https://www.scmp.com/rss/320276/feed en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com Singapore and Hong Kong are linguistically and culturally primed to take advantage of the economic giant that is mainland China. The Lion City and Hong Kong are more alike than they are different, and bilateral trade and investment continues to flourish. Singapore is Hong Kong’s eighth largest export market, and it remains its most important trading partner within Asean. Last year, Hong Kong’s exports to Singapore rose 2.3 per cent to slightly less than US$7.5 billion. Major export items... https://www.scmp.com/business/article/2000804/tale-two-cities-bilateral-trade-and-investment-continue-flourish-between?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/business/article/2000804/tale-two-cities-bilateral-trade-and-investment-continue-flourish-between?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 08 Aug 2016 05:51:31 +0000 Singapore consistently ranks in the top five as a destination of choice in Asia for high-powered meetings. The Union of International Associations (UIA) ranked Singapore fourth after the Lion City staged 736 meetings last year – one meeting shy of third-placed Belgium. The United States was the No 1 destination followed by South Korea. The city state welcomed about 3 million travellers who went there for business travel and meetings, incentive travel, conventions and exhibitions (BTMICE), and... https://www.scmp.com/business/article/2000802/smart-choices-strategic-industries-offer-singapore-path-prosperity?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/business/article/2000802/smart-choices-strategic-industries-offer-singapore-path-prosperity?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 08 Aug 2016 05:36:22 +0000 Asia’s most anticipated sporting and entertainment extravaganza is on track to take place from September 16 to 18. The 2016 Formula One Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix will feature some of the world’s best drivers and give fans added entertainment, with special shows during the three-day event. Record crowds of more than 86,000 attended each day last year, including many from Hong Kong. Its popularity is not difficult to fathom. The world’s best drivers navigate the winding circuit of... https://www.scmp.com/business/article/2000791/singapore-revs-lion-city-pole-position-destination-racegoers-and-festival?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/business/article/2000791/singapore-revs-lion-city-pole-position-destination-racegoers-and-festival?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 08 Aug 2016 05:02:59 +0000 It is no secret that Singaporeans are passionate about food. It is part of their national identity, and part of the visitor appeal. This passion extends to being proud of Singapore’s national dishes that have been influenced by numerous cuisines, including Chinese, Malay, Indian, and Peranakan. Hainanese chicken rice Topping the national dish list is Hainanese chicken rice. True, it has its origins in China, and it is available in many Asian countries, but Singapore has claimed the dish as its... https://www.scmp.com/business/article/2000786/singapore-tastes-win-race-go-track-and-enjoy-national-dishes?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/business/article/2000786/singapore-tastes-win-race-go-track-and-enjoy-national-dishes?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 08 Aug 2016 04:52:04 +0000 Asian hospitality sets a high standard globally in the luxury hotel sector and some of the top brands have their roots in Singapore – Raffles, Banyan Tree, Aman Resorts and Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts, which opened its first hotel in the Lion City 45 years ago. “We have a long history in Asia and in many ways have set the benchmark for what luxury represents across the region today,” says Steven Taylor, Shangri-La’s chief marketing officer . “As an owner and operator with ownership in a large... https://www.scmp.com/business/article/2000775/memorable-moments-established-hotel-brands-provide-asian-style-hospitality?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/business/article/2000775/memorable-moments-established-hotel-brands-provide-asian-style-hospitality?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 08 Aug 2016 04:00:30 +0000 Singapore has pioneered how public housing, or Housing and Development Board (HDB) flats, can benefit locals without creating a financial burden. The system is credited with clearing Singapore's slums of the 1960s, allowing low-paid workers a chance to live in state-built housing for a fraction of the cost. Today, Singapore's HDB flats house around 82 per cent of Singaporeans and are considered a model for modern government.  An HDB home helps young families to own their own home and provides a... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1849192/affordable-homes-citizens?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1849192/affordable-homes-citizens?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 13 Aug 2015 06:49:35 +0000 From the glittering office towers of Marina Bay Financial Centre to the luxurious 54-storey Orchard Residences and the restored colonial-era buildings of the Fullerton Heritage precinct, Hong Kong property developers have become a prominent fixture on the Singapore skyline. Hongkong Land, Sun Hung Kai Properties, Cheung Kong Property Holdings and Wheelock Properties are also looking to expand their reach in the city state through land acquisitions or new projects.  "Hong Kong developers have... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1849168/hk-firms-flex-their-muscles?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1849168/hk-firms-flex-their-muscles?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 13 Aug 2015 04:30:45 +0000 Founded in 1967, a mere two years after Singapore entered a brave new world of independence, DP Architects was in the thick of the country's nation-building and urban development, becoming an important contributor to its public projects.  For close to 50 years, DP Architects has been vital in the evolution of Singapore's cityscape through the design of major landmarks, starting with the People's Park Complex. The building is Southeast Asia's first mixed-use development recognised as one of the... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1849160/dp-architects-paves-new-frontiers?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1849160/dp-architects-paves-new-frontiers?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 13 Aug 2015 04:00:30 +0000 It's a red-letter day for the "little red dot", as the small but ubiquitous island nation of Singapore celebrates 50 years of independence. Signifying dreams that are not limited to the city state's physical size, Singapore's spirit - driven by ideals of community resilience, racial harmony and determination - has captivated the global business community.  Companies from London to New York, Tokyo to Dubai have trooped to Singapore to establish their Asian bases. These movements have helped shape... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848953/discovery-reports-reviews?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848953/discovery-reports-reviews?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 12 Aug 2015 09:45:45 +0000 Technology can sometimes be disruptive. Amazon.com's automated warehouse, Google's driverless car and dozens of other inventions are changing the skill sets workers need for the future. To meet this burgeoning demand, Singapore implemented the SkillsFuture programme, which gives Singaporeans of any working age easy access to education to develop the appropriate skills required by the modern city state moving forward. One of the programme anchors, Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT), is fast... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848954/sit-takes-lead-educating-workers?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848954/sit-takes-lead-educating-workers?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 12 Aug 2015 09:45:00 +0000 The world's economic centre of gravity is shifting eastwards, propelled by rapid urbanisation and industrialisation in Asia's developing countries. The economic shift is creating wealth in the region, opening up enormous opportunities for business and investments. Embodying the dynamism of the new Asia, DBS Bank has ascended to greater heights as one of a few institutions to have developed the organisational flexibility, financial strength and product capability to cater to the region's evolving... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848950/dbs-transforms-asian-banking?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848950/dbs-transforms-asian-banking?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 12 Aug 2015 09:30:30 +0000 As higher energy costs challenge the world to meet rising consumption, Asia's robust economic growth is creating new business opportunities in sustainable energy. EDMI - a global leader in smart energy solutions - has joined the race. From its headquarters in Singapore, EDMI brings 35 years of international excellence in designing, developing and manufacturing advanced energy meters and metering systems for the global utility sector to address today's energy challenges. Managing director Jimmy... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848947/edmi-technologies-power-asias?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848947/edmi-technologies-power-asias?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 12 Aug 2015 09:30:15 +0000 With clever urban planning, Singapore has overcome its limited resources like water. In the 1970s, when many foreign companies took advantage of the country's promotion as a quick start-up location, the modern city-state required entrants to recycle at least 60 per cent of their industrial wastewater.  Today, Singapore is a global leader in cutting-edge water-recycling systems. A key player behind this positioning is Darco Water Technologies. With more than 30 years of experience, the home-grown... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848949/darco-water-technologies-relaunch?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848949/darco-water-technologies-relaunch?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 12 Aug 2015 09:30:00 +0000 From drilling, turning, milling to grinding applications used in sectors as diverse as carmaking, engineering, energy, oil and gas and aerospace, there is only one name trusted by industry leaders for their clamping and chucking devices - ROHM. Representing German ingenuity perfected over the past 106 years, ROHM reinforces its commitment to its growing clientele in Asia-Pacific with a new hub in Singapore's German Centre. As the region's economy continues to grow immensely, industries such as... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848945/rohm-brings-german-clamping?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848945/rohm-brings-german-clamping?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 12 Aug 2015 09:15:30 +0000 Market access to South Asia and Oceania has proven challenging for many companies. Nippon Express (South Asia and Oceania) has simplified the supply chain management of these vast markets through its one-stop forwarding and logistics services by managing the Nippon Express group of companies in 13 countries in the region. The Nippon Express group is the only company to offer cross-border trucking service from Shanghai all the way to Singapore. Linking East and South Asia, the company's SS7000... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848944/linking-region-through-one-stop?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848944/linking-region-through-one-stop?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 12 Aug 2015 09:15:15 +0000 Since the internet boom at the turn of the millennium, companies and individuals have depended extensively on the internet for virtually all their business and social needs. Never before has the world been so interconnected at such a global scale.  The downside of this interconnectivity is the increased exposure to fraud and other forms of malicious use of information technology (IT). To protect themselves from these threats, prudent users must be armed with the relevant tools that will enable... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848943/mtech-leading-cybersecurity-and?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848943/mtech-leading-cybersecurity-and?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 12 Aug 2015 09:08:18 +0000 Cross-border trading and investment between Asia-Pacific and the Americas flourish under the guidance of The Bank of Nova Scotia (Scotiabank) in Singapore. Since 1974, Scotiabank has enriched the region's energy, infrastructure, financial services and natural resources sectors with its local relationships and global capabilities. "Developing collaborations, joint ventures and building strong relationships with regional players have been mutually beneficial," says Peter Heidinger, Scotiabank's... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848940/scotiabanks-relationship-focus?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848940/scotiabanks-relationship-focus?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 12 Aug 2015 08:45:15 +0000 With a construction order book of about S$1 billion (HK$5.7 billion) as of August last year and an expansive suite of construction-related businesses, Lian Beng can be considered one of the largest home-grown construction groups in Singapore today.  "Our mission has always been to provide the best quality at the most competitive cost through value engineering," says Ong Pang Aik, executive chairman of Lian Beng. His father, Ong Sek Chong, founded the company in 1973. At the time, it was a... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848941/lian-beng-construction-conglomerate?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848941/lian-beng-construction-conglomerate?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 12 Aug 2015 08:45:15 +0000 In the fast-changing technology industry, a resilient company is characterised by its willingness to continually innovate to create new products.  One such company is Smartflex - a key producer and specialist in the assembly and testing of smart card chip modules. Smartflex changes the way subscriber identity module (SIM) cards have been produced for the past 20 years.  Revolutionising the mobile telecommunications industry, Smartflex challenges the smart card chip's traditional production... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848938/innovation-breakthroughs-transform?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848938/innovation-breakthroughs-transform?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 12 Aug 2015 08:30:45 +0000 Smart cards function as keys to an increasingly digitised world. More people have adopted the use of smart cards because of the convenience and security they offer. With its expertise in smart card connector technology, Linxens provides access to a spectrum of applications that can transform the way Asian customers experience telecommunications, transport, financial and other services.  "Everyone reading this paper has at least one Linxens product in their pockets," says Charles Hosono, Linxens... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848903/linxens-opens-world-smarter?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848903/linxens-opens-world-smarter?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 12 Aug 2015 08:00:15 +0000 Singapore's leading hospitality institute, SHATEC, has been training some of Asia's top hotel and tourism professionals for more than 30 years. Trusted in the region for its competence and cutting-edge methodologies, SHATEC continues to update its offerings via international academic partnerships and mentorship programmes to produce adept and well-rounded graduates. "SHATEC was set up by the industry and for the industry," says Margaret Heng, CEO. "We are focused on skills and key aspects of... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848898/shatec-forefront-hospitality?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848898/shatec-forefront-hospitality?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 12 Aug 2015 07:45:00 +0000 A Singaporean firm formed nearly 60 years ago, RSP Architects Planners & Engineers is one of Asia's top architectural practices today. Propelled by its vision of enriching and transforming lives through visionary master planning and good architectural design, RSP has grown from an initial 16 staff to 1,400 professionals worldwide. Advancing its involvement and expertise in multidisciplinary fields, the firm combines sustainability and aesthetics in creating buildings and public spaces. "We have... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848893/visionary-planning-and-design?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848893/visionary-planning-and-design?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 12 Aug 2015 07:15:00 +0000 Excellent workmanship and good customer relationships, built on trust and professionalism, have propelled Grandwork Interior into a leading high-end interior fit-out company in Singapore. With its newly built 120,000-square-foot manufacturing facility opening this year, Grandwork is fit to soar into greater heights as it develops more collaborations in Southeast Asia, and cultivates joint ventures and acquisitions in China. Serving mostly luxury retail shops in top locations such as the Marina... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848872/quality-workmanship-and-client?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848872/quality-workmanship-and-client?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 12 Aug 2015 05:00:45 +0000 A 45-minute ferry ride away from Singapore's bustling business district, Batam offers more than a convenient location for some of the region's largest, most hi-tech industrial parks. Its proximity to Singapore enables it to emulate the country's best practices, systems and technologies while benefiting from Indonesia's cost efficiency, tax incentives and inexpensive labour. Part of the Indonesia-Malaysia-Singapore Growth Triangle established to boost the economic links among the three countries,... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848856/latrade-bridges-trade-and-tourism?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848856/latrade-bridges-trade-and-tourism?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 12 Aug 2015 04:00:45 +0000 Underpinned by growth in manufacturing activities and rising consumer demand, the Asian economic zone continues to flourish. This has created opportunities for many shipping companies to develop their regional portfolios by leveraging the business environment in countries well-positioned as international maritime centres such as Singapore.  With the inception of its Singapore-based Asia Regional Office (ARO) in 1996, Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) has been steadily building its profile and... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848863/msc-expands-its-growing-presence?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848863/msc-expands-its-growing-presence?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 12 Aug 2015 04:00:15 +0000 The industrial valves market is expecting a boost from the oil and gas sector as more oil and natural gas pipeline projects are being implemented on the mainland and across Southeast Asia. With demand for high-quality and customised valve technology on the upswing, AS-Schneider Asia-Pacific is firmly established to deliver the best-fit solutions to energy and industrial applications in the region. A direct and wholly owned subsidiary of top German industrial valve manufacturer Armaturenfabrik... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848855/schneider-seals-quality-tailored?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848855/schneider-seals-quality-tailored?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 12 Aug 2015 04:00:15 +0000 Not long ago, when Singapore was still a fledgling independent country, nation-building meant paving roads, raising bridges and erecting buildings where there were previously none. The industrial and economic stronghold that is the Singapore of today redefines nation-building as creating a sustainable future where roads withstand the wear and tear of the bustling metropolis, old structures give life to new ones, and waste provides power and resources. In the early 1970s, three lorry drivers had... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848851/samwoh-paves-green-innovative-ways?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848851/samwoh-paves-green-innovative-ways?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 12 Aug 2015 03:30:15 +0000 Business continuity and crisis management planning are among the top concerns of corporations in today's world. As the leading insurance broker and risk management adviser with a legacy of nearly 60 years in Asia and more than 40 years in Singapore, Marsh helps clients succeed by defining, designing and delivering innovative, industry-specific solutions.  "Singapore is an attractive nexus for the insurance and reinsurance sector, and as the leading insurance centre in Asia, it is well-placed to... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848844/marsh-remedies-business-continuity?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848844/marsh-remedies-business-continuity?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 12 Aug 2015 03:00:15 +0000 Collaboration among partners committed to improving the lives of patients with high-quality drugs is critical in the pharmaceutical industry. A. Menarini Asia-Pacific exemplifies this with strong business growth in one of the world's most diversified regions.  