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Mable Chan

Mable Chan was appointed Secretary for Transport and Logistics in December 2024, overseeing Hong Kong’s transport and logistics policies. A seasoned civil servant since 1989, she previously served as Commissioner for Transport and Permanent Secretary for Transport and Logistics. Her role involves developing Hong Kong as an international shipping and aviation hub, advancing major railway projects, and implementing cross-border travel schemes. Known for her leadership and proactive approach, she is instrumental in streamlining processes, such as the 2020 taxi driver test initiative, and ensuring timely project delivery to enhance the city’s connectivity and economic development.

The Central Kowloon Route passes by Kai Tak Hospital. Photo: Karma Lo

Mable Chan

Hong Kong route linking Yau Ma Tei and Tseung Kwan O to fully open in December

Route 6’s completion to be marked by opening of key section of long-awaited Central Kowloon Route.

Uber shuts down FlyTaxi, second metered cab platform it acquired in Hong Kong

Over 11,000 sign up for Hong Kong taxi, ride-hailing test, beating expectations

Hong Kong to open waters to Guangdong yachts under southbound scheme from October

Transport chief Mable Chan says scheme expected to boost cross-border leisure spending and support Hong Kong’s yacht economy.

Hong Kong, Kazakhstan sign MOU on transport lab, discuss low-altitude economy

Kazakh vice-minister Bakhtiyar Mukhametkaliyev says his country envisions connecting mainland tech companies with Hong Kong financial tools.

Several ride-hailing firms express interest in Hong Kong licences: minister

Transport chief Mable Chan expresses confidence in operators, saying they are capable of meeting requirements laid out for licences.

Unmanned electric aircraft makes maiden flight in Hong Kong

Flight marks collaboration between mainland Chinese firm EHang, local transport operator Kwoon Chung Bus Holdings and tech hub Cyberport.

Ride-hailing firms seeking new licence must have handled 100,000 orders a day

Uber and Didi among platforms submitting applications, with both saying criteria are reasonable and that they will roll out measures to help drivers.

More ride-hailing firms target Hong Kong amid licensing roll-out, Mable Chan says

Transport chief says more than 7,500 people have applied for new combined taxi and ride-hailing vehicle written test.

Haeco, China Aircraft Leasing Group agree to build maintenance hub in Hong Kong

Two firms will set up aircraft engine maintenance centre, with initial focus on quick-turn services, hospital repairs and engine asset management.

Mable Chan uses Qatar Airways office opening to drop Central Asia route reveal

SCMP has learned that Cathay Pacific Airways is the airline behind plans to launch direct route to Almaty, Kazakhstan.

Hong Kong holds first large-scale drill at revamped Huanggang border crossing

About 1,000 civil servants joined exercise testing passenger flows and transport, with further tests planned before the new crossing opens.

Nearly 170 mainland Chinese motorists expected in Hong Kong under new scheme

Southbound Travel for Guangdong Vehicles scheme extended to five additional cities from Saturday, with daily quota of urban trips doubling to 200.

Is Hong Kong kicking the can down the road with ride-hailing quota?

Authorities expect 10,000-vehicle cap will meet demand but critics warn it may lead to shortages, higher fares and public dissatisfaction.

Hong Kong set to invite ride-hailing firms to apply for licences in August

Transport minister Mable Chan sets down timeline as lawmakers complete negative vetting for ride-hailing legislation.

Tourist arrivals in Hong Kong jump by 13% to 26.7 million in first half of year

Increase shows success of strategy based on mega-events, tourism minister says, while transport chief also points to more destinations served by airport.

Hong Kong to expand southbound driving scheme across Guangdong as demand surges

Authorities seek to open megabridge entry quota to motorists from all 21 prefecture-level cities after July allotment wildly oversubscribed.

Chinese ride-hailing giants back Hong Kong plan to cap permits at 10,000

Amap, Didi Chuxing support government’s proposed cap as part of new regulatory regime scheduled to be passed by lawmakers in July.

Hong Kong’s John Lee pledges 10-fold expansion of new university town

Beijing’s point man on Hong Kong affairs, Xia Baolong, wraps up two-day trip following meetings with officials and visits to key projects.

Where will ride-hailing data go? Hong Kong eyes national security compliance

Transport minister Mable Chan says emphasis under coming regulatory framework must be on protecting data safety and national security.

Uber survey finds 90% of passengers deem 10,000-permit cap ‘very insufficient’

Survey of 10,009 passengers and 4,569 drivers highlights strong concern over cap, as firm steps up response to planned regulatory framework.

Hong Kong rules out favouring existing ride-hailing platform drivers for permits

Transport minister Mable Chan also reiterates 10,000 quota is prudent approach despite pressure from lawmakers for timetable to review cap.

Hong Kong’s southbound travel scheme opens to 5 more Greater Bay Area cities

Daily quota for trips to Hong Kong’s urban areas will also be doubled to 200 from July 25.

Ride-hailing cap of 10,000 ‘prudent’ start for Hong Kong, transport chief says

Mable Chan says government will dynamically adjust quota based on operational data, but she stops short of setting time frame for review.

Hong Kong sets ride-hailing permit cap at 10,000 under regulatory push

Applicants who have owned private car for certain period likely to be given priority under new regime.

.css-1f6sr3w{color:#727272;}Exclusive | Hong Kong airport set for volume shift after flights rejigged amid fuel crisis

Some airlines say they will operate all scheduled flights beyond June after initial consolidation efforts to offset higher jet fuel prices.

Uber says Hong Kong ride-hailing cap ‘unusual’, insists it’s here to stay

Global head of public policy Andrew Byrne says Uber supports government plan to introduce regulations but existing demand should be considered.

Hong Kong adds 820 extra flights to ease disruptions due to Middle East war

Transport chief Mable Chan also reveals about 4,100 flight adjustment applications have been expedited since early March.

Exclusive | Hong Kong airport set for volume shift after flights rejigged amid fuel crisis