World · Singapore Bureau
Bukit Panjang LRT upgrade on track for end-2026 completion
Singapore's Land Transport Authority said upgrade works on the Bukit Panjang LRT line are progressing well, with power rail replacement 98% complete. The improvements are already yielding reliability gains across the network.
LSN Singapore ·
The Land Transport Authority (LTA) has signalled that upgrades to the Bukit Panjang LRT line remain on schedule for completion by the end of 2026, with critical power rail replacement work nearly finished.
According to the LTA, power rail replacement has reached 98% completion as part of the broader upgrade programme. The authority said the enhancement works have already begun delivering tangible benefits, with improved reliability indicators recorded across the network.
The Bukit Panjang LRT line, which serves residents in the western part of Singapore, has been undergoing systematic modernisation to enhance service quality and operational efficiency. The upgrades form part of the transport authority's ongoing efforts to maintain and improve the reliability of the rail system.
Once completed, the enhancements are expected to further strengthen the line's performance metrics and ensure consistent service for commuters. The LTA said it remains committed to delivering the upgrade project within the stipulated timeline.