Singapore
Updated Hotel Industry Digital Plan launched, to focus on digital transformation, AI and guest experience.
Latest monthly intl arrivals
1,680,765
Jul 2025
Recovery vs 2019
93%
Jul 2019: 1,802,593
YTD Intl Arrivals
16,594,342
No 2024 data
Percent of 2024 Target
101%
of 17M target
Source: Intl arrivals - Singapore Tourism Analytics Network. Page last updated: 12 Sep 2025.
Latest Travel Industry News
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11-Sep-2025 🛬 inboundDisney Cruise Line (DCL) postponed the first voyage of the Disney Adventure to 10 Mar 2026 from 15 Dec 2025 due to delays in the shipbuilding process. Guests who booked on 15 Dec 2025 will be offered to sail on 10 Mar 2026 at a 50% discount. They can also request for discount and use their 50% discount for future cruises. 25 voyages from 15 Dec 2025 to 12 Mar 2026 will be affectedSource: ttgasia.com/2025/09/11/disney-cruise-line-postpones-disney-adventures-maiden-voyage/
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10-Sep-2025 👨✈️ aviationOAG Aviation’s data shows that in Aug 2025: Changi Airport recorded 3.58 million departing seats, taking the top spot in Southeast Asia Kuala Lumpur International Airport handled 3.32 million departing seats, and became the second busiest airport in Southeast Asia, from 4th place 6 months ago Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, 3.25 million Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport, 3.22 million Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport, 2.77 millionSource: malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2025/09/10/klia-now-second-busiest-in-south-east-asia-fuelled-by-more-airlines-and-visa-free-travel/190611
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10-Sep-2025 🛬 inboundThe Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) advised Singaporeans to defer non-essential travel to Nepal following protests in the country. The Director at Ace Adventure Expeditions reported they received one postponement from a customer after MFA’s advisory. She asked the trekkers to get comprehensive travel insurance to protect themselves and e-register with the MFA before their Nepal trip. She added Nepal’s full trekking season will begin in Oct. The founder of Brothers International Tours and Trading said they do not have any immediate groups travelling to Nepal due to the monsoon season, and no cancellations have been made for scheduled tripsSource: channelnewsasia.com/singapore/nepal-protests-singapore-mfa-travel-advisory-5341361
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10-Sep-2025 🛬 inboundThe National Gallery Singapore has fully reopened to the public on 10 Sep, after a fire incident in the premises on 9 Sep. The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) has declared the museum is safe after checks. No artworks were damaged during the fire incident involving an electric control panelSource: straitstimes.com/singapore/national-gallery-singapore-fully-reopens-to-public-after-fire-on-sept-9
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10-Sep-2025 🛬 inboundSingapore Flyer has been temporarily suspended following a technical issue which was detected during a routine maintenance inspection. The owner of the attraction, Straco Leisure, said that they are working with the Building and Construction Authority (BCA) to conduct inspections, repairs, and rectification works. Singapore Flyer did not specify the resumption dateSource: channelnewsasia.com/singapore/singapore-flyer-rides-closed-technical-fault-5341591
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10-Sep-2025 🌏 outboundYouTrip data shows China overtook Japan as the top outbound country for Singapore tourists in Jun 2025. The top 5 Chinese destinations are Shanghai, Beijing, Shenzhen, Guangzhou, and Chengdu. During the NATAS Holiday 2025 fair, booths of Chan Brothers and CTC Travel selling China packages recorded long queues of visitors. Other agencies like Jun-Air Travel and WTS Travel offered buy-one-get-one-free promotions to China. Senior marketing communications executive of Chan Brothers Travel said Chengdu and Chongqing are popular for their gastronomy, Yunnan and Zhangjiajie for the natural landscapes, Beijing and Xi’an for their histories, and Guangdong and Fujian for cultural ties, while Guizhou has become a hidden gem for Singaporean tourists. She added that the favourable SGD and CNY have increased appeal towards Chinese destinations for Singaporeans. She also mentioned the influence of Chinese digital and social media platforms, like Xiaohongshu and TikTok helped with China’s growing appeal. CTC Travel’s CEO said Yunnan, Zhangjiajie, Guilin, Beijing, and Shanghai remain as popular destinations for Singaporeans, while Xinjiang, Inner Mongolia, Mohe, Guizhou, and Chongqing have become emerging destinations. The cost-effectiveness of China has become a pull factor for Singaporean tourists. The Chief Operating Officer of YouTrip said, “Travellers can enjoy high-quality experiences at a fraction of the cost compared to destinations like Japan or Europe”Source: ttgasia.com/2025/09/10/chinese-destinations-on-the-rise-among-singapore-outbound-travellers/
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10-Sep-2025 👨✈️ aviationThe National Trades Union Congress (NTUC) Head said 90% of the 500 employees of Jetstar Asia have secured interviews or jobs in companies like Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group and Marina Bay Sands. They were laid off after the closure of the airline in JulSource: channelnewsasia.com/singapore/jetstar-asia-layoffs-pilots-cabin-crew-jobs-interviews-ng-chee-meng-5339366
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10-Sep-2025 👨✈️ aviationThe Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) will classify severe air turbulence as a major in-flight threat, alongside mid-air collisions and unauthorised runway incursions. Climate change is cited to be the main reason for the growing number of clear-air turbulence incidentsSource: travelweekly-asia.com/Travel-News/Airline-News/Turbulence-is-now-a-top-in-flight-threat
