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Malay Mail
2 days ago
- General
- Malay Mail
Facing backlash from nature lovers, Singapore says Aviation Park reclamation won't affect public access to Changi Beach intertidal zones
SINGAPORE, July 28 — Planned reclamation works to expand Changi Aviation Park will not cut off access to intertidal areas off Changi Beach Park, authorities have said, following public concern over the project's environmental impact. In a joint statement, the Housing Board and Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) confirmed that Carparks 6 and 7, commonly used by visitors heading to the shorelines, will remain unaffected by the works, according to a report in The Straits Times. The clarification came in response to an online petition initiated by nature guide Neo Xiaoyun and environmental storyteller Julian Paul Lee, who called for a scaling down of the project to preserve the area's rich intertidal ecosystem. At low tide, the site draws visitors keen to spot marine life such as anemones and octopi. The petition, created on July 13, has since gathered over 1,440 signatures. It also raised concerns about public access to environmental impact assessments (EIAs), criticising the government's use of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) as a barrier to transparency and civic participation. In their response, HDB and URA said NDAs were used in this case due to security sensitivities in the report. However, they stressed that the public could still view the documents — both during and after the disclosure period — provided they signed the agreement. Most EIAs, they added, are typically made available online for public feedback. The agencies said they had consulted nature groups, youth representatives, and academics with conservation experience as part of the planning process for the Changi North works, in collaboration with the National Parks Board (NParks). Neo, who is currently pursuing a master's degree in geography and environment at the University of Hawaii, said she appreciated the authorities' engagement but felt improvements could be made. 'The use of confidentiality agreements are still worded quite broadly, so this still creates a chilling effect that dissuades meaningful civic engagement,' she said. She also urged future EIA consultations to tap into the deep local knowledge of nature guides familiar with the affected sites. According to an earlier report, about 193 hectares of land will be reclaimed off Changi — roughly twice the size of Gardens by the Bay — with the scale already reduced by one-fifth to protect a significant seagrass meadow. This project is part of a broader series of reclamation efforts at Singapore's eastern coastline, including a 900-hectare development off Changi Bay. While the official feedback window has closed, members of the public can still request to view the report by contacting HDB directly.
Malay Mail
23-07-2025
- Malay Mail
Two Americans arrested for allegedly stealing perfumes, luxury goods at Changi Airport
SINGAPORE, July 23 — Two American nationals have been arrested in Singapore over their suspected involvement in multiple thefts at Changi Airport's transit area, including from high-end retail outlets. According to The Straits Times, the suspects — a 35-year-old man and a 30-year-old woman — were arrested following reports of missing items from The Shilla Cosmetics & Perfumes outlet at Terminal 1 on June 23. Singapore police said in a statement yesterday that staff had discovered three missing bottles of perfume worth S$488 (RM1,700) during a stock-take, prompting them to lodge a report. Preliminary investigations found that the man had allegedly taken the items without paying and exited the store. Follow-up investigations by the Changi Airport police division identified the suspects, who were nabbed before they could leave the country. According to the report, police also revealed that the man was believed to have stolen a cardholder worth S$596.33 from another retail outlet in Terminal 1, and a bottle of perfume worth S$158.40 from another Shilla outlet in Terminal 3. The woman is alleged to have acted as a lookout during the incidents. All five stolen items were recovered from the suspects, who are expected to be charged today. In a stern warning, Singapore police said shop theft cases are taken seriously and that offenders will be dealt with firmly. 'Offenders should not think that they can evade capture by quickly boarding a flight,' the police were quoted as saying, adding that they continue to work closely with stakeholders to prevent and deter such cases.
