SQ@Sengkang West offers fully furnished apartments and recreational amenities for bus captains
SBS Transit has officially launched Singapore’s first purpose-built residential facility for bus captains at Sengkang West Bus Depot.
Known as SQ@Sengkang West, the eight-storey development was built by the Land Transport Authority (LTA) to provide bus captains with a comfortable and convenient place to live close to work.
New staff housing designed with bus captains’ feedback
In a Facebook post on 29 June, SBS Transit said the facility was designed in consultation with its bus captains and the National Transport Workers’ Union (NTWU).
The purpose-built accommodation features fully furnished apartments, communal spaces, and recreational facilities to help residents relax and build a sense of community.
Source: SBS Transit Ltd on Facebook
Each apartment comes equipped with air-conditioning, ceiling fans, built-in storage, and a fully fitted kitchen.
Residents also have access to gas stoves, refrigerators, cookware, crockery, and cutlery.
Source: SBS Transit Ltd on Facebook
Bus captain says kitchen helps him feel at home
One of the residents featured by SBS Transit was 55-year-old Senior Bus Captain Tian Yinfu.
Source: SBS Transit Ltd on Facebook
Mr Tian, who is from China, said having a fully equipped kitchen has made settling into life in Singapore much easier.
“Being thousands of miles away from my family in China isn’t easy, but having a fully equipped kitchen where I can cook my own meals and enjoy familiar dishes from home brings me comfort and helps me feel settled here,” Mr Tian said.
Less commuting, more personal time
According to SBS Transit, housing bus captains close to the depot reduces commuting time. This will allow them to spend more time cooking, exercising, pursuing hobbies, or socialising with colleagues.
“It offers a welcoming environment where they can unwind after a day’s work and build meaningful connections with one another,” the operator added.
Source: SBS Transit Ltd on Facebook
NTWU Executive Secretary Yeo Wan Ling officiated the opening ceremony.
Speaking at the launch, she said:
“We look forward to seeing SQ@Sengkang West grow into a vibrant and close-knit community — a place here our Bus Captains can find friendship, support, and a true sense of home.”
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Featured image adapted from SBS Transit on Facebook.
