Sustainable development

Urban railways are a highly efficient, green and high-capacity mode of mass transportation. However, their construction and long-term maintenance often require substantial financial support from local governments. In response, MTR has introduced its "Rail plus Community" development model, which integrates railway projects with community and property development. This model transforms some of the economic benefits generated by railway development into resources supporting ongoing operations and future projects.

In recent years, MTR has engaged in major transit-oriented development, or TOD, projects across the Chinese mainland. It involves the Hangzhou West Railway Station, the comprehensive transportation hub at the Beijing Tongzhou Railway Station, and a new zone in Shenzhen featuring high-speed rail.

Through these initiatives, MTR assists local governments in driving urban development, optimizing spatial layouts and improving functional capabilities.