Network Improvements

To maintain a high quality railway service for customers and to support its long-term asset renewal strategy, the Corporation has procured 93 new 8-car trains to replace all of the first-generation trains now operating on the Kwun Tong, Tsuen Wan, Island and Tseung Kwan O lines.

The new trains are progressively delivered to Hong Kong. Upon arrival, each train undergoes rigorous testing and commissioning procedures, and must obtain approval from the relevant Government departments before entering passenger service.

The first new train commenced service on 27 Nov 2022 on the Kwun Tong Line. Starting from 28 January 2024, the Island Line is the second urban line with new trains operating, followed by the Tsuen Wan Line on 29 Mar 2026. Trains on the Tseung Kwan O Line will also be replaced soon in a progressive and orderly manner.

The new generation trains deliver enhanced travel experience and improved operational reliability. They are equipped with advanced operating systems and a number of new features in the passenger compartments to enhance customer service and passenger comfort, including improved lighting systems, new dynamic route maps, double branched handrails and soft material introduced for the straphangers.