HONG KONG ’ S THREE-RUNWAY SYSTEM
its maximum of 420,000 annual air traffic movements ( ATMs ) soon , according to the latest projections .
The 3RS is crucial to the future of Hong Kong as the infrastructure will allow HKIA to handle future traffic demand as estimated by IATA Consulting , that is , 102 million passengers and 8.9 million tonnes of cargo , in addition to 607,000 aircraft movements per year by 2030 .
Furthermore , the 3RS project will reinforce Hong Kong ’ s competitiveness as nearby airports are expanding their facilities .
Without 3RS , airlines will focus on more lucrative routes , resulting in rising ticket prices while fewer service destinations that travellers and businessmen suffer . The situation will have negative impact on Hong Kong ’ s overall competitiveness .
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