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[ "The consultants released the Hong Kong Mass Transport Study in September 1967 , which proposed the construction of a mass transport underground railway system in Hong Kong .", "On 1 September 1967 , the consultants submitted the Hong Kong Mass Transport Study to the government , which recommended the constructio...
[ "Hong Kong government made a study of these problems .", "On 5 October 2000 , the operator of the MTR network , MTR Corporation Limited ( MTRCL ) , became Hong Kong 's first rail company to be privatised , marking the beginning of the Hong Kong government 's initiative to dissolve its interests in public utilitie...
[ "Unlike many other metro systems around the world , `` main line '' MTR stations do not have toilet facilities , although their installation has been contemplated .", "Unlike many other metro systems around the world , `` main line '' MTR stations do not have toilet facilities available for public use , although ...
[ "Police officers patrol on trains and stations , and police posts are available at some stations .", "Police officers patrol the trains and stations , and police posts are available at some stations ." ]
[ "It was made up of the West Island Line that took the Island Line to Kennedy Town , and the South Island Line ( East section ) from Admiralty to Ap Lei Chau and South Island Line ( West section ) that connects the other two lines .", "This consisted of the West Island Line which is an extension of the Island Line...
[ "In June 2000 , The MTR Corporation proceeded with its plans to retrofit 2,960 pairs of platform screen doors at all 30 underground stations on the Kwun Tong Line , Tsuen Wan Line , and Island Line in a six year program .", "In June 2000 , MTRCL proceeded with its plans to retrofit 2,960 pairs of platform screen ...
[ "This change was made because system planners expected traffic of the Tsuen Wan Line would exceed that of the Kwun Tong Line .", "This change was made because system planners expected the traffic of the Tsuen Wan Line to exceed that of the Kwun Tong Line ." ]
[ "Government approvals were granted for construction of the in December , 1980 .", "Government approvals were granted for construction of the Island Line in December 1980 ." ]
[ "The Octopus card is a rechargeable contactless smart card used in an electronic payment system in Hong Kong .", "The Octopus card is a rechargeable contactless smart card used in an electronic payment system in Hong Kong developed by Australian-based company ERG Group ." ]
[ "It is interesting to note that since the line 's opening in 1982 , this is the only line whose alignment has virtually remained the same for the past 23 years .", "Since the opening in 1982 , the Tsuen Wan Line is the only line whose alignment has virtually remained the same for the past 23 years ." ]
[ "Thus , Waterloo became the terminus of the Kwun Tong Line , and both Argyle and Prince Edward stations became interchange stations .", "Thus , Waterloo station ( since renamed Yau Ma Tei Station ) became the terminus of the Kwun Tong Line , and both Argyle and Prince Edward stations became interchange stations ....
[ "The Kwun Tong Line was extended across the harbor to Quarry Bay , which became an interchange station for the Kwun Tong Line and the Island Line . The extension was launched on 5 August 1989 .", "The Kwun Tong Line was extended across the harbor on 5 August 1989 to Quarry Bay Station , which became an interchang...
[ "On 23 May 1986 , service reached Sheung Wan station .", "On 23 May 1986 , the Island Line was extended to Sheung Wan Station ." ]
[ "While the construction of the Tung Chung Line was still underway , the plan for building a railway corridor to serve the northwestern New Territories was conceived .", "While the construction of the Tung Chung Line was still underway , the plan to build a railway corridor serving the northwestern New Territories...
