Thursday, June 13, 2024 In honor of the 27th anniversary of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), the Corporation is set to provide free transportation for children and all other passengers on the Light Rail and MTR Bus on July 1, 2024. Additionally, over HK$23 million in eCoupons and shopping rewards will be distributed to enhance the travel and shopping experience for the public on this celebratory day. “During the 27th anniversary of the establishment of the HKSAR, we wish the HKSAR continued prosperity.
Serving Hong Kong for 45 years, MTR will continue to fulfill its mission of keeping cities moving by connecting and growing communities with an efficient, safe, and reliable railway service, working with all sectors of the community to promote the development of Hong Kong,” said Dr Jacob Kam, Chief Executive Officer of the MTR Corporation . On July 1, children traveling with the Child Octopus card will be granted complimentary access to all heavy rail services, including the Airport Express and routes to and from Lo Wu and Lok Ma Chau stations. Adults and children alike will enjoy no-cost rides on the Light Rail and MTR Bus services throughout the Northwest New Territories.
There will be no need for passengers to scan their Octopus cards upon entering or exiting the Light Rail or when boarding MTR buses. The Corporation will also adjust train services as needed to respond to the volume of travelers attending various festivities across the districts. To p.
