Singapore's Urban Redevelopment Authority is implementing a new approach to managing underground utilities designed to minimize road disruptions during future development projects. The method uses shared utility ducts, advanced mapping technology, and coordinated planning to reduce the need for extensive road work.
The approach was first adopted in Tengah New Town, where it has been tested as part of the broader urban development strategy. By consolidating utilities into shared infrastructure rather than installing separate systems, the method aims to streamline construction processes and limit the extent of road excavation required.
The initiative addresses a practical challenge in urban development, where traditional utility installation often requires repeated road work as different services—water, electricity, telecommunications, and others—are installed separately. Through coordinated planning and advanced mapping, authorities can better organize these installations to occur simultaneously or in coordinated phases, reducing overall disruption to traffic and daily activities in affected areas.
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