What alternative transport options are being provided for affected commuters?

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Shuttle train services are available to mitigate disruptions on the East-West Line.

Affected commuters on Singapore's East-West Line are being provided with shuttle train services to facilitate their travel between specific stations. These services aim to offer an alternative mode of transport while engineers work to restore full functionality to the affected sectors of the MRT line.
Shuttle Services Between Boon Lay and Jurong East

SMRT has established shuttle train services connecting Boon Lay and Jurong East stations. This route is designed to assist passengers who would normally rely on the affected section of the East-West Line.
Shuttle Services Between Queenstown and Buona Vista

In addition to the Boon Lay-Jurong East link, shuttle train services are also operating between Queenstown and Buona Vista stations. This provides another crucial alternative for commuters navigating the disruptions.
Ongoing Restoration Efforts

These shuttle services are in place while SMRT engineers work to repair damage to point machines and the third rail. The disruption was caused by a defective train axle box on a first-generation train, which led to a power trip and damage to track equipment.

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