[ "The new line and Disneyland Resort station opened for service on 1 August 2005 .", "The new line and the Disneyland Resort station opened on 1 August 2005 ." ]
[ "The government invited the MTR to build a train line , then known as the Lantau Airport Railway , to the airport .", "The government invited the MTRC to build a train line , then known as the Lantau Airport Railway , to the airport ." ]
[ "To cope with the projected increase in patronage , Airport Express trains has expanded from 7 cars to 8 cars .", "To cope with the projected increase in patronage , Airport Express trains have been expanded to utilise eight carriages from the previous seven ." ]
[ "After almost four years , the northern section was completed on 30 September 1979 .", "The northern section was completed on 30 September 1979 and opened on 1 October 1979 ." ]
[ "Hong Kong 's growing economy caused a lot of traffic problems . Hong Kong government made a study of these problems .", "The Hong Kong Government had previously commissioned a study in the 1960s to find solutions to the growing traffic problem caused by the expansion of the territory 's economy ." ]
[ "Although land acquisitions were made for a station at Tsuen Wan West , the station was never built .", "Although land acquisitions were made for a station at Tsuen Wan West , beyond Tseun Wan station , as part of the Tseun Wan branch , the station was never built ." ]
[ "The line started service on 10 May 1982 with a total cost of construction ( not adjusted for inflation ) at HK$ 4.1 billion .", "The line started service on 10 May 1982 with a total cost of construction ( not adjusted for inflation ) of HK$ 4.1 billion ( US$ 526 million ) ." ]
[ "This is not to be confused with Tsuen Wan West Station on KCR West Rail , which lies on the newly reclaimed area near the former ferry pier .", "This is not to be confused with Tsuen Wan West Station on West Rail Line , which lies on the newly reclaimed area near the former ferry pier ." ]
[ "It was launched in September 1997 for use on both the MTR and the KCR and now is the most widely used electronic cash system for transactions in Hong Kong as many retailers are fitted with readers .", "It was launched in September 1997 for use on the MTR ( and KCR , now operated by MTR ) and now is the most wide...
[ "The Quarry Bay Congestion Relief Works involved extending the Hong Kong Island end of the Kwun Tong Line from Quarry Bay to North Point via a 4.2 kilometre tunnel .", "The Quarry Bay Congestion Relief Works involved extending the Hong Kong Island end of the Kwun Tong Line from Quarry Bay to North Point via a 4.2...
[ "The first line was opened in 1979 .", "Construction started soon after the release of the study , and the first line was opened in 1979 ." ]
[ "The Tung Chung Line trains have been running on the new track since mid May 2003 , whereas the Mei Foo station interchange subway and the Nam Cheong station were opened at the same time the West Rail opened for public use in December 2003 .", "The Tung Chung Line trains have been diverted to the new track since ...
[ "The new Asia World-Expo station is an extension of the Airport Express to serve the new international exhibition center , known as the AsiaWorld-Expo at Hong Kong International Airport .", "The new AsiaWorld-Expo Station is an extension of the Airport Express serving the new international exhibition center , kno...
[ "Construction for this station was delayed for one year as government offices which sat on top of the station had to be removed to a new location before construction could start .", "Construction was delayed for one year , as government offices which were located over the station had to be moved before the constr...
[ "Since the privatisation of the MTR , however , numerous shops have been added to certain stations , turning them into miniature shopping centres .", "Since then , the number and types of shops have increased at certain stations , turning them into miniature shopping centres ." ]
[ "British transport consultants Freeman , Fox , Wilbur Smith & Associates were appointed to study the transport system of Hong Kong .", "British transportation consultants Freeman , Fox , Wilbur Smith & Associates were appointed to study the transportation system of Hong Kong ." ]
[ "A full GSM ( GSM-900 and GSM-1800 ) , CDMA and TDMA mobile phone network is in place through out the MTR system of stations and tunnels . Passengers can stay connected underground .", "A full GSM ( GSM-900 and GSM-1800 ) , CDMA and TDMA mobile phone network is in place through out the MTR system of stations and ...
[ "Only children below the age of 12 , senior citizens 65 years or older , or full-time Hong Kong students between the ages of 12 and 25 qualify for the concessionary rate .", "Only children below the age of 12 , senior citizens 65 years or older are eligible for the concessionary rate on all lines . Full-time Hong...
[ "In 1970 , an underground network with four lines was laid out and planned as part of the British consultants ' new report , Hong Kong Mass Transit : Further Studies .", "In 1970 , a system with four lines was laid out and planned as part of the British consultants ' new report , Hong Kong Mass Transit : Further ...
[ "On 31 May 1985 the Island Line was opened with service between Admiralty and Chai Wan stations .", "On 31 March 1985 , the Island Line was opened with service between Admiralty Station and Chai Wan Station ." ]
[ "With the objective `` not only bring MTR passengers more time for life , but also more time for art '' , the `` Art in MTR '' Initiative has been a success since its reception in 1998 , where the Airport Express Artwork Programme was the pioneer project .", "With the objective `` not only bring MTR passengers mo...
