Huanggang Port Sees Steady Passenger Traffic Ahead of Holiday
The newly revamped port is anticipating over 100,000 passenger trips daily during the Chung Yeung Festival, following a strong opening week.
The newly revamped port is anticipating over 100,000 passenger trips daily during the Chung Yeung Festival, following a strong opening week.
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Hong Kong's newly revamped Huanggang Port is preparing for a significant increase in passenger traffic during the upcoming three-day Chung Yeung Festival holiday. Officials expect the port to handle more than 100,000 passenger trips per day.
Despite the anticipated rush, the departure hall was quiet on Saturday morning. However, the port has seen consistent operations since its opening on Monday.
Secretary for Security Chris Tang Ping-keung reported that the port has been operating smoothly, managing approximately 80,000 passenger trips daily in its initial days. This figure saw a notable increase on Friday, exceeding 92,000 trips.
This volume represents a substantial rise compared to the previous capacity, which handled between 30,000 and 40,000 trips daily, indicating a 1.5-fold to nearly twofold increase.
FAQ
What is the expected passenger volume at Huanggang Port during the Chung Yeung Festival?
The port is expected to handle over 100,000 passenger trips per day during the three-day holiday.
How has Huanggang Port performed since its opening?
Since opening on Monday, the port has operated smoothly, handling around 80,000 to over 92,000 passenger trips daily.
