Tuas, planning area and town in Singapore
Tuas is a planning area in western Singapore dominated by factories and large logistics buildings spread across wide, open streets. The space features active docks, cargo facilities, and water access that define its industrial character.
Tuas began as swampy land that became a fishing village with boats and working waterways. In the 1970s, the government relocated residents to public housing and converted the area into an industrial zone for factories and businesses.
Tuas takes its name from a traditional fishing technique where coconut leaves and branches were used to shade the water and attract fish to nets below. This maritime heritage still echoes in the working docks and waterside areas that shape daily life today.
Access is easiest via the four new East-West Line stations that opened in 2017, making arrival much simpler than before. The area is spread out, so plan extra time for exploration and expect limited public transport within the region itself.
A lighthouse at Raffles Marina has stood about 12 meters tall since 1994 and remains visible from the marina, making it a popular photo spot. Surprisingly, traveling from Tuas to Malaysia via the Second Link can be faster than reaching some closer Singapore shopping centers like Jurong Point.
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