[ "The route from Tsim Sha Tsui to Shek Kip Mei was opened in December of the same year .", "The route from Tsim Sha Tsui Station to Shek Kip Mei Station opened in December 1979 ." ]
[ "The MTR Corporation said that part of the cost had to be assumed by passengers .", "MTRCL said that part of the cost had to be assumed by passengers ." ]
[ "Examples of this type of construction can be seen at Tsing Yi station , which is built next to the Maritime Square shopping center , and directly underneath the Tierra Verde housing estate .", "For example , Tsing Yi station is built next to the Maritime Square shopping center and directly underneath the Tierra ...
[ "The opened for service on 6 July 1998 along with the new Hong Kong International Airport .", "The Airport Express opened for service on 6 July 1998 along with the new Hong Kong International Airport ." ]
[ "Construction costs were also shared by the MTR which was granted many large-scale developments in the construction plans for the new stations .", "Construction costs were also shared by the MTRC which was granted many large-scale developments in the construction plans for the new stations ." ]
[ "After extensive retrofits , the MTR system has become , in general , disabled-friendly -- the trains have dedicated wheelchair space , the stations have special floor tiles to guide the blind safely on the platforms , and there are extra wide entry and exit gates for wheelchairs as well .", "After extensive retr...
[ "Prior to its listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange , the Mass Transit Railway Coporation was wholly owned by the Hong Kong Government .", "Prior to its listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange , the Mass Transit Railway Corporation ( MTRC ) was wholly owned by the Hong Kong government ." ]
[ "The Disneyland Resort Line uses driverless `` M-Trains '' with their appearance overhauled to suit the atmosphere and theme of the line .", "The Disneyland Resort Line uses driverless M-Train with their appearance overhauled to suit the atmosphere and theme of the line ." ]
[ "Construction of the was approved on 18 August 1998 to serve new housing developments .", "Construction of the Tseung Kwan O Line was approved on 18 August 1998 to serve new housing developments ." ]
[ "The West Island Line and South Island Line , first suggested to the government by MTR on 21 January 2003 , was finally accepted on 30 June 2005 .", "The West Island Line and South Island Line , first put forward to the government by MTRCL on 21 January 2003 , only received approval on 30 June 2005 after its heav...
[ "In the end , the new line was included in the financing plans of the new Hong Kong International Airport as the airport was not considered viable without direct public transport links .", "The new line was included in the financing plans of the new Hong Kong International Airport as the airport was not considere...
[ "The `` M-Stock '' ( or CM-Stock '' ) of `` M-Train '' are the oldest trains on the MTR , built originally by Metro Cammell ( now Alstom ) and refurbished by United Goninan .", "The M-Stock ( or CM-Stock '' ) of M-Train are the oldest trains on the MTR , built originally by Metro Cammell ( now Alstom ) and refurb...
[ "A new pedestrian link to East Rail Kowloon Tong station southern concourse and a new entrance were completed in June 2003 to cope with the increase in interchange passenger flow .", "A new pedestrian link to Kowloon Tong Station southern concourse and a new entrance ( Exit D ) were opened on 15 April 2004 to cop...
[ "During the 1960s , the government of Hong Kong thought they need to accommodate increasing road traffic that growing Hong Kong 's economy would bring .", "During the 1960s , the government of Hong Kong saw a need to accommodate increasing road traffic as Hong Kong 's economy continued to grow strongly ." ]
[ "In 1980 , the first harbor crossing was made by an MTR train as the Kwun Tong Line was extended even farther to Chater station , now known as Central station .", "In 1980 , the first harbor crossing was made by an MTR train as the Kwun Tong Line was extended to Chater Station , since renamed Central Station ." ]
[ "Service to Sunny Bay station on the Tung Chung Line started on 1 June 2005 .", "Service to Sunny Bay station on the Tung Chung Line started in 2005 ." ]
[ "The project was initiated due to overcrowding at Quarry Bay and persistent passenger complaints about the 5-minute walk from the Island Line station to the Kwun Tong Line station .", "The project was initiated due to overcrowding at Quarry Bay and persistent passenger complaints about the five-minute walk from t...
