Chief Secretary Chan Kwok-ki said a large-scale stress test for the Kai Tak Sports Park (KTSP) tonight was conducted smoothly and that the anticipated effects and test objectives were achieved with satisfactory results.

The aim was to test the operation and capability of the three venues and the supporting facilities in the vicinity during events with maximum attendance, with a view to ensuring the smooth operation of the KTSP upon its official commissioning in the first quarter of this year.

Over 60,000 participants simulated crowd flow during the test.

Mr Chan inspected the stress test and told reporters at a media session aftewards that the dispersal was very smooth.

“I really do not see any bottleneck actually, because the situation, I would say, is far better than my expectation.”

He added that the arrangements for participants entering and leaving the venue as well as public transport became more refined and orderly during the stress test, with all units able to respond promptly to deal with simulated emergencies.

Mr Chan expressed gratitude to various government departments, KTSP Limited and public transport operators for their preparation and co-ordination work.

He also thanked the personnel involved in the test, including civil servants from 77 bureaus and departments, community members, and residents of the Kai Tak area, for their full support and co-operation.