Founded in 2005 through the tripartite joint venture of Quintiles, Temasek and Zuellig Group, the company was originally known as Invida Group. In November 2011, Invida was fully acquired by the Menarini Group, the world's largest Italian... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848842/menarini-asia-pacific-reinvents?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848842/menarini-asia-pacific-reinvents?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 12 Aug 2015 03:00:00 +0000 Anybody who has enjoyed a cup of espresso at a Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf branch or dined at Burger King or a Food Republic food court has unknowingly experienced the aesthetic and practical advantages of Comfort Design's furniture. With the most diverse selection of chairs and tables used by the biggest brands in the food, beverage and hospitality industries, Comfort Design has secured a place in Singapore's list of distinguished home-grown companies.  As architects, interior designers or... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848840/seating-asia-design-and-comfort?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848840/seating-asia-design-and-comfort?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 12 Aug 2015 02:45:30 +0000 Just as airports and docks are gateways to many global destinations, Gebr. Heinemann opens doors to a world of travel retail like no other. Since Heinemann established a regional hub in Singapore five years ago, it has elevated the duty-free (DF) shopping experience in Asia through a well-curated variety of brands, products and most importantly, its distinctive service package for establishing retail operations.  With Asia's growing appetite for consumer goods, Heinemann has seen tremendous... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848603/heinemann-raises-stakes-asian-duty?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848603/heinemann-raises-stakes-asian-duty?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 11 Aug 2015 10:00:45 +0000 Memtech International has a track record of identifying the next technological wave, staying ahead of it and growing alongside its clients. The leading components solutions provider for the mobile, information technology and automotive industries has been at the forefront of innovation for 15 years. Growing its revenue from US$800,000 to US$40 million in the first four years, Memtech continues to innovate, serving a burgeoning group of technologically savvy customers and earning US$150 million... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848604/memtech-constant-chase-next-tech?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848604/memtech-constant-chase-next-tech?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 11 Aug 2015 10:00:00 +0000 Overcoming limited space and scarce natural resources, Singapore has become internationally recognised for its environmental sustainability strategy, with recycling as one of its key pillars. Homegrown company LHT is playing a vital role in advancing the government's recycling initiative with its pioneering efforts to transform waste wood and horticultural waste into eco-friendly packaging materials and other wood-based products.  LHT opened the country's first wood waste recycling plant in 1999... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848602/lht-thrives-pioneering-wood-waste?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848602/lht-thrives-pioneering-wood-waste?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 11 Aug 2015 09:45:15 +0000 When Wilhelm Carl Heraeus took over his father's pharmacy in Hanau in 1851, he blazed the trail for succeeding generations by establishing Germany's first platinum foundry.  Through the years, family-run Heraeus Group has built a global reputation in developing and manufacturing sophisticated solutions for high-technology products based on precious and platinum group metals and materials technologies.  "As a German Mittelstand company, we carry the German values of innovation and excellence,"... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848599/heraeus-materials-upholds-legacy?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848599/heraeus-materials-upholds-legacy?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 11 Aug 2015 09:30:15 +0000 A commitment to long-term partnerships with customers, suppliers and employees has been the philosophy guiding Dynamic New Industry Vision International (DNIV) as it enters its 20th year. To mark this milestone, the specialist in surface-mount technology, front-end wafers and back-end integrated circuit packaging is also planning to expand its foothold. "The main purpose of opening offices in various locations is so that we could serve our customers better," says Desmond Ng, director. "When our... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848595/dnivs-long-term-partnership-and?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848595/dnivs-long-term-partnership-and?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 11 Aug 2015 09:00:45 +0000 The shipping industry is a crucial contributor to the growth of the global economy. According to the International Chamber of Shipping, almost 90 per cent of world trade is ferried across the seas. With the shipping industry playing such a critical role, ship management companies such as ISHIMA stand out with their strict adherence to quality and industry standards to ensure the safe voyages of vessel crew and cargo.  As part of d'Amico Societa di Navigazione, one of the leading Italian maritime... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848593/ishima-equips-ships-stricter?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848593/ishima-equips-ships-stricter?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 11 Aug 2015 08:45:00 +0000 While the commoditisation of competitive liner shipping services threatens the stability of ocean carriers, one of the oldest independent British shipping companies continues to navigate towards more promising horizons. Established in 1872 as an operator of Mississippi-style paddle steamers along China's Yangtze River, The China Navigation Company (CNCo) has evolved from its humble origins to become a provider of specialised, regional, multipurpose and handysize shipping services.  "Our history... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848492/china-navigation-charts-steady?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848492/china-navigation-charts-steady?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 11 Aug 2015 04:45:15 +0000 Capitalising on Singapore's prowess as an international maritime centre, Thome Ship Management is proud to be the country's first third-party home-grown ship manager.  As the main unit of Thome Group, Thome Ship Management combines Scandinavian seafaring expertise with the Asian drive and work ethic to provide world-class, client-centred services.  Starting from a team of 16 people 35 years ago, Thome is now the largest international ship management group in Singapore.  Thome Group is recognised... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848496/thome-group-blends-nordic-know-how?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848496/thome-group-blends-nordic-know-how?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 11 Aug 2015 04:45:15 +0000 Since the global financial recession of 2008, increased volatility of the foreign exchange (FX) and money markets has emphasised the need for brokers with excellent records in risk management. Singapore-based G.K. Goh Financial Services (GKGFS), a leveraged foreign exchange brokerage firm with one of the largest volume of transactions in Asia outside Japan valued at US$630 billion as of 2013, is one such company. It continues to achieve client satisfaction through an active diversification... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848497/strong-investment-strategy-yields?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848497/strong-investment-strategy-yields?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 11 Aug 2015 04:45:00 +0000 A young and vibrant company regarded as one of Southeast Asia's leaders in the marine supply industry, Amos International is moving into a state-of-the-art facility in Singapore's Tuas industrial district by the first quarter of next year. The new workshop will serve as the company's headquarters, signifying its transition into a technical services provider for the oil, gas and shipping industries.  "The demand for engineering and repair services has been rising steadily since we started... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848484/amos-international-grows-technical?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848484/amos-international-grows-technical?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 11 Aug 2015 04:15:30 +0000 Geographical reach illustrates strength in logistics, but what defines greatness is imagination. SDV has melded logistics and imagination to gain a broad scope of expertise, including the flexibility to respond to customers' special requirements through fit-for-purpose distribution hubs.  Tracing its history back to 1885, the French logistics and freight forwarding giant has amassed unparalleled experience in intercontinental transport and supply-chain management. Maintaining its position in... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848478/sdvs-regional-distribution-strategy?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848478/sdvs-regional-distribution-strategy?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 11 Aug 2015 04:00:45 +0000 To cope with the ever-changing market environment, customer demands and supply-chain dynamics, companies must continuously re-evaluate strategies to remain competitive and relevant. For Unilite Chemicals - an established niche player dedicated to supplying and distributing chemicals to the industrial manufacturing, food, and waste and water treatment industries - its flexibility and nimbleness propel its business. "We attribute our success to our ability to move with the shifting industry... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848475/unilite-chemicals-stays-buoyant?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848475/unilite-chemicals-stays-buoyant?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 11 Aug 2015 04:00:00 +0000 Innovation, in any industry, is a strategic edge that enables a company to stand out from the competition. For medical devices expert Biosensors International Group, pushing the boundaries of science and technology is a mission with a bigger purpose - benefiting patients with better, longer lives. Biosensors has been impacting countless lives since its founding in 1989 through its research and solutions for diverse cardiovascular, critical care and cardiac imaging applications. Among its... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848469/biosensors-pushes-boundaries?