SBS Transit

Circle Line posts biggest improvement in May as MRT reliability stays above 2 million train-km mark

The Circle Line showed the biggest improvement in reliability, followed by the North-South Line and the North East Line. The other two lines held steady.

Higher bus driver pay will not lead to increased fares; experts say move should ‘help at the margins’

From January 2027, the starting monthly salaries of new local bus drivers will be increased by $450, funded by the Government.

Starting pay of local bus drivers to rise by $450 from Jan 2027; average monthly pay could cross $4k

With the adjustments, new bus drivers stand to earn more than $4,000 from January 2027.

LTA assessing if bus operators need more support amid energy price hike

SBS Transit said its diesel and electricity costs increased by more than 80 per cent in March and April compared with February.

‘It was the right thing to do’: SBS bus driver finds and returns diamond ring worth $35,000

Mr Teo had discovered the ring near the rear door of his bus while conducting a routine inspection at the end of his shift.

MRT reliability in April hits highest level since Nov 2024; most lines improve except CCL, TEL

On average, MRT trains clocked 2.22 million train-km between delays lasting more than five minutes between May 2025 and April 2026.

Forum: Bus driver returned diamond ring

Bus, train services extended on eve of Hari Raya Haji, Vesak Day

Commuters can stay out later as selected train and bus services will be extended on May 26 and 30.

All 25 first-generation North East Line MRT trains refurbished for improved efficiency

The final upgraded train returned to passenger service in March 2026.

DTL, TEL to have shorter hours in next few months for tests ahead of new MRT stations opening

Commuters are encouraged to use existing bus services and other MRT lines to complete their journeys.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.