Transport & Logistics
Grab and Trans-cab deal called off
Grab and Trans-cab deal called off
Both parties have withdrawn their application from the CCCS.
Hiap Tong Corporation announces board changes
This is in effect as of 25 July.
C&C to distribute Gogoro’s battery-swapping system in Singapore
Shell Recharge partnered with C&C for the battery-swapping stations.
Scorpio Electric granted license for road tests of electric maxi-scooter
The license will be valid for 12 months.
SATS splits gateway services business into two
Ground handling services now have APAC and Singapore divisions.
Grab-Trans-cab acquisition could reduce competition, says CCCS
The acquisition comes amidst a driver shortage affecting competitors, the watchdog said.
LTA to end new diesel vehicle registrations by 2025
Diesel cars registered before 2025 will face higher road taxes.
Keppel's Volt secures contract to develop EV fast-charging hub at Jalan Papan
The hub will host up to 80 ultrafast charging points, including 360kW and 120kW DC chargers.
1 in 3 cars sold in Singapore is an EV
In 2023, EVs only accounted for 18% of car sales.
SG boosts EV adoption with incentives and infrastructure expansion
It includes reducing upfront costs for EV purchases by up to $40,000.
Hiap Tong’s chairman of the audit committee retires
Yee Chia Hsing was recommended to replace Tay.
SATS upgrade airport lounges in Singapore
Improved Premier Lounge at Changi Airport Terminal 3 opened on 3 July.
Singapore Airlines, WFS extend cargo handling tie-up
Three-year contract renewed for UK, France and Belgium.
Major players set taxi surcharges from Changi Airport and Mandai at $8
Trips at other times would incur a surcharge of $6.
SingPost pilots Singapore’s first postal collection via SMRT trains
Mail ambassadors will be assigned to Tampines and Raffles Place MRT stations.
SingPost appoints Merrill Lynch as financial advisor for Australian operations
It is part of the group’s strategy to strengthen its Australian market presence.
Japanese firms secure $242m deal for CRL phase 2 tunnel construction
The firms will construct tunnels between CR18 and CR19 stations.
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