CHANGI COMPLEX (Re-routing of Bus Service No. 1)

Mr Teo Chong Tee asked the Minister for National Development and Communications whether he will request the Singapore Bus Service Limited to consider re-routing Service No. 1 to the junction of Pier Road and Netheravon Road before arriving at the terminus at Upper Changi Road, for the convenience of students and club members going to the Junior Sailing Club.

Mr Lim Kim San: Mr Speaker, Sir, the junction of Pier Road and Netheravon Road is presently served by two feeder services, Nos. 210 and 213. These services operate with a combined frequency of 15 to 20 minutes during peak periods.

Unfortunately, the roads within the Changi Complex are narrow and are not suitable for the 39-foot long buses deployed on Service No. 1. If this service is re-routed, one more bus with an annual recurrent cost of $90,000 will have to be added to maintain the existing frequency. The additional capacity provided will be greatly in excess of peak demand.

It is therefore not feasible to re-route Service No. 1. However, if the demand justifies it, additional buses will be put on Service Nos. 210 and 213.