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  Hong Kong's polluted air erodes competitive edge   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
Hong Kong's overall air quality has been declining for the past six years as booming industry in mainland China sends clouds of soot and toxic gases wafting across the harbor into the city.
Edds says in Hong Kong he was "banished to the treadmill," and his children were regularly kept in during school recess when the air pollution was bad.
Hong Kong's Environmental Protection Department has taken some steps to reduce pollution, including converting the city's taxi fleet and public minibuses to liquefied petroleum gas, which is cleaner then diesel.
www.post-gazette.com /pg/06282/728652-113.stm   (1035 words)

  
 New-look Air Hong Kong touches down in Dubai | Cathay Pacific
Air Hong Kong is a 60-40 venture between Cathay Pacific Airways and DHL Express, and is the only all-cargo airline that is based in Hong Kong.
Air Hong Kong is well known to the cargo community here in Dubai, having had services between here and Hong Kong, Brussels and Manchester, and so it is great to see Air Hong Kong return to Dubai,' said Philip Herbert, Cathay Pacific's Country Manager UAE and Oman.
Under the terms of the venture between Cathay Pacific Airways and DHL Express, Air Hong Kong was set to purchase a fleet of wide body freighter aircraft to operate DHL's network to the major cities in the Asia Pacific region from Hong Kong.
www.ameinfo.com /45229.html   (1161 words)

  
 Clear The Air -- Hong Kong - China
Hong Kong is part of China, and in Hong Kong we create over 50% of the air pollution that we breathe right here in Hong Kong.
Hong Kong's already choking levels of air pollution could become worse once the new oil refinery at Daya Bay in Guangzhou is built, academics and green groups warn.
According to the Hong Kong Observatory, surveys of radioactive levels are periodically conducted, and samples of air, water, foodstuff and soil are collected and analysed regularly for their radioactivity content.
www.cleartheair.org.hk /china.htm   (1899 words)

  
 Air Transport (tdctrade.com)
According to the Air Authority Hong Kong, cargo volumes handled at HKIA will grow by 6% a year between 2006 and 2010, with its maximum capacity reaching 9 million tonnes upon full development.
Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) at Chek Lap Kok, which allows 24-hour operation, was opened with a single runway and facilities in July 1998.
Major Hong Kong exports by air included electronics and their parts and components, telecommunications equipments, apparel and clothing accessories, jewellery (finished and unfinished), timepieces and eyewear.
www.tdctrade.com /main/si/spairt.htm   (970 words)

  
 EADS N.V. - Air Hong Kong to Acquire New A300-600 Freighter Variant
Air Hong Kong (AHK) has signed a contract for six Airbus A300-600 Freighter aircraft as part of its fleet expansion programme.
AHK is the launch customer for the A300-600F “General Freighter” variant, which differs from A300F4-600R aircraft currently offered in that it has a loading system and side door capable of handling large items of general freight in addition to small packages.
AHK Air Hong Kong Chairman Tony Tyler said: “This is a great step forward in Air Hong Kong’s development and its partnership with DHL.
www.eads.net /1024/en/pressdb/archiv/2003/2003/Airbus/en_20030304_ahk.html   (405 words)

  
 EPD - AIR QUALITY AND AIR POLLUTION CONTROL IN HONG KONG
air fresheners, hairsprays, multi-purpose lubricants, floor wax strippers, insecticides and insect repellents); and requires emission reduction devices to be installed on certain printing machines.
Vehicles, industry and power plants in Hong Kong and the Pearl River Delta region all contribute to a regional air pollution problem, commonly seen as smog.
The Hong Kong and Guangdong governments are working on a joint plan to reduce the total amount of emissions and stop air quality from further deteriorating as soon as practicable, and in the long term to achieve good air quality for the whole region.
www.epd.gov.hk /epd/english/environmentinhk/air/air_maincontent.html   (870 words)

  
 Air Hong Kong signs contract with Airbus for A300-600F
Air Hong Kong (AHK) has signed a contract with Airbus for six A300-600F aircraft as part of its fleet renewal programme.
In a statement Airbus said AHK will be the launch customer for the A300-600F "General Freighter" variant which differs from the A300F4-600R aircraft currently offered in that it has a loading system and side door capable of handling large items of general freight as well in addition to small packages.
AHK chairman, Tony Tyler said in the statement: "This is a great step forward in Air Hong Kong's development and its partnership with DHL.
www.tiaca.org /articles/2003/03/18/9C17C52E91B44428A14175E057A41EF.asp   (240 words)

  
 Clear The Air Hong Kong   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
Clear The Air is a volunteer organization committed to improving the air quality in Hong Kong.
Clear the Air is a volunteer group, entirely supported by individual membership fees and member donations.
Registered as a Society on the 10th of December, 1997, in response to increasing air pollution, we are committed to the introduction and implementation of measures to significantly reduce air pollution in Hong Kong.
www.cleartheair.org.hk   (290 words)

