This will see the introduction of four new stations - CR20, CR21, CR22, and CR23 - that connects commuters to the Jurong Region Line and the East-West Line.
The trains will be similar to those on the Thomson-East Coast Line, but boast wider gangways for improved accessibility.
Comprising 12 stations and spanning 29km, this phase of the construction will link vital stations today, including Hougang, Pasir Ris and Ang Mo Kio.
The LTA has announced that a total of 11 MRT stations will open for passengers service along TEL Phase 3 come 13 November 2022.
The Land Transport Authority has handed over the stations of phase 3 of the Thomson-East Coast Line to SMRT to begin preparations for commuter service.