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10-Sep-2025 👨✈️ aviationSingapore Airlines (SIA) introduced the first air-ferry bundle to passengers from the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. SIA will be the first nonlocal airline to offer this service in the region. The service will connect 6 ports within the Greater Bay Area to Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA). This will be carried out in partnership with Hong Kong ferry operator Chu Kong Passenger Transport. The ports involved in the bundle are Humen Port in Dongguan; Nansha Ferry Terminal and Pazhou Passenger Terminal in Guangzhou; Shenzhen Airport Ferry Terminal and Shekou Port in Shenzhen; and Zhongshan Port. Passengers can check in and check their luggage directly at these ports to their connecting SIA flight, or vice versa, without having to check in during transit in Hong Kong. SIA operates 5 daily flights to HKIA from Changi Airport. SIA also offer daily flights to Shenzhen and 2 flights to GuangzhouSource: chinadailyasia.com/hk/article/619575
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9-Sep-2025 🛬 inboundK-pop band Ateez announced a concert in Singapore for 22 Feb 2026. The details of the venue and tickets will be announced laterSource: cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/entertainment/ateez-singapore-concert-2026-470881
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9-Sep-2025 🌏 outboundThe North East India Festival (NEIF) will be held at the Suntec Convention and Exhibition Centre from 19-21 Sep to showcase cultural performances, business opportunities, and tourism attractions from the North Eastern Region (NER) of India. The event will celebrate the 60 years of India-Singapore diplomatic relations, aligned with the India-ASEAN Year of TourismSource: travelbizmonitor.com/top-stories/north-east-india-festival-to-debut-in-singapore-on-sept-19/
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8-Sep-2025 👨✈️ aviationScoot has launched a virtual interline platform developed with Dohop, a travel technology company. Dohop’s technology will allow airlines to partner for codeshare agreements more seamlessly. The users can book self-connect itineraries on Scoot’s website for flights operated by Scoot and its partner airlines. This platform will be protected by ConnectSure to protect passengers in case of flight delays or cancellations. Passengers will be able to book through partners like easyJet and Citilink to more than 30 additional destinations across Europe and Indonesia. This will complement Scoot’s 70 international destinationsSource: ttgasia.com/2025/09/08/scoot-links-singapore-to-europe-and-indonesia-via-new-platform/
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4-Sep-2025 🛬 inboundBuses operated by 4 Singaporean companies will leave for Woodlands checkpoint at 4.50am from 15 Sep to manage the early morning rush, 10 minutes earlier than the current starting time during the weekdays, and the bus will leave at 5.00am during the weekendsSource: straitstimes.com/singapore/singapores-cross-border-bus-services-to-start-leaving-jb-checkpoint-earlier-at-4-50am-on-weekdays
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4-Sep-2025 🛬 inboundSingapore and Indian Prime Ministers are expected to announce a roadmap to list cooperation in areas like semiconductors, maritime and digital connectivity, and the space industrySource: straitstimes.com/singapore/politics/singapore-india-to-launch-roadmap-on-cooperation-under-comprehensive-strategic-partnership-says-pm
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4-Sep-2025 🛬 inboundGrand Prix Season Singapore will be held from 26 Sep to 5 Oct, offering race-themed events alongside the Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix 2025. The programs will feature international and local partners such as New Bahru, Love, Bonito, Moët & Chandon, Adidas, Glenfiddich, Lego, TAG Heuer, and 1-Group. There will be various events during the season like Jam Off at Sentosa; GrooveDriver Festival at Marina Central; Hit the Apex at CQ @ Clarke Quay; and Performa: Singapore’s First Premium Retail Gallery at Plaza SingapuraSource: ttgasia.com/2025/09/04/grand-prix-season-singapore-2025-kicks-off-across-the-city/
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4-Sep-2025 🌏 outboundSingapore Tourism Board (STB) revoked the licence of Zayn Travels on 3 Sep for its failure to submit its audited statement of accounts (AA) and annual business profile returns (ABPR). The agency must refund its customers and hand over its obligations to other agenciesSource: straitstimes.com/singapore/stb-revokes-licence-of-travel-agency-zayn-travels
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4-Sep-2025 👨✈️ aviationSingapore Airlines launched a new in-flight safety video featuring tourism spots such as the Esplanade and Gardens by the Bay. The video will be screened on all SIA flights from the end of OctSource: straitstimes.com/singapore/welcome-on-board-sia-launches-new-in-flight-safety-video-featuring-iconic-singapore-landmarks
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4-Sep-2025 🛬 inboundSingapore and Indian Prime Ministers have elevated their countries’ ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP), which will collaborate around 8 areas: economic cooperation, skills development, digitalisation, sustainability, connectivity, healthcare and medicine, people-to-people and cultural exchanges, and defence and security cooperation. Modi called Singapore an important part of India’s Act East policySource: channelnewsasia.com/singapore/india-comprehensive-strategic-partnership-roadmap-semiconductors-nursing-ceca-5332856
