Singapore eyes developing underground version of 2008 master plan

Public consultation will be launched soon.

Singapore is looking into drafting an undergound equivalent of its 2008 Master Plan project. In his blog, Minister for National Development Khaw Boon Wan said the government is currently in the midst of updating its Master Plan and a draft will be put for public consultation via an exhibition soon.

In parallel, the government is also thinking about the possibility of developing an underground equivalent of the Master Plan to see how practical underground plans can complement the above ground Master Plan to make Singapore even more exciting and liveable.

Taking reference from other cities such as Canada, Japan, and Montreal, Khaw said there are possibilities of creating underground transport hubs, pedestrian links, cycling lanes, utility plants, storage and research facilities, industrial uses, shopping areas and other public spaces in Singapore.

"But such developments do cost more, especially if the cheaper alternative of using surface land is available.

Still, we can try to push the boundary of usage – to experiment, to learn and to evolve practical innovative solutions – so as to prepare for the future," he said.

"We will not rush to do this underground Master Plan. We will also not be able to formulate a comprehensive underground Master Plan in our initial attempt(s).

But the earlier we begin this process, the faster we will learn and the easier it would be for us to realise these plans," Khaw added.

Read full blog here.

If you've been wondering whether SBR could work for your company — yes, probably.

A lot of the companies we partner with started as readers. They'd been following our coverage for a while, saw their own customers and competitors in it, and eventually asked the obvious question: could we do something with you? The answer is usually yes. The shape of it depends on what you're trying to do.

The options are broader than most people assume — thought leadership articles, sponsored content, industry summits across Southeast Asia, regional awards programmes, podcasts, and media placements in print and digital. Some partners use one channel; most use a mix. We figure out the right combination by starting with your brief, not with our rate card.

So if the question has been on your mind, here's the easy way to ask it.

We'll tell you honestly whether we can help, and how. It's a better use of everyone's time.

Book a meeting

| Or download the media kit (PDF)

240,000 senior readers quarterly in print Top 1,700 Singapore companies reached

7 markets across Southeast Asia