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MPA uses digital twin to de-risk port innovation

Virtual replica guides charging, safety, and drone operations.

Austin centre links Singapore to Texas and broader US, Deputy PM Gan says

US expansion links SEA trade flows with Texas industrial growth.

DBS appoints sustainability leader to drive Asia’s low-carbon push

Kelvin Wong will serve as Chief Sustainability Officer, starting 11 May.

EnterpriseSG powers Singapore’s push into US market with Austin Overseas Centre

The centre seeks to strengthens SG access to US tech, energy and manufacturing

CCS clears GlobalFoundries’ AMF acquisition with no competition concerns

The combined market share of the two parties is considered low by the regulator.

Luxury home sales hold firm in Q1 as CCR deals rise

New sales and ultra-luxury transactions support stable luxury market momentum.

SMRT pilots AI platform ‘JARVIS’ for predictive rail maintenance

The system uses GenAI and vector search to deliver engineering insights.

Transport Equipment posts lowest job vacancy rate at 1.2% in December 2025

The Air Transport and Printing sectors follow closely at 1.8%.

Savills expects up to $40b Singapore investment sales boom in 2026

Low rates and capital inflows drove the stronger outlook across key property sectors in 2026.

Weak listings weigh on SGX despite strong trading: RHB

RHB slashes new listing forecasts from 10 to five for the second half of FY26.

Investor interest for Japan homes doubles in Q1 with focus on Tokyo

Completed or renovated units in established neighbourhoods are gaining traction.

Capital World advances Johor mall plans as Mustafa Centre fit-out begins

Johor Bahru mall gains major tenant as Capital World pushes retail buildout near JS-SEZ corridor.

Economy grows to 4.6% in Q1, though Middle East conflict clouds outlook

Manufacturing growth slowed to 5%, while construction rose by 9%.

MAS tightens monetary policy as inflation outlook lifted to 2.5% cap

The Singapore dollar is set to appreciate faster to help curb rising price pressures.