Singapore LTA receives first driverless public bus for pilot deployment
The Land Transport Authority (LTA) of Singapore has received the first of six autonomous public...
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Month: March 2026
Talino raises USD7.5 million to build cross-border fintech infrastructure in the Philippines
Talino has raised USD7.5 million in a Series A funding round to expand its fintech infrastructure platform and accelerate cross-border financial connectivity between developed and emerging markets in the Philippines. Talino aims...
Read MoreAustralia and Singapore to strengthen energy supply chains amid global crisis
The Governments of Australia and Singapore have agreed to enhance cooperation on energy supply chains as both nations respond to global disruptions caused by escalating conflict in the Middle East. In a joint statement, the two...
Read MoreBundesliga International signs three-year media partnership with AIS in Thailand
Bundesliga International has signed a three-year partnership agreement with Advanced Info Service (AIS), strengthening its media presence in Southeast Asia. The agreement, which begins with the 2026–27 season, will see all nine...
Read MoreSterlite Electric appoints Group CEO
Frederic Andre M Trefois has been appointed as the Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Sterlite Electric. Trefois, who previously served as a non-executive independent director on the company’s board, will now assume...
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Philippines declares national energy emergency
The Government of the Philippines has declared a national energy emergency, becoming the first...
Read MoreVietnam and Russia sign agreement on nuclear power plant development
The Governments of Vietnam and Russia have signed an agreement to advance the construction of a nuclear power plant. It establishes the legal framework for the development of the Ninh Thuan 1 nuclear power project in southern...
Read MoreYang Ming to launch China–Singapore–Malaysia Shipping Service
Yang Ming Marine Transport Corporation has announced the launch of a new intra-Asia shipping service connecting China, Singapore and Malaysia, as part of efforts to strengthen regional trade connectivity. The...
Read MoreConsortium selected for USD1.72 Billion Lien Chieu Container Port Project in Vietnam
A consortium comprising Hateco Group, Hateco Seaport Co., Ltd. and APM Terminals has been selected to develop the Lien Chieu container port project in Da Nang. The project, valued at over $USD1.72 billion, will be implemented...
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NetApp Malaysia appoints new Country Manager
Moti Uttam has been appointed as the new Country Manager of NetApp Malaysia Sdn Bhd. Moti will...
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VinFast extends free EV charging across India, Indonesia, Philippines until 2029
VinFast has announced the extension of its free electric vehicle (EV) charging programme across...
Read MoreSingapore LTA awards final civil contract for Downtown Line 2 Extension
The Land Transport Authority has awarded the final civil contract for the Downtown Line 2 Extension (DTL2e) to China Railway Tunnel Group Co. Ltd.. The contract, valued at approximately SGD199 million, covers the design and...
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Salicru deploys UPS Systems at Indonesia Railways
Spain-based Salicru has expanded its presence in Indonesia by installing uninterruptible power...
Read MoreSwelect-FortifyGrid JV to develop solar-battery storage platform in Singapore
Swelect Energy Systems has partnered with FortifyGrid LLC to establish a joint venture focused on developing solar and battery energy storage system (BESS) projects in Singapore and across the ASEAN region. The JV will be set up...
Read MoreA Green Economy Could Propel Southeast Asia’s Growth and Protect the Environment
Blog by James Villafuerte, Lead Economist for Southeast Asia, Asian Development Bank Southeast Asia has achieved remarkable economic growth and lifted millions out of poverty in recent decades. But this success has come at a...
Read MoreURA appoints new CEO and Chief Planner
Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) has appointed Adele Tan Shiao Ling as its new Chief Executive Officer, with Yvonne Lim Li Chuen set to take over as Deputy CEO and Chief Planner. Both appointments will take effect from...
Read MoreNexusguard, Link Net to strengthen cybersecurity infrastructure in Indonesia
Nexusguard has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with PT Link Net Tbk to enhance cybersecurity resilience across Indonesia. The partnership will integrate Nexusguard’s distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) mitigation...
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RTS Link integrated into Johor Bahru–Singapore Mobility Network
The Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link connecting Johor Bahru and Singapore is being developed as...
Read MoreTNB and Telekom Malaysia to advance green energy and digital infrastructure
Tenaga Nasional Bhd and Telekom Malaysia have signed an agreement to develop green energy solutions and strengthen digital infrastructure across Malaysia. The partnership aims to create a more sustainable and interconnected...
Read MorePylontech signs 150 MWh energy storage deal in Vietnam
Pylon Technologies has signed a strategic agreement to deploy 150 MWh of battery energy storage systems (BESS) in Vietnam. The agreement, signed with DAT Group Joint Stock Company, will support large-scale energy storage...
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