Singapore Manufacturing Federation charts path for human-centric manufacturing in AI era

Source: SMF. From left: Nigel Lee, Singapore GM, Lenovo Singapore; Christanto Suryadarma, Sales VP, Zebra Technologies; Terry Gao, MD, Huawei; Lennon Tan, President, SMF; Alvin Tan, Singapore Minister of State for Trade and Industry; Albert Chan, VP, Inkjet Supplies & Ink Operations, HP Singapore; and Tony Kang, Business VP, Secure Power, Singapore and Brunei Cluster, Schneider Electric during MNC-SME Alliance MoU signing ceremony.

The manufacturing sector, currently the second-largest contributor to Singapore’s gross domestic product (GDP), will continue to be a critical driving force of the nation’s economic growth, said the Singapore Manufacturing Federation (SMF). But to maintain its transformation momentum and realise its goals of becoming a global advanced manufacturing hub, Singapore must navigate the disruptions of technologies like AI and learn to balance the intersection of technology with human potential to create a more resilient manufacturing ecosystem, concluded participants of Manufacturing Day Summit 2025, SMF's flagship conference.

Themed Smart Collaboration: Humanising the Future of Manufacturing in the Age of AI, Manufacturing Day Summit 2025 showcased the transformative role of AI in manufacturing while emphasising that human creativity is indispensable.

Key highlights at the event included the launch of the MNC-SME Alliance with SMF as the key facilitator and orchestrator. The alliance offers a collaborative platform for multinational corporations (MNCs), local small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as well as ecosystem partners.

It aims to support Singapore’s Manufacturing 2030 goals by driving innovation, enhancing supply chain competitiveness, and accelerating the adoption of advanced manufacturing practices, and is designed to create business opportunities between MNCs and SMEs, while facilitating knowledge sharing, capability building, and co-development opportunities. Ultimately, the alliance will prepare SMEs for global challenges in alignment with SMF’s Industry 5.0 vision. 

Applied Total Control Treatment (ATC), Lenovo, Zebra Technologies, Continental and IBM are alliance members, together with ecosystem partners A*STAR Singapore Institute of Manufacturing Technology (A*STAR SIMTech), UOB and the Singapore Institute of Technology’s Innovation Leadership Programme. The programme is a public course designed to equip SMEs with practical strategies and skills to drive innovation, enhance collaboration with MNCs, and scale their operations effectively in a global market.  

Lenovo shared their work with ST Logistics, one of the largest logistics and warehousing providers in Singapore, to streamline processes and enhance operational efficiency through AI, automation and robotics. The joint case study featured Industry 5.0 applications and will pave the way towards a smarter and more innovative manufacturing future.

“The future of manufacturing is not about replacing humans with machines, but about creating a powerful synergy between human ingenuity and AI capabilities,” said Lennon Tan, President, Singapore Manufacturing Federation.

“Through strategic partnerships and knowledge sharing, we are building a smarter and more resilient manufacturing ecosystem that empowers our workforce, drives innovation, and strengthens Singapore’s position as a global manufacturing hub. This collaborative approach is essential as we look towards the next 60 years and beyond.”

At the event, HP, Huawei, Lenovo, Schneider Electric and Zebra Technologies were awarded Honorary Gold certifications under the Green Excellence for Manufacturing (GEM) Mark programme, part of SMF’s Chief-Sustainability-Officer-as-a-Service (CSOaaS) initiative. This certification recognises organisations that have achieved advanced sustainability levels and demonstrated a strong commitment to sustainable operations. 

Eligible companies must have consistently excelled in sustainability reporting and continually enhanced their sustainability practices, setting a benchmark for others to follow. The CSOaaS programme, launched at last year’s Manufacturing Day Summit, empowers SMEs with the tools and guidance necessary to incorporate sustainable practices into their operations.

In addition, the Manufacturing Day Summit shone a spotlight on the significance of developing a skilled and future-ready manufacturing workforce that will support SG60’s manufacturing ambitions. A new Learning-and-Development-Solutions-as-a-Service (L&DSaaS) initiative from SMF will address the critical need for a skilled, adaptable workforce in SMEs. By offering tailored training, leadership development, and advanced digital learning, the L&DSaaS helps to build resilient businesses through strengthening workforce capabilities, driving innovation, and enhancing operational effectiveness.

