Construction works on four MRT stations on the JRL will start in the second quarter of this year, said LTA on Tues. Two of the stations, tentatively named Jurong Hill and Jurong Pier, are in JTC industrial area. The other two stations are Nanyang Gateway and Nanyang Crescent, both located in NTU area. The four stations are expected to be completed by 2029. Two civil contracts were awarded for the construction of the stations and viaducts at a combined value of S$526 million. The first contract, for the design and construction of Jurong Hill and Jurong Pier stations, was awarded to a JV between China Civil Engg Construction and local company SCB. The S$263 million contract also includes the construction of a 1.1km viaduct between the two stations. The second contract, also valued at S$263 million, was awarded to Hwa Seng Builder. It includes the design and construction of Nanyang Gateway and Nanyang Crescent stations and a 1.4km viaduct between the stations. The 24km-long line was originally scheduled to start operations in 2026, but this could be delayed due to “COVID-19-induced factors”.... Continue Reading