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Hong Kong bus operators seek fare hikes of up to 17.7% amid fuel price surge
Four Hong Kong franchised bus operators have applied to raise fares by up to 17.7 per cent, citing “significant financial pressure” from soaring fuel prices driven by the Middle East conflict.
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Four Hong Kong franchised bus operators have formally requested fare increases, with hikes ranging up to 17.7 percent. Citybus is seeking the maximum raise of 17.7 percent, while the KMB Company has applied for a 16 percent increase. The operators attribute the requests to “significant financial pressure” caused by soaring fuel prices linked to the Middle East conflict.
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