Cross Island Line
Mass Rapid Transit line under construction in Singapore
Cross Island Line
The Cross Island Line (CRL) is a high-capacity Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) line currently under construction in Singapore. It will run in an east–west direction across the planning areas of Changi to Pioneer, passing through Pasir Ris, Hougang, Serangoon, Ang Mo Kio, Bukit Timah, Clementi, Jurong East and Boon Lay. From Pasir Ris, a branch of the line will extend to Punggol. Once fully operational, the 67-kilometre (42 mi) line will replace the East–West Line (EWL) as the longest line on the MRT network, serving approximately 26 stations. It will utilise the CRRC Qingdao Sifang CR151 electric multiple unit (EMU), running in a six-car formation. However, to cater to future demand, stations on the line will be built to accommodate eight-car trains. Plans for the CRL were first announced in 2013. It is envisioned to serve various key hubs including the Jurong Lake District and the Punggol Digital District, offering an alternative east–west connection to alleviate passenger load on the EWL. Shortly...
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