Themed Trains, Stations and More

LTA started the Move In Groove (MIG) programme in 2014 to look at how we can creatively transform spaces within MRT trains and stations to make the overall public transport experience more pleasant for commuters. Together with our Public Transport Operators (PTOs), we work with community partners to explore and design public transport spaces that they can co-own and at the same time, add vibrancy to the network. By using unique visuals and creative messaging, we hope to encourage good commuting behaviour and make the journey more pleasant and memorable for everyone.

Explore the gallery in this page to find out more about the different designs that we have launched so far!

Latest Updates

Latest Updates

As we usher in the Year of the Rabbit this Lunar New Year, join us in celebrating the festivities on the public transport network as we dress up some of our trains, buses and MRT stations with festive designs.

The Lunar New Year is celebrated by Chinese communities around the world which lasts for 15 days. Families and friends get together with the ritual of exchanging red packets, sharing festive treats and enjoying reunion dinners.

Look out for our latest Lunar New Year-themed trains featuring the rabbit zodiac and other iconic elements inspired by the beliefs and traditions of the Chinese community.

Visit our Facebook page to view the festive design for this Chinese New Year!

Check out some of the fun facts featured in this year's Chinese New Year festive design on trains, buses and MRT stations:

Dragon Dance

The dragon dance, also known as wulong (舞龙) or longdeng (龙灯), is a traditional Chinese dance performed during Chinese festivals such as Lunar New Year and the Mid-Autumn Festival, as well as other special occasions. They are believed to drive away evil spirits and usher in good luck and blessings.

Fish

The Chinese pronunciation of ‘fish’ is ‘yu’, which means surplus and fortune. The festive greeting, ‘Nian Nian You Yu’ in Chinese means ‘May you have surpluses and a bountiful harvest every year.’

Lion Dance

The lion dance is another Chinese New Year tradition that is performed to bring prosperity and good luck for the upcoming year. The performance is also a way to create a festive atmosphere and bring happiness.

God of Wealth

Welcoming the God of Wealth is a traditional custom during the Lunar New Year. Families prepare offerings and display auspicious pictures at home to “attract wealth and draw in treasures” during this festive period.

Peony

Peonies are particularly auspicious during the Chinese New Year and are symbolic of prosperity, good luck and honour.

Rabbit

The fourth animal of the Chinese zodiac, the Rabbit is known to be the luckiest of all the 12 zodiacs. It symbolises longevity, peace and prosperity in the year ahead.

Reunion Dinner

On Chinese New Year’s Eve, family members gather for a meal to reaffirm the solidarity of the family and its cohesiveness.

Tray of Togetherness

This platter of goodies is typically filled with melon seeds, dried or candied fruits, nuts, and candies signifying a good and abundant year ahead. They are served to relatives to share their joy and hopes for the coming year.

Red Packets

Red packets are gifted at family and social gatherings during the Lunar New Year. It symbolises good wishes and luck for the new year ahead.

Celebrating with our Commuters

Celebrating with our Commuters

We collaborate with community partners such as the Citizens’ Consultative Committees of Geylang Serai, Kembangan-Chai Chee, Marine Parade, and Kreta Ayer-Kim Seng, as well as the Little India Shopkeepers and Heritage Association, and the NDP Organising Committee annually to bring festive celebrations into our public transport network.

These celebrations brighten up our network, and strengthen social cohesion and cultural appreciation with our fellow Singaporeans. Besides decorating the trains and stations, we also work with the community and PTOs to placemake communal spaces with lively community performances closer to the heartlands.

Chinese New Year

2022

2021

2020

2020 Community events

Chinese Calligraphy by Life Arts Society at Jurong East MRT station.

Chinese New Year performance by Pei Chun Public School at Toa Payoh MRT station.

Guzhen performance at Toa Payoh MRT station.

Hari Raya

2022

2021

2020

National Day Celebrations

NDP 2021

NDP 2020

NDP 2019

Deepavali

2021

2020

2019

2019 Community events

Indian cultural dance by Singapore Indian Fine Arts Society at Dhoby Ghaut MRT station.

Henna painting at Dhoby Ghaut MRT station

Henna painting at Serangoon MRT station.

Christmas

2022

2021

2020

Supporting Non-Profit Organisations

Supporting Non-Profit Organisations

Beyond festivities, we also support non-profit organisations to placemake communal spaces with creative displays and bring their campaign messages to commuters.

Singapore International Photography Festival

In a collaboration with SBS Transit and DECK, the organiser for the Singapore International Photography Festival (SIPF), MRT stations were transformed into art galleries to bring the different aspects of photography to the public through the SIPF’s Open Call Showcase along the Downtown Line.

Transformation of stations into art galleries by DECK

2020

Transformation of station into art galleries by DECK

2016

Breast Cancer Awareness

The pink ribbon is an international symbol representing breast cancer awareness and hope for breast cancer survivors. In support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, pink trains were rolled out in collaboration with the Breast Cancer Foundation to increase awareness as well as show how early detection saves lives.

2018: Every Woman Matters

2016: Say #Breast

World Autism Awareness

In collaboration with SBS Transit and the Autism Resource Centre, spaces within the public transport network were transformed into art galleries showcasing the work of artists from Pathlight School’s Artist Development Programme to celebrate their artistic talents and dispel myths about autism.

The works of artists from Pathlight School's Artist Development Programme feature on train

2018

We want to hear from you!

We want to hear from you!

Whether or not you have taken our themed trains or buses, or visited our themed stations or bus interchanges, we would like to hear your thoughts on them! Scan the QR Code below or complete a short survey here.