Singapore’s FairPrice Group (FPG) has signed a partnership agreement with South Korea’s Lotte Retail, marking the first collaboration between the two retail giants in Southeast Asia. The deal, finalized on August 28, will introduce a wider variety of Lotte Mart’s...
The Land Transport Authority (LTA) has announced the launch of the Bus Connectivity Enhancement Program (BCEP), aimed at improving Singapore’s public bus network to better address evolving commuter needs. The initiative focuses on enhancing accessibility in both...
Databricks has officially established Singapore as its regional headquarters for the Asia Pacific and Japan (APJ) region, with plans to expand its workforce in the country significantly. In collaboration with the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB), Databricks...
The recently released National Population Health Survey (NPHS) 2023 by Singapore’s Ministry of Health highlights encouraging improvements in several lifestyle and preventive health areas. Notable gains include an increase in physical activity, a decline in...
Singapore is advancing its plans to integrate low-carbon hydrogen into its energy mix, aiming to establish a framework of policies and laws to support the fuel’s future use. The Energy Market Authority (EMA) has initiated a study to explore key areas such as...
Singapore has taken a significant step in its energy future by signing a 30-year civil nuclear cooperation agreement with the United States. The agreement, known as the 123 Agreement, will provide Singapore access to US nuclear expertise and advanced technologies,...
The Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) has announced a commitment of SGD 32 million (USD 24.5 million) in fresh funding over the next two years to further drive corporate venturing through the third edition of its Corporate Venture Launchpad (CVL) program....
Saab has secured a significant contract with Singapore’s Defence Science & Technology Agency (DSTA) to provide six composite superstructures for the Republic of Singapore Navy’s (RSN) new Multi-Role Combat Vessels (MRCVs). The contract encompasses the detailed...
As part of its ambitious goal to produce 30% of its own food by 2030, Singapore has unveiled a cutting-edge Agritech Lab in collaboration with Powerplants Australia and Priva Building Intelligence GmbH, and Republic Polytechnic. This new facility is a hub for the...
Organon, a US-based healthcare company focused on advancing women’s health and community well-being, has recently announced the launch of its Foreign Investment Enterprise (FIE) in Vietnam. This strategic development represents a major step in the...
Google is contemplating the construction of a substantial data center in Vietnam, potentially marking the first major investment by a prominent U.S. tech firm in the Southeast Asian country. The proposed “hyperscale” data center would be located near Ho...
US-based liquefied natural gas (LNG) importer Excelerate Energy has signed a term sheet with ITECO Joint Stock Company, a private Vietnamese development firm, to jointly develop a new LNG import terminal in Haiphong, Vietnam. The Northern Vietnam LNG Terminal (NVLT),...
