SINGAPORE: Construction work for the Tuas West
extension of the East-West MRT line commenced
Friday.
Minister for Transport Lui Tuck Yew officiated at
the groundbreaking ceremony at the future Tuas link station on
Friday morning.
The extension from Joo Koon station will see the
construction of four stations -- Gul Circle, Tuas Crescent, Tuas
West and Tuas link -- as well as a 26-hectare depot.
When completed in 2016, the extension will boost connectivity to
the Tuas area, serving more than 100,000 commuters daily.
Mr Lui said the four stations are located close to many offices and
factories to help cut travelling time by up to 35 minutes.
- CNA/wk