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The Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD) of Hong Kong, together with police, conducted a two-day joint operation to clear the Tai Tan and Wan Tsai South campsites in Sai Kung. Authorities ordered long-term occupants to leave and removed all unclaimed tents and belongings. Both campsites are temporarily closed for site maintenance. Earlier, the Wong Shek campsite was closed for the same reason, bringing the total to three popular campsites in Sai Kung suspended in two months.

The Licensing Office of the Home Affairs Department has published two updated guidelines for guesthouse licenses, now covering campsites, including motorhome and tent sites. The new rules allow more flexible fire safety measures for remote locations, but motorhomes in Hong Kong remain non-roadworthy and are treated as fixed accommodation. The Transport Department is considering allowing motorhomes on roads under certain conditions, as the 'Yue Che Nan Xia' scheme expands to all nine Greater Bay Area cities on July 25.

Hong Kong's Licensing Authority has updated guidelines for guesthouse licenses to include campsites, motorhome parks, and tent camps. Authorities are considering allowing motorhomes to legally drive on roads, which is currently prohibited. The Transport Department previously refused registration due to limited road capacity and lack of facilities, but with the 'Guangdong Cars South' program expanding to 200 daily quotas from July 25 and plans to cover all 21 cities in Guangdong by Q1 2026, relaxation is being discussed.

Hong Kong's Licensing Authority has updated guidelines for guesthouse licenses to include campsites, motorhome parks, and tent camps. Authorities are considering allowing motorhomes to legally drive on roads, which is currently prohibited. The Transport Department previously refused registration due to limited road capacity and lack of facilities, but with the 'Guangdong Cars South' program expanding to 200 daily quotas from July 25 and plans to cover all 21 cities in Guangdong by Q1 2026, relaxation is being discussed.

The Home Affairs Department issued two guidelines on licensing guesthouses, building campsites, RV parks, tent sites, and village houses. All unauthorized building works in village houses must be removed and the original layout restored. Campsites must have 24-hour staff, and a five-meter no-fire zone is required around each RV or tent. Renting out grassland without fixed structures may be exempt from licensing.

Hong Kong authorities have published new guidelines simplifying licensing for rural guesthouses, campsites and motorhome pitches. Alternative fire safety measures are allowed for old and remote properties.

New Gonow Recreational Vehicles Inc. reported that all resolutions at its annual general meeting on June 26, 2026, were approved by shareholders via poll. About 869.6 million shares were entitled to vote, and all motions passed with 100% support among votes cast, including adoption of the 2025 audited financial statements, re-election of directors, and re-appointment of KPMG as auditor. The company, incorporated in the Cayman Islands and listed in Hong Kong, is part of a group controlled by Snowy.M Holdings Limited and has implemented employee stock option and share award schemes.

Hong Kong's Transport and Logistics Minister Chen Meibao stated that all annual self-drive quotas for Lantau Island (about 12,000) have been fully allocated over the past three years, with over 84,000 applications in 2023. Authorities are considering including Guangdong vehicles in the quota, extending permits for overnight stays, and increasing the quota for electric vehicles, but consultations with local residents and the district council are needed.

On April 30, a shareholder of New Gonow RV (00805) transferred shares from First Shanghai Securities to CMB International Securities. The transfer value was HKD 141 million, representing 10.67% of total shares. The company's annual revenue for 2025 was RMB 871 million, up 0.8% year-on-year, while net profit fell 28.9% to RMB 30.82 million.

Insurance company Kwiksure has published a guide to car camping in Hong Kong, featuring six recommended campsites and a list of essential gear. The article lists sites such as Pak Nai in Yuen Long (temporarily closed), Fu Tei Shan Zhuang in Sheung Shui, Urban Quit Garden in Kam Tin, Ma Tso Lung in Kwu Tung, Autocamper in Tai Kong Po, and BULA LAND in Sha Tau Kok. Each campsite includes prices, check-in rules, and available facilities. The gear list covers tent, folding table and chairs, cooking set, mattress, toiletries, insect repellent, power banks, and first aid kit.

A user visited the travel trailers of Billy EV Diary and Te Fei Dian EV, noting the increasing appeal of trailer living among younger people. The visit included a meal at a local Xiamen restaurant, where dishes were served fresh and praised for their taste and nostalgic value. The group then departed for Guangdong.

Shareholder Xia Bin has reduced his stake in motorhome manufacturer Xinji Ao RV. On March 31, he sold 33.758 million shares at an average price of HK$1.20 per share, lowering his stake to 9.78%.