Annual Report 2023

The bus fleet of Sun Bus is equipped with double-deckers to meet the travel needs of customers 35 2023 Annual Report Transport International Holdings Limited Hong Kong’s aging population has resulted in a continued decline in the labour force, and the public transport industry has witnessed a severe shortage of drivers. In view of this, SBH Group has applied for imported labour from the Mainland through the Government’s Labour Importation Scheme. Besides, the optimisation of recruitment and retaining practices have been in place to recruit more drivers and retain experienced staff. The SBH Group is committed to continuously cultivating its elite management and operation teams so as to establish a reputable service for its customers. Led by its flagship subsidiary, Sun Bus Limited (“Sun Bus”), the SBH Group offers a range of shuttle transport services designed for specific market segments (including corporations, shopping malls, residential estates, travel agents and schools), as well as chartered hire services for organisations and the general public. In 2023, in pace with the gradual resumption of the normal operation of private companies, Government departments and schools, the SBH Group maintained its market-leading position by introducing new coaches to its fleet. To further strengthen its competitiveness, the SBH Group will purchase more electric vehicles and promote wider application of technology. During 2023, 50 new Euro VI buses equipped with seatbelts, speed limiters and tachographs (commonly known as “black boxes”) have been deployed. Travel Agents Schools Shopping Malls Corporations Residential Estates