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3. The eastern part of the Hong Kong waters contain quite a
number of coastlines with high ecological value, whereas the
western waters have also been limited by a number of large-scale
infrastructure projects. In contrast, the central waters has a
relatively low ecological value and hence higher potential for
development of artificial islands. Apart from the East Lantau
Metropolis, south of Cheung Chau is the only area in Hong Kong
where large-scale reclamation is possible. Construction of an
artificial island of more than 2,000 hectares could be considered
in the region. If needed, the land so created may be considered
for the relocation of the existing logistics services at Kwai Chung
Container Terminals and brownfield sites to make room for devel-
opment.

4. The Kwai Chung Container Terminals, together with the surrounding
logistics sites and the government's proposed reclamation of Tsing Yi
South have a combined area of nearly 1,000 hectares. They are locat-
ed at the heart of urban areas with well developed tra c network,
and therefore can be considered for residential development of
mainly subsidised housing and other purposes to satisfy the city’s
socio-economic and livelihood needs.

5. In addition, reclamation in Po Toi Island may be considered for rede-
ployment of government facilities such as existing prisons. Together
with Tuen Mun, Tseung Kwan O and West Lamma, the above five
reclamation sites can provide more than 3,500 hectares of land.

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