The Boon Lay Extension (BLE), consisting of two new stations at Pioneer and Joo Koon opened for revenue service on 28 Feb 2009. The 3.8km BLE links the residential and industrial areas of Pioneer and Joo Koon to the existing East-West Line from Boon Lay Station, making it possible for commuters to have direct access to the MRT system.

Costing $436 million, construction of the BLE started in August 2005. With the opening of the BLE, the current East-West Line will be extended to 49.2km and 31 stations.

The 2 stations are located at:

	Jurong West Street 63, between Jurong Street 61 and Pioneer Road North
	Joo Koon Circle, near the junction of Benoi Road and International Road

Take a look at the alignment and station locations here.

As more developments are expected to mushroom in the Jurong West area, this extension looks set to accommodate the increase in demand for public transport around the vicinity.

Residents and workers alike will have more flexibility when planning their travel routes, instead of having to rely solely on the existing Boon Lay MRT station and Boon Lay bus interchange.

For example, where they currently have to make bus transfers from Boon Lay MRT station, residents in the south western part of Jurong West will be able to continue their train ride to a station closer to their homes.

Similarly, workers in the industrial estates can also look forward to shorter journeys, some reduced by as much as 15 minutes.

Contract value S$436 million Route length 3.8 km (above ground) Number of stations 2 stations Expected date of completion 2009

Last Updated on 20/04/2009