The Wai
| Company type | Subsidiary |
|---|---|
| Industry | Retail |
| Founded | July 22, 2023 |
| Headquarters | Tai Wai , Hong Kong |
| Owner | MTR Corporation |
| Website | www |
The Wai () is a retail complex located in Tai Wai, Hong Kong, which commenced operations on 22 July 2023. Owned and operated by the MTR Corporation, it stands as the third largest shopping mall in the eastern region of the New Territories.
Positioned beneath a private residential estate also under MTR Corporation's management, The Wai offers direct access to Tai Wai station, significantly improving convenience for both shoppers and commuters.
Design
The architectural design of the centre was executed by Ronald Lu and Partners, with interior styling provided by P&T Group. Covering four levels and encompassing of floor space, the facility includes an outdoor landscaped area, an indoor parking garage with 390 vehicle spaces, and Hong Kong’s most extensive bicycle parking facility featuring 330 slots. Hosting approximately 150 retail outlets, notable tenants consist of the largest among 43 Market Place supermarkets in Hong Kong at its launch, occupying over , alongside Emperor Cinemas Plus+, the sole cinema in Tai Wai, which contains six auditoriums with a total seating capacity of 912. Additionally, the mall is equipped with eighteen electric vehicle charging points and solar energy installations.
Connections
The shopping centre is linked via three pedestrian bridges: one connecting to northern Tai Wai near Che Kung Temple and Sun Chui Estate, another to a complex footbridge system, and a third providing direct access to Festival City, a private residential development also owned by MTR Corporation.
Transport
Located directly underneath the mall is a public transport hub serving multiple bus and minibus lines, as well as a taxi stand. The centre is accessible from Tai Wai MTR station through exit B, while exit H connects the mall’s third floor directly to elevated platform 3, facilitating smoother commuter flow.
Controversial demolition of footbridge branch
Prior to the mall’s development, an intricate footbridge extended over a significant roundabout linking Mei Tin Road, Che Kung Temple Road, and Hung Mui Kuk Road. One section of this footbridge was removed as part of government redevelopment plans for the shopping centre, rerouting pedestrian traffic through the mall to reach the remaining footbridge. This modification increased walking time from roughly 20 seconds to more than one minute, provoking objections from Sha Tin District Council members. Despite these protests, demolition commenced in 2022 and was finalized by August 2023.
Incident
On 24 July 2023, just three days after opening, a 64-year-old woman was assaulted by two perpetrators who fled the scene and remain unidentified. The victim suffered injuries near her eye and chest area.