The SMF Centre for Corporate Learning (SMF-CCL) also announced that SMF-CCL and Duke Corporate Education (Duke CE) are working on an initiative to empower enterprises to lead a sustainable future amid the climate crisis. Leveraging Duke CE's global leadership expertise, the collaboration will culminate in an e-learning platform with curated sustainability programmes to equip organisations with the knowledge to tackle complex manufacturing and supply chain challenges, foster innovation and drive sustainable, scalable impact for long-term success.

The L&DSaaS and partnership with the Duke CE will target 100 companies and benefit approximately 2,500 employees.

To further support the growth and development of manufacturing SMEs, SMF and NTUC U SME also inked an MOU to create awareness of training available for SMEs to transform their workforce. With SMEs representing 99% of all businesses in Singapore, SMF and U SME want to encourage SMEs to adopt new technologies; support workers’ training and development; and facilitate harmonious labour-management relations.

Beyond upskilling the existing workforce, SMF is also focused on nurturing the next generation of manufacturing talents. The association inked an MoU with Ngee Ann Polytechnic and Flexspeed Technology to enhance workforce development in Singapore’s manufacturing sector. The five-year collaboration, supported by factory automation specialist FANUC, will promote upskilling and technology adoption of robotics automation through customised training programmes, workplace learning initiatives, and technology development projects.

“Sustainability and talent development are twin pillars of a resilient and forward-looking manufacturing sector,” said Dennis Mark, CEO, Singapore Manufacturing Federation. 

“We hope that initiatives and collaborations like these will not only drive innovation and environmental responsibility but also ensure the industry is well-equipped with the talent and capabilities needed to grow Singapore into an advanced manufacturing hub.”

Three quarters of organisations see social unrest as a top risk in 2025

International SOS has released its 2025 Risk Outlook report, revealing essential insights into the mounting challenges for organisational and workforce resilience, alongside risk predictions for 2025. 

The research uncovers a fragmenting world, with 65% of the surveyed senior risk professionals perceiving that risks have increased over the past year and 69% think it is likely geopolitical tensions will have a significant impact on their business and/or people in 2025. Three quarters of the primary decision-makers surveyed see social and political unrest as a top risk. This comes as 78% think it is likely burnout and stress will have a significant impact on their business and/or people in the coming year.

Even in the ongoing permacrisis environment, the new research highlights that some of the most significant risks are those for which respondents said they were least prepared, including conflict, geopolitical tensions, and protests.

Sally Llewellyn, Global Security Director at International SOS, explained: "The interconnected nature of today’s risks are creating an environment where issues escalate quickly and unpredictably. Geopolitical tensions are triggering supply chain disruptions and cyberthreats, while misinformation and disinformation amplify confusion, eroding trust within organisations and across borders. These complexities demand a shift from reactive to predictive strategies, leveraging intelligence-driven insights and cross-functional collaboration. 

"While the challenges are significant, organisations that take a systematic approach to understanding and mitigating these layered risks can not only protect their people and operations but also strengthen their resilience in an era of uncertainty."

Geopolitical instability ranked as a top concern for organisations heading into 2025, underscoring the fragility of a deeply interconnected global landscape, International SOS said. Businesses are now contending with an environment where conflicts are not confined to political borders but reverberate across industries, economies, and supply chains. 

Report highlights include:

- Three quarters of respondents who are primary decision makers think political and social unrest and protests are likely to have a significant impact on their business and/or people in the next 12 months.  

- Nearly three quarters (74%) of surveyed primary decision makers also express the belief that geopolitical tensions are likely to have a significant impact on their business and/or people in the coming year.

- Seven in 10 (73%) of surveyed primary decision makers highlight their belief that transport risks and disruptions are likely to have a significant impact on their businesses and/or people in the next year. The risks are manifesting in varied and often overlapping ways. In the Middle East, the ongoing crises are intensifying polarisation, for example.

