Hin Keng station
| Company type | Rapid transit station |
|---|---|
| Industry | Public transport |
| Founded | February 14, 2020 |
| Headquarters | Tai Wai, Sha Tin, New Territories , Hong Kong |
Area served | Hong Kong |
| Owner | MTR Corporation |
| Website | www |
Hin Keng () serves as a station on the , integrated within Hong Kong's MTR rapid transit system. It commenced operations on 14 February 2020 during the initial phase of the Tuen Ma line, which was developed under the Sha Tin to Central Link initiative. Situated close to Hin Keng Estate in Tai Wai, Sha Tin, New Territories, this elevated station features a single access point on Che Kung Miu Road.
Conveniently located adjacent to the Lion Rock Tunnel and in proximity to the Beacon Hill Tunnel on the East Rail line, Hin Keng station plays a crucial role in improving travel connections between Tai Wai and Kowloon Tong.
History
The station was erected on land previously occupied by the New Territories South Animal Management Centre and Shatin Plant Quarantine Station, both of which were transferred to a new site on To Shek Street in November 2013.
Constructed under MTR contract 1102 with a contract value of HK$1.039 billion, the project was awarded to the Japanese company Penta-Ocean on 5 July 2013. Key subcontractors included Hong Kong's Ngai Shun Construction & Drilling Company and China's state-owned China Geo-Engineering Corporation. The architectural concept was developed by Hong Kong-based firm Leigh and Orange. Construction commenced with an official groundbreaking ceremony on 13 November 2013.
On 30 April 2015, a topping-out ceremony was held, marking Hin Keng as the first station along the Sha Tin to Central Link to reach this construction milestone. The station officially began service on 14 February 2020 as part of the MTR's southern extension towards Kai Tak. Subsequently, it became part of the Tuen Ma line following the integration of the Ma On Shan line with the West Rail line.
Design
Hin Keng station showcases an elevated, open-concept design that optimizes natural illumination and airflow, thereby reducing reliance on energy consumption and air-conditioning systems. Both concourse and platform areas are engineered for cross ventilation to sustain comfortable temperatures without mechanical cooling. This efficient approach was informed by computational fluid dynamics studies. External architectural fins contribute to minimizing solar heat absorption.
The facility includes an approximately green roof intended for eco-friendly planting that demands minimal watering and upkeep. Complemented by wooden elements and earth-toned finishes, the design harmonizes visually with its surrounding forested hillside environment.
Protective glass canopies not only shield passengers from weather elements but also function as artistic installations. These canopies display a vibrant patchwork quilt motif created by Hong Kong artist Ng Ka-chun in collaboration with residents of Hin Keng Estate.
Station layout
| U2 Platforms | ||
| Side platform, doors open on the right | ||
| Platform 1 | ← Template:Rcb towards Template:STN (Template:STN) | |
| Platform 2 | Template:Rcb Tuen Ma line towards Template:STN (Template:STN) → | |
| Side platform, doors open on the right | ||
| G | Concourse | Exits, shops, washrooms |
| Customer service | ||