  
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Hong Kong International Airport (+852 2188 7111/ http://www.hongkongairport.com/eng/index.jsp) offers service on numerous airlines to destinations around the globe.
Hong Kong is serviced by MTR Airport Express trains (+852 2881 8888/ http://www.mtr.com.hk/prehome/index.html), as well as a number of bus, limousine, and taxi providers.
Rail service to and from Hong Kong is provided by a number of local and regional providers.
www.marriott.com /city-guide/uk-city-overview.mi?cityId=86&guideType=getting_there   (263 words)

  
 Hong Kong Transportation, Get to Hong Kong, Air, Train, Subway, Town Bus
Hong Kong with its predominant location made Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) a super hub in Asia and the gateway to inland China.
From Macau to Hong Kong, service is available from 09:00 to 22:30 and from Hong Kong to Macau, service is available from 09:30 to 22:59 at a price of about HK$ 1,700 on weekdays (Monday to Friday), and about HS$ 1,800 on weekends and around festivals.
Inquiring: 853-726 301 (Macau) 852-2516 9581 (Hong Kong)
www.travelchinaguide.com /cityguides/hongkong/getting-there.htm   (1393 words)

  
 Deutsche Post World Net | Pressemitteilung 040914
Die Fracht-Fluggesellschaft Air Hong Kong, ein Joint Venture zwischen DHL und Cathay Pacific Airways, hat das erste der sechs neuen Flugzeuge vom Typ Airbus A300-600GF General Freighter in seinen neuen Unternehmensfarben in Empfang genommen.
Mit dieser und den weiteren Lieferungen wird Air Hong Kong das DHL-eigene regionale Luftnetz erheblich stärken, das mittlerweile 25 Ziele in 16 Ländern umfasst, wobei 40 eigene Flugzeuge eingesetzt werden und täglich auf über 800 kommerzielle Flüge zurückgegriffen wird.
Air Hong Kong betreibt zur Zeit eine Flotte geleaster Frachtflugzeuge, die aus einer Boeing 747-200, einem Airbus A300-600, zwei Airbus A300B4 und einer Boeing B727 besteht.
www.dpwn.de /dpwn?skin=lo&check=no&lang=de_DE&xmlFile=2000347   (657 words)

  
 Air Hong Kong - Definition, explanation
Air Hong Kong (香港華民航空) is the only all-cargo airline based in Hong Kong.
the Mechanical Engineering Department at the University of Hong Kong that led to the development of a comprehensive air dispersion model for use in coastal zones and complex terrain such as exists in the Hong Kong area.
Hong Kong based freight forwarding company, with agents around the world.
www.calsky.com /lexikon/en/txt/a/ai/air_hong_kong.php   (485 words)

  
 Hong Kong International Airport - Air Cargo - Air Cargo
Hong Kong has been ranked as the busiest airport for international air cargo since 1996.
The international air cargo took up around 1% of Hong Kong’s total cargo throughput, it accounted for 34.2% of its external trade value at HKD1,570 billion in 2005 with 17% increase over 2004.
To achieve a seamless solution for air cargo handling, the air cargo handling systems are integrated with Hong Kong Customs and Excise Air Cargo Clearance System (ACCS), enabling pre-arrival customs clearance that covers all types of cargo down to “house” airway bill level.
www.hongkongairport.com /eng/afacilities   (1219 words)

  
 DHL | Global | Press Releases
In addition to being Chinas largest trading partner, U.S. imports from South and Central America and the European Union were at record highs in March, and imports from Japan and Mexico were the highest since 2000, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
DHL has invested $400 million in a joint venture with Cathay Pacific and Air Hong Kong (DHL owns a 40 per cent stake in the joint venture).
Air Hong Kong is purchasing eight new A300-600F freighters, thus increasing DHL's payload capacity in the region.
www.dhl.com /publish/g0/en/press/release/2005/010605c.low.html   (757 words)

  
 EADS N.V. - Air Hong Kong Orders 2 Additional A300-600F Freighter Aircraft
Air Hong Kong (AHK) has signed a firm contract for 2 additional Airbus A300-600F Freighter aircraft with options for a further 2 of the aircraft type, adding to an existing order for six A300-600Fs signed in March 2003.
AHK Chief Operating Officer David Saechiu said: “Our aggressive fleet expansion to eight aircraft within two years will provide the necessary capacity we need to develop our regional express cargo network, strengthen Hong Kong’s position as the region’s leading air cargo hub and enhance the quality of service that we already provide to DHL.
When a customer as influential as Air Hong Kong in the Asian freighter market places a repeat order, it points to the fact that our aircraft provide what airlines want.
www.eads.net /web/printout/en/1024/content/400006/3/31/41304313.html/41253520_41253520/content/OF00000040950509/5/38/41023385.html   (302 words)