The increasingly volatile geopolitical landscape is taking a profound toll on mental health with 65% of participants predicting that political stress and anxiety will have a significant impact on their business and/or people in 2025. These pressures are compounded by broader wellness risks that the following percentage of surveyed experts predict are likely to have a significant impact on their business and/or people over the next 12 months:

• Stress and burnout: 78%
• Impact of the cost-of-living crisis: 75%
• Mental health conditions: 70%
• Quiet quitting: 52%
• Climate change anxiety: 45%

Dr Irene Lai, Global Medical Director at International SOS, said: "The seemingly unstable, unpredictable and uncontrollable nature of global events, coupled with the cost-of-living crisis, are major factors contributing to employee stress and burnout. Businesses that proactively invest in employee wellbeing are building operational resilience. Creating a healthy workplace includes protecting and promoting mental health, which will not only help employees weather these stresses but also drive higher engagement, productivity, and retention – essential for navigating a rapidly changing world."

Despite the many complexities and challenges organisations face today, there are clear pathways to building resilience, International SOS said. According to the report, resilient organisations share three key characteristics:

Access to actionable intelligence

Decision-makers need timely, relevant, and verified information tailored to their organisation's specific risks. This is critical in addressing misinformation and disinformation; 27% of participants reported that their organisation has been impacted by misinformation, with a further 32% reporting being unsure if misinformation has impacted their organisation – a potential blind spot.

Integrated risk management platforms

Unified risk management systems streamline processes and enhance the productivity of risk managers. These platforms also enable seamless communication across teams, which can help leaders support their employees in when dealing with the impacts of risks such as extreme weather (nearly half, or 49% of experts believe that the health impacts of natural disasters and extreme weather events will have a significant impact in 2025). By providing a single platform of reliable information, organisations can respond swiftly to both anticipated and unforeseen risks.

Optimised resource allocation

Consolidating resources allows organisations to prioritise high-risk areas without overextending. For example, 64% of respondents highlight increasing employee expectations about duty of care. This finding makes it essential to embed proactive health, safety, and security measures into operations, International SOS said, to address current and emerging risks.

Pullman Singapore invites guests to celebrate

Source: Pullman Singapore. Chinese New Year at MOGĀ.

 

Pullman Singapore Hill Street, the essence of luxury in the heart of the city, is celebrating the year of the snake with an array of auspicious dining experiences and festive offerings. This Chinese New Year, Pullman Singapore Hill Street features menus that blend tradition with modernity, symbolic cocktails that toast to fortune at MOGĀ, and vibrant yusheng platters at Madison’s.

A culinary celebration of prosperity

MOGĀ, the modern Japanese Izakaya-inspired cocktail bar, offers Chinese New Year set menus: The Fortune Set (S$198++) and The Prosperity Set (S$278++), available for lunch and dinner on Mondays to Saturdays from 11 January to 12 February 2025. 

Designed to be enjoyed by up to four guests, these menus symbolise the abundance and joy associated with the Lunar New Year, through a seamless blend of Japanese artistry and Chinese tradition.

Start your feast with the Pullman lohei (捞起), featuring a medley of smoked salmon, black ‘gold’ (garlic) emulsion, crispy hashbrowns, and more, tossed by diners to good fortune and success. The Fortune Set and Prosperity Set feature highlights such as chicken tsukune, a tender minced chicken creation paired with sous vide egg and elevated with a rich teriyaki spicy sauce. 

Another standout is the truffle teriyaki edamame, a luxurious twist on a classic Japanese snack, followed by kuruma ebi tempura, where lightly battered botan shrimp are complemented by sea salt wasabi mayo. End the meal on a sweet note with black sesame gelato, complemented by cookie crumble and matcha dust. 

The Prosperity Set includes Tokyo broil, which showcases seared Wagyu striploin, served with yakiniku sauce, broccolini, and garlic chips.

The cocktail bar has concocted the Prosperity pop (S$23++) for the Lunar New Year. Inspired by the auspicious mandarin orange, this refreshing drink symbolises good fortune and abundance. Available on Mondays to Saturdays from 11 January to 12 February 2025, from 6 pm onwards.

