Singapore authorities nab seven drivers for illegal cross-border ride-hailing at Woodlands, Tuas

Singapore authorities have apprehended seven drivers for operating illegal cross-border taxi services at Woodlands and Tuas land checkpoints, according to a report on October 10. The Land Transport Authority (LTA) revealed the operation was prompted by frequent intelligence from the National Private Hire Vehicle Association and the National Taxi Association.

Senior Minister of State for Transport Sun Xueling stated that 5,400 vehicles have been inspected since July last year, with 254 vehicles impounded. The senior minister emphasized the commitment to enforce strict measures against illegal cross-border service providers, as they endanger passenger safety and impact local point-to-point transport drivers.

LTA warned that those involved in illegal cross-border taxi services could face fines of up to S$3,000 (RM9,570), imprisonment of up to six months, or both, and their vehicles could be seized. The public is urged to utilize only licensed cross-border ride-hailing services like Grab or engage a Singapore-registered cross-border taxi service for transportation between Singapore and Johor Bahru, Iskandar Puteri, Forest City, Kulai, and Senai.