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Jul 3, 2010
Two to three minutes - the highest frequency MRT trains can achieve
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WE THANK Mr Chia Ser Huei ('SMRT reply does not address commuters' concerns') and Mr Chong Kwek Yan ('Matter of choice?') for their feedback on train services on Tuesday.
Train ridership has grown significantly over the last few years and we acknowledge that our trains are crowded, especially during peak hours.
=> Look at the overcrowded condition even during non-peak hours cos the trains arrive at close to 10 min intervals. Surely this could be avoided. Any more doubt that the Msian FTrash CEO is bent on keeping the trains overcrowded to fatten her own bonus???
We consistently review our operations and monitor ridership growth. Since 2008, we have introduced an additional 1,110 train trips weekly. In a recent service enhancement, 150 train trips were added weekly to shorten waiting times for commuters using northbound services on weekday mornings, from the city to the heartland on weekday evenings, and over weekends.
During peak periods at our busiest sectors, trains are already running at two to three minutes.
This is the highest frequency our network can maintain given the system's design. At this frequency, train loads range from 1,200 to 1,450 passengers. This averages 3.8 passengers per sq m, lower than that of metros in major cities like London, Shanghai and Tokyo, where it is five to eight passengers per sq m.
=> Ah, donch want to compare with HK and Daiwan this time. Even choose to compare with 'third-world' China. Btw, how expensive are cars in these countries?
At Choa Chu Kang, Bukit Batok, Bedok and Eunos stations, between 7.30am and
8am, train loads range from 850 to 1,350 passengers, which is within peak range.
Where possible, we have introduced trains from selected stretches to ease passenger load, for instance, southbound trains originating from Yishun. It has also been observed that passengers familiar with the train schedules choose to wait for a less crowded train, which would allow them to board comfortably.
We acknowledge the need for further improvements. In areas like Jurong East, where crowdedness is a problem due to constraints of the system's design, the average train frequency is 3.5 minutes.
=> When the FAPee Sell Country Thieves import FTrash like there is no tomorrow, have they taken into consideration such constraint? Or they are more concerned in leeplacing Sporns as fast as the Old Fart mandated?
In view of this, the Land Transport Authority is undertaking infrastructural works at Jurong East station, including the construction of an additional station platform and railway track, to be completed next year.
Together with 22 new trains that will be put into service progressively from next year, SMRT will be able to add more train trips and further reduce waiting times.
We are aware of crowding in our trains and will continue to take measures to resolve the issue, while ensuring our network operates at an optimal level without compromising on a safe, efficient journey. At the same time, we seek commuters' cooperation to move to the centre of the train car wherever possible to allow easier access for other passengers.
Bernadette Low (Ms)
Manager, Corporate Marketing and Communications
SMRT Corporation
Two to three minutes - the highest frequency MRT trains can achieve
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WE THANK Mr Chia Ser Huei ('SMRT reply does not address commuters' concerns') and Mr Chong Kwek Yan ('Matter of choice?') for their feedback on train services on Tuesday.
Train ridership has grown significantly over the last few years and we acknowledge that our trains are crowded, especially during peak hours.
=> Look at the overcrowded condition even during non-peak hours cos the trains arrive at close to 10 min intervals. Surely this could be avoided. Any more doubt that the Msian FTrash CEO is bent on keeping the trains overcrowded to fatten her own bonus???
We consistently review our operations and monitor ridership growth. Since 2008, we have introduced an additional 1,110 train trips weekly. In a recent service enhancement, 150 train trips were added weekly to shorten waiting times for commuters using northbound services on weekday mornings, from the city to the heartland on weekday evenings, and over weekends.
During peak periods at our busiest sectors, trains are already running at two to three minutes.
This is the highest frequency our network can maintain given the system's design. At this frequency, train loads range from 1,200 to 1,450 passengers. This averages 3.8 passengers per sq m, lower than that of metros in major cities like London, Shanghai and Tokyo, where it is five to eight passengers per sq m.
=> Ah, donch want to compare with HK and Daiwan this time. Even choose to compare with 'third-world' China. Btw, how expensive are cars in these countries?
At Choa Chu Kang, Bukit Batok, Bedok and Eunos stations, between 7.30am and
8am, train loads range from 850 to 1,350 passengers, which is within peak range.
Where possible, we have introduced trains from selected stretches to ease passenger load, for instance, southbound trains originating from Yishun. It has also been observed that passengers familiar with the train schedules choose to wait for a less crowded train, which would allow them to board comfortably.
We acknowledge the need for further improvements. In areas like Jurong East, where crowdedness is a problem due to constraints of the system's design, the average train frequency is 3.5 minutes.
=> When the FAPee Sell Country Thieves import FTrash like there is no tomorrow, have they taken into consideration such constraint? Or they are more concerned in leeplacing Sporns as fast as the Old Fart mandated?
In view of this, the Land Transport Authority is undertaking infrastructural works at Jurong East station, including the construction of an additional station platform and railway track, to be completed next year.
Together with 22 new trains that will be put into service progressively from next year, SMRT will be able to add more train trips and further reduce waiting times.
We are aware of crowding in our trains and will continue to take measures to resolve the issue, while ensuring our network operates at an optimal level without compromising on a safe, efficient journey. At the same time, we seek commuters' cooperation to move to the centre of the train car wherever possible to allow easier access for other passengers.
Bernadette Low (Ms)
Manager, Corporate Marketing and Communications
SMRT Corporation
