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SMRT's rail revenue up 5.6%; profit after tax almost doubles

SMRT attributed the increase in revenue largely to higher ridership and fares.

Buggy rides to departure gates among concierge services for SIA premium passengers in phased trial

First-class and suite passengers can experience fast-tracked security screening and buggy rides, while being escorted by a personal concierge.

SMRT teams up with Chinese rail operator for joint bid to operate Cross Island Line

SMRT Trains’ deputy head of engineering Reuben Lim showcasing how a commuter analysis feature can inform crowd control measures and train scheduling.

Cat A COE premium eases 1.7% to $123,890; Cat B price stays flat

The price of a Category B COE, used to register larger, more powerful cars and EVs, was $129,910.

Bus arrival timing system vendor penalised for three of four disruptions between January and July

The disruptions to the system led to inaccurate bus arrival timings and longer wait times being displayed at bus stops and in apps such as LTA’s MyTransport.SG.

Facial recognition fare payment trial at Punggol Coast MRT station for selected public officers

Participants can enter and exit the station through a modified gantry using facial scan, provided their facial profiles are linked to their SimplyGo cards.

Autonomous wheelchairs available at Changi Airport for transfer passengers with walking difficulties

The wheelchairs are an option for those travelling on airlines that operate from Terminals 2 and 3 and are using SATS baggage handling services.

3 personal mobility devices impounded in Yishun for flouting rules

LTA enforcement officers speaking to a PMD user during the enforcement checks in Northpoint City in Yishun on Aug 3.

Roadside parking payment via OBU now under way for 1,000 trial users

Tapping the touchscreen display of the vehicle on-board unit will start the parking session.

All existing MRT lines to have system to detect overheating train axle boxes by 2028

The axle box was at the centre of a major six-day rail disruption on the East-West Line in September 2024.

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