A drill involving around 1,000 people will take place at the Hong Kong Port Area of the redeveloped Huanggang port next Thursday to test transport operations, according to Secretary for Security Chris Tang.

Speaking to reporters on Friday, Tang noted that various tests have been conducted since the border crossing's Hong Kong Port Area was officially established under SAR's jurisdiction on July 31.

He added that large-scale drills involving 5,000 to 20,000 participants will take place later to test the port's maximum capacity.

“In the past, Huanggang port handled around 7,700 passenger trips per hour during peak periods. Our drill will simulate 20,000 passenger trips in one hour, which is more than double the current peak. If we can manage this flow of traffic, we believe daily operations in the future will be relatively smooth,” he said.

Tang added that the port will only open after authorities ensure smooth operations.


Edited by Aaron Tam