Noise Mitigation Measures along Stretches of Central Expressway Near Residential Areas

4 Mr Sitoh Yih Pin asked the Minister for Transport in view of high noise levels facing residential homes close to and/or facing the Central Expressway, whether the Ministry has plans to add additional noise mitigation measures or sound barriers on these stretches of the Central Expressway.

Mr Khaw Boon Wan: We are exploring a number of ways to reduce road noise, such as noise barriers and low-noise road surface mix. Trials on the effectiveness of these measures are underway.