Chongqing Maritime Safety Authorities announced on 18 November that they are taking measures to tackle the noise pollution along those sections that lie within the city proper. Within the controlled zone, the use of loudspeakers will be restricted; the use of the horn will be banned completely; and commercial vessels collecting sand and silt will not be allowed to operate between 10pm and 6am. Passenger cruises will also be banned from running services between 10pm and 6am within the controlled waters.

Officials from Chongqing MSA vowed to increase night patrols to ensure compliance with the new rules.