Annual Report 2025

18 Transport International Holdings Limited 2025 Annual Report CHAIRMAN’S LETTER Strengthening Mobility through New Major Infrastructures The commissioning of Hong Kong’s largest sports development, the Kai Tak Sports Park, represents a key advancement in community infrastructure. The Main Stadium, accommodating approximately 50,000 spectators, serves as a major venue for international sporting and entertainment events. Both local residents and visitors look forward to enjoying world-class competitions and performances at this state-of-the-art facility. To support large-scale crowd dispersal, KMB has introduced multiple post-event special routes with direct connections to districts across the city. Specifically, a dedicated route provides Chinese Mainland audience with a seamless connection to San Tin Huang Bus Station, allowing them to transfer to the Huang Bus for onward travel to Shenzhen. The newly opened Central Kowloon Bypass (Yau Ma Tei Section) (“Bypass”) has significantly reduced journey time between Kowloon West and Kowloon East. In line with this development, KMB introduced two new routes to offer passengers from Tsuen Wan and Tuen Mun in the New Territories West direct trips to Kowloon East Business Area, facilitating more efficient commuting. Five existing routes have also been rerouted to operate via the Bypass, allowing more passengers to benefit from the enhanced connectivity. Advancing Transportation Services for Greater Bay Area Integration In tandem with the further integration of the Greater Bay Area, cross-boundary travel has become more frequent. In response to rising service demand, the Group has strengthened its transport provisions for boundary control points, contributing to positive business growth. With the increasing number of passengers crossing via the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge, all LWB A-routes now directly serve both the Hong Kong Port of the Bridge and Hong Kong International Airport. Together with KMB’s services connecting to Lok Ma Chau and Heung Yuen Wai Control Points, passengers benefit not only from interchange concessions with other KMB routes but also from enhanced services during long holiday periods, ensuring convenient transport for both local residents and visitors. The growing popularity of High Speed Rail has further shaped travel patterns. KMB continues to monitor services connecting to West Kowloon Station to ensure they meet evolving traveller needs. Strengthening Community Bonds Through Compassion and Support The Group is dedicated to fostering community well-being and actively supports social development. For six decades, KMB has played a meaningful role in supporting the daily mobility needs of Choi Hung Estate. To commemorate the 60 th anniversary of the Choi Hung Bus Terminus and the upcoming redevelopment of the Estate, KMB launched the “Memories with KMB in Choi Hung” initiative. The project restored heritage elements of the Terminus, including bus shelters, the Terminus Supervisor Office and the former KMB Staff Canteen in nostalgic colour schemes. Several display panels and vintage bus seats were also installed, allowing the public to relive past travel experiences with KMB. Through the “Donation of Used and Retired Bus Programme” and the “Donation of Caring Bus Stop Pole Programme”, KMB continued to support schools and welfare organisations by donating retired buses and bus stop poles for educational and community-care purposes. The latter has proven particularly effective in supporting elderly residents with dementia by helping to minimise wandering behaviour within care facilities. The past year also brought difficult moments for the city. The tragic fire at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po deeply affected the community and underscored the close ties KMB and the residents it serves. Through the KMB Charity Foundation, KMB and LWB jointly pledged HK$2 million in emergency financial assistance to affected families and launched an internal donation appeal to encourage staff support. In addition, all proceeds from KMB’s “Pet Bus Tour” in December were donated to three animal welfare organisations to assist animals impacted by the incident. The Group stood alongside the Tai Po community, exemplifying unity and mutual care in times of hardship.