CONTAINER DEPOT AND
LOGISTICS ASSOCIATION (SINGAPORE)

Singapore Logistics and Crane Carnival 2023

CDAS is proud to be a co-organizer of the upcoming Singapore Logistics and Crane Carnival 2023! Organized by the Singapore Cranes Association (SCA), together with co-organisers, the Singapore Logistics Association (SLA), Singapore Transport Association (STA) and Container Depot and Logistics Association Singapore - CDAS, with the support of the Workplace Safety and Health Council and Employment & Employability Institute, e2i, the event aims to raise awareness on the industrial developments of the #logistics and #crane operations, showcase the professionalism and career pathways and highlight the importance of #WSH in these industries. The event expects attendees from in-service professionals, mid-career switches, [...]

Enterprise Singapore Introductory Engagement Session

Thanks to the gracious hosting of CWT Integrated Pte Ltd, CDAS was pleased to be able to host an Enterprise Singapore Introductory Engagement with their CEO, Mr. Lee Chuan Teck, accompanied by Assistant Chief Executive, Mr. Lee Pak Sing  and Mr. Law Chung Ming  (Executive Director, Transport and Logistics). The group got a first hand look at a first of its kind integrated multi-storey depot - a Mega Logistics Hub, and got to learn how companies like CWT leveraged on various #digitalization and #technology adoption to modernize and #transform their business to meet new requirements. Led by CDAS President, Mr. [...]

Sharing on Adoption of Technology by the Container Logistics Industry

Together with the help of host CWT Integrated Pte Ltd, we warmly welcomed a visit by some 20 students and 4 faculty members from ASEAN countries, who were attending the NYPi-ROK ASEAN TVET Mobility Program in IT Applications & Development hosted by Nanyang Polytechnic's NYP, International. They were also joined by representatives of The Korean Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI). The 4 week program is designed to equip the students with relevant IT skills meant for the industry, and in includes industry visits to sectors that utilize technology as part of their transformation efforts. To that end, we gave them a presentation [...]

Signing of MOU at the SGTradex Collaborative Data in Supply Chain Conference

Sgtradex held a conference on "Collaborative Data in the Supply Chain" yesterday, which brought together industry leaders from the logistics sector including Hauliers, Shippers, freightforwarders, and Industry Solution Providers among others. As part of the conference, CDAS, represented by Deputy President Mr. Lim Boon Tiong, took part in the signing of the MOU, together with the other Logistics and Transportation Trade Associations Singapore Logistics Association and Singapore Transport Association, as well as other logistics solution providers, as part of a cohesive effort to promote digitalization and advocate the benefits of data exchange on the SGTraDex Network. Mr. Lim also took [...]

Planting Trees for a Greener and Sustainable Future

The Singapore Logistics Association organized an event to plant 50 trees, as part of celebrating 50 Years of #SGLogistics and Making an impactful carbon handprint. As part of #worldenvironmentday2023, CDAS is proud to have supported SLA's event, where together, the industry, trade associations, agencies and institutes planted 50 trees to celebrate SLA's 50th anniversary, while contributing back to the environment as part of National Parks Board's OneMillionTrees movement to restore nature back into our city through the planting of a million more trees across Singapore, a key pillar under the Singapore Green Plan 2030. Together with Guest-of-Honour Ms. Grace Fu [...]

CDAS Lunar New Year Gathering 2023 – Huat 兔(Tu)gether!

Were you able to join us at our Lunar New Year Gathering 2023? We certainly hope so! CDAS returned to its first physical Lunar New Year Gathering, where we "Huat 兔(Tu)gether" since the pandemic, and we certainly missed being able to meet our members, partners, our friends from the other TACs, associates and friends of the container depot and logistics industry in person in such a celebratory event. We shared more about the latest industry happenings and trends, gave some insight into the New Year, as well as had shared some initiatives, such as the Container Tracking System (CTR) with [...]

