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Esther Loi

Esther joined The Straits Times in 2023. She writes about developments in the land transport, aviation and maritime sectors, and how they impact the man in the street. With a keen interest in community issues, she hopes to tell stories that matter to readers.

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Wheelchair users flag potential loss of dedicated space on buses in ongoing trial

The Disabled People’s Association said that wheelchair users need the wheelchair bay to travel on buses – which is the only accessible and affordable way for them to get around.
The Disabled People’s Association said that wheelchair users need the wheelchair bay to travel on buses – which is the only accessible and affordable way for them to get around.

Commuters call for review of car ownership policies in transport master plan discussions

One proposal in the Land Transport Authority’s focus group involved merging Category A and Category B COEs.
One proposal in the Land Transport Authority’s focus group involved merging Category A and Category B COEs.

Cat A COE supply cut again from August to October, but overall quota up 0.2%

The Category B supply will rise by 6.2 per cent from August to October.
The Category B supply will rise by 6.2 per cent from August to October.

Why your wait for a bus in Singapore feels so long even when it is on time

Crowding and waiting times, air-con in trains among 3 areas for improvement on public transport: PTC

The Public Transport Council said it will continue to strengthen efforts to foster a more gracious commuting culture.
The Public Transport Council said it will continue to strengthen efforts to foster a more gracious commuting culture.

SMRT Buses wins contract to run 26 bus services in Eunos and Serangoon from June 2027

Under the new five-year contract, SMRT Buses will also manage Eunos, Serangoon and Woodleigh bus interchanges, as well as Sims Place Bus Terminal.
Under the new five-year contract, SMRT Buses will also manage Eunos, Serangoon and Woodleigh bus interchanges, as well as Sims Place Bus Terminal.

New office building at Changi Airport’s T3 with revamped coach station to be completed by 2028

The development is aimed at meeting the growing demand from airlines, airport partners and businesses looking to set up offices near the airport.
The development is aimed at meeting the growing demand from airlines, airport partners and businesses looking to set up offices near the airport.

More flights ahead: Changi Airport to plug gaps in flight network in Asia and beyond

At present, 85 per cent of flights operating at Changi Airport are to destinations in the Asia-Pacific.
At present, 85 per cent of flights operating at Changi Airport are to destinations in the Asia-Pacific.

Upcoming Woodlands Gateway to have major transport hub with retail, park and office spaces

The area (background) where the multi-modal transport hub will be built by JTC at Woodlands Gateway, pictured on July 7, 2026. In the foreground ground is where the Woodlands North RTS Station is currently undergoing construction.
The area (background) where the multi-modal transport hub will be built by JTC at Woodlands Gateway, pictured on July 7, 2026. In the foreground ground is where the Woodlands North RTS Station is currently undergoing construction.

Bus services in Tampines to be fully handed over to Go-Ahead Singapore on July 19

On July 19, Go-Ahead Singapore will take over 15 more services. They include services 4, 37, 47, 127 and 291.
On July 19, Go-Ahead Singapore will take over 15 more services. They include services 4, 37, 47, 127 and 291.

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