[ "Except for the rolling stock of the Airport Express , all trains are designed with features to cope with high density passenger traffic on stopping services .", "Except for the rolling stock of the Airport Express , all trains are designed with features to cope with high density passenger traffic on frequently u...
[ "Several weeks later , in early 1975 , a government agency known as the Mass Transport Provisional Authority was established to take charge of the project .", "Several weeks later , in early 1975 , a government agency known as the Mass Transport Provisional Authority was established to oversee the project ." ]
[ "New entrances to the subway links were opened on 19 September 2004 ( for KCR Mody Road subway ) and 30 March 2005 ( for Nathan Road subway , which connects to KCR Middle Road subway ) , with the whole scheme completed in May 2005 .", "New entrances to the subway links were opened on 19 September 2004 ( Exit G ) ...
[ "The original completion year was 2006 .", "( The original completion year was 2006 . )" ]
[ "On 5 October 2000 the operator of the MTR network , MTR Corporation Limited , became Hong Kong 's first privatised rail and metro company , which marked the start of the Hong Kong government 's planned initiative to wind down its interests in various public utilities .", "On 5 October 2000 , the operator of the ...
[ "The Metropolis Daily ( é 1\\/2 å æ -- å ) , published by Metro International , is the first free newspaper distributed free in MTR stations from Monday to Friday ( except public holidays ) ; and in 2005 , there is another weekend newspaper Express Post ( å `` ç å ` å ) , distributed every Saturday except public ho...
[ "Penalties ranging from fines to imprisonment have been imposed for such offenses .", "Penalties ranging from fines to imprisonment have been imposed for such offences ." ]
[ "The line currently operates two four-car fully-automated trains ( each car accommodating up to 180 passengers ) running every four to ten minutes . These carriages were converted from the existing rolling stock to suit the recreational and adventurous nature of the 3.5 minute journey .", "The line currently oper...
[ "The Metropop ( é 1\\/2 å æ è ) , also published by Metro International , started its distribution in MTR stations every Thursdays since April 27 2006 , few months after the termination of Hui Kai Guide . It is a weekly magazine featuring cultural affairs and city trends .", "The Metropop ( é 1\\/2 å æ è ) , a we...
[ "Construction of the Modified Initial System ( now part of Kwun Tong Line and Tsuen Wan Line ) commenced in November 1975 .", "Construction of the Modified Initial System ( now part of the Kwun Tong Line and Tsuen Wan Line ) commenced in November 1975 ." ]
[ "In fact , the primary motivation was to separate the stations from the tunnels , hence allowing substantial energy savings on station air-conditioning and tunnel ventilation .", "However , the primary motivation was to separate the stations from the tunnels , hence allowing substantial energy savings on station ...
[ "As of January 2005 , there are two different fare classes on the MTR : Adult and concessionary .", "After the rail merger , there are three different fare classes on the MTR : Adult , Students and Concessionary ." ]
[ "Construction commenced in October , 1981 .", "Construction commenced in October 1981 ." ]
[ "Children below the age of 3 travel free .", "Children below the age of 3 travel free ( unless they exceed the height range ) ." ]
[ "The `` M-Train '' is the only variation that uses sliding doors , as opposed to others which use plug-doors .", "The M-Train uses sliding doors , unlike K-Stocks and A-Stocks which use plug doors ." ]
[ "In 1972 , the Hong Kong government authorised construction of the Initial System , a 20-km system that roughly translates to the Kwun Tong Line today ( except the line now extends to Tiu Keng Leng ) .", "In 1972 , the Hong Kong government authorised construction of the Initial System , a 20 k system that roughly...
[ "Two types of tourist passes are available : one allows unlimited rides for a single day ( at HK$ 50 ) , while the other allows three days of unlimited rides on the MTR , with a stored value of HK$ 20 , refundable deposit of HK$ 50 and choice of either a single ( HK$ 220 ) or return ( HK$ 300 ) trip on the Airport ...