Toss to new beginnings

At Madison’s, celebrate the spirit of togetherness with The Pullman lohei, a traditional yusheng available daily from 11 January to 12 February 2025. Crafted with auspicious ingredients like smoked salmon, traditional Chinese and homemade pickles, and the black ‘gold’ (garlic) emulsion, the lohei platters are available in two sizes: at S$58++ (serves 3-4 pax) and S$108++ (serves 10-11 pax). Advanced reservations are highly encouraged.

The Peninsula Hong Kong to welcome the year of the snake with time-honoured traditions

As it has for the past four decades, The Peninsula Hong Kong will herald the arrival of the Lunar New Year with one of the city’s most beloved lion and dragon dance performances – a tradition that symbolises prosperity and good luck for the upcoming year. 

The awakening ritual of nine lions and one dragon will begin at 9:30 am on 29 January 2025 in the hotel forecourt, after which the dance will continue through the lobby to other areas of the hotel to bring luck, blessings and good fortune to hotel guests and staff alike throughout the year. 

 

Source: The Peninsula Hong Kong. Dragon dance for the Lunar New Year.

This year, the dance troupe will include three exclusive Peninsula red and gold lions, all of whose costumes depict the Chinese character for the hotel’s name on the back of their heads. 

Guests who visit the hotel on 29 January 2025 can also receive their own auspicious Lunar New Year keepsakes: fai chun (揮春), traditional calligraphy ornaments representing good health, happiness and prosperity, will be distributed at The Verandah and Spring Moon from 11:30 am – 2:30 pm and 6 pm – 8 pm. 

A second lion and dragon dance performance will be hosted at The Peninsula Hong Kong at 8:30 am on the fourth day of the Lunar New Year (1 February) – a day regarded as the birthday of the god of wealth. Once again, the dance will begin in the hotel forecourt and proceed through the hotel lobby. 

Gourmet Lunar New Year gifts 

A collection of epicurean treats created by the chefs at The Peninsula Hong Kong’s Michelin-starred Spring Moon restaurant includes the Divine Treasures hamper as well as a tempting selection of traditional puddings, are all elegantly packaged in gift boxes inspired by Spring Moon’s Art Deco-style stained glass windows. 

- Divine Treasures hamper (HK$3,288): a multi-compartmented hamper filled with gourmet treats, including red date pudding, XO Chilli Sauce, Sichuan Chilli Sauce, Chiu Chow Chilli Sauce, Caramelised sesame walnuts, aged Yunnan pu-Er tea, and a bottle of The Peninsula Haut Batailley Verso Pauillac, a fine Bordeaux red wine from Médoc. 

- Red date pudding (HK$488): created by Chinese Cuisine Executive Chef Lam Yuk Ming, is based on a recipe once favoured by the Qing Dynasty’s Imperial consorts. It incorporates layers of red dates from Xinjiang and coconut.

- Turnip pudding (HK$488): a savoury turnip pudding made with flavourful air-dried meat and conpoy.

- Taro pudding (HK$418): a savoury pudding made with taro yams, dried shiitake mushrooms, and meat cured Chinese-style.

- Water chestnut pudding (HK$418): a sweet pudding made with both freshwater chestnuts and water chestnut flour that has a crunchy texture and a delicate aroma.

- New year pudding (HK$418): a traditional Chinese New Year treat, this pudding is crafted with premium glutinous rice flour and brown sugar.

- A selection of Spring Moon’s coveted artisanal dipping sauces, made from secret recipes, are also available. These include Chiu Chow chilli sauce (HK$248), Sichuan chilli sauce (HK$348), and XO chilli sauce (HK$428). Guests who purchase any Chinese New Year puddings at Spring Moon can enjoy the restaurant’s signature XO chilli sauce at HK$360.

Details

All items can be purchased online at The Peninsula e-shop, https://eshopphk.peninsula.com/. 

Guests who have pre-ordered hampers and Chinese New Year puddings can collect the gift certificates from now until 14 January 2025 at Spring Moon, 1/F, The Peninsula Hong Kong. 

Gift certificates, Chinese New Year puddings and hampers can be collected from 15 – 28 January 2025 at Hankow II, 6/F, The Peninsula Office Tower, 18 Middle Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong. 

