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.
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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.
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.
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