MTR (00066) Yang Meizhen: Future focus includes advancing 6 newly implemented railway projects.

On January 2, the new CEO of MTR Corporation (00066), Ms. Yang Meizhen, pointed out that another key focus for MTR in the future is to carry out 6 newly confirmed railway projects in areas such as Lantau Island, Tuen Mun, and North District, excluding the second phase of the Northern Link. The investment in these projects has already reached HK$140 billion, with project and financial management being her main priorities. She looks forward to the completion of these projects one by one, with over 20 new stations expected to be completed between 2027 and 2034. Ms. Yang mentioned that she feels honored and excited to take on this new position, understanding the significant responsibility that comes with it. She expressed her commitment to leading the team to serve the people of Hong Kong, emphasizing that MTR will continue to evolve and provide high-quality and resilient railway services. She also highlighted the company's efforts in the past year to address cash flow needs, which have shown some positive results. In the current challenging environment, she emphasized the need to adopt new methods of operation and utilize artificial intelligence technology to assist the company. Ms. Yang stressed that employees are a valuable resource for the company, and she will focus on communication and collaboration to help everyone contribute their strengths effectively.