New Huanggang Port joint inspection building to open Monday
The new Joint Inspection Building at Huanggang Port will open on Monday, with Shenzhen officials forecasting an initial 50,000 daily travelers. Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee said the opening supports national planning, institutional innovation and cross-boundary mobility. Authorities have condu
The new Joint Inspection Building at Huanggang Port is set to open on Monday, with Shenzhen officials predicting an initial daily flow of 50,000 travelers. The figure was announced at an opening ceremony held by Shenzhen and Hong Kong authorities on Sunday, 11 October 2026.
The daily traveler volume is expected to gradually rise to between 100,000 and 200,000, eventually exceeding 300,000 in the long term, according to Shenzhen officials.
In his address at the ceremony, Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu highlighted three key areas of significance for the port’s opening: realising national planning, implementing institutional innovation, and boosting cross-boundary mobility. Lee noted that the project demonstrates a commitment to promoting cross-boundary travel and upgrading port clearance efficiency, aligning with goals laid out in the city's recently released First Five-Year Plan.
Lee emphasised that the opening is a concrete step for Hong Kong to align with national development strategies and deeply engage in the development of the Greater Bay Area.
Secretary for Security Chris Tang Ping-keung stated that the opening ceremony also served as final preparation for Monday's official launch. He expressed strong confidence that the opening will be smooth and highly efficient, adding that relevant departments have conducted more than 100 tests since the establishment of the Hong Kong port area in late July.
Additionally, Xue Huaming, an official from the Shenzhen port office, anticipated a large influx of visitors sightseeing and taking photos at the port during the initial opening days. Xue added that authorities in Shenzhen and Hong Kong have coordinated emergency preparedness and crowd control measures to ensure a smooth customs clearance experience for all travelers.