AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoHaze & Business: Toxic Indonesian smoke is disrupting daily life and hitting Singapore businesses, with some F&B operators reporting sales drops of up to 70%. Singapore has named seven Indonesian firms over the fires and is weighing legal action. Shipping & Energy: A Singapore-flagged container ship sank after an attack in the Strait of Hormuz, adding to risks on a vital trade route. At home, Singapore completed its first large-scale ethanol bunkering trial, supplying 5,000 tonnes to a Maersk vessel as it develops standards for alternative marine fuels. Digital Infrastructure: Proposed mandatory efficiency rules would require data centres to meet power-use standards and eventually improve energy and water efficiency, bringing upgrade costs but potentially strengthening Singapore’s position as a trusted digital hub. Growth & Infrastructure: Singapore’s economy grew 5.4% in the third quarter, beating forecasts. Changi Airports International has also launched a centre to help airports improve pavement safety, resilience and maintenance.
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