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2-Sep-2025 🛬 inboundThe Minister of State of the Ministry of Trade & Industry and the Ministry of National Development announced an updated Hotel Industry Digital Plan (IDP), which was first introduced in 2019 by Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) and Singapore Tourism Board (STB) with support from Singapore Hotel Association. The IDP was updated to support digital transformation and keep up with the rapid technological advancement of the travel industry. The announcement was made during the Hotel Exchange 2025 conference. The updated IDP will feature a comprehensive approach to digital transformation, detailed business journeys including operational touchpoints and key hotel functions. The new IDP includes examples of how AI-enabled solutions can improve guest experience, operational efficiency, and accelerate business growth. It will also promote the adoption of Smart Rooms, Robotics, Digital Concierge, Digital Check-in & Check-out, and Asset Management systemsSource: ttgasia.com/2025/09/02/singapores-hotel-industry-digital-plan-gets-updated-to-keep-up-with-times/
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2-Sep-2025 🛬 inboundFar East Hospitality (FEH) and The Urbanist Singapore will collaborate to highlight three heritage trails in Orchard, the CBD, and Sentosa. These trails will offer a guided tour through the lesser-known stories, sights, and cultural layers which define each precinct. The first trail tour will be conducted on 12 Sep, exploring areas around the three FEH properties, such as the Quincy Hotel Singapore, Rendezvous Hotel Singapore, and Vibe Hotel Singapore Orchard. The second trail will start on 4 Oct covering areas around The Clan Hotel, Amoy Hotel, and Oasia Hotel Downtown. The final trail tour will start on 8 Nov around The Barracks Hotel, Village Hotel Sentosa, and Oasia Resort Sentosa. Each tour will be offered for 2 hours for 20-25 FEH hotel guestsSource: ttgasia.com/2025/09/02/far-east-hospitality-weaves-singapores-hidden-stories-into-the-stay-experience/
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2-Sep-2025 🌏 outboundGalaxy Entertainment Group, a Macau-based casino operator, opened an office in Singapore as part of an effort to expand its international footprint. The office will serve as a hub to connect with the Singaporean business community. This move is also in line with the Macau government’s aim to diversify its tourism offerings and the pledge it required from all 6 Macau gaming operators to increase overseas customers, made during their 10-year gaming concessions renewal in Jan 2023Source: ggrasia.com/galaxy-entertainment-opens-office-in-singapore-to-promote-international-visitor-growth-for-its-macau-operations
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2-Sep-2025 🌏 outboundSingaporeans visiting Batam, Bali, Jakarta, and Surabaya must use the All Indonesia app to complete the arrival declaration, 3 days before their arrival. The app integrates the immigration, Customs, health and quarantine arrival forms in one platformSource: straitstimes.com/asia/se-asia/singaporeans-going-to-batam-bali-jakarta-and-surabaya-required-to-use-new-on-arrival-app
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2-Sep-2025 🛬 inboundMarriott International recorded a 12% YoY increase in MICE-related bookings in H1 2025. Their important source markets to Singapore are the US, China, India, and South Korea. Marriott International-owned hotels in Singapore are carrying out upgrades to focus on MICE: W Singapore in Sentosa Cove, launched an energy-saving system using 683 solar panels, the largest in Singapore’s hotel, worth $500,00 SGD to save 500,000 kWh of electricity per year or 6% of the hotel’s consumption. The hotel received the EarthCheck Benchmarked Silver status The Laurus, A Luxury Collection Resort in Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) will feature 183 suites and a function room with 180-250 pax capacity St Regis Singapore will launch its new meeting room with a capacity to host 400-500 paxSource: meetings-conventions-asia.com/News/Hotels-and-Resorts/What-s-new-for-Marriott-hotels-in-Singapore
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1-Sep-2025 🛬 inboundThe Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) said heavy traffic is expected at both Woodlands and Tuas checkpoints from 5-15 Sep, in conjunction with school holidays. During the National Day long weekend from 8-11 Aug, nearly 2 million people crossed the checkpoints, and the travellers in cars had to wait 3 hours to clear immigration due to heavy traffic from Malaysia. 558,000 travellers crossed the land checkpoints on 8 Aug, 18,000 more vs 2024Source: straitstimes.com/singapore/heavy-traffic-expected-at-land-checkpoints-during-september-school-holidays
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1-Sep-2025 🛬 inboundSingapore Tourism Board announced they have suspended Mesa Travels (S) Pte Ltd’s licence effective from 28 Aug for its failure to submit its audited statement of accounts and Annual Business Profile Returns, and the company’s failure to pay the financial penalty for suspension or revocation. The company offers travel and transportation services. The suspension will be in effect until Mesa Travels pays its dues or until its licence expiry date on 6 NovSource: ttrweekly.com/site/2025/09/stb-suspends-land-transport-firm/
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1-Sep-2025 🛬 inboundSingapore Tourism Board (STB) data shows; The average room rate (ARR) in Q2 2025 reached $266.89 SGD, -1.1% YoY vs $266.89 in Q2 2024 Average occupancy rate for hotels dropped to 77.8% in Q2 2025, vs 78.2% in Q2 2024 Revenue per available room (RevPAR) dropped to $205.15 SGD in Q2 2025, -1.7% vs $208.77 SGD in Q2 2024 There were 5.9 million available room nights in Q2 2025, +2.4% YoY STB data for Jul 2025 showed RevPAR at $250.78 SGD, +3.8% YoY The ARR for the luxury hotels ranged from $630.64 to $648.11 SGD, and the occupancy rate was between 76.25% to 78.99% in Q2 2025Source: businesstimes.com.sg/opinion-features/marina-bay-sands-scale-success-and-bold-expansion-are-blessing-and-curse-singapores-hotel-sector
