Transport Commissioner Reviews Traffic Incident Management at Tsing Ma Control Area

2026-06-16 19:08 Last Updated At：19:33

C for T views incident handling measures at Tsing Ma Control Area

The Commissioner for Transport, Miss Winnie Tse, today (June 16) visited the Tsing Ma Control Area (TMCA) to view its traffic incident handling measures, together with the Chairman of the Legislative Council (LegCo) Panel on Transport, Dr Chan Han-pan. Representatives of the Transport and Logistics Bureau, the Hong Kong Police Force, the Kwai Tsing District Office and the Kwai Tsing District Council also joined the visit.

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C for T views incident handling measures at Tsing Ma Control Area Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

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C for T views incident handling measures at Tsing Ma Control Area Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Miss Tse and officials were first briefed by the TMCA operator at the Administration Building on its incident handling arrangements. The Tsing Ma Bridge (TMB) is equipped with an advanced traffic control and monitoring system comprising lane control signals, variable message signs (VMS), closed-circuit television and an incident detection system. The operator monitors traffic conditions on the TMB in real time, round the clock, via the control centre. When abnormal situations are detected, the operator will swiftly implement traffic management measures, such as closing traffic lanes using control signals, and disseminating real-time information to motorists via VMS and tunnel break-in announcements, thereby minimising the impact of incidents on traffic flow.

In addition, Miss Tse learned about the facilities deployed by the operator when handling incidents, including patrol cars and the truck mounted attenuators (TMAs) with anti-collision buffer devices, and observed how these facilities provide safety barriers at accident scenes, while following vehicles are warned through rooftop flashing lights.

Miss Tse said, "The Transport Department (TD) has steered the operator to strengthen preventive alerts on VMS, continuously broadcast information inside the Cheung Tsing Tunnel during emergencies, expand the activation range of warning signal lights, and add rotating beacons to TMAs starting from this month to heighten drivers' vigilance and work safety." Participants also exchanged views on ways to further enhance road safety and the work safety of operational staff.

The TD's records showed that the traffic accident rate on the Lantau Link is similar to that of other major roads in Hong Kong. The TD has been closely monitoring the operator's service performance, including reviewing its incident investigation reports and conducting on-site inspection in the control area. The TD is reviewing current accident handling procedures and their effectiveness, with a view to continuously improving road safety and the overall operational efficiency of the TMB.

The Government reiterates its appeal to motorists to remain vigilant at all times, stay focused on road conditions and drive with care. They should heed lane control signals, look well ahead and keep a sufficient distance from the vehicle in front. The TD will continue to remind transport trades through regular meetings to avoid fatigue driving, and to pay extra attention to road works and changes in road conditions when driving on expressways.

Motorists may refer to the guidelines on responding to traffic accidents (Chinese only)on the TD's Agent T Facebook page or the Road Users' Code for handling emergencies.

Hong Kong Film Gala Debuts in Riyadh, Showcasing Contemporary Cinema to Saudi Audiences.

First ever Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation hosted in Saudi Arabia, bridging two cultures and cinematic worlds

The Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation made its historic debut in Riyadh, capital of Saudi Arabia, from June 12 to 14, introducing contemporary Hong Kong cinema to local audiences for the first time.

Presented by the Asian Film Awards Academy, with support from the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Dubai (HKETO Dubai), the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency, and the Film Development Fund, the inaugural Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation – Saudi Arabia took place at a leading cinema chain in the Saudi capital. The programme featured four new films from Hong Kong filmmakers, showcasing a diverse range of genres – from action thrillers and suspenseful dramas to deeply compelling human stories.

Nearly 200 guests attended the opening reception to interact with Directors Njo Kui-ying ("Road to Vendetta") and Chou Man-yu ("Behind the Shadows") who traveled to Riyadh to join the landmark occasion. Other distinguished guests included the Ambassador of the People's Republic of China to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Mr Chang Hua; senior representatives from local government and regulatory bodies, including the Saudi Film Commission and the General Authority for Media Regulation; as well as members of the local business and cultural communities. The festival debut of opening film "Road to Vendetta", also its Middle East premiere, was screened to a full house with enthusiastic response.

To enable better audience understanding about Hong Kong cinema, post-screening sharing sessions were held with Directors Njo and Chou, who discussed the inspirations and creative processes behind their works. Additional films featured in the festival included "Ciao UFO" and "Blades of the Guardians: Wind Rises in the Desert".

Speaking at the opening reception, Director-General of HKETO Dubai, Mr Simon Chan, highlighted Saudi Arabia's remarkable cinematic renaissance and thriving creative industries driven by Vision 2030. He further noted that as the current official representation of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government in the Middle East region, HKETO Dubai has been actively working to promote diverse exchanges and liaison between Hong Kong and Saudi Arabia across multiple sectors, including business, cultural and people-to-people exchanges.

"The Government is committed to promoting the development of arts, culture and creative industries, with over $9 billion in total injected into the CreateSmart Initiative and the Film Development Fund. The Government also actively supports the development of our local film industry through funding schemes and industry activities for deepening cultural exchange and expanding markets. We are hopeful that hosting the inaugural Hong Kong film festival in Saudi Arabia will allow more local audiences to experience Hong Kong cinema, and strengthen cultural connections between Hong Kong and Middle East audiences and filmmakers in the industry," Mr Chan said.

HKETO Dubai will continue to support Hong Kong's cultural and creative industries by fostering cross-regional exchanges and creating new opportunities through collaboration with stakeholders in the Middle East region.

Transport Commissioner Reviews Traffic Incident Management at Tsing Ma Control Area

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