Singapore Northeast Line, Singapore
Key Data:
Operator
SBS Transit
Route length
20km, all in tunnel
Track gauge
1,435mm
Number of stations
16
Extensions planned
None
Power supply
1,500V DC overhead
Train builder
Alstom
Number of trainsets
25 (six cars)
Top speed
90km/h
Type of operation
Automatic, unmanned
Number of seats/train
298
Total capacity/train
1,920
Key characteristics:
Worlds first fully automatic metro
Major improvement to Singapore public transport
Trains have worlds highest passenger capacity
Extensive safety precautions taken
Similar upgrade of existing MRT line considered
