As Singapore’s Urban Redevelopment Authority reveals its extensive 2025 Master Plan for the western region, the ambitious blueprint outlines a transformative vision that will reshape the area into an integrated economic powerhouse with enhanced livability metrics.
The all-encompassing plan prioritizes connectivity through the implementation of six rail lines by 2035, including the Jurong Region Line and Cross Island Line, which will greatly augment both regional and island-wide accessibility for residents and businesses alike.
Singapore’s western transformation hinges on rail connectivity, with six lines unlocking regional access for all stakeholders by 2035.
Transportation infrastructure forms a critical component of the western transformation, with the Jurong East Integrated Transport Hub facilitating seamless shifts between MRT and bus services. The western region’s development aligns with the national strategy of decentralized growth to reduce congestion in the central areas.
Complementing these developments, an 11-kilometer sky corridor in Jurong Innovation District will accommodate pedestrians, cyclists, and autonomous shuttles, connecting key transport nodes and exemplifying Singapore’s commitment to future mobility solutions.
The master plan emphasizes the “City in Nature” concept through the creation of over 25 new or upgraded parks and more than 50 kilometers of expanded park connectors by 2030.
These green initiatives, including enhancements to Kranji Nature Corridor and Jurong Lake Gardens, will support biodiversity conservation while providing recreational spaces that integrate with urban developments.
Housing provisions feature prominently, with rezoned sites freeing up new residential opportunities in both mature and growth areas.
Tengah Town represents a flagship development incorporating smart, sustainable housing concepts with integrated parks and amenities, designed to meet diverse demographic needs while promoting community cohesion. The area will include the redevelopment of Warren Golf & Country Club to support future land needs for housing and community facilities.
Economic development centers on the 360-hectare Jurong Lake District, positioned to become Singapore’s largest mixed-use business district outside the central core.
This commercial hub, anchored by Jurong Innovation District and Tuas Port, will establish the western region as an economic engine focusing on next-generation industries and research capabilities.
The plan creates significant employment opportunities for Singaporeans in advanced manufacturing sectors that leverage cutting-edge technology and innovation.
Heritage preservation balances this forward-looking approach, with sites like the former Jurong Bird Park and Jurong Hill Tower being repurposed for mixed-use developments while maintaining their historical significance, ensuring that Singapore’s western transformation honors its past while embracing a connected, future-ready identity.
