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SGX and London Metal Exchange talk on Asian expansion
Although the scope of projects is not yet certain, both exchanges said they recognise the potential of a tie-up.
SGX and London Metal Exchange talk on Asian expansion
Although the scope of projects is not yet certain, both exchanges said they recognise the potential of a tie-up.
Singapore: a great place to die
We'll find out just how great when EIU releases the results of the Quality of Death Index on 14 July.
SMRT Engineering dumped by Nakheel on Palm Monorail operation
Nakheel has submitted an early termination to take care of its ongoing restructuring.
Singapore ratifies UN Convention on electronic communications
The move is set to strengthen Singapore’s position as trusted global infocomm hub.
Tiger Airways offers special fares on Malaysia routes
The airline slashes Singapore to Kuala Lumpur route fare to S$26 while offering discounts to other routes.
NEC and IE Singapore strike deal to uphold green industry
The two organisations plan to further improve Singapore’s $62.74bln green ICT industry using NEC’s IT and innovative technologies.
Singapore and China expand music and TV collaboration
Fourteen Singapore companies travels to China to develop and promote its cultural industries.
SGX signs MOU with China's Suzhou Industrial Park
The MOU is set to provide quidance to potential listing aspirants as well as facilitate regulatory processes.
Eaton simplifies supervision of uninterruptible power systems
Diversified industrial manufacturer Eaton Corporation introduced the Intelligent Power® Manager software for information technology managers and administrators.
Creating Value Through our Developments
Frasers Centrepoint Limited, the property arm of Singapore’s 127-year¬old Fraser and Neave, Limited, enjoyed a stellar 2009 with a six fold increase in home sales in Singapore even during the global financial crisis. So how did the group do it and what are its plans for the next 5 years? Chief Executive Officer Lim Ee Seng says the firm stayed focused on quality and innovative home projects aimed at the mass and mid-tier segments in Singapore whilst it beefed up its land acquisitions in overseas markets like Australia and China.
CapitaMalls Malaysia Trust raises RM786.5 mln in IPO
Company said at this rate, investors may get distribution yields of as much as 7.2% for forecast period 2010 and 7.5% for forecast year 2011.
Temasek overcomes deficit as it increases value by S$56 billion
Temasek said it will continue to build its institution for the long term and deepen commitment to the wide community in Singapore and the rest of the world.
Tensions arise as reports continue to annoy Parkway
Parkway expresses disapproval on articles in Business Times, Today and The Straits Times dated 7 July 2010.
Logistic sector surges in 2009 despite global downturn
Investment commitments in Singapore's logistics sector reached S$481 million in 2009, which may create more than 1,200 jobs when fully implemented.
MTI to release advance GDP estimates on 14 July
The information will be made available at 8:00 am on government websites.
Ernst & Young donates S$500,000 to President's Challenge and Community Chest
The oldest professional services firm in Singapore celebrated 121st year anniversary on 29 June 2010. Firm marks the occasion held at Capella Hotel, Singapore, with the launch of commemorative book and personal donations by its Partners to the President’s Challenge and Community Chest totaling S$500,000.The President of the Republic of Singapore, His Excellency Mr S R Nathan attended the occasion as Guest-of honor, together with clients, members of the business community, and retired and current Partners of the firm.Mr Ong Yew Huat, Executive Chairman, Ernst & Young LLP said, “As the oldest accounting firm in Singapore, we are proud to still be going strong. We served the trading community in colonial Singapore as well as some of the earliest local companies which have now become the blue chips of our economy. Many of these companies continue to be our clients and we cherish such long-term relationships.”Oldest Big 4 professional services firm is today part of an integrated global organisation. In 1889, Ernst & Young had begun as a one-man accounting firm called Derrick & Co. Today, it has over 2,000 people in Singapore, who are part of the larger global organisation of 144,000 people around the world.Since 2008, Ernst & Young had integrated its country practices in this region to form a single operating Far East Area, alongside other Areas namely Oceania, Americas, EMEIA (Europe, Middle East, India and Africa), and Japan. On 1 July 2010, Ernst & Young combined its Far East and Oceania Areas to create an integrated Asia-Pacific Area, which Singapore will be a part of.“We have begun our integration process a few years back, and are convinced of the benefits of doing so. This is part of our global strategy to stay ahead, and ensure that we continue to maintain a unique and market-leading position in our profession,” Mr Steven Phan, Managing Partner, Singapore and Asean, Ernst & Young LLP comments."
Senoko Energy completes 1,000 days without lost time injury
The latest operating milestone reflects holistic safety programme involving staff and contractors.