Utilities
Sembcorp, Aster sign $650m deals for utilities support in Southeast Asia
Sembcorp, Aster sign $650m deals for utilities support in Southeast Asia
Sembcorp will provide integrated gas, power, and utilities services to Aster’s refining and chemical facilities.
Carousell says its users avoided 153,000 tonnes of carbon emissions in 2023
Carousell Group linked this to users choosing pre-owned over new items.
Half of Singaporeans see higher bills from green shift: survey
At the same time, 58% of Singaporeans believe their government has a clear climate action plan.
Singapore brand value hits $105b as Grab tops growth list
Grab stood out as the fastest-growing Singaporean brand this year, with its brand value surging 85% to $1.47b (US$1.1b).
Sembcorp completes sale of interest in SembEnviro
It was sold to an Indonesian company.
Southern Alliance Mining warns of gross and net loss for H1 2025
The net loss is expected to be higher than that of the same period last year.
Nestlé expands R&D in Singapore with focus on alternative proteins
The expansion focuses on alternative proteins, sustainable packaging, and digital transformation.
SIIC Environment Holdings profit inches up in FY2024
The company said revenue was up 0.3% year-on-year to $1.4b (RMB7.6b).
Memiontec clarifies no binding M&A deals amidst 'unusual volume movements'
No definitive or binding agreements have been signed to date.
Zheneng Jinjiang Environment to see significant increase in comprehensive income
This is due to the absence of $50.4m (RMB271.8m) impairment losses from its India projects.
Singapore pushes tech to remain spotless
The city-state’s new funding tranche will help SMEs upgrade their cleaning equipment.
SBF launches roadmap to enhance trade association capabilities
It outlines nearly 20 new initiatives to be rolled out in the next three years.
MAS fines trader $350k for false trading and unauthorized activities
Gui manipulated the prices of shares on 554 occasions for HHL and 56 occasions for HGC, MAS, and Singapore Police Force noted.
King Wan secures $43.7m new mechanical and electrical contracts
The projects are scheduled to be completed between 2027 and 2028.
2025 budget must fund R&D in sustainability and AI governance: KPMG
They also advocate for increased funding in R&D for sustainable technologies and artificial intelligence governance.
Aprisium battles global water crisis in real time
The company does not need a lab because it detects water contaminants on-site.
TADA launches beta ride services in Hong Kong
Booking fees are HK$8 for rides under HK$100 and HK$9 for higher fares.
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