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In Singapore, the North East Line (NEL) power supply system will undergo significant upgrades starting in 2026, as recommended by a task force focused on rail reliability. The enhancements include increasing the capacity of the power intake at the Sengkang depot and adding traction power substations.

The task force, formed after a series of rail disruptions, advises prioritizing the renewal of core systems such as trains, signaling, and power. Recommendations also encompass improved service recovery, spare-part management, and standardized monitoring of rail systems.

The initiative aims to bolster the reliability of both the NEL and Sengkang-Punggol LRT, which are managed by SBS Transit. Additional measures include quicker access to coupling levers and brake isolation valves to streamline maintenance operations.