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1-Sep-2025 🛬 inboundMarina Bay Sands (MBS) reported in Q2 2025; ARR was recorded at $888 USD, +11.4% YoY vs $797 USD in Q2 2024 Occupancy rate at 95% vs 95.3% in Q2 2024 RevPAR reached $844 USD, +11.2% YoYSource: businesstimes.com.sg/opinion-features/marina-bay-sands-scale-success-and-bold-expansion-are-blessing-and-curse-singapores-hotel-sector
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1-Sep-2025 🛬 inboundJLL Hotels & Hospitality Group, Asia Pacific, reported that investment in Asia Pacific hotels has reached $4.7 billion USD in H1 2025. The group said 84% of the total transaction was recorded in 5 countries: Japan ($1.5 billion USD), Greater China ($744 million USD), Australia ($664 million USD), Singapore ($546 million), and South Korea ($504 million USD). Other markets recorded 16% of total investment with $758 million USD. However, the investment value in H1 2025 is -23% YoY due to global economic uncertainty, and investors are choosing safe-haven markets. JLL found that private equity companies have increased their capital allocations to hospitality assets by 6% YoY. High-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) from the region have become active buyers in H1 2025, looking for portfolio diversification through investments in hospitality sectors, with capital investments in hotels recording a 54% YoY increase. International tourist arrivals to the Asia Pacific region recorded a 12% YoY increase in Q1 2025. Total hotel transaction in the Asia Pacific region is projected to reach $12.8 billion USD in full-year 2025, +5% YoY. Vietnam and Malaysia are expected to benefit from the strong tourism momentumSource: ttrweekly.com/site/2025/09/five-apac-nations-power-hotel-investment/
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31-Aug-2025 🌏 outboundTourism Malaysia launched Stargazing Packages during the Malaysia Fest 2025 in Singapore, highlighting destinations like Bukit Merah, Pantai Pengkalan Balak, Desaru, Perlis, and Pantai Tok Bali. Tourism Malaysia Singapore Director said the 30 ready-to-book packages are designed for astronomy enthusiasts. At the event, Malaysia showcased tourism products and services from 16 co-exhibitors offering exclusive travel deals, healthcare tourism, theme park attractions, and resort stays. From Jan-May 2025, Malaysia welcomed 8.3 million visitors from Singapore (including excursionists). Malaysia has set a target to welcome 43 million international tourists and excursionists in 2025Source: bernama.com/en/world/news.php
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30-Aug-2025 🛬 inboundSingapore will contract storm surge barriers and raised platforms at Greater Southern Waterfront and Changi by 2030 as part of coastal protection measures. Changi Beach Park will build a raised platform inland to allow temporary flooding to preserve intertidal areas and public safety with timely beach closures. The national water agency, PUB, will implement the proposals based on a study by infrastructure consultancy CPG Consultants, which started in 2021. The proposals will cover areas from the Pasir Panjang Ferry Terminal to the future Greater Southern Waterfront precinct and the Changi area, one of 8 segments divided between Singapore’s over 300km-long coastline. The previously announced Long Island project will protect the segment between the Greater Southern Waterfront and Changi. PUB announced these measures during the first coastal protection exhibition at VivocitySource: straitstimes.com/singapore/environment/spores-south-eastern-coastline-to-be-protected-from-rising-seas-by-coastal-barriers-tidal-gates
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29-Aug-2025 🛬 inboundHotel Miramar will stop operations at end-Oct 2025, with 108 employees impacted. It had noted that it had engaged with the Food, Drinks and Allied Workers Union (FDAWU) early to ensure that all employees would be dealt with fairlySource: straitstimes.com/singapore/hotel-miramar-to-cease-operations-at-end-october-108-employees-affected
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29-Aug-2025 🛬 inboundSojern has reported that flight bookings to Singapore for the F1 race from 3-5 Oct are now +4% YoY, with climbs seen in early Jun. Australia is the top source market, at around 18.7% of the total booking volume, followed by South Korea (12.2%), China (11.4%), the UK (7.8%) and Taiwan (6.8%). However it reported that long-haul markets have seen a decline in booking momentum. There has also been an increase in the number of family bookings, which account for 19% of bookings vs 12.5% in 2024. 75% of visitors are staying 2-7 days, up 72% from 2024 for long-haul markets. Ascott reported that they are running 30% ahead in revenue vs 2024, with an increase in daily rates, and that over the race weekend, occupancy rates are above 60% already and they expect 90% over the race weekendSource: ttgasia.com/2025/08/29/advance-flight-hotel-bookings-stream-in-for-f1-singapore-race-weekend/
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29-Aug-2025 🛬 inboundOld Bukit Timah Fire Station will be reopened as Coliwoo Bukit Timah Fire Station in September 2025, offering a mixed-use lifestyle and co-living destination. It is located along the Rail Corridor and will feature co-living rooms, community garden, coworking areas, artisan markets, experiential retail, and family-friendly dining. The station has sustainability initiatives including solar panels, water and energy-efficient fittings, and bicycle and EV facilitiesSource: travelweekly-asia.com/Travel-News/Attractions/Fire-station-turned-lifestyle-hub-in-Singapore
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29-Aug-2025 🛬 inboundPorsche opens a new lifestyle concept at Jewel Changi Airport. This was opened following the opening of Porsche Studio Singapore, which was opened at Guoco Midtown in the Bugis districtSource: cnaluxury.channelnewsasia.com/obsessions/porsche-jewel-changi-airport-lifestyle-retail-space-singapore-260066
