Singapore to ban caged lorries for worker transport from 2027Singapore skylines are seen from Marina Bay. (Photo: Saritdet Marukatat)Singapore will prohibit the use of caged lorries for transporting workers starting next year to mitigate safety risks during accidents or fires, Channel News Asia reported on Wednesday. Between 500 to 1,000 of the 50,000 lorries currently in operation utilise caged decks, it said. The policy shift follows a surge in public outcry triggered by viral social media footage, although there’s been no major mass-casualty event specifically involving caged lorries. Videos have showed workers locked behind chained and padlocked gates, intensifying scrutiny on transport safety and the potential for them to be trapped during roadside emergencies.

Source: Bangkok Post March 05, 2026 15:08 UTC