Two new MRT lines being studied; West Coast MRT Extension to proceed
Among the suggested rail lines, Seletar Line, can serve locations consisting of Woodlands, Sembawang, Sengkang West, Serangoon North, Whampoa, Kallang, and the Greater Southern Waterfront.
In preparing for the future project of Singapore’s rail network, Chee also released the government’s intentions to spend up to $1 billion over the coming 5 years to preserve high-reliability standards in both latest and outdated train units.
The next, tentatively called the Tengah Line, could supplement the transport network in the west and northwest regions to serve locations like Tengah, Bukit Batok, Queensway, and Bukit Merah.
The WCE is going to be executed in 2 phases. The first phase is anticipated to extend the JRL from Pandan Reservoir Station to attach with the CRL by the late 2030s.
Upon completion, the WCE will provide residents taking a trip from the West to the city centre with approximately 20 mins of time savings.
“Collectively, these efforts to expand the rail network, boost the administration of rail assets, and upskill our rail workforce, will allow us to continue providing helpful, reliable and long-lasting public transport for our travelers,” says LTA.
On the other hand, its second step intends to extend the JRL from West Coast Terminal to connect with the CCL’s Kent Ridge Station by the initial 2040s.
Two brand-new MRT channels are currently undertaking workability researches by the Land Transport Authority. The lines are targeted for completion in the 2040s and could likely serve more than 400,000 households.
Subject to the outcomes of LTA’s workability researches, the Seletar Line and Tengah Line could be joined, according to a speech by Transportation Minister Chee Hong Tat in parliament on March 5.
The investment is anticipated to go towards condition monitoring systems to enable more proactive and targeted management, and brand-new technologies to enhance the effectiveness and effectiveness of rail service. The investment will certainly also aid to offer staff training programmes for rail workers.
Chee also announced LTA’s plans to proceed with the West Coast Extension (WCE), that will extend the Jurong Region Line (JRL) to connect with the Circle Line (CCL) and Cross Island Line (CRL).
