Thomson‑East Coast Line Phase Three: Official Hand‑over & What’s Next
The Land Transport Authority (LTA) just dropped the official curtain on Phase Three of the Thomson‑East Coast Line (TEL) on Facebook, announcing that all civil and structural work has wrapped up, and the systems integration and testing are complete.
Now We’re Testing the Seats
- SMRT has taken the baton and will run operational tests over the next few months.
- All 11 of the 13 stations in this stretch are primed and ready for a full launch before the year ends.
Commuters Get a Direct Shot
With Phase Three going live, people in Woodlands and Upper Thomson can hop on a direct line straight to places like Great World and Marina Bay Sands—no more detours or juggling.
More Than 180,000 Homes Within Reach
LTA’s numbers say that when the TEL fully opens, 180,000 households will be able to walk under ten minutes to a station. That’s a huge boost for daily commuters and a solid tick toward urban connectivity.
Mount Pleasant & Marina South: The Final Two
Two stations—Mount Pleasant and Marina South—are taking their cue from the surrounding developments. They’ll open once the surrounding projects are wrapped up, so stay tuned.
Why This Matters
Think of it this way: it’s not just about a new train line. It’s about cutting travel time, easing traffic jams, and bringing the city’s heartbeat right to your doorstep. For the 180k households, that’s literally a short stroll to the future.
Cheers to LTA and SMRT for keeping the promises. Let the trains roll, commuters!
