Press Release (Oct 2007 - Dec 2007)
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$1.30 is still quite reasonable with the distance
But it should be a basic service instead since the 2 estates does not have buses serving inside -
With just 5 stops and $1.30, this is a very good express service from Springleaf to YCK!!! But too bad no transfer rebate for those moving on to MRT.
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Cos SMRT is not allowed to create new basic services in SBST areas, the teachers estate and lentor premium were created out of this terriotrial rule. TIBS probably got granted/requested by the government to operate 825 then, so its another issue.Originally posted by ^tamago^:With just 5 stops and $1.30, this is a very good express service from Springleaf to YCK!!! But too bad no transfer rebate for those moving on to MRT. -
Springleaf should more like under SMRT areaOriginally posted by Scania:Cos SMRT is not allowed to create new basic services in SBST areas, the teachers estate and lentor premium were created out of this terriotrial rule. TIBS probably got granted/requested by the government to operate 825 then, so its another issue. -
I think its like this, anything North of SLE is SMRT area, south of SLE, its SBST, since it involves YCK, they cannot have it as a basic service.Originally posted by sbst275:Springleaf should more like under SMRT area -
Springleaf is north of SLE!
And practically, the estate is served by 3 existing SMRTB svcs and only 1 SBST service.
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Hmm
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I was thinking, why don't SMRT start its services at AMK or Yishun instead, looping at Nee Soon Road or Springleaf or Springside. Call that 169WOriginally posted by sbst275:Hmm
Then 825 should be given to SBS since it's basic svs.
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825 went Springleaf before....probably SBS dint want to operate 825 after 825 got cut, so government no choice, let TIBS continue running, until SMRT came and changed the PA Lance fleet into Toyota Coasters.Originally posted by sbst275:Hmm
Then 825 should be given to SBS since it's basic svs -
Yah, but YCK Terminal is in SBST's territory.Originally posted by ^tamago^:Springleaf is north of SLE!
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Maybe they just left it alone since it's route admendmentsOriginally posted by Scania:825 went Springleaf before....probably SBS dint want to operate 825 after 825 got cut, so government no choice, let TIBS continue running, until SMRT came and changed the PA Lance fleet into Toyota Coasters. -
SBS Transit: Temporary Road Closure
Poster
Event: Celebrate Christmas In Singapore
Date: Tuesday, 25 December 2007
Time: 1 pm to 1 am (Next Day)
Services affected: 7, 14, 16, 36, 65, 111, 123, 124, 143, 162, 174, 175, 502, 518, 551, 575. 576, 577, 578, 579, 580 and 581 -
Service 900A route amendment with 2 more stops for Innova Primary with effect from 2/1/08. Press Release not out on websites but they are putting the notice along all the 900(A) bus stops
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Extn of CityShopper Op Hrs
http://www.sbstransit.com.sg/press/2007-12-21-02-S.aspx
Extn of NEL/ LRT & Bus Svs
http://www.sbstransit.com.sg/press/2007-12-21-01-S.aspx
Diversion at Boon Lay Place
http://www.sbstransit.com.sg/press/2007-12-21-03-S.aspx -
Additional bus stops for Bus Service 900A w.e.f 2 Jan 08 (Wednesday)Originally posted by TIB1049L:Service 900A route amendment with 2 more stops for Innova Primary with effect from 2/1/08. Press Release not out on websites but they are putting the notice along all the 900(A) bus stops -
New bus service for private estate residents in Yio Chu KangOriginally posted by kitoshizc:Launch of Shuttle Service to Springside & Springleaf Estates
http://www.smrt.com.sg/news/2007/Springside_Springleaf_Estates_Services.pdf
By Hasnita A Majid, Channel NewsAsia
SINGAPORE : A shuttle bus service has been launched on Tuesday to ferry residents living in private estates at Springside and Springleaf in Yio Chu Kang to the nearest MRT station and bus interchange.
The move came after feedback from residents about the lack of transport in the area.
MP for Ang Mo Kio GRC Lee Bee Wah, who approached SMRT to provide the service, joined residents in taking the first ride on Tuesday.
