KMB to release the first batch of bus NFT collectables

The Kowloon Motor Bus Co. (1933) Ltd. (“KMB”) rolls out the first batch of bus Non-Fungible Token (“NFT”). Through augmented reality (“AR”), the 3D bus image of KMB NFT can be projected on your device with the real world as background, offering passengers a unique bus journey. Sale of the first batch of 2,000 NFTs will start at 3:00pm on 16 June, 2022 (Thursday), exclusive to club1933 members in KMB SHOP. A special edition of the physical bus model will be gifted to buyers of KMB NFT.

​Limited to 2,000 units worldwide

The first batch of KMB NFT resembles the ADL Enviro500 Euro VI 12.8M eco-friendly buses. Buyers can select any of the ten routes running from Star Ferry to various districts in Kowloon, including 1A and 6 (details can be referred to the list below). Each NFT has a unique digital certificate showing the bus model and route of the NFT to certify, in which KMB and its ownership issue the NFT. The first batch of KMB NFT is limited to just 2,000 units worldwide.

The sale is exclusive to members of club1933, and transactions will be made in the lawful currency of Hong Kong. The price of NFT with 1A as its route is HKD398, while those with other routes are HKD348. Members of club1933 can purchase the NFT by credit cards through KMB SHOP (https://www.design1933.hk/) or the “Shopping” button on App1933.

Combination of AR and NFT

Once you have purchased, the KMB NFT will be stored in the virtual asset wallet app, NOIZ BEAM. Buyers can also trade their NFTs on the app free of charge. The NFT will be able to transfer to other platforms for trading in the next stage. Details will be announced later.

The KMB NFT is worthy for collection, entertainment and appreciation. The NOIZ BEAM App is equipped with AR function, where buyers can combine their unique 3D KMB NFT image with the real world and interact with it. They can also take photos with the NFT, giving them an interesting online experience.

Exclusive offer to KMB NFT buyers both online and offline

Other than the priority to purchase the NFT in second stage, buyers of the first batch of the KMB NFT will be gifted a special edition of the physical bus model designed exclusively for this NFT campaign that is not for sale.

Buyers may also participate in the NFT bus model design. KMB has started a community on DISCORD for the NFT  campaign, where buyers can receive the latest news and events of KMB NFT and interact with each other. They may also be able to participate in the creation and design of NFT and vote for different campaigns and suggestions to add unlimited possibilities to KMB NFT in the virtual world.

Official website: https://app.kmb.hk/app1933/NFT/ 
DISCORD community: https://discord.gg/hP7Ek6gqXK 

Free “RYDE” microinsurance offered

Buyers will also be awarded 10 free “RYDE” microinsurance by YAS¹ for each KMB’s NFT they bought. They can enjoy a protection covering up to HKD200,000 for death or disablement resulting from a traffic accident and up to HKD7,000 for accidental medical expenses and personal belongings coverage when travelling on public transport.

Exclusive privilege for club1933 members

Members of club1933 can earn 0.1 points for every HKD0.1 spent using a registered valid Octopus Card or Octopus product to take any bus routes operated by KMB or LWB². New members are entitled to receive a welcoming gift of 200 points. The points are redeemable on member-exclusive privileges, including KMB masks, gifts, member-only event invitations and special offers in catering and online shopping. Members holding JoyYou card, Elder Octopus card, and eligible persons with disabilities can even earn triple points when taking any bus routes operated by KMB or LWB³ until 30 June. The more you ride, the more rewards you will get.

¹ RYDE, the microinsurance for passengers, was co-launched by YAS and Generali.
² Except routes K12, K14, K17 and K18
³ Except LWB “A” Routes, KMB Routes P960, P968, K12, K14, K17, K18 and Racecourse Routes

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Ten KMB Routes available for buyers: