Malaysia-Singapore Second Link
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Malaysia–Singapore Second Link is a bridge connecting Singapore
and Johor
, Malaysia. In Singapore, it is officially known as the Tuas Second Link. The bridge was built to reduce the traffic congestion at the Johor–Singapore Causeway, and was opened to traffic
on 2 January 1998. The twin-deck bridge supports a dual-three lane carriageway linking Kampong Ladang at Tanjung Kupang
, Johor
to Jalan Ahmad Ibrahim at Tuas
, Singapore. The total length of the bridge over water is 1,920 m (6,300 ft).
At Malaysian side, the bridge is connected to the Second Link Expressway
(Malay: Lebuhraya Laluan Kedua Malaysia-Singapura) also known as Linkedua Expressway, which links from Senai North Interchange at North-South Expressway, Senai Airport and Taman Perling
, Johor Bahru
via its extension known as Johor Bahru Parkway. In Singapore, the bridge connects to the Ayer Rajah Expressway
.
The checkpoint on Singapore side, the Tuas Checkpoint, was built on 19.6 ha (47.4 acres) of reclaimed land at a cost of S$
485 million. Designed by CPG Corporation
, it involved the use of 54,000 cubic metres of concrete and 18,000 tones of reinforcing steel, and won the Architectural Design Award and Best Buildable Design Award awarded by the Singapore Institute of Architects
and the Building and Construction Authority
respectively http://www.cpgcorp.com.sg/portfolio/viewdetails.asp?Lang=EN&PCID=2&PDID=14.
Usually, traveling along the second link is much faster than traveling on the Causeway, as the traffic is smoother in both directions. However, during festive periods (especially Chinese New Year
, Hari Raya, Christmas
and Deepavali), the huge amount of traffic going between Malaysia and Singapore still leads to massive jams on both the causeway and the second link.
The approach to the bridge is via the Second Link Expressway
, which can be accessed by exiting the North-South Expressway at Senai North Interchange. Alternatively, motorists can also enter the expressway via Taman Perling which also joins with Pasir Gudang Highway
(Federal route and Skudai Highway
(Federal route ). The expressway link to Taman Perling is also known as Pontian-Johor Bahru Parkway.
, along with other supporting roads around the vicinity of the Tuas
industrial area.
. Gelang Patah
was raised as a viable site due to its distant proximity from Johor Bahru
, and the suggestion was raised to tackle growing traffic jams on the causeway. The Malaysian federal Government welcomed Othman's plan, and the Johor State Government formed a committee to study the feasibility of building the second link.
In July 1989, United Engineers Malaysia Berhad
(UEM) submitted a proposal to the government of Malaysia to privatize the construction of a second link to Singapore
. The acceptance of the proposal brought about the signing of a concession agreement in July 1993, giving exclusive rights and authority to UEM to design, construct, manage, operate and maintain the bridge
and expressways for a period of 30 years commencing 27 July 1993.
Following this, a novation agreement was executed in May 1994, whereby UEM assigned all its rights, liabilities and obligations in respect of the concession agreement to Linkedua (Malaysia) Berhad, a wholly owned subsidiary of UEM.
The construction of the bridge required the cooperation of the government of Malaysia and the government
of the Republic of Singapore
. On 22 March 1994, an inter-government agreement was signed defining the responsibilities of both governments with regard to the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of the bridge. Each government was responsible for the construction of the portion the bridge which fell within its borders, based on a common agreed design. A joint committee comprising representatives of each government was formed to oversee the implementation of this Malaysia-Singapore Second Crossing project.
The major components of the project are the Second Crossing bridge, forty-four kilometers of expressways, a Customs, Immigration and Quarantine complex, 3 toll plazas, 2 rest and service areas and other ancillary facilities. The bridge was designed to accommodate up to 200,000 vehicles a day.
The Second Link was first opened to traffic on 2 January 1998. It was officially opened on 18 April the same year by the Prime Ministers of both countries, namely Dato' Seri Dr. Mahathir Mohamad of Malaysia and Goh Chok Tong
of Singapore. The Malaysia-Singapore Second Crossing heralded a new era in bilateral relations, and brought with it the promise of improved economic and social ties.
Navigational Channels
Route CW3 from Malaysia goes into Bukit Indah
via Tuas Checkpoint from Jurong East Bus Interchange
in Singapore.
Service 182 from SBS Transit
calls at the bus stop outside Tuas Checkpoint but it does not cross over at Malaysia.
Service 182M plies the exact route of Service 182 without calling at the bus stop outside Tuas Checkpoint.
Singapore
Singapore , officially the Republic of Singapore, is a Southeast Asian city-state off the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula, north of the equator. An island country made up of 63 islands, it is separated from Malaysia by the Straits of Johor to its north and from Indonesia's Riau Islands by the...
and Johor
Johor
Johor is a Malaysian state, located in the southern portion of Peninsular Malaysia. It is one of the most developed states in Malaysia. The state capital city and royal city of Johor is Johor Bahru, formerly known as Tanjung Puteri...
, Malaysia. In Singapore, it is officially known as the Tuas Second Link. The bridge was built to reduce the traffic congestion at the Johor–Singapore Causeway, and was opened to traffic
Traffic
Traffic on roads may consist of pedestrians, ridden or herded animals, vehicles, streetcars and other conveyances, either singly or together, while using the public way for purposes of travel...
on 2 January 1998. The twin-deck bridge supports a dual-three lane carriageway linking Kampong Ladang at Tanjung Kupang
Tanjung Kupang
Not to be confused with Kupang in East Nusa Tenggara and Tanjung Pinang in Riau IslandsTanjung Kupang is a small village near Nusajaya in Gelang Patah, Johor, Malaysia.-Malaysia Airlines Flight 653:...
, Johor
Johor
Johor is a Malaysian state, located in the southern portion of Peninsular Malaysia. It is one of the most developed states in Malaysia. The state capital city and royal city of Johor is Johor Bahru, formerly known as Tanjung Puteri...
to Jalan Ahmad Ibrahim at Tuas
Tuas
Tuas is largely an industrial zone located in the western part of Singapore. The Tuas Planning Area is located within the West Region, and is bounded by Tengeh Reservoir to the north, Strait of Johor to the west, Straits of Singapore to the south, and the Pan Island Expressway to the east.It is...
, Singapore. The total length of the bridge over water is 1,920 m (6,300 ft).
At Malaysian side, the bridge is connected to the Second Link Expressway
Second Link Expressway
Second Link Expressway , is the expressway which links Senai North at North-South Expressway, Senai Airport and Taman Perling, Johor Bahru via its extension known as Pontian-Johor Bahru Parkway to the Malaysia-Singapore Second Link.Usually, travelling along the second link is much faster than...
(Malay: Lebuhraya Laluan Kedua Malaysia-Singapura) also known as Linkedua Expressway, which links from Senai North Interchange at North-South Expressway, Senai Airport and Taman Perling
Taman Perling
Taman Perling is a main township in Johor Bahru, Malaysia. A development project of the company Pelangi Berhad, it covers and contains close to 10,000 housing units.The main landmark of the housing area is Perling Mall,which has 2 floor of almost 100 shops. It is located twenty minutes from Johor...
, Johor Bahru
Johor Bahru
Johor Bahru is the capital city of Johor in southern Malaysia. Johor Bahru is the southernmost city of the Eurasian mainland...
via its extension known as Johor Bahru Parkway. In Singapore, the bridge connects to the Ayer Rajah Expressway
Ayer Rajah Expressway
The Ayer Rajah Expressway extends from the western end of the East Coast Parkway in the south of Singapore to Tuas in the west near the Tuas Second Link to Malaysia...
.
The checkpoint on Singapore side, the Tuas Checkpoint, was built on 19.6 ha (47.4 acres) of reclaimed land at a cost of S$
Singapore dollar
The Singapore dollar or Dollar is the official currency of Singapore. It is normally abbreviated with the dollar sign $, or alternatively S$ to distinguish it from other dollar-denominated currencies...
485 million. Designed by CPG Corporation
CPG Corporation
The CPG Corporation is a leading infrastructure and building development company in Singapore which constructs and maintain public infrastructure in Singapore such as government buildings, and many more.-History:...
, it involved the use of 54,000 cubic metres of concrete and 18,000 tones of reinforcing steel, and won the Architectural Design Award and Best Buildable Design Award awarded by the Singapore Institute of Architects
Singapore Institute of Architects
The Singapore Institute of Architects is a professional organization established in 1961 with the objective to promote the architectural profession and the built environment in Singapore....
and the Building and Construction Authority
Building and Construction Authority
The Building and Construction Authority , is a statutory board under the Ministry of National Development of the Singapore Government.- Vision :...
respectively http://www.cpgcorp.com.sg/portfolio/viewdetails.asp?Lang=EN&PCID=2&PDID=14.
Usually, traveling along the second link is much faster than traveling on the Causeway, as the traffic is smoother in both directions. However, during festive periods (especially Chinese New Year
Chinese New Year
Chinese New Year – often called Chinese Lunar New Year although it actually is lunisolar – is the most important of the traditional Chinese holidays. It is an all East and South-East-Asia celebration...
, Hari Raya, Christmas
Christmas
Christmas or Christmas Day is an annual holiday generally celebrated on December 25 by billions of people around the world. It is a Christian feast that commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ, liturgically closing the Advent season and initiating the season of Christmastide, which lasts twelve days...
and Deepavali), the huge amount of traffic going between Malaysia and Singapore still leads to massive jams on both the causeway and the second link.
From Malaysia
Second Link Expressway
Second Link Expressway , is the expressway which links Senai North at North-South Expressway, Senai Airport and Taman Perling, Johor Bahru via its extension known as Pontian-Johor Bahru Parkway to the Malaysia-Singapore Second Link.Usually, travelling along the second link is much faster than...
, which can be accessed by exiting the North-South Expressway at Senai North Interchange. Alternatively, motorists can also enter the expressway via Taman Perling which also joins with Pasir Gudang Highway
Pasir Gudang Highway
Pasir Gudang Highway, also known as Federal Route is a major highway or large road in Johor, Malaysia that connects Tampoi North in the west to Pasir Gudang, Johor Port and Tanjung Langsat in the east. Pasir Gudang Highway is a four-laned highway, unlike the wider Skudai Highway which has six lanes...
(Federal route and Skudai Highway
Skudai Highway
Skudai Highway , also known as Senai Highway Jalan Tun Abdul Razak or Jalan Skudai, Federal route is a 29 kilometre partial-access highway in Johor, Malaysia, from the town of Senai to the Johor-Singapore Causeway, which connects Malaysia and...
(Federal route ). The expressway link to Taman Perling is also known as Pontian-Johor Bahru Parkway.
From Singapore
The bridge is directly accessed via the Ayer Rajah ExpresswayAyer Rajah Expressway
The Ayer Rajah Expressway extends from the western end of the East Coast Parkway in the south of Singapore to Tuas in the west near the Tuas Second Link to Malaysia...
, along with other supporting roads around the vicinity of the Tuas
Tuas
Tuas is largely an industrial zone located in the western part of Singapore. The Tuas Planning Area is located within the West Region, and is bounded by Tengeh Reservoir to the north, Strait of Johor to the west, Straits of Singapore to the south, and the Pan Island Expressway to the east.It is...
industrial area.
History
The idea of building a second link between Malaysia and Singapore was first raised in July 1980 by then-Menteri Besar Othman SaatOthman Saat
Tan Sri Othman bin Saat was a former Menteri Besar of the state of Johor in Malaysia. Born in Muar, he had been actively involved in politics since 1946. He was the third Mentri Besar of Johor from 1967 to 1982.-References:...
. Gelang Patah
Gelang Patah
Gelang Patah is a small town in Johor, Malaysia. It is located about 25 km from Johor Bahru via state route J4 or via Malaysia-Singapore Second Link. Gelang Patah is famous for its otak-otak. One of its schools , Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Gelang Patah is also featured in the School Programme by...
was raised as a viable site due to its distant proximity from Johor Bahru
Johor Bahru
Johor Bahru is the capital city of Johor in southern Malaysia. Johor Bahru is the southernmost city of the Eurasian mainland...
, and the suggestion was raised to tackle growing traffic jams on the causeway. The Malaysian federal Government welcomed Othman's plan, and the Johor State Government formed a committee to study the feasibility of building the second link.
In July 1989, United Engineers Malaysia Berhad
UEM Group
United Engineers Malaysia Berhad or UEM Group is a Malaysian company of Engineering and Constructions, Township and Property Development, Expressways and Asset Facilities Management....
