The following is issued on behalf of the Legislative Council Secretariat:
The Legislative Council Panel on Transport visited the "Station Rail Voyage" Exhibition of the MTR Corporation Limited at Hung Hom Station today (April 24) to learn more about the development process of Hong Kong's railway service.
Members first toured MTR's collection of retired trains and train components, including the first-generation electric train "Yellow Head" of the East Rail Line, the Diesel Electric Locomotive "I.B. Trevor", as well as the Mid-life Refurbishment 12-car-train that retired in 2022 to better understand different stages of the development of MTR trains.
Meanwhile, Members received a briefing by MTR representatives on how to revitalise the retired trains, enabling these trains to continue serving the public in different ways. They also gained insight into the contributions made by railway staff across different eras by observing a collection of their treasured items.
During the visit, Members exchanged views with MTR representatives on the continuous enhancement of the quality of railway service and strengthening of railway safety.
Members who participated in the visit include Panel members Mr Chau Siu-chung, Mr Chan Siu-hung and Mr Yim Kong; as well as non-Panel members Mr Andrew Lam, Mr Yiu Pak-leung, Mr Dennis Leung and Dr Ngan Man-yu.
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