The Chief Executive in Council today authorised the railway scheme for the Smart & Green Mass Transit System in Kai Tak (SGMTS-KT) in accordance with the Railways Ordinance.

The approximately 3.5-km long elevated system will feature six stations, with its termini connected to the Kai Tak Cruise Terminal and MTR Kai Tak Station. It will provide a convenient, dedicated feeder service linking the former runway area to the MTR network, strengthening connectivity among residential, commercial, tourism, sports and community facilities.

Tenders for the SGMTS-KT contract were invited in October 2025, with commissioning targeted for 2031.

The Government has gathered public views on the project through various channels, including consultations with the Legislative Council's Subcommittee on Matters Relating to Railways, the Transport Advisory Committee, the Kowloon City District Council and the Harbourfront Commission’s Task Force on Kai Tak Harbourfront Development. Views were also exchanged with relevant LegCo members and stakeholders, with the public generally supportive of the project.

The scheme was gazetted on July 25 and August 1 last year. Regarding objections received, the Government stated it has carefully studied each opinion and met with objectors to explain the railway scheme and address their concerns.

All unwithdrawn objections have been submitted to the Executive Council for consideration. 

The Government emphasised that the franchisee will maintain close communication with relevant stakeholders throughout the project’s implementation. To ensure sustainability, the franchisee is also required to comply with all conditions set out in the environmental permit to mitigate any environmental impacts during construction.