SINGAPORE: Construction of the new Brickland MRT station on the North–South Line is slated to begin in the first half of 2026, with passenger services expected to commence in 2034, the Land Transport Authority (LTA) announced on Tuesday (Dec 30).
LTA said it has awarded a S$281 million civil contract to Obayashi Corporation for the design and construction of the station—also known as NS3A—and a supporting viaduct. The authority cited Obayashi’s strong track record in delivering major infrastructure projects locally and overseas, including its current involvement in Cross Island Line Phase 2 works such as Turf City MRT station and its tunnels.
NS3A station will be located between Choa Chu Kang and Bukit Gombak MRT stations. While construction was previously expected to start in 2024, LTA clarified that preliminary works, including utility diversions, began in March 2024. The main civil works under the newly awarded contract will start in 2026, with completion targeted for 2034.
Once operational, the station will serve residents in Keat Hong estate, Bukit Batok West, Pavilion Park estate and Tengah town’s Brickland district. It will also improve rail access for nearby schools, including ITE College West, Swiss Cottage Secondary School and St Anthony’s Primary School.
NS3A will be the third MRT station built on an existing elevated rail line, following Canberra station on the North–South Line and Dover station on the East–West Line. LTA noted that the project involves complex engineering works, such as constructing a new viaduct to allow staged diversion of train services, modifying existing rail infrastructure, and installing new crossover tracks and a siding.
To ensure safety and minimise disruption, some works will be carried out at night after train service hours, and temporary protective enclosures will be installed over parts of the tracks. LTA said it will continue to engage residents and stakeholders throughout the construction period and provide regular updates.
The authority thanked commuters and residents for their patience as it expands Singapore’s rail network.