LTA facilitates the development and use of new technologies which are not within the scope of current standards and regulations through a sandbox arrangement. This allows a safe environment to better understand the use, benefits, and associated risks of the new technologies within our local context. Interested applicants can check out the available thematic sandboxes to submit your innovation proposals.
Land Transport Sandboxes
Electric Vehicles
Sandbox for Electric Vehicle Charging Systems (EVCS)
Currently, all Electric Vehicle Charging Systems (EVCS) used in Singapore must comply with existing standards and regulations, such as the Technical Reference 25 (TR25). Advancements in Electric Vehicles (EV) charging technology have led to an increased number of EVCS deploying new technologies which are not covered under the scope of current standards, even as we regularly update these standards.
A responsive and forward-looking regulatory approach will help facilitate the deployment and development of such innovative EVCS. To achieve this, LTA has established an EVCS sandbox framework where such systems can be trialled in a controlled environment.
General Sandbox Enquiry Form
For general enquiries about LTA’s sandboxes, please use our online form.
Application to Sandbox for Electric Heavy Goods Vehicle (e-HGV) Battery Charging and Swapping System (BCSS) Solutions
Vehicular electrification will be a key needle mover for the decarbonisation of the land transport sector. LTA is looking to support the adoption of electric vehicles across all vehicle segments.
In particular, the charging needs of electric heavy goods vehicles (e-HGVs) can be different due to the large batteries needed to support their operational conditions, where traditional plug-in charging methods may not sufficiently meet their needs, especially if they are high mileage vehicles or vehicles that operate 24/7. Hence, LTA is inviting applicants looking to trial e-HGV battery charging and swapping (BCSS) system solutions in a sandbox environment to submit their proposals.
The sandbox will be set up, operated and maintained by the applicant(s), with LTA providing the appropriate regulatory support to ensure the relevant sandboxes provided will continue to comply with prevailing regulatory requirements.
This sandbox application has closed. If your submitted proposal has been shortlisted, we will contact you for further clarifications.
Application to Sandbox for Electric Vehicle Mobile Charging System (MCS) Solutions
Fixed EV charging points in carparks are the primary way to charge EVs in Singapore today. Such EV charging systems can come in various configurations and power ratings.
To explore the viability of new charging technologies and standards, LTA is inviting applicants to trial EV Mobile Charging System (MCS) solutions in a sandbox environment. The intent is to better understand the technology and role of EV mobile charging solution applications in the overall EV charging ecosystem. We also want to assess the safety outcomes from newly developed charging standards.
The sandbox will be set up, operated, and maintained by the applicant(s), with LTA providing the appropriate regulatory support to ensure the relevant sandboxes provided will continue to comply with prevailing regulatory requirements.
This sandbox application has closed. If your submitted proposal has been shortlisted, we will contact you for further clarifications.