Celebratory Cantonese feasts

Guests are invited to welcome the Lunar New Year at the Michelin-starred Spring Moon. Festive offerings from Chef Lam Yuk Ming and his team include traditional dishes like poon choi (盆菜), a signature dish which signifies abundance and affluence for the year ahead. Meant for sharing, poon choi is filled to the brim with bounty such as whole five-head abalones, fish maws, and sea cucumbers, as well as other seafood and meats.

Poon choi is available for à la carte order at Spring Moon from 29 January – 4 February 2025, or for takeaway from 20 January – 4 February 2025. The dish is priced at HK$2,688 for two people and HK$4,988 for four people.

Another popular Chinese New Year dish for sharing is Spring Moon’s lohei (捞起, HK$1,388), featuring a variety of gourmet ingredients including chilled shredded abalone with salmon roe, crab roe, cucumber, carrot, green radish, white radish, leeks, red pepper, yellow pepper, yellow sweet potato, purple sweet potato, taro, cherry tomatoes, pickles, crispy chips, sesame, cashew nuts, pomelo, and gold foil.

Details

From 14 January – 12 February 2025, diners can also choose to manifest prosperity by sharing one of Spring Moon’s three exquisite set menus. Ideal for family gatherings, these menus included a selection of traditional favourites for parties of 10 guests:

- Fortune: HK$17,380* for 10 guests, HK$1,700* per additional guest

- Wealth: (HK$22,380* for 10 guests, HK$2,200* per additional guest

- Longevity (HK$27,880* for 10 guests, HK$2,700* per additional guest

For reservations and enquiries, call +852 2696 6828 or email springmoonphk@peninsula.com

A dinner with fireworks

The Lunar New Year fireworks display draws the crowds on the second day of the Lunar New Year in Hong Kong. During the evening of 30 January 2025, guests at The Peninsula Hong Kong are invited to enjoy the fireworks, enhanced by culinary delights offered across the hotel's restaurants. 

Apart from the set menus from Spring Moon, diners can indulge in classic French delicacies from Chef de Cuisine Anne-Sophie Nicolas at the Michelin-starred Gaddi’s. For those seeking a blend of seasonal flavours and harbour views, Chef de Cuisine Aurélie Altemaire presents a special menu at Felix, accompanied by creative cocktails. Guests can also sample Swiss classics at the Alpine chalet-style Chesa, or savour traditional dishes at The Lobby. The Verandah will host a lavish gourmet buffet, while Japanese cuisine is available at Imasa.

Details

For those who choose to have dinner at Spring Moon, Gaddi’s, Chesa, The Lobby, or The Verandah, the fireworks can be enjoyed with a complimentary glass of champagne at Sun Terrace.

For reservations and enquiries, contact the hotel’s dining service team at +852 2696 6691 or +852 2696 6693, or email at diningphk@peninsula.com.

New beginnings

Seasonal treatments are available at the Peninsula Spa and Wellness Centre:

Han Therapy: Winter series 

starting with a personalised consultation and selection of three bottles from a customised combination of Five Element oils by Yangsen Biotechnology, a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) aromatherapy research centre in Taiwan. Experience a targeted 10-minute Human Reset acupressure session to restore balance, followed by a choice between two Han Therapy winter series treatments. 

The Revitalising package offers a 100-minute ritual combining a Human Reset, meridian massage, and signature scalp massage, whilst the Rejuvenating Yang Energy treatment includes a Human Reset, meridian massage with hot jade stones, and a buji (拨筋) facial to guasha (刮痧) facial for enhanced energy balance and wellbeing.

Continue the day with refreshments from Spring Moon by the poolside, complemented by breathtaking views of Victoria Harbour. Guests can also enjoy the facilities at the fitness centre and the Roman-style pool. 

Details

The 100-minute treatment is priced at HK$2,580* (Mondays to Thursdays) and HK$2,680* (Fridays to Sundays, and public holidays) per person whilst the 120-minute treatment is priced at HK$2,780* (Mondays to Thursdays) and HK$2,880* (Fridays to Sundays, and public holidays) per person.

New Year Glow spa treatment

This treatment includes a choice of 60-minute Margy’s Skin Brightening Facial or 60-minute Intraceuticals Rejuvenate Facial, combined with a 30-minute signature back massage. The treatment is priced at HK$2,680* (Mondays to Thursdays) and HK$2,880* (Fridays to Sundays, and public holidays) per person.

