Johor Bahru:Passenger service for the Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link is slated to begin in February 2027, with all system tests and trial runs projected to be completed by December 31 of this year.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, RTS Operations Pte Ltd (RTSO) stated that the timeline considers the expected duration for remaining construction works, as well as the time needed for third-party safety certification and necessary approvals from both Malaysia and Singapore.

The RTS Link is a significant bilateral project, designed to connect Bukit Chagar in Johor Bahru with Woodlands North in Singapore. Once operational, the service is expected to accommodate up to 10,000 passengers per hour in each direction, with the journey between the two stations taking approximately five minutes.

Co-located Customs, Immigration and Quarantine (CIQ) facilities will be available at both Bukit Chagar and Woodlands North stations, enabling passengers to clear immigration at their departure point.

RTSO highlighted that the RTS Link will enhance cross-border connectivity and facilitate daily travel between Johor Bahru and Singapore. The project is also anticipated to strengthen interpersonal ties and create shared economic and social benefits for both nations.