The new Huanggang Port is set to be completed this year
Of the various land crossings between Hong Kong and Shenzhen, arguably the most worn and underrated is the Huanggang port. But this checkpoint is due to get a new facelift, with Shenzhen authorities confirming that the project is expected to reach completion within this year.
The Huanggang port is the first and only 24-hour passenger checkpoint between Hong Kong and Shenzhen, and has been in the process of reconstruction since 2019. This is the first time that we've had official confirmation about the new port's anticipated timeline. Over the years, travellers have veered towards the Lo Wu and Lok Ma Chau checkpoints since they're more straightforward and linked directly to the MTR. In contrast, Huanggang has always been a little more annoying to navigate, as one would need to go through immigration board a bus, alight after a short ride to go through another immigration checkpoint, before finding and getting back on the same bus. The upside is that it is open around the clock, and since it runs on coach services, travellers will always be able to get a seat.
Thankfully, the upcoming remodel is also bringing new checkpoint arrangements. Travellers will only need to go through one round of inspection and customs clearance, replacing the original system which required two checks in both the Hong Kong and mainland Chinese sides. This 'co-location arrangement' means that the clearance process can be dialled down from approximately 30 minutes to a mere five minutes.
Without the need for two separate spaces, the redesigned Huanggang port will also be dramatically reduced in size, and the land that will be freed up has been bookmarked for a 'collaborative innovation zone' for developing an 'international talent community', with 180,000 sq m of living spaces with healthcare and education facilities.
And if you've never been a fan of the coaches? The new Huanggang port will be connected to Hong Kong's Northern Link spur line that connects the East Rail and Tuen Ma lines, as well as Shenzhen's Metro Line 7. According to the current timeline, the new port will begin operations in 2026. Who's ready for easier trips to cheap food and massages?
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Of the various land crossings between Hong Kong and Shenzhen, arguably the most worn and underrated is the Huanggang port. But this checkpoint is due to get a new facelift, with Shenzhen authorities confirming that the project is expected to reach completion within this year. The Huanggang port is the first and only 24-hour passenger checkpoint between Hong Kong and Shenzhen, and has been in the process of reconstruction since 2019. This is the first time that we've had official confirmation about the new port's anticipated timeline. Over the years, travellers have veered towards the Lo Wu and Lok Ma Chau checkpoints since they're more straightforward and linked directly to the MTR. In contrast, Huanggang has always been a little more annoying to navigate, as one would need to go through immigration board a bus, alight after a short ride to go through another immigration checkpoint, before finding and getting back on the same bus. The upside is that it is open around the clock, and since it runs on coach services, travellers will always be able to get a seat. Thankfully, the upcoming remodel is also bringing new checkpoint arrangements. Travellers will only need to go through one round of inspection and customs clearance, replacing the original system which required two checks in both the Hong Kong and mainland Chinese sides. This 'co-location arrangement' means that the clearance process can be dialled down from approximately 30 minutes to a mere five minutes. Without the need for two separate spaces, the redesigned Huanggang port will also be dramatically reduced in size, and the land that will be freed up has been bookmarked for a 'collaborative innovation zone' for developing an 'international talent community', with 180,000 sq m of living spaces with healthcare and education facilities. And if you've never been a fan of the coaches? The new Huanggang port will be connected to Hong Kong's Northern Link spur line that connects the East Rail and Tuen Ma lines, as well as Shenzhen's Metro Line 7. According to the current timeline, the new port will begin operations in 2026. Who's ready for easier trips to cheap food and massages? Hue Dining and Ink Cafe are closing down at the end of June
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