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01-01-2016, 09:05 PM
SINGAPORE - As early as 2018, commuters will have up to 15 per cent more space at 17 stations on the North-South and East-West MRTlines. This will benefit executive condo residents such as those from Skypark Residences, Signature At Yishun EC, The Visionaire EC , The Criterion EC, Brownstone EC and Parc Life EC which are located near stations along the North South Line.
The Land Transport Authority said on Monday that station platforms will be expanded via a number of ways, including covering some existing voids (such as those around stairs and escalators) and reorganising station furniture.
LTA chief executive Chew Men Leong said: "Besides managing crowding at the platforms during peak hours, we are also looking to enhance our older MRT stations by creating up to 15 per cent additional space at some of the stations to make public transport a more pleasant experience for all commuters.
"This is part of the overall rejuvenation of our rail network."
Platform voids at 11 stations will be covered over to create more standing space, while space at the other six stations will be freed up by repositioning seats at the platforms. In addition, more seats will be provided for commuters waiting for trains.
Works are expected to commence in mid-2016, with the majority being carried out during non-service hours to minimise inconvenience to commuters.
The Land Transport Authority said on Monday that station platforms will be expanded via a number of ways, including covering some existing voids (such as those around stairs and escalators) and reorganising station furniture.
LTA chief executive Chew Men Leong said: "Besides managing crowding at the platforms during peak hours, we are also looking to enhance our older MRT stations by creating up to 15 per cent additional space at some of the stations to make public transport a more pleasant experience for all commuters.
"This is part of the overall rejuvenation of our rail network."
Platform voids at 11 stations will be covered over to create more standing space, while space at the other six stations will be freed up by repositioning seats at the platforms. In addition, more seats will be provided for commuters waiting for trains.
Works are expected to commence in mid-2016, with the majority being carried out during non-service hours to minimise inconvenience to commuters.