For Immediate Release Hongkong Tramways Celebrates 100 Years of Service Hong Kong, May 27, 2004 ... Serving Hong Kong since 1904, Hongkong Tramways ("HKT"), operator of the world's largest fleet of double-deck tramcars, will be celebrating its 100 years of tram service this year with a series of commemorative events. Kicking off Tramways' centenary celebrations, Hongkong Post is issuing the "Centenary of Hong Kong Trams" special stamps today. The stamp series highlights the various stages in HKT's historical development in Hong Kong between 1904 and 2004. Mr Frankie Yick, Director and General Manager, also take the opportunity to unveil HKT's special centenary logo today. "The design of the special centenary logo incorporates a tram outline into the Chinese character '¦Ê' (meaning hundred) to represent our commitment to Hong Kong over a hundred years," Mr Yick said. This special logo will be adopted in all HKT's publications throughout the centenary year as well as some of HKT's tramcars in June. In addition, a series of commemorative programmes will be organised by HKT in the coming months to mark this special occasion, including a drawing and a photo-taking competitions, a photo gallery exhibition, free tram rides for charitable associations and tourists on antique trams, culminating in the highlight event Tramways' Centenary Party to be held at Times Square on Saturday, July 31. Apart from the stamp issue, HKT also announced that a special Tramways' Centenary Souvenir Ticket Set will be on sale in July. The Souvenir Ticket Set includes a monthly ticket valid for rides to any destination within a month, a foldable 3-D classic tramcar and a booklet illustrating the development of tramways' history. Mr Yick added, "This Centenary Souvenir Set is definitely a collector's item and will offer passengers and the public a more thorough understanding of Tramways' history." "From single-decker to double-deck metal body tram, HKT will continue to serve Hong Kong as a convenient and safe alternative means of public transport on Island North with strong dedication and commitment to community. Going forward, we strive to build on our strong facilities and service standards and head towards our next centenary of tram service with confidence," Mr Yick said. TRAMWAYS CENTENARY CELEBRATION PROGRAMMES
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