Hong Kong Airlines Received the allocation of traffic rights between Hong Kong and Taipei and Kaohsi
30-Dec-2011 Hong Kong Airlines Limited is pleased to announce today (December 30, 2011) that the company has received allocation of traffic rights between Hong Kong and Taiwan by Transport and Housing Bureau of the HKSAR Government.
In accordance with the provisions of the Air Services Arrangement, Hong Kong Airlines Limited can operate passenger and all-cargo services to Taipei and Kaohsiung with immediate effect. Hong Kong Airlines will launch four daily passenger flights and all-cargo services with 650 tonnes per week on Taipei or Kaohsiung routes, starting to operate in the first quarter of 2012.
Taiwan is one of the fast-developing passenger and cargo markets in Asia, with continued strong and fast-growing demand in the tourism and freight industries. The new allocation of traffic rights not only provides Hong Kong and Mainland passengers with a wider choice and enhanced convenience, but also lays a strong foundation for developing the third runway at the Hong Kong International Airport. This will further develop Hong Kong's position as a leading international traffic hub. Hong Kong Airlines looks forward to the development of Taipei and Kaohsiung routes taking the airline to a new chapter.