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92 SMRT trains to be upgraded by mid-2030s with new systems to reduce breakdowns, improve rides

The refurbished C151B train with new livery, as seen during a media preview at SMRT Bishan Depot on Dec 18, 2025. ST PHOTO: KEVIN LIM vctrain18
The refurbished C151B train with new livery, as seen during a media preview at SMRT Bishan Depot on Dec 18, 2025. ST PHOTO: KEVIN LIM vctrain18

MRT reliability edges up in Oct; LTA starts publishing punctuality, passenger impact data for TEL

Overall rail reliability in Singapore posted a slight improvement in October after dipping over the previous two months.
Overall rail reliability in Singapore posted a slight improvement in October after dipping over the previous two months.

New webpage showing MRT, LRT delays in real time to be launched on Dec 13

The webpage will consolidate information on lines operated by both rail operators SMRT and SBS Transit, and provide live information during disruptions.
The webpage will consolidate information on lines operated by both rail operators SMRT and SBS Transit, and provide live information during disruptions.

Smooth resumption of MRT service on EWL after track works; easy navigation at Tanah Merah station

Minimal confusion among passengers was observed at Tanah Merah MRT station, where the station layout has changed.
Minimal confusion among passengers was observed at Tanah Merah MRT station, where the station layout has changed.

MRT passengers say info on minor delays will reach them too late with new ‘localised’ alerts

A train staff looking on, and commuters waiting for a train at Kallang MRT station, at 8.39pm, after the announcement of a train fault which had occured, on Dec 2, 2025.
A train staff looking on, and commuters waiting for a train at Kallang MRT station, at 8.39pm, after the announcement of a train fault which had occured, on Dec 2, 2025.

Passengers at Kembangan, Bedok face longer waits for MRT trains as EWL track work enters last stage

Live testing of trains and other systems is being done on newly installed tracks, said LTA.
Live testing of trains and other systems is being done on newly installed tracks, said LTA.

News analysis

Timely information is critical to prevent confusion when MRT services are down

What caught many by surprise during the Dec 2 East-West Line delay was the silence from rail operator SMRT on its official channels.
What caught many by surprise during the Dec 2 East-West Line delay was the silence from rail operator SMRT on its official channels.

Rail operators to prioritise alerting commuters at affected stations for minor MRT delays: LTA

An SMRT employee directing people at Paya Lebar station on Dec 2.
An SMRT employee directing people at Paya Lebar station on Dec 2.

Passengers left confused after East-West Line delay due to track fault on Dec 2

Amid the track fault that occurred before 8pm on Dec 2, passengers were left confused after being directed to trains that ran in opposite directions to their designated platforms.
Amid the track fault that occurred before 8pm on Dec 2, passengers were left confused after being directed to trains that ran in opposite directions to their designated platforms.

askST

Circle Line MRT service adjustments in early 2026: What you need to know

About 480,000 passengers are expected to be affected daily.
About 480,000 passengers are expected to be affected daily.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2025 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.