(UEM) submitted a proposal to the government of Malaysia to privatize the construction of a second link to Singapore
Singapore
Singapore , officially the Republic of Singapore, is a Southeast Asian city-state off the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula, north of the equator. An island country made up of 63 islands, it is separated from Malaysia by the Straits of Johor to its north and from Indonesia's Riau Islands by the...
. The acceptance of the proposal brought about the signing of a concession agreement in July 1993, giving exclusive rights and authority to UEM to design, construct, manage, operate and maintain the bridge
Toll bridge
A toll bridge is a bridge over which traffic may pass upon payment of a toll, or fee.- History :The practice of collecting tolls on bridges probably harks back to the days of ferry crossings where people paid a fee to be ferried across stretches of water. As boats became impractical to carry large...
and expressways for a period of 30 years commencing 27 July 1993.
Following this, a novation agreement was executed in May 1994, whereby UEM assigned all its rights, liabilities and obligations in respect of the concession agreement to Linkedua (Malaysia) Berhad, a wholly owned subsidiary of UEM.
The construction of the bridge required the cooperation of the government of Malaysia and the government
Government of Singapore
The Government of Singapore is defined by the Constitution of the Republic of Singapore to mean the Executive branch of government, which is made up of the President and the Cabinet of Singapore. Although the President acts in his personal discretion in the exercise of certain functions as a check...
of the Republic of Singapore
Singapore
Singapore , officially the Republic of Singapore, is a Southeast Asian city-state off the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula, north of the equator. An island country made up of 63 islands, it is separated from Malaysia by the Straits of Johor to its north and from Indonesia's Riau Islands by the...
. On 22 March 1994, an inter-government agreement was signed defining the responsibilities of both governments with regard to the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of the bridge. Each government was responsible for the construction of the portion the bridge which fell within its borders, based on a common agreed design. A joint committee comprising representatives of each government was formed to oversee the implementation of this Malaysia-Singapore Second Crossing project.
The major components of the project are the Second Crossing bridge, forty-four kilometers of expressways, a Customs, Immigration and Quarantine complex, 3 toll plazas, 2 rest and service areas and other ancillary facilities. The bridge was designed to accommodate up to 200,000 vehicles a day.
The Second Link was first opened to traffic on 2 January 1998. It was officially opened on 18 April the same year by the Prime Ministers of both countries, namely Dato' Seri Dr. Mahathir Mohamad of Malaysia and Goh Chok Tong
Goh Chok Tong
Goh Chok Tong is the Senior Minister of Singapore and the chairman of the central bank of Singapore, the Monetary Authority of Singapore. He also served as the second Prime Minister of the Republic of Singapore from 28 November 1990 to 12 August 2004, succeeding Lee Kuan Yew, the former Prime...
of Singapore. The Malaysia-Singapore Second Crossing heralded a new era in bilateral relations, and brought with it the promise of improved economic and social ties.
Tanjung Kupang Toll Plaza (TTK) (Malaysia)
| Class | Type of vehicles | Rate (in Malaysian Ringgit Malaysian ringgit The Malaysian ringgit is the currency of Malaysia. It is divided into 100 sen... (RM)) |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | Motorcycles | RM Malaysian ringgit The Malaysian ringgit is the currency of Malaysia. It is divided into 100 sen... 1.60 |
| 1 | Passenger Cars | RM7.50 |
| 2 | Vans and other small good vehicles | RM24.40 |
| 3 | Large Trucks | RM48.90 |
| 4 | Taxis | RM8.10 |
| 5 | Buses | RM13.00 |
- RM 6.40 charged for U-Turn back to Malaysia.
- Singapore dollarSingapore dollarThe Singapore dollar or Dollar is the official currency of Singapore. It is normally abbreviated with the dollar sign $, or alternatively S$ to distinguish it from other dollar-denominated currencies...
is also accepted but at the rate of 1:1 (i.e. Pay S$Singapore dollarThe Singapore dollar or Dollar is the official currency of Singapore. It is normally abbreviated with the dollar sign $, or alternatively S$ to distinguish it from other dollar-denominated currencies...
1.00 for RMMalaysian ringgitThe Malaysian ringgit is the currency of Malaysia. It is divided into 100 sen...