  
 Registration of Contestants for HK NPC Deputies Concludes
The registration office in Sheung Wan witnessed the active participation in the Hong Kong NPC election by Hong Kong people from all walks of life, who all believe that running for the election is an honorable mission.
He pledged to continue to air Hong Kong people's suggestions to the NPC and do a still better job.
According to the methods for electing HK deputies to the 10th National People's Congress which will convene its first session early next year, contestants must have obtained at least 10 nominations for their registration to be effective.
www.china.org.cn /english/government/49169.htm   (271 words)

  
 Hong Kong airport shuttle - transfer service
Enjoy round-trip transfers from your Hong Kong hotel (Kowloon and Hong Kong Island) in the comfort of a deluxe air-conditioned tourist motorcoach.
Hong Kong is a boyant city : make the choice of a guided tour with an english speaking guide...
Hong Kong has a lot to offer, keep your money for restaurants, hotels or city tours.
www.hongkongairportshuttle.com   (580 words)

  
 Hong Kong airfare - Discount Hong Kong airfares, airfares on flights to Hong Kong by Save Flights .com-
Hong Kong Airfares - Discount Hong Kong airline tickets, save flights offers cheap airfares to Hong Kong
Discounted airline tickets and low cost airfare based out of Thailand to Hong Kong, a destination of Hong Kong.
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www.saveflights.com /country/hongkong.html   (544 words)

  
 Oasis Hong Kong Airlines > Home
In response to customer demand, we are pleased to announce a DAILY service between Hong Kong and Vancouver.
Effective 20 April 2007, daily departure time of flight O8700 from Hong Kong to London Gatwick will be changed from 0130 to 0050.
In addition to the security restrictions applicable to UK airports, from 21 March, 2007, new security restrictions for liquids, gels and aerosols are applicable to departures from Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA).
www.oasishongkong.com   (261 words)

  
 Hong Kong Air Fares - Cheap Flights to Hong Kong , Hong Kong at Airfares Flights
Hong Kong flights and air travel deals: Please select a departure below for Hong Kong flights and Hong Kong air fares;
Transport -With one of the best and most varied public transport systems in the world and a compact city centre, getting around Hong Kong is extremely cheap, fast and efficient and is easy enough for even inexperienced travellers.
Compare Hong Kong flights, air fares, air tickets, airfare and flight deals - Cheap flights to Hong Kong, Hong Kong with Airfares Flights.
www.airfaresflights.com.au /Hong-Kong-HKG.htm   (192 words)

  
 Billiga flygbiljetter till Hong Kong
Tinga resor här hos Travelstore, vi har kanonerbjudanden på billiga flygbiljetter till Hong Kong.
På denna plats hittar du hastigt och enkelt billiga flygbiljetter till Hong Kong.
Om du inte hittar ett billigt alternativ till din önskade destination, Hong Kong, så kan du alltid söka efter ett alternativ och titta om det är billigare att flyga till en annan destination i närheten.
www.travelstore.se /files/73/erbjudande/billiga-flygbiljetter-till-hong-kong.html   (192 words)

  
 Clear The Air -- Hong Kong
Hongkong Electric is the dirtiest, most polluting, most inefficient, most expensive, most profit gouging power company in Hong Kong.
We should profit from reducing our demand based on the pollution we prevent - we demand that HEC offer "demand pricing".
Prof Tim Hau - University of Hong Kong - 2859 1060 - Economics of Demand Management
cleartheair.bizland.com /20060601HongkongElectricShaveThePeak.htm   (437 words)

  
 Hong Kong Air Traffic Control Association - Front Page
Hong Kong Air Traffic Control Association - Front Page
The Hong Kong Air Traffic Control Association (HKATCA) represents the interests of air traffic control staff working and living in Hong Kong (
Registered in Hong Kong as a Trade Union, No. 442
www.hkatca.org   (175 words)

  
 Cheap Late Book Hotels Hong Kong Hotel Website
Cheap Late Book Hotels Hong Kong Hotel Website
Hongkong Hotel Reservations website offers list of cheap hotel in Hong Kong, Kowloon, New Territories, Outlying Island and Macau.
We have a choice of different types of accommodations at discount rates, whether you are traveling for business or holidays.
www.hongkong-hotel-reservations.com   (212 words)

  
 HK Government to Help Airlines With Insurance Guarantee
The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government will provide billions of US dollars in indemnity and guarantees for Hong Kong-based airlines whose war-coverage insurance policies expire Tuesday.
Citing an independence of Hong Kong on air traffic with the outside world, Leung said the main aim of the bailout "is to ensure the normal operation of our air services and also to maintain Hong Kong as an aviation hub."
The bailout will help two Hong Kong-based passenger carriers, Cathay Pacific Airways and Hong Kong Dragon Airlines Ltd (Dragonair), and one cargo carrier, AHK Air Hong Kong continue flying.
english.peopledaily.com.cn /english/200109/25/eng20010925_80950.html   (319 words)

  
 Hong Kong Air Treatment
Professional in producing innovative air purifier which effective
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Hot air generators are widely used in electronics, food processin
www.alibaba.com /countrysearch/HK-suppliers/Air_Treatment.html   (411 words)

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