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Keppel seals S$341mln deal for UK energy-from-waste project
Keppel seals S$341mln deal for UK energy-from-waste project
Runcorn plants to have capacity to treat 750,000 tonnes of waste yearly and generate 70MW electricity.
Changi Airports International starts consultancy for Brunei Airport upgrading
Changi Airports International (CAI), the international arm of Changi Airport Group, has commenced its consultancy work with the Brunei Economic Development Board (BEDB) for the upgrading and development of Brunei International Airport.
MCC Land sets The Canopy EC launching this weekend
Eco- friendly project is built in a comprehensive range of amenities and schools in Yishun.
Frasers Centrepoint's Esparina Residences more than 100% over-subscribed
More than 50% of 1,155 applicants were attracted by EC’s proximity to Buangkok MRT station.
Tiger cancels flights as 2 airplanes suffer problems
Airline's bookings still strong despite report saying carrier has cancelled about 40 flights since September 28.
Prime rental rates flat despite tourist arrivals growth
Rents seen to increase next year as new supply in 2009 and 2010 are eventually absorbed.
Property sector showed steady growth before cooling measures
New measures force demand for resale flats to waver as third quarter unique transactions down 35%.
Office deals surge to $1.7bln in third quarter
$879.5mln DBS Towers 1 & 2 purchase by Overseas Union Enterprises propels commercial property market upswing.
Tenants bullish on Asia Pacific office property markets
Singaporeans put more emphasis on cost savings when choosing an office space than other nationalities.
Tourist arrivals to Singapore up 18% in August
14 out of 15 top markets grew in August with China, Thailand, and Vietnam as leaders.
Talent hunt drives salary increase to 15% in Singapore
Upward pressure on salaries and attrition rates as employees seek ‘greener pastures’.
Racing event brings excitement to local community
120 youths from six organisations treated to watch 2010 Formula 1 Singtel Singapore Grand Prix.
Overseas job seekers revive their career in Singapore
Hays doubles staff to cater 26% increase in permanent jobs registrants and 31% in contractual positions.
MAS penalizes trading representative for false trading
Tan Tan Wee Kiat Melvin paid $50,000 and had his licence suspended for three months.
Prime retail rents stable after contracting seven quarters
Retailers and landlords becoming more optimistic behind higher GDP and tourist arrival estimates.
Property investors upbeat in non-residential sectors
Singapore's rising image as safe, liveable and vibrant city state seen to aid in investment activities.
STB kickstarts experiential learning F1 in Schools World Finals
Singapore offers holistic learning experience by enriching students beyond academic curriculum and help nurture life skills.
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