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848469/biosensors-pushes-boundaries?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 11 Aug 2015 03:45:30 +0000 With a culture rooted in integrity, Singapore has become a wellspring of forward-thinking industry leaders such as VicPlas. Leading the way towards sustainability, VicPlas firmly upholds values of quality and excellence in providing total piping solutions.  It is not common knowledge that the name VicPlas and its products are long-standing fixtures behind many walls, ceilings and floors of residential, commercial and industrial spaces. "VicPlas silently serves the nation with our sustainable... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848463/vicplas-piping-excellence?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848463/vicplas-piping-excellence?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 11 Aug 2015 03:45:30 +0000 DMG MORI SEIKI leverages the strong alliance of two world-leading machine tool manufacturers - Germany's Deckel Maho Gildemeister (DMG) and Japan's Mori Seiki - as it raises the bar with best-in-class standards. "We offer global solutions localised for our customers. Having different centres of excellence gives us a distinct advantage in the international markets," says Dr Jens Hardenacke, CEO of DMG Asia.  With proven expertise in manufacturing metal-cutting machines, the company has 154 sales... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848458/dmg-mori-worldwide-trendsetter?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848458/dmg-mori-worldwide-trendsetter?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 11 Aug 2015 03:30:15 +0000 Excellence in diversity - plastics solution provider Sunningdale Tech perfectly encapsulates this ideal as it serves the needs of a variety of industries with the utmost panache. Aiming to offer a one-stop-shop service, Sunningdale has built its technical capabilities over time to accommodate a global clientele.  Sunningdale works with customers from the product development stage all the way to the tooling and moulding stage to transform even the most complex designs into high-quality plastic... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848448/sunningdale-tech-takes-high?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848448/sunningdale-tech-takes-high?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 11 Aug 2015 03:15:00 +0000 Call Singapore a global business magnet or Asia's financial hub, few would argue that the cosmopolitan city-state has caught the attention of every business.  It did not happen by chance.  Its stature in the economic world, ideal geographic location and vibrant lifestyle have made Singapore an unrivalled economic hub. Practising open and transparent policies in business dealings and transactions, the country has made trust the most important business currency.  Kingsland Development, a local... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848444/kingsland-development-building?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848444/kingsland-development-building?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 11 Aug 2015 03:00:00 +0000 Ernest Solvay's family start-up has grown into one of the most successful chemical solution companies. Beginning with a technological breakthrough in soda ash production, Solvay created a company that now brings innovation to many sectors ranging from personal care to agriculture. Solvay Novecare, part of the Solvay Group, has its Asian headquarters in Singapore and specialises in advanced formulations for home and personal care, oil and gas, agrochemicals, industrial formulations and coatings.... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848443/innovation-and-adaptable-solutions?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848443/innovation-and-adaptable-solutions?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 11 Aug 2015 02:45:45 +0000 If Jay Lee had only a dollar to invest, he would put it into technology.  The CEO of Elite International Logistics Singapore has combined technological capability with 30 years of industry experience to build a one-of-a-kind global logistics outsourcing company specialising in the chemical and petrochemical segment.  Absorbing the day-to-day logistical challenges of global giants, Elite strives to achieve for its clients the utmost efficiency and competitiveness by offering a whole suite of... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848441/technology-puts-elite-ahead-total?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848441/technology-puts-elite-ahead-total?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 11 Aug 2015 02:45:00 +0000 Leveraging its Singapore base as the gateway to Asia's maritime and offshore industry, SeaTech Solutions International is building up its reputation as Southeast Asia's largest and leading ship design house.  "Ship design comprises only a small fraction of the overall vessel cost, but about 70 per cent of the total cost is finalised during the design phase," says director Govinder Chopra. "Clients turn to globally recognised designers, and SeaTech rises to the occasion."  The company considers... https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848440/seatech-wields-engineering?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/business/topics/singapore-national-day/article/1848440/seatech-wields-engineering?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 11 Aug 2015 02:30:15 +0000