MTR employees will get a pay rise of 1.6% to 3.84%, with some getting up to 4.8%

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Bonuses may also be awarded based on business performance and other factors.

MTR Corporation, Hong Kong's public transport operator, has announced that most non-managerial staff will receive a basic salary increase of 1.6% to 3.84% this year, with top performers receiving up to a 4.8% increase, while the low performers will face a salary freeze.

Furthermore, bonuses may also be awarded based on business performance and other factors.

MTR thanked and recognised the contributions of employees over the past year, stating that salary adjustments were made in accordance with its established salary review mechanism, after careful consideration of factors such as company performance, market and economic environment, and employee contributions.

The company added that it has consistently listened to the opinions and demands of employee representatives, labour unions, and employees regarding the salary adjustment range and will continue to maintain close communication through various channels.

According to the Hong Kong Federation of Railway Trade Unions (HKFRTU), MTR’s latest salary adjustment plan is based on employees’ ratings in performance appraisal:

• Level 3 (meeting the standard) will receive a 3.2% pay rise, accounting for approximately 55% of all employees;
• Level 4 (above the standard) will receive a 3.84% pay rise, accounting for approximately 35% of all employees;
• Level 5 (outstanding) will receive a 4.8% pay rise, accounting for approximately 10% of all employees.
• Employees rated Level 3 or above will receive additional special bonuses equivalent to 1.4, 1.73, and 2.07 months' salary, respectively.

Local media reports cited the Hong Kong Railway Workers General Union as saying that the salary adjustment is generally within its acceptable range. The union urged MTR to actively consider restoring the night‑shift allowance to the 0.5 level as a recognition of the hard work and dedication of night‑shift staff. It also recommended that the company review its medical benefits, including exploring the possibility of increasing the subsidy cap for long‑term medication.

Meanwhile, the HKFRTU noted that the salary adjustment fell slightly below its expectations and said it will continue discussions with the company to safeguard employees’ rights and interests. The union added that it has submitted several proposals to MTR, including the early implementation of a seniority‑based pay increment mechanism, the introduction of regular allowances for employees holding professional qualifications, and enhancements to special shift allowances.