About Us

SBS Transit - Beyond just being a people mover

SBS Transit is a leading bus and rail operator in Singapore. Every day, we carry millions of passengers on our extensive bus and rail network. But we believe in not just being a people mover - we believe in the journey, and not just the destination. This is why we have invested extensively in technology and training, constantly looking to upgrade not just our operations but our people as well.

We were formed in only 1973 through the merger of three private bus companies. We grew quickly and by 1978, we were listed on the Stock Exchange of Singapore (now known as SGX) as Singapore Bus Service (1978).

In November 1997, the Company was renamed DelGro Corporation Limited with a subsidiary, Singapore Bus Services Limited, listed separately on the SGX. In November 2001, Singapore Bus Services Limited had a change in name to SBS Transit Ltd to reflect our new bi-modal status as a bus and rail operator when we won the licence to operate the North East MRT Line.

In 2003, SBS Transit became a part of the ComfortDelGro Group when Comfort Group and DelGro Corp merged to form ComfortDelGro Corporation, one of the world's largest land transport companies. As part of an international, multi-modal transport company, we have been able to leverage the Group's extensive resources, expertise and knowledge to bring about higher levels of service and comfort for our Singapore commuters.

SBS Transit aims to provide world-class public transport services which are safe,  reliable and sustainable.

As the biggest public bus operator with more than 50 years of proven experience, we operate around 200 bus services with a fleet of about 3,400 buses. We also provide rail services through the North East MRT Line, which is the world's first fully automated, underground heavy rail system, the 42 km Downtown Line, which is regarded as one of the most reliable MRT lines globally as well as the Punggol and Sengkang LRT systems. Every day, our network of buses and trains carries more than 3.5 million passengers trips.  

SBS Transit in partnership with French operator, RATP Dev, has been awarded the contract to operate the Jurong Region Line (JRL), which will be Singapore’s 7th MRT line. This joint venture company known as Singapore One Rail will operate the 24 km elevated line which will commence passenger service in phases from 2027.

Corporate Logo

Singapore Bus Services was renamed SBS Transit Ltd on 1 November 2001. The new name reflects our multi-modal status as we move from being just a bus operator to the provision of both bus and train services.

We have retained "SBS" in the new company name to remember our roots and preserve our long heritage.

Our corporate signature is a specially designed wordmark. The distinct graphic stroke, called the "speed stroke" expresses the dynamism of the organisation.

The vibrant orange colour signifies dynamism and innovation. The purple colour represents strength, stability and a firm commitment to our customers. The bold interplay of the two colours signifies the crossing of boundaries and connecting people, which are the foundation of lasting relationships.