Tag Archives: Singapore

Allianz Halts Income Insurance Acquisition Plan Amid Singapore’s Regulatory Concerns, Reaffirms Commitment to Asia-Pacific Growth

(IN BRIEF) Allianz has withdrawn its offer to acquire a majority stake in Income Insurance Limited following regulatory concerns raised by the Singapore Government and amendments to the Insurance Act. The offer, announced in July 2024, was intended to secure … Read the full press release

Rotterdam-Singapore Green Corridor Advances Decarbonization with Successful Bio-Methane Pilot

(IN BRIEF) The Rotterdam-Singapore Green and Digital Shipping Corridor (GDSC) successfully completed its first pilot for bunkering mass-balanced liquefied bio-methane (LBM) at the Port of Rotterdam. Shell supplied 100 tonnes of LBM, made from waste-based feedstock, to CMA CGM’s LNG-powered … Read the full press release

Barclays Expands in Asia with New Private Bank Booking Centre in Singapore

(IN BRIEF) Barclays is establishing a Private Bank booking centre in Singapore, reinforcing its commitment to Asia as a key wealth hub. The centre, set to launch by 2026, will allow ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) clients and global family offices (GFOs) to … Read the full press release

Merck and NTU Singapore Collaborate to Pioneer Digital Trust Technologies in Asia Pacific

(IN BRIEF) Merck has partnered with NTU Singapore’s Digital Trust Centre (DTC) to advance digital trust technologies in industries requiring high security and compliance. The collaboration will deploy Merck’s digital-physical trust platform in Singapore, the first of its kind in … Read the full press release

Burberry Unveils New Store in Singapore, Bringing Timeless British Heritage to Orchard Road

(IN BRIEF) Burberry has opened a new store in Singapore at the Wisma Atria shopping mall on Orchard Road, designed to blend British architectural heritage with contemporary style. The store features materials like Portland stone and black cast iron, tying … Read the full press release

Hempel Joins RightShip’s Zero Harm Innovation Partners Program to Drive Sustainable Maritime Practices

(IN BRIEF) Hempel has joined RightShip’s Zero Harm Innovation Partners Program, marking a significant step in promoting sustainable maritime practices. The collaboration focuses on Hempel’s Hempaguard, a silicone hull coating that significantly reduces fuel consumption, CO2 emissions, and in-water environmental … Read the full press release

Saab and DSTA Expand Partnership to Advance Underwater Defense Technologies

(IN BRIEF) Saab and Singapore’s Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA) have expanded their partnership through a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance underwater defense technologies. Building on a 2023 agreement, the collaboration now includes joint studies on operational … Read the full press release

Saab, Thales, and ST Engineering Unite to Modernize Singapore’s Air Traffic Management Infrastructure

(IN BRIEF) Saab, Thales, and ST Engineering have partnered to modernize Singapore’s Air Traffic Management (ATM) infrastructure through a Memorandum of Understanding signed at the Sweden–Singapore Royal Business Forum. The collaboration combines Saab’s advanced Digital Tower Suite, Thales’ ATM expertise, … Read the full press release

Prudential Unveils AI Lab in Singapore to Drive Innovation and AI Adoption

(IN BRIEF) Prudential has launched the Prudential AI Lab in Singapore to accelerate the integration of AI technologies across its operations, aiming to enhance customer experience, streamline services, and promote innovation. The Lab will collaborate with government agencies, academic institutions, … Read the full press release

Standard Chartered and Ant International Achieve 24/7 Liquidity Transfers via Blockchain-Powered Whale Platform

(IN BRIEF) Standard Chartered and Ant International have completed SGD-denominated liquidity transfers using Ant’s blockchain-powered Whale platform, advancing real-time, 24/7 treasury management. The platform uses blockchain and AI to enhance fund transfer efficiency, transparency, and security for Ant’s global treasury … Read the full press release

Standard Chartered and Ant International Complete First HKD Blockchain Transactions, Pioneering New Treasury Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Standard Chartered has conducted its first blockchain-based HKD intra-group transactions with Ant International, using Ant’s Whale platform for more efficient treasury management. This collaboration demonstrates both companies’ commitment to leveraging advanced technology for secure, transparent transactions, with Standard … Read the full press release

trinamiX to Present Innovative Recycling Solutions at PRSA 2024 in Singapore

(IN BRIEF) trinamiX GmbH, a subsidiary of BASF specializing in mobile spectroscopy solutions, will showcase its innovative plastic and textile identification technologies at the Plastics Recycling Show Asia (PRSA) 2024 in Singapore on November 13-14. The company aims to highlight … Read the full press release

Standard Chartered Unveils Sustainable Finance Options with New Borrowing Base Trade Loans

(IN BRIEF) Standard Chartered has officially launched its Sustainable Finance variants of Borrowing Base Trade Loans (BBTL), enhancing its suite of Sustainable Trade Finance solutions to support the decarbonization of the commodities sector. This innovative financing option will be accessible … Read the full press release

PATRIZIA Partners with Far East Organization for Strategic Repositioning of Iconic Pinners Hall in London

(IN BRIEF) PATRIZIA has partnered with Singapore’s Far East Organization to spearhead the repositioning of Pinners Hall, a landmark office building in London, into a premier office space. This initiative aligns with PATRIZIA’s “future of the office” strategy and will … Read the full press release

Brightsight Singapore Achieves EMVCo Accreditation, Boosting Payment Security Certification in Asia

(IN BRIEF) Brightsight, an SGS company, has received official recognition from EMVCo for its Singapore facility, making it an authorized laboratory for conducting EMV security evaluations on platforms and applications (ICC). This accreditation allows Brightsight to provide local and international … Read the full press release

International Consortium Invests €35 Million in Abolis Biotechnologies for Sustainable Growth

(IN BRIEF) Abolis Biotechnologies has secured €35 million from a global consortium of investors, including Evonik Venture Capital, BOLD (L’Oréal’s fund), and the DeepTech & Climate Fonds. This investment will help the company expand its biomanufacturing capabilities and bring sustainable, … Read the full press release

ST Telemedia Global Data Centres Switches to Neste’s Renewable Diesel in Singapore

(IN BRIEF) ST Telemedia Global Data Centres (STT GDC) has become the first data center operator in Singapore to power its backup generators with Neste MY Renewable Diesel™, thanks to a collaboration with Neste. The switch, made in July 2024, … Read the full press release

Strategic Expansion in Data Centre Consulting: i3 Solutions Group Joins Forces with Ramboll

(IN BRIEF) Ramboll has acquired i3 Solutions Group, a UK and Singapore-based data centre consulting firm, strengthening its global presence in data centre consulting. This acquisition, following Ramboll’s 2022 purchase of EYP Mission Critical Facilities, expands its expertise in strategy, … Read the full press release

Siemens Mobility Secures Major Contract to Power Singapore’s Cross Island Line

(IN BRIEF) Siemens Mobility has secured a 270 million Euro contract to lead a consortium in delivering the power supply system for Singapore’s Cross Island Line. The project will include the design, supply, installation, and commissioning of advanced electrical systems, … Read the full press release

Prudential Partners with Google Cloud to Launch AI Lab, Pioneering the Future of Insurance and Healthcare in Asia and Africa

(IN BRIEF) Prudential and Google Cloud have partnered to launch an AI Lab in Singapore, focused on developing AI-driven solutions to enhance customer experiences, improve healthcare access, and optimize operations in the insurance sector. The Lab will empower Prudential’s 15,000 … Read the full press release