Manzhou's Xinghai Fishing Port Expansion Opened; Southeast Coast Fishermen No Longer Need to Avoid Typhoons in Hengchun
The Xinghai Fishing Port expansion in Pingtung County has been completed, doubling its capacity to safely shelter fishing boats and serve as a Coast Guard base, saving fishermen a dangerous journey to Hengchun during typhoons.
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The "Xinghai Fishing Port Expansion and Improvement Project" in Manzhou Township has been completed. The Pingtung County Government held an opening ceremony today, attended by County Magistrate Chou Chun-mi, Presidential Office Secretary-General Pan Men-an, representatives from central agencies like the Ministry of Agriculture and the Ocean Affairs Council, and local fishermen.
Chou Chun-mi stated that in the past, before typhoons hit, fishermen on the east coast had to risk a more than two-hour voyage to Houbihu in Hengchun for shelter—a process that was not only arduous but highly dangerous. With the expansion now complete, the port's capacity has nearly doubled, becoming the most crucial safe haven and protective fortress on the southeast coast, allowing fishermen to moor safely and nearby.
Chou noted that the completion of Xinghai Fishing Port resulted from years of effort by the county government. She thanked former Magistrate Pan Men-an for his involvement from early planning, environmental impact assessments, release of security forest land, to underwater cultural heritage surveys. Overcoming challenges from the pandemic and multiple typhoons, the county continuously collaborated closely with the central government to break through difficulties and finally realize this long-awaited construction for the fishermen.
Pan Men-an remarked that Xinghai Fishing Port had needed improvements since early years. Previously, poor port conditions provided inadequate shelter from wind and waves, creating high risks for moored boats. After years of joint efforts by central and local authorities, the rebuild is complete. It not only enhances sheltering functions but also provides the Coast Guard with an optimal mooring and logistical support base, making it a key safety node on the southeast coast.
The Marine and Fishery Affairs Management Office of the Pingtung County Government stated in a press release that the total cost of the Xinghai Fishing Port expansion project is NT$428 million, covering a total development area of 10.80 hectares. The newly built north, south, and east wharves total 510 meters in length. Maximum boat capacity has increased from 56 to 100, and it can shelter 62 fishing boats during typhoons. Through fairway optimization and strengthened breakwater facilities, wind and waves can be effectively blocked, improving the safety of port entry and exit. This not only enhances fishermen's operational safety but is also expected to drive surrounding industrial development.
The 14th (Hengchun) Coast Guard Flotilla of the Coast Guard Administration stated that Xinghai Fishing Port now provides excellent mooring space for Coast Guard vessels. After the deployment of 100-ton patrol boats, various patrol duties can be arranged, effectively shortening response times. This allows for more immediate and flexible handling of marine emergencies and illegal activities. Furthermore, this type of patrol boat has excellent endurance and seakeeping capabilities to execute medium-to-long-range patrols and cross-region support missions, effectively extending the patrol depth and building a denser maritime law enforcement network. (Editor: Chen Jen-hua) 1150410
Chou Chun-mi stated that in the past, before typhoons hit, fishermen on the east coast had to risk a more than two-hour voyage to Houbihu in Hengchun for shelter—a process that was not only arduous but highly dangerous. With the expansion now complete, the port's capacity has nearly doubled, becoming the most crucial safe haven and protective fortress on the southeast coast, allowing fishermen to moor safely and nearby.
Chou noted that the completion of Xinghai Fishing Port resulted from years of effort by the county government. She thanked former Magistrate Pan Men-an for his involvement from early planning, environmental impact assessments, release of security forest land, to underwater cultural heritage surveys. Overcoming challenges from the pandemic and multiple typhoons, the county continuously collaborated closely with the central government to break through difficulties and finally realize this long-awaited construction for the fishermen.
Pan Men-an remarked that Xinghai Fishing Port had needed improvements since early years. Previously, poor port conditions provided inadequate shelter from wind and waves, creating high risks for moored boats. After years of joint efforts by central and local authorities, the rebuild is complete. It not only enhances sheltering functions but also provides the Coast Guard with an optimal mooring and logistical support base, making it a key safety node on the southeast coast.
The Marine and Fishery Affairs Management Office of the Pingtung County Government stated in a press release that the total cost of the Xinghai Fishing Port expansion project is NT$428 million, covering a total development area of 10.80 hectares. The newly built north, south, and east wharves total 510 meters in length. Maximum boat capacity has increased from 56 to 100, and it can shelter 62 fishing boats during typhoons. Through fairway optimization and strengthened breakwater facilities, wind and waves can be effectively blocked, improving the safety of port entry and exit. This not only enhances fishermen's operational safety but is also expected to drive surrounding industrial development.
The 14th (Hengchun) Coast Guard Flotilla of the Coast Guard Administration stated that Xinghai Fishing Port now provides excellent mooring space for Coast Guard vessels. After the deployment of 100-ton patrol boats, various patrol duties can be arranged, effectively shortening response times. This allows for more immediate and flexible handling of marine emergencies and illegal activities. Furthermore, this type of patrol boat has excellent endurance and seakeeping capabilities to execute medium-to-long-range patrols and cross-region support missions, effectively extending the patrol depth and building a denser maritime law enforcement network. (Editor: Chen Jen-hua) 1150410