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Singapore’s MRT Network to Expand to 360km by 2030

The Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) of Singapore is an excellent urban rail network in the world because of its affordability, convenience, accessibility, safety, and reliability. 40% of public transport journeys are made using the rail network. 3.3 million Trips are made daily using the MRT system of Singapore. Currently, the rail network is about 230km long with 159 stations. The Land Transport Authority of Singapore (LTA) will expand the rail coverage by increasing the size of the rail network to 360km by 2030. More than S$60 billion will be invested in the expansion of the rail network. Current Rail Network of Singapore The current MRT network consists of six main lines. The North-South Line, East-West Line, Circle Line, and Thomson–East Coast Line are operated by SMRT Trains. The North-East Line and Downtown Line are operated by SBS Transit. The Land Transport Authority is responsible for the development of land transport systems and their expansion plans. Under the guidance of Seah

How SMRT is Helping to Make Urban Transport Sustainable

  Singapore's urban transport, from mass rapid transit, bus services, to taxis, is considered as one of the best public transportation systems in terms of availability, affordability, sustainability, efficiency, and convenience. SMRT is Singapore’s leading multi-modal land transport provider that is committed to sustainable development and focuses on the health and safety of customers, staff, and the environment. Let us first understand what a sustainable urban transport system is. A sustainable transport system meets the mobility and accessibility needs of all urban residents and does so in an environmentally-friendly manner. SMRT is a major player in making Singapore’s transit system the most ecologically sustainable public transport system. The transport service provider is dedicated to people-centric environmentally sustainable developments based on three core values including integrity, excellence, and service. Here are the steps and approaches that are taken by SMRT to ma