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Artist’s impression of possibilities for Pulau Brani under the Greater Sentosa Master Plan (formerly known as Sentosa-Brani Master Plan)

Source: https://www.sentosa.gov.sg/eia-reports/

Hey everyone,

As no one posted updates yet, I want to share something fascinating (at least for me). I’ve been exploring Brani Island from its historical role to its new life as part of Singapore’s grand redevelopment plans and stumbled upon a fascinating entry from the National Archives of Singapore showing Pulau Brani’s past - some old photos and notes that capture the island’s strategic significance in the history, especially when it was under British influence.




Comparing those archival images with the future concepts found on social media is quite surreal. Back then, you can see rugged coastline, military infrastructure, and a quieter sense of life. Fast-forward to now, and there’s talk of Brani Island joining Sentosa in a futuristic Greater Southern Waterfront initiative, complete with waterfront walkways, eco-friendly tourist spots, and possibly even next-gen attractions.

From the press release (https://www.sg101.gov.sg/resources/connexionsg/islandsofsingapore-pulau-brani/) on Pulau Brani to Sentosa Brani Masterplan (https://wilkinsoneyre.com/projects/sentosa-brani-masterplan) showing modern developments, the transformation looks nothing short of remarkable. We might see a total shift from container terminals to leisure hubs - and I can’t help but wonder how they’ll preserve the island’s heritage in the process.

Personally, I’d love to see some of the original historical elements integrated into the new design - like a heritage museum or thematic resort that celebrates Brani’s past. Singapore is good at balancing heritage with modernity, so hopefully they strike the right chord here.

Anyone else curious about how these old sites might be repurposed? Or heard any whispers about official plans for reusing iconic heritage buildings?

Not a single update here?

Status: announced