Singapore to acquire two Malaysian-owned land plots for Woodlands Checkpoint expansion

Singapore to acquire Malaysian land for Woodlands Checkpoint expansion

JOHOR BARU: Singapore will acquire two plots of Malaysia-owned land as part of its initiative to expand and ease congestion at the Woodlands Checkpoint, a critical border crossing between the two nations.

Singapore to acquire 0.79ha of Malaysia-owned land for Woodlands Checkpoint extension

SINGAPORE: The Woodlands Checkpoint will be redeveloped and extended over the next 10 to 15 years, with the first phase of construction works set to begin in the third quarter of 2025

Woodlands Checkpoint extension works start in Q3; S’pore to acquire 0.79ha of Malaysia-owned land

The first phase of redevelopment will involve extending the Woodlands Checkpoint. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Singapore to acquire two Malaysian-owned land plots for Woodlands Checkpoint expansion

The two land parcels have a total area of 0.79ha, slightly larger than a football field, and are vegetated and unused.

Singapore to acquire Malaysia-owned land for Woodlands checkpoint expansion

Singapore authorities say the move is aimed at enhancing connectivity and facilitating cross-border movement.

Singapore Acquires Malaysian Land for Woodlands Checkpoint Expansion as Daily Traffic Surges 22% to 327,000

The Singapore Land Authority (SLA) gazetted the acquisition of two Malaysian-owned land parcels on 4 Jun 2025 for the redevelopment and expansion of Woodlands Checkpoint. The Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) and SLA will work closely with the Malaysian government through the acquisition process. Both authorities stated they will continue their strong partnership with Malaysia to strengthen connectivity and people-to-people links. The …