[ "The project comprised Mei Foo Interchange ( modification of the existing Mei Foo station on the Tsuen Wan Line to provide a pedestrian link to the West Rail Mei Foo station ; Nam Cheong Station ( an interchange station on the Tung Chung Line , jointly operated by the MTRC and KCRC ) and 4-Tracking Works ( the addi...
[ "But construction did not begin until the Chinese and British governments settled their financial and land disagreements in November 1994 .", "Construction started in November 1994 , after the Chinese and British governments settled their financial and land disagreements ." ]
[ "Bylaws have been recently introduced to deter potentially dangerous actions on the MTR , such as the ban of flammable goods on the MTR and rushing into trains when the doors are closing .", "Bylaws were also introduced to deter potentially dangerous actions on the MTR , such as the ban on flammable goods on the ...
[ "When service of this line started , the section of the Kwun Tong Line from Chater to Argyle , present-day Mong Kok station , was transferred to the Tsuen Wan Line .", "When service of this line started , the section of the Kwun Tong Line from Chater to Argyle ( since renamed Central and Mong Kok stations respect...
[ "The government approved construction of the in 1977 , then known as Tsuen Wan Extension , and works commenced in November 1978 .", "The government approved construction of the Tsuen Wan Line in 1977 , then known as the Tsuen Wan Extension , and works commenced in November 1978 ." ]
[ "Tung Chung Line , the Airport Express and Tseung Kwan O Line , except Quarry Bay station , had platform screen doors ( PSDs ) installed upon construction .", "The entire Tung Chung Line and Airport Express , as well those stations added by the Tseung Kwan O Line , has platform screen doors ( PSDs ) , ordered fro...
[ "These two variations are built jointly by Adtranz ( now Bombardier Transportations ) and Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles between 1994 â `` 97 .", "These two variations are built jointly by Adtranz ( now Bombardier Transportation ) and Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles ( CAF ) between 1994 â `...
[ "In June , 2001 , MTR Corporation Limited was transferred to Hang Seng Index .", "In June 2001 , MTRCL was transferred to the Hang Seng Index ." ]
[ "å , literally `` Hong Kong Railway Company '' ; or æ é for short ) is the main rapid transit railway system in Hong Kong .", "Mass Transit Railway ( MTR ) is the rapid transit railway system in Hong Kong ." ]
[ "Currently , full 3G network coverage in all stations and tunnels ( except West Rail Line ) for the MTR system has been provided by 3 Hong Kong , SmarTone-Vodafone and PCCW Mobile .", "Currently , full 3G network coverage in all stations and tunnels ( except underground section on East Rail Line and West Rail Lin...
[ "Interchange stations between the Island , Tsuen Wan , Kwun Tong and Tseung Kwan O lines are arranged in pairs ; such an arrangement allows cross-platform interchange wherein a passenger leaves a train on one side of the platform and boards trains on the other side of the platform for another line .", "The interc...
[ "On April 11 , 2006 , MTR Corporation Limited signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding with the Hong Kong Government , the owner of Kowloon-Canton Railway Corporation ( KCRC ) , to merge the operation of the two railway networks of Hong Kong .", "On 11 April 2006 , MTRCL signed a non-binding memorandum of...
[ "Originally known as the Airport Railway Phase 2 , the contracts of the West Rail Interface Works were awarded shortly after construction works of the West Rail commenced .", "Originally known as the Airport Railway Phase 2 , the contracts of the West Rail Line Interface Works were awarded shortly after construct...
[ "Depots are located at Kowloon Bay ( for Kwun Tong Line ) , Tsuen Wan ( for Tsuen Wan Line ) , Heng Fa Chuen ( for Island Line ) , and Dream City ( for Tseung Kwan O Line ) . Tung Chung Line , Airport Express , and Disneyland Resort Line trains are serviced at Siu Ho Wan between Tung Chung and Sunny Bay .", "All ...
[ "Recruit was the first free magazine which was solely distributed in MTR stations since July 1992 . However , in July 2002 , the contract between the magazine and MTR was terminated .", "Recruit was the first free magazine which was solely distributed in stations ( before railway merger ) since July 1992 , but th...
