Government and Policy Foreign and Military Affairs Society Economy Odd News China Face

Three airlines to raise surcharges in HK

Updated: 2010-11-19 16:59

(Xinhua)

Comments

Mail

Large Medium Small

HONG KONG -- Hong Kong's Civil Aviation Department said Friday it has approved increases in passenger fuel surcharges levied by All Nippon Airways, Cathay Pacific and Singapore Airlines, which will take effect in December.

After the adjustment, the new maximum surcharges will be HK$120 (US$15.48) for short-haul flights and HK$566 for long-haul flights, up 11 percent and 9 percent respectively, the department said.

The surcharges allow airlines to partially recover operational costs due to fluctuations in aviation fuel prices.

As the aeronautical authority, the Civil Aviation Department considers and approves fuel surcharge applications from the airlines in accordance with bilateral Air Services Agreements. (US$1 is equivalent to HK$7.75)

Paper's Digest

China bags Asiad team tennis title after 24 yrs

Wimbledon semifinalist Li Na led host China to capture the team tennis title on Tuesday at the Asian Games, accomplishing her Asiad tour with three consecutive victories.

China rate rises no panacea to curb inflation: PBOC adviser

Specials

Russian possessed with TCM

Born into a family of doctors, Maxime became interested in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) at the age of 12, after hearing about TCM theories such as health preservation and recuperation.

Acupuncture takes stab at UNESCO list

Acupuncture and Peking Opera have been selected as candidates for UNESCO intangible cultural heritage status.

The wedding coach comes back to life

A groom carries his bride from a wedding coach in Xuchang, Henan province, Nov 11, 2010. Produced a local factory, various original hand-made wedding carriages were displayed on the streets, attracting young people chasing fashion and an environment-friendly lifestyle.