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29-Aug-2025 👨✈️ aviationThe Lufthansa Group and Singapore Airlines extended a partnership to advance New Distribution Capability (NDC). Under the NDC or other direct channels, attractive Economy Class fares will be offered from 1 Sep. This includes all Lufthansa Group fares from Singapore to Joint Venture markets of Germany, Austria, Switzerland and BelgiumSource: newsroom.lufthansagroup.com/en/the-lufthansa-group-advances-ndc-in-partnership-with-singapore-airlines/
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28-Aug-2025 🛬 inboundRide-sharing app, inDrive, took steps to block bookings originating from Singapore to Malaysia and within Singapore as the company does not have the necessary licences to operate in that country. The Minister of State for Transport said the government will take action against the app after it claimed the app “facilitates illegal ride-hailing activities”. inDrive blamed technical issues for the error and has reinforced geo-restrictions to prevent trips involving pickup or drop-off points within Singapore. The app has also been restricted from the Apple App Store and Google Play Store in Singapore. Only operators allowed in Singapore are CDG Zig, Geolah, Gojek, Grab, Ryde, Tada and Trans-CabSource: straitstimes.com/singapore/ride-hailing-app-indrive-reinforces-geo-restrictions-for-singapore-users
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28-Aug-2025 🛬 inboundFrasers Hospitality has implemented an AI-driven system to streamline staff training, recognising that service quality impacts guest satisfaction, reviews, brand reputation, and occupancy. The system will be developed in partnership with Google Cloud’s AI Cloud Takeoff (AI CTO) program and Kyndryl, a Google Cloud partner, using Google Cloud’s Firebase Studio, Vertex AI platform and the Gemini API. This system will be implemented in Singapore before expanding to other properties in Southeast Asia. Digital Industry Singapore, under the Singapore Government’s Enterprise Compute Initiative, supports Google Cloud’s AI CTO program, which aims to establish AI Centres of Excellence (AI CoEs) within 300 digitally mature companies in Singapore. Companies taking part in this initiative will receive consultancy support, Google Cloud credits and Skills Boost licences worth up to $500,000 SGD to pilot at least one minimum viable product addressing a high-value AI use caseSource: ttgasia.com/2025/08/28/frasers-hospitality-leverages-ai-to-streamline-training-and-enhance-service-operations/
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27-Aug-2025 🛬 inboundSingapore Food Festival 2025 will be held from 4-24 Sep under the theme, “Have You Eaten Yet?”. The highlight of the event will be Food Is Art, The Long Table, and Future Food. A famous Australian dessert chef will highlight gastronomy in the form of fashion and music from 5-6 Sep, under Food is Art. The Long Table, taking place at Intercontinental Singapore from 12-13 Sep, will serve up to a 5-course menu by chefs from various hotels around Singapore. Future Food from 19-20 Sep will highlight sustainable dining and food-tech innovations. Visitors can enjoy Food Truck City Tours at Mise En Place at Dempsey Hill and SG60-themed events, like heritage hawker trails, farm-to-table dining and seafood feastsSource: thestar.com.my/lifestyle/travel/2025/08/27/singapore-to-hold-food-festival-in-september
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26-Aug-2025 🛬 inboundGoodwood Park Hotel in Singapore received a certification from the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) in Jul 2025. In 2021, the hotel received the Green Mark Gold Award from the Building and Construction Authority. The hotel has implemented various sustainability measures, such as a full transition to LED lighting, water-saving fixtures, energy-efficient air-conditioning settings, and reducing single-use plastics by using recycled PET packaging and biodegradable materials. The hotel also sources sustainable seafood, cage-free eggs, and locally grown produceSource: ttgasia.com/2025/08/26/singapores-goodwood-park-hotel-earns-gstc-certification-for-sustainable-tourism/
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26-Aug-2025 👨✈️ aviationSingapore Airlines will expand direct flight service between Seattle to Changi to 5 times per week, returning to pre-pandemic levelsSource: forbes.com/sites/elizabethbrownfield/2025/08/26/singapore-airlines-expands-nonstop-service-from-seattle-to-changi-airport/
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25-Aug-2025 🛬 inboundTripadvisor’s Best of the Best Sustainable Destinations 2024 list, in collaboration with the Global Destination Sustainability Movement (GDS-Movement), has listed Singapore at 5th place. Singapore was recognised for its integrated approach to sustainability, including urban greening, efficient public transport, and strong environmental policies. The top four destinations are in Nordic countries such as Copenhagen, Stockholm, Helsinki, and OsloSource: scandasia.com/nordic-cities-and-singapore-are-among-worlds-top-sustainable-tourism-destinations/
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25-Aug-2025 🛬 inboundSingaporeans are asking for discounts to visit attractions and calling on the government to allow using SG60 vouchers to purchase tickets at attractions. The World Economic Forum’s 2024 Travel and Tourism Development Index ranked Singapore as the best out of 199 countries for the quality of physical infrastructure and tourism services. However, it ranked Singapore at the bottom in APAC for its price competitiveness behind Australia, Japan, and South Korea. The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) said it has been pursuing a quality tourism strategy since 2013, with a focus on growing tourism spending while offering a good experience for both international and domestic tourists. Some popular attractions said they are offering various discounts for locals in conjunction with SG60; Mandai Wildlife Reserve offer discounts for senior citizens with only $60 SGD for tickets compared to the usual $235 SGD, and this promotion has benefited 10,000 seniors since May 2025 Resort World Sentosa offers a USS season pass for $160 SGD for adults and $130 SGD for children, which allows unlimited entry to the USS theme park in Sentosa for 6 months The Mount Faber Leisure Group (MFLG) offers year-round promotions for locals, including $4 SGD for tickets for its Sentosa Line, vs $17 SGD for tourists. MFLG together with Sentosa Development Corporation will offer a limited-time bundle for a guided tour of the Peranakan Reimagines installation and return ride on the Sentosa line cable car for $11.20 SGD per person ArtScience Museum offers discounted price for Singaporeans Singapore Flyer offers $60 SGD deal, and those who were born in August can enjoy a one-for-one promotion Gardens by the Bay offers its Friends of the Gardens membership at $32 SGD for adults and $22 SGD for seniors for the Flower DomeSource: straitstimes.com/singapore/as-spore-pursues-quality-tourism-strategy-some-locals-raise-questions-about-price-of-attractions
