Annual Report 2020

10 Transport International Holdings Limited 2020 Annual Report Corporate Milestones 2020 March KMB retrofitted double-deck bus window vents to increase ventilation KMB retrofitted some double-deck bus window vents to increase ventilation and lower the risk of infection. January KMB Fare Saver Scheme discount increased to HK$4 KMB upgraded the KMB Fare Saver Scheme. After taking the first KMB trip, passengers can tap their Octopus Card at the kiosk and take a second KMB trip within the same business day with a HK$4 fare discount in total. February KMB and LWB introduced multiple anti-epidemic measures To cope with COVID-19, KMB and LWB enhanced the cleaning of bus compartments and air- conditioning systems and were the first franchised bus companies to clean their compartments with medical-grade disinfectants. Hand sanitiser gel and disinfection carpets were also installed to protect the health of employees and passengers. March TIH set up production line for masks to protect staff members’ health TIH invested in setting up a cleanroom which meets ISO Class 8 under ISO14644-1 for the production line of masks at Tuen Mun. April KMB launched Monthly Pass Wow Reward KMB launched the Monthly Pass Wow Reward to give back to passengers. Passengers who purchased the Pass or extended its expiry date can earn complimentary gifts. August TIH distributed face masks to subdivided unit households, the homeless and the disabled In collaboration with a number of voluntary organisations, TIH donated masks to people in need to help ease their financial burden and fight the virus together. July KMB and LWB introduced long-lasting smart coating technology Working with local university and research institutions, KMB and LWB adopted long-lasting smart coating technology to kill viruses and bacteria and medically disinfect their bus fleets. May LWB introduced first diversified e-Payment system for bus fares LWB introduced the first diversified e-payment system for bus fares in Hong Kong. Passengers can pay the bus fare through contactless credit card, e-wallets or QR code payment. June KMB and LWB introduced GreenRoad system to provide assistance to bus captains The GreenRoad system, integrated with a Global Positioning System (GPS) and a patented programme, gave bus captains real-time feedback to enhance their driving safety performances.