Recent MRT disruptions happened across different MRT lines with different causes. Based on preliminary investigations, the incidents appear to be independent and isolated to individual equipment or systems.

While this suggests they were isolated incidents with specific fixes, the government formed a Rail Reliability Taskforce in September 2025 to investigate whether common underlying problems might be causing recurring faults across the network.

While isolated incidents can be addressed by targeted fixes for specific problems, if there are more fundamental issues (e.g. in maintenance practices, staff training, or management of systems) that can affect the entire rail system, we want to find more comprehensive solutions.

The Rail Reliability Taskforce is chaired by LTA Chief Executive Ng Lang and includes SMRT CEO Ngien Hoon Ping, SBST CEO Jeffrey Sim, and technical specialists from across the rail sector, supported by a five-member Independent Advisory Panel. Among other work, the Taskforce will audit maintenance and operations of critical systems, including maintenance processes and staff training, to understand if there are more fundamental issues that must be addressed.

In the meantime, the Taskforce will also work to fast track the replacement of critical components involved in recent disruptions and improve service recovery processes to minimise the impact of disruptions on commuters.

The Taskforce reports regularly to the Acting Minister of Transport and will submit final recommendations by end-2025.