The Traffic Police (TP) conducted a two-day enforcement operation against errant lorry drivers from 9 to 10 June 2025.
The enforcement operations were conducted at various locations islandwide. During the enforcement operations, a total of 56 lorries were stopped for checks and 32 traffic violations committed by lorry drivers were detected including 17 speeding offences. Summonses were issued for a wide range of traffic offences, including speeding, using a mobile communication device while driving and failing to wear a seatbelt.
Please refer to Annex A for the penalties of the traffic offences.
During the operations, TP officers engaged the lorry drivers to raise awareness about the new speed limiter requirements. They were provided with a QR code linking to the Singapore Police Force website for information on authorised speed limiter installation agents to book the appointment early, and were advised to share this with their company, where applicable.
Head of Research, Planning and Organisational Development Branch of Traffic Police, Superintendent of Police Lian Weixiong, said, “In today’s operation targeting lorries, Traffic Police detected at least 10 speeding violations. This shows that some lorry drivers continue to disregard traffic laws, risking the lives of other road users. I urge lorry owners required to install speed limiters to do so early to avoid speeding offences and accidents on the roads. Speed limiters will be mandatory for lorries in phases from 1 January 2026.”
To enhance road safety, TP will require lorries with a Maximum Laden Weight (MLW) of between 3,501kg and 12,000kg to be installed with speed limiters according to the deadlines shown in Table 1. These devices will ensure that these lorries do not go beyond the speed limit of 60km/h. Companies and lorry owners should approach an authorised agent as soon as possible to arrange for the installation of a speed limiter. Early compliance not only meets regulatory requirements but also contributes to safer roads for all road users. The list of authorised agents is available on the Singapore Police Force’s website.
The installation of speed limiters is one of many important measures to enhance road safety. TP will continue to work with the transport industry and conduct enforcement operations to ensure compliance with road traffic rules. All road users are reminded to practice responsible driving to prevent accidents and keep our roads safe.
Annex A
Penalties of Traffic Offences
Speeding
The offence of speeding under Section 63(4) of the Road Traffic Act 1961 carries a fine of up to $1,000, a jail term of up to three months, or both. Repeat offenders are liable to a fine of up to $2,000, a jail term of up to six months or both.
Using a Mobile Communication Device While Driving
The offence of using a mobile communication device while driving under Section 65B(1) of the Road Traffic Act 1961 carries a fine of up to $1,000, or a jail term of up to six months, or both. Repeat offenders are liable to a fine of up to $2,000, a jail term of up to 12 months or both.
Failing to Wear a Seatbelt
The offence of failing to wear a seatbelt under Rule 4 of the Road Traffic (Motor Vehicles, Wearing of Seat Belts) Rules 2011 carries a fine of up to $1,000, a jail term of up to three months, or both.
Annex B
Photographs from the Two-Day Operation
A Traffic Police officer conducting checks on a lorry driver during the operation. ▼
A Traffic Police officer engaging a lorry driver during the operation. ▼
An officer using the Police Speed Laser Camera targeting lorries during the enforcement operation. ▼
SINGAPORE POLICE FORCE
11 June 2025 @ 2:00 PM