Hong Kong cross-border low-altitude economy will have rules and regulations, I&T chief says
Low-altitude cross-border transport not about letting drones fly around in a disorganised manner, innovation chief tells lawmakers
The development of Hong Kong’s cross-border low-altitude economy will be subject to protocols and customs clearance procedures, the innovation and technology minister has said, as the city seeks a new source of growth.
Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry Sun Dong on Tuesday stressed the importance of specific application venues and regulations, as well as research and deploying infrastructure and networks, when considering developing a cross-border low-altitude economy.
“It involves flying from point to point along fixed routes. Customs clearance is also required when goods enter or exit both locations.”
Sun earlier said the Lok Ma Chau Loop, an area near the border with mainland China that had a section earmarked for an innovation and technology park, was considered an ideal location for Hong Kong’s low-altitude economy in the future.
The low-altitude economy refers to activities in airspace below 1,000 metres (3,281 feet) with a radius of 2-3km and presents a wide array of application scenarios including rescues, surveys and delivery of goods and passengers.
