Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) has been awarded a contract to refurbish the Automated People Mover (APM) system at Singapore Changi Airport. The project, managed through MHI’s Asia Regional Office in Singapore, involves upgrading critical systems such as signals, communications, and tracks to enhance safety and operational efficiency. The refurbishment is scheduled for completion in 2030, with efforts to maintain uninterrupted service during the upgrade.
The APM system, originally delivered by MHI in 2007, connects the airport’s three terminals over a distance of approximately 6,400 metres. Since its installation, MHI has worked to boost the system’s transport capacity by increasing the number of vehicles and has consistently provided operation and maintenance services under contract. The current refurbishment aims to further improve the comfort and reliability of travel within one of Southeast Asia’s leading hub airports.
MHI emphasises that the renewal work will be conducted with minimal disruption to existing services. “MHI will draw on the know-how and experience it has cultivated through previous construction projects to provide users of Singapore Changi Airport with a more comfortable and reliable way to travel within the airport,” the company stated.
This contract underscores MHI’s ongoing commitment to enhancing transportation systems globally, ensuring the safe and efficient movement of people and goods. The project is expected to significantly contribute to the operational capabilities of Singapore Changi Airport, reinforcing its status as a major hub in the region.
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