Update on Bukit Panjang LRT Upgrading Works

73 Mr Liang Eng Hwa asked the Acting Minister for Transport (a) whether the Ministry can provide an update on the progress of the Bukit Panjang LRT upgrading works; (b) when is the expected full completion of the LRT upgrade; and (c) what can residents of Bukit Panjang expect with the new upgraded LRT system.

Mr Jeffrey Siow: The Bukit Panjang Light Rail Transit (BPLRT) upgrading works, which began in 2018, is close to full completion. All 19 first generation Light Rail Vehicles have been replaced by new vehicles, and all 13 second-generation Light Rail Vehicles have also been upgraded. The signalling system, power supply system and the Operations Control Centre have also been fully upgraded. The final component of works is the replacement of the physical power rail, which is currently 50% completed and due to be done by end-2026.

With these upgrades to the BPLRT system, commuters will enjoy smoother, more comfortable and more reliable rides. We would like to thank residents and commuters for their patience and understanding over the years, while these works were being carried out.