Special traffic and transport arrangements will be implemented between December 4 and 8, when the ITU Telecom World 2006 takes place at AsiaWorld-Expo, the Transport Department says.

It anticipates traffic flow on Chek Lap Kok Island and in the vicinity of the MTR Airport Express Line's Hong Kong Station during the ITU event will be heavier than usual. As far as possible, the department suggests ITU visitors take public transport when traveling to and from AsiaWorld-Expo.

Drivers are also advised to pay attention to radio and TV traffic announcements and the Tsing Ma Control Area's Variable Message Signs.

The frequency of the MTR Airport Express Line and Tung Chung Line will be increased to carry more passengers to and from AsiaWorld-Expo. There will also be free shuttle-bus services between Tung Chung Station and AsiaWorld-Expo.

A joint coordination centre manned by the Commerce, Industry & Trade Bureau, the Police, Transport Department, Airport Authority and Mass Transit Railway, together with representatives from ITU and AsiaWorld-Expo Management will deal with all emergency incidents, including traffic and transport matters, relating to the ITU event.

The Transport Department will increase manpower at the Emergency Transport Co-ordination Centre between December 4 and 8 to monitor the public transport services and the traffic situation on major roads.

People should also check radio and TV for the latest traffic situation, or call the department's dedicated hotline, 183 4567, the ITU enquiries hotline, 183 5508, or the department's website.