Sharing at the Trade Association 101 Course by SCCCI

CDAS Deputy President Mr. Ricky Loo was invited to do an industry sharing at the 2nd run of the Trade Association 101 course, organized by the Singapore Chinese Chamber of Commerce & Industry. During the session, he shared about CDAS' journey of transforming and uplifting the container depot and logistics sector, how we had taken great strides to digitize our industry processes and advocate for the adoption of digital solutions and technology to help increase efficiency, reduce costs and embark on a sustainable roadmap. Mr. Loo shared about his thoughts and ideas on how Trade Associations and Chambers (TACs) can further help their [...]

Seminar on “Drive towards Sustainability”

Together with PSA Singapore and with the support from Enterprise Singapore, we had organized an industry seminar for container haulage companies on "Drive towards Sustainability" on 17 November 2022, to share about decarbonizing and sustainability initiatives. We'd like to extend our thanks to our participants and supporting partners for making this seminar a success! With the increased focus on reducing #carbon emission, especially for our industry which produces high #emissions, as well as the carbon tax looming in the not too distant future, how can companies prepare for #decarbonization , and kickstart their #sustainability journey?" Companies have already begin thinking [...]

Partnering SMEs: Digitizing for Growth

CDAS is pleased to have supported the "Partnering SMEs: Digitizing for Growth" event held yesterday, organized by Mastercard®, in partnership with the Payments Council that is established by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). The event aims to gather small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the logistics industry to discuss and understand: - Emerging trends in the logistics industry and how they impact SMEs - Benefits of payment digitalization and the technologies available for SMEs to use - Government initiatives available to support SMEs in going cashless and digital CDAS Deputy President, Mr. Ricky Loo was there as part of [...]

Container Tracking System (CTR) Featured as part of Singapore’s Logistics ITM at the Industrial Transformation ASIA-PACIFIC (ITAP)

The Industry Transformation Map (ITM) Networking Event at the Industrial Transformation ASIA-PACIFIC (ITAP) kicked off today at the Singapore Expo, where 5 ITMs from the Advanced Manufacturing & Trade (AMT) Cluster will be launched at ITAP this year: Aerospace, Electronics, Energy & Chemicals, Precision Engineering and Logistics. The Container Tracking System (CTR) was featured as part of Singapore's Logistics ITM. CTR aims to tackle the longstanding pain points of our industry, of the lacking visibility of our fleet and chassis assets, managing them, and optimizing their use as well as pooling together resources for use to reduce wastage and further reduce our [...]

Thank You for Supporting the Logistics and Transportation Conference 2022 – Logistics Digitalization and Resource Optimization for a Sustainable Future

We are pleased to have successfully ran the renewed Logistics and Transportation Conference 2022 on 30 September 2022! Our theme for the conference, “Logistics Digitalization and Resource Optimization for a Sustainable Future” brought together representatives from the logistics and transportation sector, speakers and representatives from government agencies and academics, to attend and share their experience and expertise on the four key focus of this conference’s theme; the continued “Digitalization” of the logistics and transportation sector, “Optimizing” resources and assets for improved efficiency, and “Sustainability”, as we delve into both business sustainability as well as reducing our industry’s carbon footprint. The [...]

Re-Introducing the Logistics and Transportation Conference 2022 – Logistics Digitalization and Resource Optimization for a Sustainable Future

CDAS is pleased to announce the renewal of our Logistics and Transportation Conference 2022! Our theme for the conference, “Logistics Digitalization and Resource Optimization for a Sustainable Future” will bring together representatives from the logistics and transportation sector, speakers and representatives from government agencies and academics, to attend and share their experience and expertise on the four key focus of this conference’s theme; the continued “Digitalization” of the logistics and transportation sector, “Optimizing” resources and assets for improved efficiency, and “Sustainability”, as we delve into both business sustainability as well as reducing our industry’s carbon footprint. Don't miss the opportunity [...]

