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announced today (6 September 2024) that it is the first and only Singapore telco to provide throughout our islandwide train network.  This boast came after Singtel deployed 5G network coverage within the six underground MRT lines, including the dotted across the relatively new (TEL, also affectionately known as the Brown Line). In its official statement, Singtel said that deploying 5G to MRT lines was a challenge due to several constraints. All work had to be done during the non-operational hours of these stations to , and there were space limitations, which meant specialised tools were required. Additionally, Singtel  in MRT tunnels to better serve 5G networks and users. The telco has since completed this across all MRT lines. This brings Singtel's total 5G coverage to 1,700 outdoor and 1,000 indoor locations, which also include shopping malls and transport hubs that link to these train stations. The telco has been deploying a 5G network for consumers across Singapore . VivoCity was the network’s , and the telco achieved in 2021. In 2022, Singtel reached , ahead of the of 5G coverage by the end of 2025. In the same year, they also managed to .  The telco then provided 5G access beyond its postpaid customers by bringing , which resulted in a significant shift in 5G affordability.  The rise of 5G connectivity also meant retiring older network technologies to make room for equipment and bandwidth, to which Singtel announced it would retire 3G network coverage progressively, .