India Today
21-07-2025
- India Today
Indian man slams ‘embarrassing' behaviour of co-passengers at Singapore Airport
An Indian man's Reddit post slamming fellow passengers for creating a scene at Singapore's Changi Airport Terminal 3 went viral as it managed to spark debate on public behaviour while travelling man, who was waiting for his flight back to Mumbai, shared his frustration on the subreddit 'r/Mumbai' in a post titled, 'Indians Abroad, Please stop embarrassing us.''Changi Airport Terminal 3 (Singapore): Was waiting there for my flight back to Mumbai. Suddenly, I saw a group of 20 people. They were Gujarati (as they were conversing in Gujarati). They were sitting and talking very loudly,' he He added, 'Laughing like they got some seizures or something. Most of them were sitting on the floor. Then one of them opened a huge packet of namkeen. They all started eating it. Most of it was spilled on the floor. They really made a mess of it.'According to him, onlookers were visibly annoyed. 'Everyone was pointing at them and making faces. One of the Australian/British couples behind me said, 'These must be Indian, mate',' he post further detailed how the same group allegedly caused chaos during boarding. 'After boarding got started, the girl on the computer was announcing which seats to be boarded. This group of people were cutting the line and trying to forcefully enter,' he concluded by saying, 'Their seats were not even announced. These people created quite a ruckus. And after creating ruckus, the main guy was laughing in pride as if he had done something really great. Why can't people conduct themselves in a decent manner when abroad?'Take a look at the viral Reddit post here:Social media users shared their own embarrassing experiences in the comments section. '15 years ago, I was on vacation in Europe with my parents. The guide (Indian) clearly mentioned the rules, dos and don'ts but people couldn't be bothered even after being told twice. They were sneaking huge amounts of fruits in their bags. The fruits were set on their breakfast tables,' a user user shared a personal experience from Vietnam. 'Once I was in Da Nang. We were in a 5-star hotel. Everyone was enjoying their breakfast, and suddenly I hear a voice - 'aye Jignesh'. I turned back and saw a fat uncle shouting across the hall in Gujarati to block the seat. All the people there were looking at them and they created so much mess there - cutting queues, shouting at waiters, asking for special treatment and what not. We finished our breakfast and left as soon as we could. We were feeling so embarrassed with the behaviour. Gujjus are worst among all,' the user user added, 'We were in Iceland and there was a glacial lake where icebergs were floating. It was a surreal view! Out of nowhere tourists from Ahmedabad appeared. They started creating a ton of noise, some even tried climbing on top of icebergs that had crashed on shore. Almost every person there was pissed off at the commotion. Iceland is not exactly a cheap destination, so this lack of civic sense is an epidemic that plagues every layer of Indian society.'advertisementA similar instance was recalled by another user, who shared, 'This was a pretty funny but also extremely embarrassing instance I experienced. We were visiting the London Bridge when we were on our visit to the UK. And as we came out of one of the museums just beside the bridge, there was a group of middle-aged to older ladies, all wearing sarees (I don't know if they were Gujarati or not but they were Indian), and they were loudly singing 'London Bridge is falling down' while near the bridge. I felt like hiding my face in embarrassment, even though they were like 100 metres away near the bridge. I walked away quietly. It wasn't only me, even the foreigners were feeling embarrassed. And it was more like screaming rather than singing.'On the concluding note, it is safe to say that this viral Reddit post sparked laughter and frustration in equal measure. It has also reignited a larger conversation on the need for better etiquette and self-awareness when travelling abroad.- EndsMust Watch
Yahoo
17-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
SEKO Logistics Launches New Singapore Logistics Hub to Strengthen APAC Operations
SINGAPORE, July 17, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--SEKO Logistics (SEKO), the leader in end-to-end global logistics, today announced the relocation of its Singapore corporate office and warehouse to new facilities – marking a major milestone in the company's Asia Pacific growth strategy. Strategically located in the Changi Free Trade Zone, the 8,000-square-foot warehouse enhances SEKO's regional capabilities in ecommerce fulfillment, multimodal freight forwarding and value-added warehousing services. The new hub further reinforces SEKO's commitment to delivering agile, scalable supply chain solutions across Southeast Asia. Designed with a strong emphasis on ecommerce fulfillment, the site consolidates services under one roof, enabling faster lead times, greater operational control and a flexible foundation for clients expanding in the region. In addition to ecommerce, the facility is equipped to support key verticals including automotive and aviation, high-tech and retail and lifestyle. "One of our key strategic initiatives is to expand and invest in our global footprint with the purpose of driving organic growth and creating more scale," said Gordon Branov, SEKO's CEO. "This move in Singapore is aligned with our vision, and we're excited to support the team in their continued growth." Core services include ocean and air freight, cross-border and last mile parcel delivery and value-added services such as labeling, bundling, repacking, kitting