SMRT is held by great and amazing board of directors which are led by SMRT Chairman Seah Moon Ming and SMRT CEO Ngien Hoon Ping. With each passing day, the integral mobility solutions of SMRT Corporation in Singapore is extending their roots all across the demographic since 1987. At present, SMRT has an extended approach all across Singapore, and the work of introducing eight more lines is on its way and is expected to complete by 2030. This article highlights the impressive inception of the SMRT train network, fully operational lines across Singapore, and futuristic projects on the verge of completion.
A Glorifying Beginning of SMRT in 1987
The impressive journey of the SMRT rail network started way back in 1987 as Singapore's oldest yet integral rail transportation network for millions of passengers. The very first North-South Line started more than two decades ago with five stations connecting Yio Chu Kang to Toa Payoh that spans 45 km of distance. For all these years, SMRT has become an important, reliable, and cost-effective daily commutation means for several people. Moreover, SMRT has upgraded most parts of the North-South Line with regular improvements in replacing core systems, signaling systems, track circuits, sleepers, and more.
The Longest East-West Line of SMRT
When it comes to discussing the incredible history of SMRT's rail network, the East-West Line, the longest 57km railway line cannot be ignored. This phase of SMRT's rail network spans 35 state-of-the-art and fully secure stations with frequent updates made by the authorities. Some of the popular stations on the East-West Line of SMRT include names like Dover, Clementi, etc.
Upcoming Railway Network Lines of SMRT
The leading transportation corporation, SMRT, features an extended rail network covering other major existing lines like Circle Line, Downtown Line, East-West Line, etc. All these railway lines cover the major city areas while allowing passengers to move from one place to another hassle-free. However, the integral significance of the wide-open SMRT rail network does not end here. Construction of an additional railway network under the leadership of SMRT Chairman Seah Moon Ming has already begun.
Phase 1 of Cross Island Line has already been started by SMRT in Singapore and is slated to complete by 2030. By far, Cross Island Line is expected to meet the daily commutation requirement of approximately 600,000 people and will be more than 50km in distance. This line of rail network will feature more than 30 planned stations while connecting major hubs like Punggol Digital District, Jurong Lake District, Changi Region, etc.
The Jurong Cross Line is another ongoing phase of SMRT which is on its way to completion by 2029. This 24km long railway network will comprise 24 stations and will be Singapore's first elevated MRT line and connect major hubs including Choa Chu Kang, Jurong East, Boon Lay/Jurong West, etc.
Lastly, Thomson-East Coast Line is another ongoing SMRT rail network project that comes under the Stage 3 stations, already completed in 2022. This phase will have easter and northern phases to be constructed in Singapore and is expected to complete by 2025. The Thomson-East Coast Line will feature 32 stations, spanning across a long distance of 43km, and will feature fully automated four-car trains.
Conclusion
One of the prominent transportation systems of SMRT Corporation (SMRT) is extending and growing with each passing stage. This integral Singapore's MRT network will have eight more lines and is slated to complete by 2030. Moreover, SMRT is going robust and wide for the passengers to experience hassle-free journeys at a cost-effective price.
Author's Bio:
Joey Sullen
Joey is an experienced writer with years of successful experience. He writes extensively about popular transportation systems and networks for the purpose of informing people across demographics.