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25-Aug-2025 🛬 inboundThe Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) and the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) announced Singapore’s core inflation dropped to 0.5% YoY in Jul, due to a drop in retail and other goods prices, vs 0.6% in Jun. It is also the lowest since Mar with 0.5%. On a MoM basis, the core inflation dropped by 0.1% in Jul, excluding accommodation and private transport. The Consumer Price Index-All Items, dropped to 0.6% in Jul vs 0.8% in Jun due to a drop in accommodation inflation and lower core inflation. The overall inflation dropped by 0.7% MoM, excluding non-consumption spending such as purchases of houses, shares, and other financial assets and income taxes. Food inflation increased by 1.1% in Jul vs 1% in Jun. Private transport inflation increased to 2.1% in Jul vs 2% in Jun. Retail and other goods prices dropped to -0.5% in Jul due to a drop in clothing, footwear, and household appliances prices. Accommodation inflation dropped to 0.5% in Jul vs 1% in Jun, due to smaller increases in housing maintenance and repair costs, as well as housing rentsSource: Singaporeans are asking for discounts to visit attractions and calling on the government to allow using SG60 vouchers to purchase tickets at attractions. The World Economic Forum’s 2024 Travel and Tourism Development Index ranked Singapore as the best out of 199 countries for the quality of physical infrastructure and tourism services. However, it ranked Singapore at the bottom in APAC for its price competitiveness behind Australia, Japan, and South Korea. The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) said it has been pursuing a quality tourism strategy since 2013, with a focus on growing tourism spending while offering a good experience for both international and domestic tourists. Some popular attractions said they are offering various discounts for locals in conjunction with SG60; Mandai Wildlife Reserve offer discounts for senior citizens with only $60 SGD for tickets compared to the usual $235 SGD, and this promotion has benefited 10,000 seniors since May 2025 Resort World Sentosa offers a USS season pass for $160 SGD for adults and $130 SGD for children, which allows unlimited entry to the USS theme park in Sentosa for 6 months The Mount Faber Leisure Group (MFLG) offers year-round promotions for locals, including $4 SGD for tickets for its Sentosa Line, vs $17 SGD for tourists. MFLG together with Sentosa Development Corporation will offer a limited-time bundle for a guided tour of the Peranakan Reimagines installation and return ride on the Sentosa line cable car for $11.20 SGD per person ArtScience Museum offers discounted price for Singaporeans Singapore Flyer offers $60 SGD deal, and those who were born in August can enjoy a one-for-one promotion Gardens by the Bay offers its Friends of the Gardens membership at $32 SGD for adults and $22 SGD for seniors for the Flower Dome
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25-Aug-2025 🌏 outboundAir Niugini and the Papua New Guinea Tourism Promotion Authority (PNGTPA) organised events during the National Association of Travel Agents Singapore (NATAS) Travel Fair from 15-17 Aug and at the Changi Jewel Destination Awareness Campaign on 17 Aug. The promotional activities were held under the theme, “Experience the Splendour of PNG with Air Niugini”. Air Niugini and PNGTPA hosted 20 Singaporean travel agents on a fam trip in Port Moresby, Mt. Hagen, and RabaulSource: postcourier.com.pg/air-niugini-and-png-tourism-promotion-authority-make-historic-debut-at-iconic-singapore-travel-events1/
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25-Aug-2025 👨✈️ aviationSingapore Airlines (SIA) announced that it will introduce changes to its KrisFlyer frequent flyer program. More miles will be required to redeem tickets and upgrade seats on certain flights to and from Europe, the US, Africa, the Middle East, and Turkey. From 1 Nov, SIA will launch a new redemption option called Access to allow KrisFlyer members to use their miles to secure confirmed seats on their preferred flights. From 1 Sep, shoppers who spend on Kris+, KrisShop and Pelago can earn status credits to qualify or renew their KrisFlyer Elite or PPS Club statusesSource: cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/travel/krisflyer-status-credits-2025-470191
