National Transport Workers' Union

20/08/2026

An evening of good company, meaningful conversations and community spirit at the SMRT Woodlands Depot 7th Month Getai.

It was heartening to see our public transport workers, management and union representatives come together to reconnect, enjoy the evening and celebrate the strong bonds that keep our public transport family moving.

A big thank you to everyone who made the evening a memorable one. Beyond the work we do every day, it’s these moments of connection and camaraderie that remind us to look out for one another.

Here’s to building an even stronger workplace community, together. ❤️

13/08/2026

Think Safety. Work Safely. Go Home Safe.

Every day, thousands of workers work behind the scenes to keep Singapore’s public transport network running safely and reliably. Many of them are employed by SMRT’s contractor partners, but they play an equally important role in keeping our transport system moving.

At the 4th Annual SMRT Contractors’ Safety Forum 2026, NTWU joined SMRT and industry partners in reaffirming a shared commitment to workplace safety, workforce transformation and skills development.

Every worker deserves the same standard of safety, the opportunity to build new skills, and the chance to benefit from transformation at the workplace. Through the Queen Bee partnership and the Company Training Committee (CTC) framework, SMRT, NTUC and NTWU are working together to make transformation more accessible for smaller companies and their workers.

As the industry embraces AI and new technologies, the focus remains the same: using innovation to make work safer, reduce strain on workers, and create better jobs and opportunities for workers.

12/08/2026

Elevating The Bus Captains profession, together 🚌

NTWU and SBS Transit have launched Project Elevate, a joint initiative to make the Bus Captain profession a more sustainable, rewarding and fulfilling career.

At the heart of Project Elevate is our Bus Captains. This initiative focuses on strengthening their working conditions, career development, and overall care and welfare. This includes enhanced mental wellness and peer support through the CARE Network, clearer career progression pathways, better workplace support, and greater support for female Bus Captains.

These efforts respond to what matters to our workers: opportunities to grow, support when they need it, and the recognition and respect they deserve.

Our Bus Captains shoulder an important responsibility every day, keeping Singapore moving safely while serving our commuters and communities.

NTWU will continue working closely with SBS Transit and our tripartite partners to champion better jobs, better prospects and better lives for our Bus Captains. ❤️

11/08/2026

Kudos to BC Zhang for his courage and bravery! 👏 His actions are a great reminder of the commitment our transport workers demonstrate every day.

When 🚌 Bus Captain Zhang Zhipeng spotted smoke 🔥 coming from a car along Holland Road, he quickly stepped forward to lend a helping hand.

“I didn’t think much about it and just went forward to help as I was worried the fire would get bigger,” said BC Zhang.

We’re proud of BC Zhang for staying calm and helping a fellow road user when it mattered. 👏

Read more about what happened here: https://mothership.sg/2026/08/bus-captain-put-out-lambo-fire/

09/08/2026

🇸🇬 Happy 61st National Day, Singapore! ❤️

Today, we celebrate not only how far Singapore has come, but the people whose hard work keeps our nation moving forward every day.

Across our public transport networks, ports, workshops and workplaces, NTWU members play an important part in keeping Singapore connected, safe and moving.

A special salute to all who are on duty today, and to the many who work around the clock, behind the scenes and on the frontline, so that the rest of Singapore can keep moving.

To all NTWU members and your families, thank you for your dedication, commitment and service.

Happy National Day! Let’s continue to Go Beyond, together. 🇸🇬

03/08/2026

We’re proud to present NTWU’s Family Day Initiative @ Mandai Exploria! 🦁🐘

In conjunction with our Scholarship & Bursary Awards 2026, we’re excited to offer NTWU members an exclusive opportunity to enjoy a fun-filled family day at Mandai Exploria.

🎟 Exclusive Member Price: $20 per ticket (Retail: $38)
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Maximum 5 tickets per member
📅 Event Date: Sunday, 4 October 2026
⏳ Bookings close on Friday, 28 August 2026

To book your tickets, simply approach your Union Leader to register your interest and make payment. Your booking will be confirmed upon payment.

Not sure who your Union Leader is, or have any questions? Contact the NTWU Hotline and we’ll be happy to assist.

Let’s celebrate our members and create lasting family memories together. We look forward to seeing you and your loved ones at Mandai Exploria! 🌿💚

27/07/2026

Autonomous buses coming to Singapore may only be 16-seaters, a fraction of what a manned bus is capable of. However, it is still a game-changing pilot that, if successful, may lead to newer and higher-capacity AV buses.

That is why NTWU, together with our tripartite partners, has agreed to engage the workforce early to understand their jobs, concerns, readiness and views firsthand from the very beginning.

This time, we are at SMRT Gali Batu Bus Depot, a depot designed for electric buses. Will we see AV buses operating out of this depot one day?

Regardless, we are committed to ensuring that the pace of the technology rollout is in sync with workforce readiness to adapt and transition, so that no one’s livelihood will be impacted.

22/07/2026

The National Transport Workers’ Union (NTWU) congratulates Brother Ng Chee Meng and Brother Jeffrey Siow on their promotions to Ministers.

As Secretary-General of NTUC, Brother Ng Chee Meng has championed initiatives that have uplifted workers across all collars and nationalities. In particular, the Company Training Committee (CTC) initiative has strengthened the role of unions in driving skills upgrading, job redesign and wage progression. His recent visits to SBS Transit’s Seletar Depot to review the CTC Grant project and to SMRT’s Bishan Depot for the signing of the Queen Bee MOU reflect his commitment to workforce transformation.

As Acting Minister for Transport, Brother Jeffrey Siow has been a strong advocate for transport workers and a close partner of the labour movement. Through his many engagements with NTWU and its members, he has demonstrated a commitment to listening to feedback from the ground. His emphasis on union consultation and worker representation, particularly in areas such as autonomous vehicle deployment, reflects his inclusive and tripartite approach.

NTWU congratulates both Brother Ng Chee Meng and Brother Jeffrey Siow on their well-deserved promotions and looks forward to continuing our partnership with them in advancing workers’ interests and strengthening tripartism.

17/07/2026

Update on the Bus Captain whose video was circulating online: NTWU accompanied our member to lodge a police report. NTWU has zero tolerance for any form of harassment, intimidation or abuse against public transport workers.