Woodlands Checkpoint extension works start in Q3, in move to ease congestion

The Woodlands Checkpoint will be redeveloped and extended over the next 10 to 15 years, with the first phase of construction works set to begin in the third quarter of 2025.

- Gabrielle Andres

This will serve as a long-term solution to the chronic congestion at the land crossing, the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) and the Singapore Land Authority (SLA) said in a joint statement on June 4.

The first phase of redevelopment will involve extending the Woodlands Checkpoint at the Old Woodlands Town Centre.

"This extension will comprise new automated clearance facilities for cargo vehicles, arriving cars and arriving motorcycles," the statement said.

The BKE will also be extended to create a direct route for vehicles exiting the checkpoint to access the expressway, so as to reduce traffic congestion on local roads during peak hours, it added.