and seasonal SKU handling. Key capabilities: Scalable B2B and B2C fulfillment capabilities for peak seasons Pick and pack operations, including branded packaging, kitting and multi-SKU order processing Real-time inventory management through WMS integration Returns and reverse logistics support FTZ –based cross-border shipping optimization Platform integrations with Shopify, Shopee, Lazada and more "Singapore is one of the world's most connected and business-friendly logistics markets, making it the ideal location for our newest facility," said Fabiano Duarte, SEKO Singapore's Managing Director. "With climate-controlled storage, seamless freight and fulfillment integration and modular infrastructure, this site offers clients a true plug-and-play model that's flexible for growth in Southeast Asia." With its footprint in the Changi Free Trade Zone, the facility offers same- or next-day access to key Southeast Asian markets, including Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand and Vietnam. Clients also benefit from GST-suspended storage, zone-to-zone transshipment and a transparent regulatory environment - making it an efficient hub for consolidating inventory and streamlining customs clearance. SEKO Singapore New Office Address:1 Paya Lebar Link #04-01Paya Lebar Quarter Singapore 408533 SEKO Singapore New Warehouse Address:50 Alps Avenue, Sandvik Building #02-01Singapore 498782 To learn more about SEKO's operations in Singapore, and how SEKO can help you deliver goods worldwide, visit About SEKO Logistics Built on nearly 50 years of logistics expertise, SEKO Logistics is a complete global end-to-end logistics partner – from shipper to consumer. SEKO delivers client-first service, expert reliability and tech-driven shipping solutions that turn supply chains into a competitive differentiator. With over 150 offices in more than 60 countries, SEKO helps you move at the speed of global commerce. Learn more at View source version on Contacts Media Contact:Haley Hartmannhaley@ Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
17-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
SEKO Logistics Launches New Singapore Logistics Hub to Strengthen APAC Operations
SINGAPORE, July 17, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--SEKO Logistics (SEKO), the leader in end-to-end global logistics, today announced the relocation of its Singapore corporate office and warehouse to new facilities – marking a major milestone in the company's Asia Pacific growth strategy. Strategically located in the Changi Free Trade Zone, the 8,000-square-foot warehouse enhances SEKO's regional capabilities in ecommerce fulfillment, multimodal freight forwarding and value-added warehousing services. The new hub further reinforces SEKO's commitment to delivering agile, scalable supply chain solutions across Southeast Asia. Designed with a strong emphasis on ecommerce fulfillment, the site consolidates services under one roof, enabling faster lead times, greater operational control and a flexible foundation for clients expanding in the region. In addition to ecommerce, the facility is equipped to support key verticals including automotive and aviation, high-tech and retail and lifestyle. "One of our key strategic initiatives is to expand and invest in our global footprint with the purpose of driving organic growth and creating more scale," said Gordon Branov, SEKO's CEO. "This move in Singapore is aligned with our vision, and we're excited to support the team in their continued growth." Core services include ocean and air freight, cross-border and last mile parcel delivery and value-added services such as labeling, bundling, repacking, kitting and seasonal SKU handling. Key capabilities: Scalable B2B and B2C fulfillment capabilities for peak seasons Pick and pack operations, including branded packaging, kitting and multi-SKU order processing Real-time inventory management through WMS integration Returns and reverse logistics support FTZ –based cross-border shipping optimization Platform integrations with Shopify, Shopee, Lazada and more "Singapore is one of the world's most connected and business-friendly logistics markets, making it the ideal location for our newest facility," said Fabiano Duarte, SEKO Singapore's Managing Director. "With climate-controlled storage, seamless freight and fulfillment integration and modular infrastructure, this site offers clients a true plug-and-play model that's flexible for growth in Southeast Asia." With its footprint in the Changi Free Trade Zone, the facility offers same- or next-day access to key Southeast Asian markets, including Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand and Vietnam. Clients also benefit from GST-suspended storage, zone-to-zone transshipment and a transparent regulatory environment - making it an efficient hub for consolidating inventory and streamlining customs clearance. SEKO Singapore New Office Address:1 Paya Lebar Link #04-01Paya Lebar Quarter Singapore 408533 SEKO Singapore New Warehouse Address:50 Alps Avenue, Sandvik Building #02-01Singapore 498782 To learn more about SEKO's operations in Singapore, and how SEKO can help you deliver goods worldwide, visit About SEKO Logistics Built on nearly 50 years of logistics expertise, SEKO Logistics is a complete global end-to-end logistics partner – from shipper to consumer. SEKO delivers client-first service, expert reliability and tech-driven shipping solutions that turn supply chains into a competitive differentiator. With over 150 offices in more than 60 countries, SEKO helps you move at the speed of global commerce. Learn more at View source version on Contacts Media Contact:Haley Hartmannhaley@ Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
