3rd October 2026 – (Hong Kong) The Secretary for Transport and Logistics, Mable Chan, said authorities have prepared comprehensive route maps and large, clearly marked signs to help residents and visitors transfer to the soon‑to‑open new Huanggang checkpoint, which could commence operations as early as mid‑month. She anticipated transfer options via about nine MTR stations, from which passengers would board franchised buses to reach the boundary facility, aiming to distribute flows and reduce pressure on any single public transport corridor.
Chan said officials intend to present a straightforward overview of the checkpoint’s layout and have already installed directional signage. Information will also be pushed on social media platforms to ensure that visitors can plan their journeys. The Transport Department’s Emergency Transport Coordination Centre will monitor conditions at multiple boundary crossings in real time, including Huanggang, sharing updates with management platforms and the Security Bureau’s Emergency Monitoring & Support Centre to strengthen communication and response.
Emphasising crowd dispersal, Chan noted that the department has mapped out a full set of public transport routes, including franchised buses, green minibuses and connections to nearby MTR stations. Authorities said more than 70 policy bureaux and departments and over 30,000 civil servants have participated in trials to test systems and service details ahead of opening. Preparations span immigration and traffic arrangements, supporting transport links, public Wi‑Fi, road‑use experience and amenities such as lighting, seating and air‑conditioning, with teams tasked to resolve issues to deliver a smooth crossing experience.
On cross‑boundary mobility, Chan said daily applications during the National Day Golden Week for the Southbound Travel Scheme exceeded the 200‑vehicle quota and required balloting, matching expectations since the quota was raised in 4th July and extended to nine Greater Bay Area cities. Asked about further increases, she said the government would proceed steadily rather than hastily, giving mainland motorists time to familiarise themselves with local conditions and allowing the tourism, hotel and catering sectors to adapt, while keeping the situation under close review.
Turning to maritime travel, Chan said the “southbound yachts” initiative is expected to launch its first sailings within the month. The Marine Department has built a real‑time yacht monitoring system and digitised processes, with five anchorage zones designated across Hong Kong waters to manage usage and flexibly allocate space. She said expanding yacht tourism could draw high‑spending visitors and support a broader industrial chain from vessel building and maintenance to exhibitions and financing.