Annual Report 2021

25 2021 Annual Report Transport International Holdings Limited 5G Technology Moving towards a Smart City is one of the key development directions of Hong Kong. With the rise of industry-leading 5G mobile network technology, KMB has explored the use of 5G technology in daily operations. As at 31 December 2021, 5G Wi-Fi service was provided on a total of 100 buses mainly operated on the Tuen Mun and Yuen Long District routes, so that passengers could enjoy ultra-fast 5G internet services in bus compartment. Electronic Payment System Diversified e-payment services are offered to provide more bus fare payment options. KMB introduced the e-payment Committed to making good use of innovative technology, KMB has collaborated with other enterprises on developing an autonomous driving system, alongside the introduction of a diversified e-payment system to its fleet system in February 2021. By the end of the year, 84 routes including the new long-haul service Routes P960 and P968 have started accepting e-payments. The entire KMB bus fleet of more than 4,000 buses has been equipped with e-payment systems by February 2022. The e-payment system, which accepts the most payment methods compared to other public transport operators’ systems, now supports ten platforms that enable contactless payment, mobile payment and QR code payment. Fare concession schemes, including the Regional Short-haul Two-way Section Fare Scheme and BBI discount schemes between KMB and LWB routes, are also supported by the e-payment system. KMB is the first franchised bus company to have launched 5G Buses, offering complimentary ultra-fast 5G Wi-Fi service to passengers on board