Join CDAS in Supporting Persons with Disabilities

Sign up for the SPD Ability Walk & Run and join CDAS in supporting persons with disabilities! Our Association is pleased to be supporting the SPD for their upcoming event. We are hoping to rally our members and friends in the industry to sign up for the upcoming SPD Ability Walk & Run 2022 physical event taking place on 3 September 2022 in support of persons with disabilities. We hope to encourage all to sign up for the event and to join the CDAS in supporting this meaningful cause! The details of the event are as follow: Date: 3 September 2022, 8am [...]

Quality and Standards Partners Appreciation Event 2022

CDAS is pleased to share that Deputy President, Mr. Ricky Loo received a commendation award in recognition for his contributions at the Enterprise Singapore's Quality and Standards Partners Appreciation Event held on 13 July 2022. Over the years Mr. Loo has contributed significantly his experience and industry expertise in helping to put together various Technical References, some of which would go on to become adopted as Singapore Standards. Standards are often conceptualized in the form of a Technical Reference, to guide the industry based on the recommended best practices put together by a committee of industry experts, which are then [...]

CDAS’ 31st Annual General Meeting

CDAS held our 31st Annual General Meeting (AGM) on June 24th. This was a change of pace as we have gone full physical for the meeting this round and even allowed for some minor networking to take place. While we work hard to live in challenging times, we also look forward to seeing our members at future events soon.

Business Mission to China and Chinese Taipei to Study Crane Systems

This Business Mission was jointly organized by Enterprise Singapore (ESG) and Container Depot and Logistics Association (Singapore) (CDAS) in collaboration with Jurong Town Corporation (JTC). The Business Mission was given the following objectives: (a) to look at smart crane technologies used at the ports in China and Chinese Taipei to manage container operations; (b) to visit crane manufacturers to assess their capability to customize overhead cranes for use in multi-storey container depot facilities in Singapore; (c) study innovative automation solutions for crane systems that can potentially be implemented by inland container depot operators in Singapore; and (d) understand [...]

Latest PSA Circular

The following are the latest PSA Circular for hauliers 4 February 2019 Please refer to the below links concerning the Maritime Cyber Security and Phishing prevention tips. Maritime Cyber Security_Phishing Maritime Cyber Security_2FA & Tips 21 Nov 2018 Attached circular on REMINDER: DRIVER TO ENGAGE HANDBRAKE FULLY AND SWITCH OFF ENGINE WHEN LEAVING VEHICLE. CIRCULAR TO ENGAGE HANDBRAKE FULLY AND SWITCH OFF ENGINE WHEN LEAVING VEHICLE Please disseminate this to your relevant staff 08 Nov 2018 Attached circular on the road works by MPA at West Coast Highway Up-ramp towards [...]

Logistics & Cranes Carnival 2018

CDAS as part of the Logistics Alliance, took part in the Logistics & Cranes Carnival 2018, which was graced by Minister of State, Ministry of National Development & Ministry of Manpower, Mr Zaqy Mohamad. The carnival saw many participants with their friends and family, coming down to enjoy the many food and games, as well as informational booth to help aspiring students learn more about the current industry practices, as well as give them an insight as to the kind of systems and equipment utilized in our digitized industry.

CDAS at the Singapore Logistics Forum 2018

CDAS as part of the Logistics Alliance took part in the Singapore Logistics Forum 2018 earlier today, where the Guest of Honour, Senior Minister of State for Trade and Industry Dr. Koh Poh Koon announced the three-year industry roadmap, which involves the different methods for various stakeholders to digitalise their processes to foster better colloaboration with each other. As part of the industry roadmap, the logistics alliance will work towards establishing platforms to showcase innovative technology and digital applications in logistics. You may read more about the event here.

CDAS Embarkation on Various New Company Initiatives

CDAS is pleased to announce that we have embarked on our journey to adopt various initiatives to help create a better workplace, as well as supporting various campaigns. For starters, we have successfully implemented various changes within our organization, to be in line with the Tripartite Standards set forth by MOM. The Tripartite Standards are a new tripartite initiative which helps organisations with good practices distinguish themselves. They complement our laws, Tripartite Guidelines and Advisories to increase the adoption of fair and progressive workplaces practices in Singapore. (source: MOM). These are some of the initiatives we have taken up:- [...]