Singapore

ST Engineering unit bags contract to upgrade Formidable-class frigates of MINDEF

The company expects to complete the upgrade of the first frigate in 2028.

ST Engineering unit bags contract to upgrade Formidable-class frigates of MINDEF

The company expects to complete the upgrade of the first frigate in 2028.

BSL shareholders vote in favour of acquiring Boustead Projects’ shares from Wong Fong Fui 

The shareholders also approved the acquisition of the shares from Wong’s children.

Christopher Albrecht takes seat as Sun Life S’pore’s CEO

Albrecht will lead the strategic and operational aspects of Sun Life Singapore's business. 

Dasin Retail Trust to hold EGM on internalisation of the trustee-manager

Fifteen investors have proposed to remove Dasin Retail Trust Management as trustee-manager of DRT.

Aspire’s new vibrant workplace, a tribute to Singaporean roots

The fintech player named its meeting rooms after iconic MRT stations like Orchard, Marina Bay, and more.

Tee International to acquire signage specialist Carats&Co for $14m

The company will acquire all shares of Carats&Co in two tranches.

Has Singapore lost interest in crypto?

Singapore recorded a 4.12 crypto interest score.

Retrenchments rise to 4,110 in 3Q23

The Ministry of Manpower attributed the majority of the increase to the Wholesale Trade sector. 

Singapore’s top 50 insurers see 3.7% YoY asset decline in 2022

Experts’ industry outlook for 2023-2024 centres on digital evolution with AI, protection gaps, strategic partnerships, and resilience amidst challenges.

Urban Heat Island effect? Low-rise streets emerge as one of the hottest locations in Singapore

Experts suggest that Singapore needs to do more than add greenery to design for heat.

Time-saving the top benefit of AI for Singaporean businesses: Zoom

Both employers and employees near unanimous in saying AI streamlines the workplace

Singapore joins Verra and Gold Standard to develop carbon crediting playbook

This initiative will accelerate the achievement of Nationally Determined Contributions.

ADB lowers 2023 inflation forecast for Singapore to 4.9%

From January to September, Singapore’s inflation rate rose by 5.1% on average.

Singapore Airlines, Marriott International boost partnership to offer more benefits to members

The partners will introduce “status match” to members of its lifestyle programmes.

Singapore Maritime Foundation unveils changes to its board

The organisation will welcome two new board members in 2024.