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Business expansion

Intelligent risk-taking key to Singapore’s next chapter

The goal is not to invent a new capability, but to reapply this proven strength to foster a bottom-up, privately driven innovation ecosystem, says the writer.
The goal is not to invent a new capability, but to reapply this proven strength to foster a bottom-up, privately driven innovation ecosystem, says the writer.

Branded Content

Why this century-old battery tech is gaining renewed attention now

Gold Peak Technology Group is investing in nickel-zinc batteries, offering data centres a non-flammable alternative to lithium-ion ones.
Gold Peak Technology Group is investing in nickel-zinc batteries, offering data centres a non-flammable alternative to lithium-ion ones.

A case for good business when purpose drives profit

This is a good time to marry purpose and profits, says the writer, citing the example of Sunseap, a Singapore-based developer of solar energy systems in the Republic which was acquired in 2022 for about $1.1 billion.
This is a good time to marry purpose and profits, says the writer, citing the example of Sunseap, a Singapore-based developer of solar energy systems in the Republic which was acquired in 2022 for about $1.1 billion.

Rolls-Royce factory in S’pore gets a boost from expansion of initiative to raise productivity

Minister-in-charge of Energy and Science and Technology Tan See Leng (centre) touring the Rolls-Royce factory on Oct 3.
Minister-in-charge of Energy and Science and Technology Tan See Leng (centre) touring the Rolls-Royce factory on Oct 3.

Singapore medtech firms to get more help with regulations under partnership

(From left) Singapore Manufacturing Federation (SMF) CEO Dennis Mark, Health Sciences Authority CEO Raymond Chua and SMF Medical Technology Industry Group Chairman Eugene Yoo at an Oct 2 conference.
(From left) Singapore Manufacturing Federation (SMF) CEO Dennis Mark, Health Sciences Authority CEO Raymond Chua and SMF Medical Technology Industry Group Chairman Eugene Yoo at an Oct 2 conference.

Nintendo sets up Singapore arm to boost South-east Asia business

A visitor walks past a Nintendo sign during the BitSummit indie gaming expo in Kyoto city, Kyoto prefecture on July 18, 2025.
A visitor walks past a Nintendo sign during the BitSummit indie gaming expo in Kyoto city, Kyoto prefecture on July 18, 2025.

Sheng Siong HQ, warehouse will move to Sungei Kadut for long-term growth

To support its expansion plans, Sheng Siong also intends to adopt new technology that reduces manual handling, minimises error and increases workplace safety.
To support its expansion plans, Sheng Siong also intends to adopt new technology that reduces manual handling, minimises error and increases workplace safety.

Amazon to introduce Whole Foods 365 line to Singapore in brand test

About 300 Whole Foods Market items will be available for shoppers in Singapore from Sept 23.
About 300 Whole Foods Market items will be available for shoppers in Singapore from Sept 23.

S’pore firms heed the roar of Africa’s fast growth and untapped consumer market

alafrica - Mr Dennis Ng (left), founder and executive chairman of Embed Financial Group Holdings and of his firm's advisors Mr Munya Chiura in Zimbabwe. The Singapore firm currently has a presence in several markets in Africa.


Credit: Embed Financial Group Holdings
alafrica - Mr Dennis Ng (left), founder and executive chairman of Embed Financial Group Holdings and of his firm's advisors Mr Munya Chiura in Zimbabwe. The Singapore firm currently has a presence in several markets in Africa.


Credit: Embed Financial Group Holdings

Ikea to open first store in New Zealand 50 years after Australia

The South Pacific nation is part of a global expansion strategy by Ingka Group - the biggest Ikea franchisee.
The South Pacific nation is part of a global expansion strategy by Ingka Group - the biggest Ikea franchisee.

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