A proof of concept trial featuring the latest reliability-centred capabilities will be carried out on a 5th-gen C151B train operating on the North-South and East-West MRT lines (NSEWL).
Author: Mark Loh
East-West Line: No train services between Tanah Merah and Tampines from Dec 7–10, 2024
There will be no train services between Tanah Merah (EW4), Simei (EW3), and Tampines (EW2) stations on the East-West Line (EWL) from Dec 7 to Dec 10 for track works to connect the existing MRT line with the new East Coast Integrated Depot (ECID).
Bukit Panjang LRT to end earlier every Thursday to Sunday from Nov 14, 2024, to Oct 31, 2025
Train services on the Bukit Panjang LRT will end one hour earlier at 10:30pm every Thursday to Sunday, from Nov 14, 2024, to Oct 31, 2025, except on public holidays.
Train Services Extended on Eve of Deepavali 2024
The operating hours for several train lines and bus services will be extended for the eve of Deepavali on Oct 30, 2024.
Punggol Coast MRT station to open on Dec 10, 2024; will become new terminus for North East Line
The new Punggol Coast (NE18) station on the North East Line (NEL) will open for passenger service on Dec 10 at 3pm, the Land Transport Authority (LTA) said on Thursday (Oct 10).
East-West Line to fully resume services on Oct 1, 2024
Train services on the East-West Line (EWL) will fully resume services on Tuesday (Oct 1) from the start of passenger service hours, about a week after a faulty MRT train caused severe damage to the track and trackside equipment.
East-West Line disruption to continue on Sep 30, 2024; Jurong East to Buona Vista section remains closed
Commuters intending to travel between Jurong East (EW24) and Buona Vista (EW21) stations on the East-West Line (EWL) will need to seek alternate modes of transport as regular train services will not resume on Monday (Sep 30) following the major train disruption.
Sengkang LRT station platform enhancements begin operations; new stopping positions for LRT trains
From Sunday (Sep 29), residents of Sengkang can look forward to quicker boarding and alighting at Sengkang (STC) station on the Sengkang LRT as platform enhancements for both East and West loops have commenced operations.
East-West Line recovery works progressing well; functional & safety tests scheduled for Sunday
Significant progress has been made in the recovery and replacement of damaged rails and trackside equipment following the major train disruption on the East-West Line (EWL).
East-West Line disruption to continue into 2nd day; no train services between Jurong East & Buona Vista
A major train disruption on the East-West Line (EWL) between Jurong East (EW24) and Buona Vista (EW21) stations that started on Wednesday (Sep 25) morning will continue for a second day on Thursday, said rail operator SMRT.