Super Terminal Expo, a major international aviation event, is held at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) for the third consecutive year, with the 2026 edition attracting a record number of participants from around the world since its debut. The event showcased the latest trends and developments in the global aviation, technology and transportation industries. The three-day expo, which kicked off on 3 November, gathered more than 6,000 industry professionals to exchange new ideas and … [Read more...] about Global aviation event spotlights HKIA as hub of Asia
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HKIA won top honours in renowned international air cargo awards
Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA), the world’s busiest cargo hub, received several prestigious international accolades in recognition of its excellence in cargo services, innovations, and sustainability. At the 13th Payload Asia Awards held in Singapore, HKIA received two prestigious honours, including “Global Airport of the Year”, the top award in the airport category, and “Air Cargo Technology Provider of the Year”. It is the fourth consecutive year that HKIA was honoured by Payload … [Read more...] about HKIA won top honours in renowned international air cargo awards
HKIA maintains sustained passenger growth in August
Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) continued to record steady growth in August 2026, handling 5.86 million passengers and 34,995 flight movements, representing year-on-year increases of 3.5% and 0.5%, respectively. Passenger volume exceeded 210,000 on 1 August, marking the highest daily passenger traffic during the summer travel peak this year, excluding days affected by flight rescheduling due to adverse weather. Transfer/ transit passengers continued to drive overall passenger growth in … [Read more...] about HKIA maintains sustained passenger growth in August
HKIA passenger traffic grows 8.4% in July despite 1.9% cargo decline
Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) handled 5.62 million passengers and 34,230 flight movements in July 2026, marking year-on-year increases of 8.4% and 1.7%, respectively. Overall passenger growth in July was primarily driven by a double-digit increase in transfer/transit passengers, with Hong Kong residents and visitors posting modest gains. Most markets expanded in July, while the decline in the Middle East continued to narrow. Over the first seven months of the year, passenger … [Read more...] about HKIA passenger traffic grows 8.4% in July despite 1.9% cargo decline
Hactl’s franchise at Hong Kong International Airport renewed for 15 years
Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl) has signed a new 15-year extension of its handling franchise at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) with the Airport Authority Hong Kong. The new agreement will run from July 2028, when the current franchise expires, through 2043. As the largest independent air cargo terminal operator in Hong Kong, Hactl will continue to strengthen and enhance the city’s position as a leading international aviation hub through efficient, world-class, and … [Read more...] about Hactl’s franchise at Hong Kong International Airport renewed for 15 years
AAHK signs Memoranda of Understanding with aviation partners in Central Asia
Representatives of Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK), as part of the delegation led by the Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) during the visit to Central Asia, signed two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with aviation partners in Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan, respectively, to strengthen air connectivity between Hong Kong and the two countries. Direct flights between Hong Kong and Almaty will be launched next year, further strengthening Hong Kong International … [Read more...] about AAHK signs Memoranda of Understanding with aviation partners in Central Asia







