Transit giant CRRC sets down marker in Hong Kong as sales pitch to overseas cities
Nearly 30 years after the closure of Hong Kong’s iconic Kai Tak Airport, state-owned giant China Railway Rolling Stock Corporation (CRRC) hopes to provide the nearby waterfront area – a narrow stretch of land that juts into Victoria Harbour – with a route to better transit connectivity. Executives from the world-leading railway vehicle manufacturer said the company aims to use the former airport…
Nearly three decades after Hong Kong's Kai Tak Airport ceased operations, state-owned China Railway Rolling Stock Corporation (CRRC) aims to enhance transit connectivity in the city's waterfront district. CRCC executives unveiled plans to utilize the former airport site as a testbed for autonomous bus systems, with a focus on cost-effective solutions.
CRRC hopes to provide a viable alternative to metro or tram systems by deploying trackless, electric autonomous rapid transit (ART) buses. If successful in Hong Kong, CRCC hopes the ART system will serve as a compelling case to attract international orders from large metropolises. However, geopolitical factors and data privacy concerns may hinder progress, as CRCC must demonstrate competitive offerings beyond pricing alone.
A transportation analyst noted that Hong Kong's mature and efficient transport system may help CRRC showcase ART technology, which uses autonomous technology, optical lidar, and cameras to navigate predetermined routes.
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