Transit system linking Pulau Brani and mainland S’pore under study

The Sentosa Development Corporation (SDC) is exploring a new people-mover system that will run between Pulau Brani and mainland Singapore.

- Esther Loi

A people-mover system refers to a transit system, such as the Sentosa Express monorail service that links VivoCity shopping complex with the resort island.

Based on tender documents published on government procurement portal GeBiz on Oct 24, SDC is seeking consultancy services to conduct a feasibility study for the “conceptual planning” of a people-mover system along a new bridge, Keppel Link, that will connect mainland Singapore and the west of Pulau Brani.

In response to queries from The Straits Times, SDC said on Nov 17 that it will be exploring “innovative transportation solutions” to improve accessibility and visitors’ experience as part of efforts to enhance connectivity under the Greater Sentosa Master Plan.

Previously known as the Sentosa-Brani Master Plan, announced in 2019, the plan involves redeveloping Sentosa and Pulau Brani into a tourist destination over the next two to three decades.

The Brani Terminal, run by port operator PSA, makes up a large part of Pulau Brani. It will fully relocate to the new Tuas megaport by 2027.

The island also houses the Police Coast Guard’s headquarters.