Infrastructure news in Bandar Penawar

1. SMRT inspects all tunnel doors after metal fell on track in 2025

   1 day ago The Straits Times Expo and Changi Airport stations, Singapore 34.7 km

   SMRT has completed inspections of all cross-passage doors in its tunnels after a metal layer fell onto the track between Expo and Changi Airport stations in September 2025. The Transport Safety Investigation Bureau's report found the cladding was not secured properly and SMRT was unaware of wind load requirements. SMRT is working with the LTA on renewal works for the doors.

2. Sungai Johor Bridge safe to use, drifting ship removed

   2 days ago Utusan Jambatan Sungai Johor di Telok Sengat 28.4 km

   The Sungai Johor Bridge in Telok Sengat, Kota Tinggi, has been declared safe for use after a drifting vessel that struck the bridge was fully removed. The highway operator SDEB confirmed the structure is safe and all lanes are open to traffic.