If you are commuting through Geylang Bahru MRT station on the Downtown Line (DTL), you might notice murals at distinct areas in the station that features nostalgic traditional childhood games like the Wau Bulan (moon kite) and Gasing (spinning top).
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SBS Transit Has Launched Travel Buddy Programme for Persons with Disabilities
A new travel buddy programme for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) was launched on Monday (Dec 19) by public transport operator SBS Transit.
More Accessible & Inclusive Features on the Thomson-East Coast Line
Commuters travelling on the Thomson-East Coast Line (TEL) can look forward to benefitting and utilising more accessible and inclusive features when the third stage of the line (TEL3) begins passenger service on Nov 13.
Novena MRT Station Crew Praised by Netizens for Exemplary Service
On Monday (Dec 13), the passenger lift between the concourse and platform level at Novena MRT station went out of service, leaving elderly commuters stranded at the train platform.
Thomson-East Coast Line Stations Are Inclusive, Catering to Passenger’s Needs
With Thomson-East Coast Line 2 opening really soon, it is useful to be aware of the many inclusive features available on the network!
These inclusive features can benefit the elderly, commuters with disabilities and families when travelling on the Thomson-East Coast Line.
SMRT Implements Handy Lift Availability Feature to Mobile App
Commuters can look forward to receiving real-time information on lift availability at SMRT train stations through the rail operator’s mobile app. This serves as an additional way for commuters to receive official information about lift availability at MRT stations, in addition to the MyTransport.SG mobile app by the Land Transport Authority (LTA). Useful Feature for READ MORE »
‘May I Have a Seat Please?’ Initiative Beneficial for Commuters With Invisible Medical Conditions
The ‘May I have a seat, please?’ initiative began as a pilot programme by the Land Transport Authority (LTA) through the Caring SG Commuters national movement in October 2019, to alert commuters about fellow passengers with invisible medical conditions who may require a seat while on public transport.
Guide Dog knows which station to alight at?
Guide dogs are service animals which are trained to lead the blind or visually impaired around obstacles. They are allowed on Singapore’s public transport, with full support given by the Government of Singapore. One such guide dog is even accustomed to our MRT network! Assisting its owner on the MRT In a Facebook post via READ MORE »
Dialect-friendly Announcements at Chinatown
Safety Announcements for escalators are not a new occurrence in the rail network. Implemented at escalators with higher commuter traffic, these announcements are conventionally broadcasted multilingually in English, Mandarin, Malay and Tamil.
Fun Fact Friday: Barrier-free Train Network
Did you know that Singapore’s train network is barrier-free? Network-wide Barrier-free Access All 159 MRT and LRT stations in Singapore have barrier-free access routes from a station entrance to the platform. This is made possible with lifts, ramps and a tactile guidance system. Wide fare gates are also installed for the elderly and disabled to READ MORE »