Study of industrial land use to provide planning framework

The study on the future use of industrial land is expected to be finalised early next year, according to the Planning Department.

The department has conducted a survey of 5,000 companies with operations in 170 industrial buildings in Hong Kong as part of its review of potential changes to industrial areas.

The study is expected to provide a new planning framework for industrial land use.

A spokesman for the department said the study aimed to update the demand for industrial land, given the significant changes in Hong Kong's manufacturing sector in recent years.

'It is in a final stage,' she said.

The spokesman said the Planning Department was analysing the findings and hoped to conclude the recommendations as soon as possible.

A consultation of professionals, the industrial sectors and the public was expected by as early as the end of this year.