A new memorandum of understanding was officiated this week that aims to develop the aviation industry in the Greater Bay Area by leveraging the strengths of Hong Kong and Zhuhai airports and the bridge connecting the two cities and Macao (or the HZMB). Airport Authority Hong Kong and the Zhuhai Municipal Government signed the MoU on 9 November.

Under the MoU’s framework, the key collaboration projects include the launch of passenger link services, development of international cargo business, establishment of a high-end aviation industrial park in Zhuhai, and active discussion on equity injection into Zhuhai Airport.

Talking about the modern industrial park to be developed in Zhuhai, HKIA said the two sides will collaborate on establishing a centre for aircraft maintenance, retrofit and configuration; a centre for aircraft parts and accessories production and distribution; a centre for aircraft engineering training and professional research; and other projects.