A brand-new vehicular bridge linking Punggol Central to the Tampines Expressway (TPE) via Seletar Link officially opened to motorists on Sunday morning, 3 August, enhancing connectivity for residents in the fast-growing Punggol West region.
The six-lane structure, named Seletar South Link, was launched at 9am and serves as an alternative route for drivers heading to and from the TPE, bypassing the usual bottlenecks at Punggol Way and Punggol Road. This long-anticipated project was announced on Facebook by Senior Minister of State for Transport and National Development, Sun Xueling, who is also the Member of Parliament for Punggol GRC.
The opening of this new bridge is expected to reduce travel time for motorists, especially during peak periods. Sun highlighted that many Punggol residents—largely made up of young families—regularly face delays of up to 10 minutes just to access the expressway via existing routes.
A More Convenient and Safer Commute
Beyond easing vehicular traffic, the Seletar South Link features upgraded junctions and barrier-free paths, which integrate with the Punggol Park Connector network. This means not just motorists, but also pedestrians and cyclists will benefit from safer and more convenient access routes.
Minister Sun emphasised the importance of such infrastructure for Punggol, which continues to expand in both population and development. “With this new road, our residents here will be able to enjoy another option to enter as well as to leave Punggol,” she said, acknowledging the growing transportation needs of the estate.
The Seletar Link Flyover, which connects Seletar Link directly to the TPE, was opened in January 2024 and works in tandem with this latest development to manage future traffic demand.
Infrastructure That Supports Growth
Punggol is among the newer towns in Singapore that is rapidly transforming into a smart, green district. Projects such as the Punggol Digital District and enhanced residential offerings continue to attract more residents and businesses. Hence, the addition of the Seletar South Link comes at a critical time to ensure the area’s transport infrastructure keeps pace with its growth.
Residents are already reporting smoother drives and shorter waiting times during morning and evening rush hours, suggesting the bridge is fulfilling its purpose right from the start.
As Singapore continues to prioritise urban planning and liveability, such road enhancements play a pivotal role in boosting connectivity, reducing congestion, and supporting community development.
Motorists can now look forward to more efficient commutes in and out of Punggol, marking another step towards smarter urban mobility in the city-state.