Details

Both treatments are available at The Peninsula Spa and Wellness Centre from 20 January to 7 February 2025. For reservations and enquiries, contact The Peninsula Spa and Wellness Centre at +852 2696 6682, or by email at spaphk@peninsula.com

Luxurious lunar escapes

Two Lunar New Year stay packages are on offer. The Spring into a New Year getaway includes: 

• Daily breakfast at The Verandah for up to two guests
• HK$1,000 hotel credit (room guests) or HK$2,000 hotel credit (suite guests) to be redeemed at hotel restaurants (except Imasa and The Peninsula Boutique & Café) and The Peninsula Spa and Wellness Centre (treatments only) during the stay, per guestroom per stay (minimum two nights)
• Special festive gift from Spring Moon per guestroom per stay
• A complimentary one-way limousine transfer between the airport, train station, or residences and the hotel, excluding restricted areas (suite guests)
• Peninsula Time – flexible check-in and check-out times (not applicable from 28 January – 2 February 2025)

The Gift of Fortune stay package includes: 

• Twenty percent discount on the Premier rate for a room-only reservation with a minimum two-night stay
• HK$800 dining credit (room guests) to be redeemed at hotel restaurants (excluding Imasa and The Peninsula Boutique & Café) during the stay, per guestroom per stay
• Special festive gift per guestroom per stay
• Peninsula Time – flexible check-in and check-out times (excludes 28 January – 2 February 2025)

Details

Booking period: till 7 February 2025

Availability: From 28 January 2025 – 8 February 2025

For reservations, contact The Peninsula Global Customer Service Centre at +852 2910 1628, or book online at peninsula.com.

*Prices are subject to a 10% service charge.

The Subaru Tecnica International Package Edition lands in Singapore

Source: Motor Image Enterprise. The Forester e-Boxer Hybrid, BRZ and WRX STI Package Editions. Images for illustration purposes only.

The STI Package Editions for the Forester e-Boxer Hybrid, BRZ and WRX have arrived in Singapore.  Originally established to spearhead Subaru’s motorsport activities, Subaru Tecnica International (STI) has been the driving force behind the brand’s high-performance innovations, particularly in rally racing. Today, the STI badge stands as a symbol of Subaru’s dedication to precision engineering, reflecting its rich motorsport heritage.

According to Motor Image Enterprises (MIE), the STI Package Edition features exterior upgrades for sportier and sleeker styling for all vehicles.

Built for adventure, the Forester e-Boxer Hybrid has a spacious interior, impressive performance and advanced technology. This sport utility vehicle (SUV) stands out as the only Boxer engine vehicle with hybrid motor assist in its segment. It combines the performance of an engine with a low centre of gravity with the efficiency of the proven Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system. 

Blending eye-catching styling cues with the Forester’s hallmark robustness, the returning STI Package Edition delivers a striking visual transformation to the SUV, giving the Subaru Forester e-BOXER Hybrid a significantly sportier and more impactful presence. The Subaru Forester e-BOXER Hybrid STI Package Edition boasts the following enhancements:

- STI front under spoiler
- STI front grille
- STI front side under spoiler
- STI side under spoiler and door garnish
- STI rear side under spoiler
- 19" STI performance rims (optional: 18")
- STI tail gate garnish
- STI door visor with chrome
- STI push engine switch
- STI shift knob leather
- STI sport pedal
- Welcome light 

The STI Package Edition enhances the BRZ's aerodynamics for greater high-speed stability, allowing for a more agile drive. Within the cockpit, leather accents such as the red-striped multifunction steering wheel and exclusive matching door cards emphasise a race-inspired aesthetic. The BRZ STI Package Edition for the second-gen BRZ features:

- STI front under spoiler
- STI side under spoiler
- STI rear under spoiler
- STI front fender garnish
- STI skirt lip
- 18" STI performance rims
- STI rear bumper diffuser
- STI dry carbon rear spoiler

The crowning glory is the exclusive carbon-fibre rear spoiler that expands downforce across the rear axle. Combining wind tunnel-honed composite curves with ultra-lightweight materials enables new levels of handling dexterity and stability. This STI Package edition signals the model's exclusive performance pedigree.