The shuttle, which runs every 20 minutes during peak periods and at 35-minutes intervals during non-peak periods, costs $1.30 per ride.
The shuttle service will not run on weekends and public holidays.
The service is on trial for three months, after which SMRT will decide if it's feasible to continue the service.
"I would think, initially, it'll be at a loss. We hope that residents who requested for this bus will come forward and use this bus service. SMRT has told me that as long as they breakeven, they will continue to provide this service... So hopefully at the end of 3 months, there'll be sufficient riders to breakeven," said MP Lee. - CNA -
PTC have initially rejected the proposal of this bus service, cos accordingly to their standard/rules, the minimum fare should be S$2.00/trip. So when SMRT ask for S$1.30/trip, PTC rejected it.Originally posted by brotherchen1982:New bus service for private estate residents in Yio Chu Kang
By Hasnita A Majid, Channel NewsAsia
SINGAPORE : A shuttle bus service has been launched on Tuesday to ferry residents living in private estates at Springside and Springleaf in Yio Chu Kang to the nearest MRT station and bus interchange.
The move came after feedback from residents about the lack of transport in the area.
MP for Ang Mo Kio GRC Lee Bee Wah, who approached SMRT to provide the service, joined residents in taking the first ride on Tuesday.
CNA
But the MP, appeal to PTC/LTA and other departments and even talk to PM Lee and finally PTC agreed to this service. -
There isn't any basic bus service, yet the ppl inside dun even dare to lower the fareOriginally posted by lemon1974:PTC have initially rejected the proposal of this bus service, cos accordingly to their standard/rules, the minimum fare should be S$2.00/trip. So when SMRT ask for S$1.30/trip, PTC rejected it.
But the MP, appeal to PTC/LTA and other departments and even talk to PM Lee and finally PTC agreed to this service.
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Originally posted by TWS4793:
nice person he is.. LOL. talked to him many times lo
[b]SBS Transit: Bus Captain Makes History By Being The First To Be Honoured By Community For Excellent Service
SBS Transit's Senior Bus Captain Teh Leong Sai has made history by becoming the first SBS Transit Bus Captain to be honoured by the people he serves.
The 42-year-old was invited to Anchorvale Community Club's Active Ageing Festival Luncheon Celebration cum Senior Outreach Day 2007 yesterday to receive an appreciation plaque from Dr Lam Pin Min, Member of Parliament for Ang Mo Kio GRC, for the excellent service he has provided to the residents of Sengkang. The honour was accorded to Senior BC Teh after Anchorvale Community Club received three commendation letters from residents praising Senior BC Teh.
Senior BC Teh operates Service 163, which plies between Sengkang and Toa Payoh. When he found out he was to receive this award, he said, "It is such a lovely thing they have done. I am just happy doing my job and I get a lot of joy knowing I have made my commuters happy. It is certainly a very pleasant surprise."
The Anchorvale award is not the first that Senior BC Teh has won. Having been with SBS Transit for seven years now, Senior BC Teh received many other accolades including the Excellent Service Award (STAR) 2005, NTUC Model Award 2004 and the National Courtesy Award - Transport Gold 2003.
Known for his ever-ready smile, cheerful demeanor and his crisply-ironed shirts, Senior BC Teh is also a Service Mentor for new Bus Captains. "I don't preach to my fellow colleagues what they should do. I just share with them what I do and how I think I can make my passengers happy. Hopefully they will do the same."
SBS Transit Chief Operating Officer, Mr Gan Juay Kiat, said: "We are very proud of Senior BC Teh and are very grateful to the residents of Anchorvale for acknowledging his good performance. It is heartwarming indeed."[/b] -
Temporary Bus Diversion on 31 Dec 2007 due to Marina Bay Singapore Countdown 2008
http://www.smrt.com.sg/news/2007/Marina%20Countdown%2007-08.pdf
Temporary Service Diversions at Boon Lay Place for Countdown Celebrations
http://www.sbstransit.com.sg/press/2007-12-21-03-S.aspx