I'd guess they went very non-committal, thought it was a good idea in principle, but said nothing would happen soon.

There is apparently a huge problem sorting out programming for multi-tile object that actually move, it's one of the reasons they cite when anyone asks about boat and shipping changes. The impression given has always been that the work involved is massive, they would love to do it, but it's a long way down the list.

LMAO

Would certainly be cool, IMO