[ "For example , when a person is traveling on the Kwun Tong Line towards Tiu Keng Leng , getting off at Yau Tong would allow him to change trains across the platform for the Tseung Kwan O Line towards North Point .", "For example , when passengers are traveling on the Kwun Tong Line towards Tiu Keng Leng , getting...
[ "New subway links to the stations are also being made , and it has been proposed to lengthen the Tseung Kwan O Line with a branch line to Tseung Kwan O South , and the Kwun Tong Line as far as Whampoa Garden , also linking with the Sha Tin to Central Link expansion .", "The interchange between the Tsuen Wan Line ...
[ "Until recently , MTR stations only had branches of the Hang Seng Bank and Maxim 's Cakes stores , owned by Jardine Matheson , and a handful of other shops .", "Prior to the privatisation of MTRC , MTR stations only had branches of the Hang Seng Bank , and Maxim 's Cakes stores , and a handful of other shops ." ]
[ "Another recruitment magazine Jiu Jik ( æ è ) , published by South China Morning Post , replaced Recruit as the only free recruitment magazine distributed in MTR stations on every Tuesdays and Fridays .", "Another recruitment magazine Jiu Jik ( æ è ) , published by South China Morning Post , replaced Recruit as t...
[ "A consortium from Japan signed an agreement to construct the system in early 1974 , but in December of the same year it pulled out from the agreement , stemming from fears of the Arab oil crisis .", "A consortium from Japan signed an agreement to construct the system in early 1974 , but in December of the same y...
[ "Previously under-developed areas were opened up for development with more transport options .", "Previously less developed areas were opened up for development with more transport options ." ]
[ "The MTR was popular quickly with the people of Hong Kong , so later they built more lines to cover more ground .", "The MTR was immediately popular with residents of Hong Kong ; as a result , subsequent lines have been built to cover more territory ." ]
[ "It announced that the Initial System would be slightly reduced to 15.6 kilometres , and renamed it the Modified Initial System .", "It announced that the Initial System would be reduced to 15.6 k , and renamed it the `` Modified Initial System '' ." ]
[ "For example , the cost of the 3-minute journey from Admiralty to Tsim Sha Tsui across the Victoria Harbour is ( as of 2005 ) HK$ 7.9 using the Octopus card , compared with HK$ 9.0 for a single-journey ticket .", "For example , the cost of the three-minute journey from Admiralty to Tsim Sha Tsui across the Victor...
[ "Depots are located at Kowloon Bay ( for Kwun Tong Line ) , Tsuen Wan ( for Tsuen Wan Line ) , Heng Fa Chuen ( for Island Line ) , and Dream City ( for Tseung Kwan O Line ) .", "Since the opening in 1982 , the Tsuen Wan Line is the only line whose alignment has virtually remained the same for the past 23 years . ...
[ "This forecast proved quite accurate , necessitating a bypass from the northwestern New Territories to Hong Kong Island .", "This forecast proved to be accurate , necessitating a bypass from the northwestern New Territories to Hong Kong Island ." ]
[ "The Tung Chung Line and the Airport Express use dedicated rolling stock designs specified to their respective lines .", "The Tung Chung Line and the Airport Express are operated by A-Stock specified to their respective lines ." ]
[ "MTR Corporation Limited have even made art part of the station architecture when building new stations or renovating existing ones .", "MTRCL have even made art part of the station architecture when building new stations or renovating existing ones ." ]
[ "The was officially opened on 21 June 1998 by Hong Kong Chief Executive Tung Chee Hwa , and service commenced the next day .", "The Tung Chung Line was officially opened on 21 June 1998 by Hong Kong Chief Executive Tung Chee Hwa , and service commenced the next day ." ]
[ "MTR Corporation Limited has always been reliant on developing properties next to railway stations for its profits ( although the rail lines are profitable themselves ) ; many recently built stations are incorporated into large housing estates or shopping complexes .", "MTRCL has often developed properties next t...
[ "However , the lines that were eventually constructed were somewhat different compared with the lines that were originally proposed by the `` Hong Kong Mass Transport Study '' .", "However , the lines that were eventually constructed were somewhat different compared to the lines that were originally proposed by t...