Travel Updates: Johor proposes 12 drop-off points for Singapore cross-border taxis; includes JB Sentral, Johor Premium Outlets

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https://www.asiaone.com/singapore/johor-12-drop-points-singapore-cross-border-taxis-jb-sentral

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Johor’s state government has proposed 12 new drop-off points for cross-border taxis travelling from Singapore to Malaysia, aiming to make cross-border travel more convenient for commuters and tourists. Currently, taxis from Singapore can only drop passengers at Larkin Sentral in Johor Bahru. The new proposal would significantly expand the locations where passengers can alight.

Among the suggested locations are key transport and commercial hubs such as Senai International Airport, JB Sentral, Medini, Mid Valley Southkey, Mount Austin, and Eco Botanic. Six shopping malls are also included, with Johor Premium Outlets specifically mentioned as one of them. These locations were selected because they are considered major activity hubs within Johor.

Johor’s Works, Transportation and Infrastructure committee chairman Mohamad Fazli Mohamad Salleh explained that the additional drop-off points would benefit travellers, including tourists who arrive at Changi Airport and want to travel directly to Johor by taxi.

The proposal also includes possible improvements for taxis travelling in the opposite direction. Malaysian taxis may eventually be allowed to drop passengers at five locations in Singapore: Changi Airport, Kranji, Jurong, Shenton Way, and Rochor.

Singapore officials say discussions are ongoing. Sun Xueling, Senior Minister of State for Transport, said the government has held discussions with the National Taxi Association and the National Private Hire Vehicles Association to improve cross-border taxi services.

Industry representatives have also raised issues such as enforcement against illegal ride-hailing services, better holding areas for drivers, and potential fare reviews to reflect higher operating costs.

If implemented, the proposal could make cross-border taxi travel between Singapore and Johor more flexible and convenient, while also creating more earning opportunities for taxi drivers.

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Pls make this service smooth and seamless!

This service will make a meaningful impact for non-car owners with large family like me.