LTA awards $562m contract for MRT station, tunnels; extension to benefit over 40,000 households

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SINGAPORE - The Land Transport Authority has awarded its final civil contract, worth $562 million, for the Cross Island Line-Punggol Extension.

CES_SDC was involved in the construction of the Marina South station for the Thomson-East Coast Line, and is currently part of the construction of two stations along the Jurong Region Line. It added that contractors would monitor the works closely to ensure they are carried out safely, with minimal impact to stakeholders.

“It will provide better rail connectivity and greater accessibility for those living in eastern areas such as Pasir Ris and Tampines North, as well as north-eastern areas such as Punggol and Sengkang,” said LTA, adding that more than 40,000 households are expected to benefit from the extension.

 

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So Hougang and Kovan MRT area will see a huge rise in property prices, benefitting 562 million.

RM1.8 million for one station (40 m depth & 5 egresses) and 1.4 km tunnels ie RM1.3 mil per km. Cheap....

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