Land Transport Authority to get new chairman

Singapore's Land Transport Authority (LTA) has appointed former Permanent Secretary Pang Kin Keong as its new chairman, effective September 1. Pang, who has dedicated 35 years to the public service, will succeed Alan Chan, who has held the position for over a decade. Pang has served on the LTA board since April 1, 2026. The Ministry of Transport (MOT) highlighted Pang's extensive experience in public administration, particularly his tenure as Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Transport from July 1, 2012, to August 31, 2017.

MOT emphasized that Pang's leadership will be crucial in guiding the LTA board in advancing Singapore's land transport priorities of building an efficient, sustainable, and people-centric system. Chan, who will step down after nearly six years as chairman, played a significant role in shaping Singapore's land transport system during a period of transformation and global uncertainty, including during the COVID-19 pandemic.

He oversaw the completion of key projects such as the Downtown Line and Circle Line, the progressive opening of the Thomson-East Coast Line, and the advancement of projects like the Jurong Region Line and the Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System Link. The LTA and MOT expressed deep appreciation for Chan's distinguished service and contributions to the LTA and Singapore's land transport sector.

Four new board members have been appointed for the next term, including Chan Tsan, Darren Teo, Professor Phoon Kok Kwang, and Ms Yvonne Lim. Five outgoing members will step down, and the MOT thanked them for their contributions and welcomed the new members.