Batam

Hovercraft-like vessel AirFish set to ply S’pore-Batam route from second half of 2026

The AirFish Voyager, designed to carry eight passengers and two crew, is currently being assembled in Singapore.

5 nabbed in Batam anti-drug blitz by Indonesian, S’porean enforcement authorities

The raid was part of CNB's efforts in combatting drug use by Singaporeans and Permanent Residents overseas.

Batam customs office uncovers new way to smuggle used clothing

An officer with the Batam Customs and Excise Office inspects luggage containing used clothing on Dec 10.

Weekend Trip

Batam’s top eats: Cafes, the best kueh lapis and a kelong worth travelling to

Batam's new establishments include Itsumo Tart, which sells high-quality tea-based desserts in an industrial-chic setting.

Indonesia-Singapore twin hub set-up can help businesses strengthen supply chains: EDB

albbk18 - Schneider Electric's smart factory in Batam manufactures products that are shipped via Singapore to customers around the world.

Credit: SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC

Fire at its Batam shipyard on Oct 15 left 13 dead, 18 injured, says Singapore-listed ASL Marine

A fire on Oct 15, 2025, at a Batam shipyard, belonging to an ASL Marine unit, left 13 workers dead and 18 injured.

Indonesia oil tanker catches fire in Batam, killing 10, local police say

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