“How can I find a place in two months?”: Punggol East Container Park tenants face sudden exit
Some are worried about their employees, while others lament an early closure More than 50 tenants at the Punggol East Container Park are packing their bags by the end of Oct as the land is returned to the government. The beloved hangout spot, which houses an eclectic mix of restaurants, bars, sports facilities and even […]
Over 50 tenants at Punggol East Container Park are preparing to leave by the end of October as the land is set to be returned to the government. Operated by social enterprise City Sprouts, the park features a diverse range of amenities including restaurants, bars, sports facilities, and a prawning pond. Tenants expressed concern over their employees and livelihoods, with some worried about finding new premises within a two-month time frame.
The container park will be handed back to the Singapore Land Authority (SLA) upon the expiry of its lease on December 31, 2026, and all tenants must cease operations by October 31, 2026, and hand over their respective premises to City Sprouts by that date. City Sprouts was notified in May to vacate the site and carry out reinstatement works within the stipulated timeline.
City Sprouts explained that the site was earmarked for future residential redevelopment as part of Singapore's Master Plan for the district. The social enterprise expressed its disappointment and shared the uncertainty faced by its tenants, many of whom have spent years building a loyal customer base at the site.
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