The WRX STI Package Edition is designed for thrill-seekers who crave style-matching with significant capability. The edition features:

- STI front under spoiler
- STI side under spoiler
- STI rear under spoiler
- STI rear under diffuser
- STI front grille
- 19" STI performance rims

The aerodynamic extensions to the front, sides, and rear complement, fuse seamlessly with the STI grille, while the exterior hints at the performance-tuned chassis refinements within.

Subaru’s core technologies allow drivers to experience the thrill of adventure with peace of mind. At the core of Subaru's safety and performance is a suite of key technologies, each integrating over 100 features to protect and empower drivers. Key technologies that define the Subaru experience include the: 

- Subaru Global Platform (SGP)
- Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (SAWD)
- Boxer engine
- EyeSight Advanced Driver Assist Technology  

Explore

Visit Subaru Singapore’s showcase booth at the Singapore Motorshow 2025 (9 to 12 January) to explore these editions. The Subaru Forester e-BOXER Hybrid STI Package edition and the Subaru BRZ STI Package Edition will be available for purchase at the show, while the WRX Sedan STI Package Edition is not immediately available for purchase.

Interested buyers may also visit Subaru's showroom at 25 Leng Kee Rd, Singapore 159097.

Celebrate the year of the snake at the Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium

Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium's Xin Cuisine Cantonese restaurant, and their halal-certified buffet restaurant, Atrium Restaurant, will be offering festive delicacies for Chinese New Year (CNY).

Atrium Restaurant

From 13 January to 12 February 2025, Atrium Restaurant presents a new-year themed buffet, featuring yusheng, dimsum, chicken bak kwa, fried nian gao with sweet potato, and CNY cookies. Perennial favourites such as salmon sashimi, oysters, assorted crabs, fish maw soup, grilled lamb chop, roast spring chicken, braised beef brisket with tendon, satay, laksa, and chocolate fondue will also be served on a rotational basis.

Diners visiting on CNY Eve (28 January) and the first four days of the new year (29 January to 1 February) can enjoy mini Buddha jumps over the wall, braised 10-head abalones, and love-letter cannoli. Prices start from S$98, with a 1-for-1 offer for adults.

For the menu, enquiries and bookings, please visit https://singaporeatrium.holidayinn.com/halal-buffet-atrium-restaurant or call +65 3138 2530, WhatsApp +65 9114 0258, or email atriumrestaurant.sinhi@ihg.com

Xin Cuisine

The banquet menu comes at a 10% discount for the festive period, starting from S$768++ for six. Savour dishes like vegetarian salmon yusheng, braised dice abalone with shredded fish maw, Sautéed Prawn and Mushroom in XO sauce, and steamed marble goby in Hong Kong Style, among others.

The à la carte menu includes baked king prawn with cheese, pan-fried Grass-Fed Lamb Rack, Sake and Ice Crystalline Ice plant with Australian scallop, pan-seared Wagyu beef and more.

For more details and reservations, visit https://singaporeatrium.holidayinn.com/chinese-new-year-2025

Takeaways

Welcome the year of the snake with takeaways such as the sliced two-head abalone yusheng. This masterpiece pairs tender, premium two-head abalone with a vibrant medley of shredded vegetables, finished with a signature zesty plum sauce.

For those who prefer a classic twist, there is salmon taro yusheng, as well as the classic salmon yusheng or vegetarian yusheng. Other items on offer include several flavours of pencai, yam and pumpkin cake, or niangao with coconut Sauce.

Xin Cuisine's Chinese New Year takeaways are available for order now till 9 February 2025 through holidayinnatrium.oddle.me with discounts up to 15% off. Collection and delivery will take place up to 12 February 2025. 

 

Source: Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium. The sliced two-head abalone yusheng is available for takeaway from S$128.

Xin Cuisine Chinese Restaurant
Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium, Level 4
317 Outram Road, Singapore 169074

13 January to 12 February 2025 | Open daily
Wednesdays to Sundays, 11:30 am – 3 pm, 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Call +65 3138 2531, WhatsApp +65 9114 0281 or email xin.sinhi@ihg.com with enquiries.