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24-Aug-2025 🛬 inboundThe Equatic-1 demonstration plant in Tuas will be the world’s largest facility to improve the ocean’s ability to absorb carbon dioxide (CO2). Singapore’s national water agency PUB and US-based start-up Equatic are working together on this project. By using carbon removal technology, the chemistry of seawater can be changed to allow more CO2 absorption. However, scientists warned this could impact marine life and the ocean environment. This technology is attracting the interest of investors, with Temasek Trust’s Catalyptic Capital for Climate and Health (C3H) co-leading a $11.6 million USD Series A fundraising for Equatic with Kibo Invest. Kibo Invest is a Singapore-based investment office focusing on climate technology. PUB said the Tuas plan will have a capacity to remove 1tn of CO2 per day. Once the $20 million USD plant is fully operational, it will be able to remove 10tn of CO2 from seawater daily, equal to removing 870 average passenger cars off the road. PUB set a target to achieve net-zero emissions by 2045, 5 years earlier than the national target. PUB is working to use renewable energy by using solar panels on reservoirs and investing in research and development to reduce the energy needed in energy-intensive water treatment processes. PUB’s pilot project in the R&D desalination plant in Tuas managed to remove 100kg of greenhouse gas from the ocean daily. The Equatic-1 demonstration plant was initially slated to be fully operational 2025, but PUB said due to more time needed to finalise the design of the plant’s systems. Under new timeline the installation will start by end of Sep 2024 and begin fully to fully operational by the end of Q1 2026Source: straitstimes.com/singapore/environment/worlds-largest-facility-to-help-remove-co2-from-the-ocean-to-begin-operations-in-spore-in-2026
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24-Aug-2025 🛬 inbound400 tour agencies based in Johor said they are facing bankruptcy as their luxury MPVs are still seized by the Singapore authorities, despite paying the fine. However, Malaysia still allows Singaporean private hire vehicles to provide the service. 119 vehicles were seized in Singapore. The representative of the group said there is demand orders for 1,000 daily trips in both waysSource: thestar.com.my/news/nation/2025/08/24/msian-tour-agencies-mpvs-stuck-in-singapore
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23-Aug-2025 🛬 inboundJohor Transport EXCO said they proposed an additional 5 pick-up and drop-off points for cross-border taxi services in both Johor and Singapore. The next phase will involve offering limited door-to-door service. He added that the matter is still under discussion with e-hailing platformsSource: malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2025/08/23/johor-proposes-more-pick-up-drop-off-points-for-cross-border-taxis/188673
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22-Aug-2025 🛬 inboundSince the Land Transport Authority (LTA) launched a crackdown on unauthorised ride-hailing services between Johor Bahru and Singapore, the touts, believed to earn between $500 SGD to $1,000 SGD per day using luxury MPV, went into hiding. LTA said the touts usually wait around the Larkin Sentral Terminal for passengers. The Foreign Ministry of Malaysia asked all Malaysians registered vehicles entering Singapore to obey Singapore’s regulations to avoid any unnecessary issuesSource: straitstimes.com/asia/se-asia/crackdown-on-illegal-ride-hailing-between-jb-and-singapore-has-spooked-touts
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22-Aug-2025 👨✈️ aviationChangi Travel Services (CTS) will retrench 30 employees as part of business and operational restructuring. CTS offers travel services such as Wi-Fi routers, SIM cards, and airport transfers. Affected employees will receive a severance package of 4 weeks for each year of service, and the company will help them to find suitable job vacancies at Changi Airport and other locationsSource: channelnewsasia.com/singapore/changi-travel-services-cuts-30-roles-job-retrenchment-layoffs-august-5308391
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22-Aug-2025 🛬 inbound400 Johor-based travel agencies said their businesses have been affected after Singapore authorities denied their Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) application for the past 2 years. A representative of the travel agencies said the restriction on premium passenger vehicles and also Tourism Malaysia’s Hire & Drive licensed vehicles, which began in 2023, caused income losses up to 50%. He added that VEP applications for their premium MPV have been rejected. Tourism Malaysia’s Hire & Drive vehicles meet Singapore’s safety standards with inspections every 6 months, insurance for passengers, licences for drivers and permits from the Transport and Tourism Ministries. Due to the restrictions, illegal operators have taken over this business. The travel agencies’ services were used by elderly passengers, disabled passengers, and corporate clients. Land Transport Authority (LTA) of Singapore seized 119 premium vehicles for operating illegallySource: malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2025/08/22/johor-travel-agencies-say-singapore-vep-rejections-cut-income-by-half-leave-illegal-operators-to-fill-gap/188577
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20-Aug-2025 👨✈️ aviationThe Ministry of Transport (MOT) and the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) are calling for proposals for the new Changi East Urban District next to Changi Airport Terminal 5. The development will cover 40ha of land between T5 and Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal. The Changi East Urban District will be a destination which integrates “work and play”. A Professor from the National University of Singapore suggested the district can be different from the Changi region with net-zero carbon emissions by incorporating renewable energy. The appointed consultant must draw a detailed concept plan for the Changi East Urban District, which promotes community building in public spaces, with transport connectivity, car-lite measures, green corridors, and public spaces. The proposal should align with the national sustainability goal to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050Source: straitstimes.com/singapore/proposals-sought-to-develop-changi-east-urban-district-next-to-t5