1.00)
Tuas Checkpoint (Singapore)
(Fees reduced by 30% on 1 August 2010)| Class | Type of vehicles | Rate (in Singapore Dollar Singapore dollar The Singapore dollar or Dollar is the official currency of Singapore. It is normally abbreviated with the dollar sign $, or alternatively S$ to distinguish it from other dollar-denominated currencies... (S$)) |
|---|---|---|
| Motorcycles | S$0.50 | |
| Passenger Cars | S$3.20 | |
| Vans and other small good vehicles | S$7.40 | |
| Large Trucks | S$14.70 | |
| Taxis | S$2.50 | |
| Buses | S$3.90 |
Navigational channels
When travelling by Sea, navigational aids consists of lights mounted on the bridge piers and lighted buoys placed at strategic navigational locations. The 3 sea channels dimensions are 75 m wide by 25 m high; 50 m wide by 9m (-- ft) high; and 75m (-- ft) wide by 12m (-- ft) high.Johor–Singapore International 2nd Link Bridge Run
Since 1999, an annual 2nd Link Bridge Run is organized to promote sports and cross-border ties. Both countries take turns to host the event that has seen increasing numbers of participants.Technical specifications
Bridge Specifications- Overall length of bridge: 1920 m (6400 ft)
- Length within Malaysian waters: 1769 m (5897 ft)
- Construction period: Oct 1994 to Oct 1997
- Total length of piles: 10,230 m (34100 ft)
- Total volume of concrete: 54000 cubic metres (-- ib)
- Total weight of reinforcing steel: 18,000 tonnes
- Total number of precast box segments: 840 units
- Longest span: 165 m (550 ft)
Navigational Channels
- Malaysian main navigational channel: 75 m (250 ft) wide by 25 m (83 ft) high.
- Malaysian secondary navigational channel: 50 m (167 ft) wide by 9 m (30 ft) high.
- Singaporean navigational channel: 75 m (250 ft) wide by 12 m (40 ft) high
Public Bus Transport
Causeway LinkCauseway Link
Causeway Link is a popular public bus service in Johor Bahru city, Johor, Malaysia.-Local - Bandaraya City:-Local - Larkin Bus Terminal:-Local - Shopping Service:-Singapore:...
Route CW3 from Malaysia goes into Bukit Indah
Bukit Indah
Bukit Indah is a mature township located in the heart of Nusajaya, Iskandar Malaysia, Johor. The township was developed by SP Setia Berhad. Bukit Indah, which was launched in 1997, has a population of over 60,000 with over 10,000 houses.The township is the winner of the Johor State Landscape Award...
via Tuas Checkpoint from Jurong East Bus Interchange
Jurong East Bus Interchange
Jurong East Bus Interchange is a bus interchange located in Jurong East, Singapore...
in Singapore.
Service 182 from SBS Transit
SBS Transit
SBS Transit Limited is a public transport operator in Singapore. Its major competitor in Singapore's duopoly transport system is SMRT Corporation, which also operates bus, rail, taxi and other transport services....
calls at the bus stop outside Tuas Checkpoint but it does not cross over at Malaysia.
Service 182M plies the exact route of Service 182 without calling at the bus stop outside Tuas Checkpoint.
| Service | Origin | Destination | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Causeway Link Cross Border Services | |||
| CW3 | Perling Mall | Jurong East Bus Interchange Jurong East Bus Interchange Jurong East Bus Interchange is a bus interchange located in Jurong East, Singapore... |
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| CW3S | Sutera Mall | Jurong East Bus Interchange Jurong East Bus Interchange Jurong East Bus Interchange is a bus interchange located in Jurong East, Singapore... |
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| CW4 | Pontian Bus Terminal | Jurong East Bus Interchange Jurong East Bus Interchange Jurong East Bus Interchange is a bus interchange located in Jurong East, Singapore... |
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| CW4S | Sutera Mall | Jurong East Bus Interchange Jurong East Bus Interchange Jurong East Bus Interchange is a bus interchange located in Jurong East, Singapore... |
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| CW6 | Bukit Indah | Boon Lay Way | |
Malaysia
Others
- Google Maps link showing the Second Link, with Tanjung Kupang, Malaysia, at left and Tuas, Singapore, at right.