In mid 60s, Government restricted the towing of floating wood and bamboo rafts in the Hong Kong Waters.This measure directly promoted the growth of motorised cargo vessels and dumb steel lighters.

• 六十年代中期，政府限制浮木及竹排在港内拖带，促使货艇及趸船逐渐兴起，后者由于缺乏动力，需要拖轮拖带。