Remarks by STL at media session

Following are the remarks by the Secretary for Transport and Logistics, Ms Mable Chan, at a media session following the maiden voyage ceremony for the southbound travel of yachts from Guangdong today (October 16): Reporter: Given that there are only 150 berths at five anchorages, are you worried about running out of space during peak seasons? Under what circumstances will the Government consider capping daily visits and setting up more berth spots in the future? Secretary for Transport and Logistics: Having regard to the potential demand and the existing supply of mooring facilities in Hong Kong, we consider that there are adequate facilities for the mooring and docking of Mainland yachts to Hong Kong. At the present moment, we have allowed these Mainland yachts to dock or moor at five designated mooring anchorage areas, in addition to the existing mooring facilities in yacht clubs. We consider that this could meet the demand. Coupled with the real-time dynamic monitoring system, the Marine Department can communicate with the Mainland yacht captains so as to facilitate their travel in Hong Kong waters. We are also planning ahead. The Airport Authority Hong Kong and the Hong Kong Sp

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