flying next year.

The new Hong Kong routes linking Chongqing, Hangzhou, Nanjing and Xiamen will add to Spring Air’s thrice-daily service from Shanghai. The expansion means Spring will serve four of the 10 busiest routes between Hong Kong and the mainland, according to CAPA - Centre for Aviation, a research company. All four of the new destinations are popular tourist markets, it said.

Spring Air, which has moved away from its traditional low- cost operations by adding some business-class seats, was also working on plans for a venture in Japan. This has been delayed because of a territorial dispute between the two countries, Wang said.

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Tonlesap Airlines- Hong Kong to Siem Reap inaugural on November 16th, 2012
Press Release

Within a few months after the four inaugurals in China during July, 2012, Tonlesap Airlines is now launching another new service route from Siem Reap to Hong Kong on November 16th, 2012. Through the thorough planning from the staffs of Tonlesap Airlines, we are constantly seeking new opportunities to better service our passengers.

Hong Kong International Airport (commonly known as Chek Lap Kok Airport) is an important transit airport in Asia; it has managed to handle 333,760 aircraft movements, 53.9 million passengers and 4.1 million tones of cargo in the year of 2011. The passenger traffic of Hong Kong International Airport is among the top ten worldwide; its freight forwarder had arouse to worldwide number one in 2010, and the airport is especially rated as five-star by Skytrax. Being such an important hub airport, Tonlesap Airlines is pleased to announce the commencement of flight between Siem Reap and Hong Kong.

We are looking forward to this maiden flight on November 16th between Siem Reap and Hong Kong. In addition, to be able to bring passengers from all over the world to visit this stunning world class cultural relic of Cambodia.

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International pilots back plan for third runway at Hong Kong Airport
International federation says members complain of delays because of growing air traffic, and that current capacity will not be sufficient in future
South China Morning Post Excerpt
Monday, 03 December, 2012

A group representing pilots around the world is backing plans for a third runway at Hong Kong International Airport.

The International Federation of Airline Pilots' Associations, which has 100,000 members, said the city would eventually need a third runway because of increasing air traffic.

Its director of operations, Gideon Ewers, said from Britain: "My colleagues say they often face 30-minute delays as air traffic in Hong Kong grows."

The Airport Authority estimates the two-runway system will reach its maximum capacity of 420,000 flight movements annually between 2019 and 2022.

A three-runway system would be able to accommodate 620,000 flight movements a year.

One problem that increases airport congestion is that planes flying from Hong Kong into the mainland have to fly at a minimum of 15,700 feet.

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Some sharp photos.

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Could you reorient that to the right because it seems strange for me to read the text sideways...? What I understand though is that Spring Airlines is opening up more routes from HKG, thus they have special introductory low fares from HKD129, true?

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Originally Posted by fieldsofdreams

Could you reorient that to the right because it seems strange for me to read the text sideways...? What I understand though is that Spring Airlines is opening up more routes from HKG, thus they have special introductory low fares from HKD129, true?

Yes, there will be 4 new routes starting on 16 December : Chongqing, Nanjing, Hangzhou, and Xiamen. The promotional fare is 129 HKD not inclusive of taxes and surcharges.

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I knew it! It looks Spring Airlines is looking at HKG as a focus city with that number of flights. Thanks for adjusting the pic too by the way.

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Hong Kong International Airport view from Ngong Ping 360 by Bilal /\/\iRza بلال ميرزا, on Flickr

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Direct to Koh Samui
The Standard
Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Bangkok Airways turns 45 next year and to mark the occasion it is starting two daily flights between Hong Kong and Koh Samui starting from December 1.

ML Nandhika Varavarn, the airline's vice president for corporate communications, said: "Bangkok Airways is dedicated to meeting our customers' needs, which is why we offer in-flight meals prepared by world- class chefs and fly only new aircraft - including two Airbus 319s just added to our fleet - to ensure passenger safety."

Website: www.bangkokair.com

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Hactl named Air Cargo Terminal of the Year for sixth year running
Press Release
7 December 2012, Hong Kong

Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl) – the major cargo handler at Hong Kong International Airport, the world’s leading air cargo hub – has received the “Air Cargo Terminal of the Year” award for the sixth year running at the Supply Chain Asia Logistics Awards 2012. The awards were presented at a gala dinner held at the Marina Bay Sands Hotel in Singapore on 6 December (Thursday), attended by senior logistics professionals.

Organised by Supply Chain Asia magazine, the awards were based on online voting by industry players. Submissions of shortlisted companies in each category were then considered by a panel of expert judges to decide the winners.

Hactl’s winning submission successfully convinced judges about its customer service, IT know-how and systems, efficiency, its airline network coverage, the quality of its ground transport links, its charges, its special handling abilities, its record of launching products and services to match market demand, and its Corporate Social Responsibilities and environmental policies.

Speaking after the event, Mark Whitehead, Managing Director of Hactl, said: “It is very gratifying that so many logistics professionals throughout Asia have voted to recognise Hactl’s efforts to provide highest quality handling services. I would love to dedicate this award to everyone at Hactl. Their enthusiasm, hard work and commitment every day of the year are what has won us this honour.

“While we take pride in our achievements, we will not rest on our laurels as we continue to strive for excellence in everything we do for our customers and the community. In the dynamic air cargo industry, we strive to be a company that is receptive to changes and opportunities. We will continue to support Hong Kong International Airport to maintain its status as the world’s number one air cargo hub with its reputation for efficiency and excellence.”

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Is there a direct flight from Hong Kong to San Paulo, Brazil?

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No, from Asia only cities linked to GRU are SIN via BCN (Singapore Airlines), PEK via MAD (Air China) and ICN via LAX (Korean Air).

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Air pollution must be a common occurence around that area. I wonder if the airport gets shut down or flights delayed if visibility is really bad?

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Originally Posted by Tandax

Air pollution must be a common occurence around that area. I wonder if the airport gets shut down or flights delayed if visibility is really bad?

I've never heard of pollution-induced airport closures. There is plenty of automation nowadays to guide planes to land safely.

The skies have not been so grey at all so far this winter.

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