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19-Aug-2025 👨✈️ aviationChangi Airport is trialling used cooking oil to power its heavy vehicles as part of a renewable diesel trial. The used cooking oil is collected from eateries at Changi Airport. Changi Airport Group (CAG) said 7 vehicles have performed well since the trial started in May, and the trial will run for 6 months, aimed to find cleaner alternatives for its 60 vehicles deployed at airside. CAG said there are no viable electric vehicle alternatives for the heavy vehicles, such as airport runway sweepers. CAG added that electric variants are available for light vehicles, such as forklifts and tractors. Neste Singapore’s refinery in Tuas is carrying out renewable diesel fuel production from used cooking oil. During the trial, 14,000 litres of renewable diesel will be used to power the vehicles. The trial started in May, using a 50% renewable diesel blend, and it was increased to 100% in AugSource: straitstimes.com/singapore/transport/used-cooking-oil-powers-changi-airports-heavy-vehicles-in-renewable-diesel-trials
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19-Aug-2025 🌏 outboundJohor Bahru welcomed 14 million foreign visitors in H1 2025, with Singaporeans accounting for 11 million. Johor welcomed visitors from Indonesia, China, India, the Philippines, European countries, and South Korea as well. In Q1 2025, 2 million tourists, including domestic tourists, stayed more than one night in Johor. Johor will promote small towns across 10 districts in Johor by holding events like Majestic Johor and Festival Zapin. Johor is targeting 12 million tourists in 2026Source: thestar.com.my/news/nation/2025/08/19/over-14-million-foreign-visitors-entered-johor-with-singaporeans-topping-the-list
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19-Aug-2025 🛬 inboundThe Transport Minister said the ministry is willing to discuss with Singapore to implement cross-border e-hailing services between Singapore and Johor. He added that they previously raised this issue with the previous Transport Minister of Singapore, but they were not ready to discuss this during that time. He said the Road Transport Department (JPJ) conducted a Special Op for Foreign Vehicle E-Hailing on 13 Aug and detained 4 private vehicles driven by Singaporeans. He said the operation was conducted after Singapore launched an inspection on illegal e-hailing services. The Minister said the federal government will upgrade the main road connecting the Bukit Chagar Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link to ease the traffic flow. The Transport Ministry and the Johor State Government will expand the Stage Bus Service Transformation (SBST) scheme as a medium-term solution. Keretapi Tanah Melayu Bhd (KTMB) will introduce the Southern Commuter Service to complement rail services in southern Malaysia. The Ministry is exploring suitable boats or ferries to improve connectivity between Kuala Kedah and Kuala Perlis to LangkawiSource: malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2025/08/19/malaysia-open-to-cross-border-e-hailing-talks-with-singapore-says-loke/188128
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18-Aug-2025 🛬 inboundUnearthed Productions, an events management company based in Singapore, launched its new regional brand called UPGroup Asia and a new MICE Venue Search Platform during its annual industry gathering, CatchUP 2025. The company, through UPGroup Asia, will operate in Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Malaysia. The founder of the company announced they will open new offices in Bangkok, Jakarta, and HCMCSource: ttgmice.com/2025/08/18/unearthed-productions-expands-regionally-with-new-brand-and-venue-search-platform/
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17-Aug-2025 🛬 inboundSingapore will help all enterprises, especially SMEs, to use AI effectively to improve their competitive edge. The Prime Minister assured the people that the government will ensure citizens will have jobs, as many fear AI could replace their jobs. The government will work with unions to redesign jobs and help workers. Tuas Port will be fully completed in the 2040s and will have automated transport vehicles to move containers at the port. The government is studying to employ similar automation for baggage handling and other airside operations at Changi Airport. The Prime Minister said, “The real game changer lies in using AI to raise productivity and create new value through every part of the economy”Source: straitstimes.com/singapore/politics/ndr-2025-government-will-help-workers-harness-ai-redesign-jobs
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15-Aug-2025 👨✈️ aviationSingapore Airlines Group’s passenger traffic in Jul 2025 was +6.2% YoY, whilst passenger capacity was +2.8% YoY. The group’s load factor was 88.5%, up 2.9pp YoY. Singapore Airlines saw 87.4%, whilst Scoot saw 92.2%. They carried 3.5 million pax, +9.7% YoY, with Singapore Airlines carrying 2.3 million pax, +8% YoY, and Scoot 1.2 million pax, +13.2% YoYSource: businesstimes.com.sg/companies-markets/sia-groups-passenger-traffic-6-2-july
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15-Aug-2025 🛬 inboundEntertainment company Blast has signed a multi-year partnership with Singapore Tourism Board (STB) to host 4 arena esports events from Nov 2025 onwards. It is expected to generate tens of millions in economic impactSource: thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2025/08/15/singapore-tourism-board-and-top-entertainment-company-blast-sign-multi-year-deal-to-host-premier-esports-arena-events
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15-Aug-2025 🌏 outboundSarawak will hold its inaugural Mega Fair in Singapore from 16-19 Oct that will showcase its businesses, tourism and cultureSource: bernama.com/en/news.php/world/news.php
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15-Aug-2025 🛬 inboundThe Malaysian pavilion at Expo 2025 in Osaka recorded 2.2 million visitors, more than Malaysia’s 1.5 million target. Indonesia and Singapore recorded 1 million visitors respectively as of Jul. The Philippines recorded 600,000 visitors. Thailand from 13 Apr to 13 Aug recorded 1.25 million visitors, about 10,000 per daySource: bangkokpost.com/life/social-and-lifestyle/3087506/malaysian-pavilion-leads-asean-peers-at-osaka-expo
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