In the Emerging Stronger Together Budget Statement 2021 delivered on 16 February 2021, Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Heng Swee Keat spoke about the measures that the Government will put in place to support businesses through the uncertainties in the global environment while preparing them to seize opportunities in the future. Budget 2021 lays out the Government’s plans to: (i) continue providing relief in the immediate term, as we fight the pandemic; (ii) invest strategically for growth and press on with economic transformation in the medium term; and (iii) lay the groundwork to position Singapore to grow and thrive [...]

Dear Members, Please find enclosed for your reference, the call by the WSH Council for companies to explore innovative solutions to address potential WSH risks at the workplace, which they can submit for the WSH Innovation Awards. Members are encouraged to find innovative ways to address WSH risks.

Dear Members,   1.PSA is once again extending the following concessions to local containers  for vessels arriving during the Chinese New Year (CNY) 2021 period: Waiver of extra movement charge for early acceptance of export containers; First 3 days free storage for export and import laden containers; First 2 days free storage for export and import empty containers. 2.The CNY 2021 qualifying periods for the concessions are as follows: For Import containers, the concession is applicable for vessels  arriving from 10 Feb 0001 hr to 13 Feb 2359 hr. For Export* containers, The concession is applicable for vessels arriving from [...]

Dear Members,   With effect from 22 January 9am, the Antigen Rapid Test (ART) will be progressively rolled out for cargo drivers and accompanying personnel entering Singapore at the Singapore Tuas and Woodlands checkpoints.   Tested personnel with a negative result may proceed to enter Singapore. This is in line with the requirement for all travellers to undertake COVID-19 testing on arrival in Singapore to manage the growing risk of imported COVID-19 cases.   Attached is also an infographic illustrating the testing procedures at the respective checkpoints. Press Release Infographic Please disseminate this to your relevant staff.

Dear Members, We hope you had a pleasant start to 2021. As we enter 2021, we have seen new waves of COVID-19 globally, including in our neighbouring countries in Asia. The COVID-19 situation globally remains unpredictable and we must remain ready to respond decisively towards any disruptions to our operating environment and supply chains. The government is encouraging companies to continue with their efforts to develop, refine and review their BCP and supply chain resilience plans. The Singapore government will also continue to support our companies by: Remaining committed to keeping our supply chains moving, our businesses open and [...]

Five Fatalities in 10 Days – Call Upon Industries for Safety Time-Out The Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) Council has shared that from 23 November to 2 December 2020, there have been five workplace fatalities across various industries. Preliminary investigations from the Ministry of Manpower have found that these accidents could have been easily prevented through thorough inspection of worksites to correct any potentially unsafe conditions, and workers to be re-trained and given time to adjust after a period of inactivity. They also advised companies to avoid rushing to complete work and fulfil orders before the upcoming festive season, as [...]

77 contractors, operators and organisations were recognised by the Land Transport Authority for their excellent workplace safety, health and environment management practices in 2019 at the 22nd Annual Safety, Health and Environmental Award Convention (ASAC). LTA had approached CDAS for nominations for this award, and had assisted the application process. CDAS would like to congratulate Poh Tiong Choon Logistics Limited and the other winners on winning the “Certificate of Merit - Safest Logistics/Transport Company” award, and for being an exemplary example for the industry! You can see the winners at timestamp 4:38 onwards   Pictured: Representatives from Poh Tiong Choon Logistics [...]

As one of the challenge sponsors at Enterprise Singapore's Trade and Connectivity Challenge 2020, CDAS together with Enterprise Singapore conducted the Briefing Session for the Automated Container Inspection Project The webinar was conducted on 14 August 2020, to give potential solution providers a chance to better understand the Container Depot operations, and the container surveying process, as well as have questions answered regarding the requirements of the project. Watch the recording of the briefing session below! 

While Singapore continues to take on the challenges due to COVID 19 and embracing the new normal, our National Servicemen continue to steadfastly play their roles in safeguarding our borders as well as supporting our nation’s fight against COVID-19 - readily stepping up to discharge their duties to the nation with full commitment and professionalism.   CDAS salute our National Servicemen for all their contributions to the nation’s peace and security, particularly in this time of unprecedented need. As we commemorate SAF Day on 1 Jul, we would like to encourage you to join us in showing appreciation and support [...]

(Note this event is exclusive to CDAS Members only) Notice is hereby given that the 29th Annual General Meeting of the Society will be held by electronic means on 26 June 2020 at 10:00 a.m. The notice and invitations has been sent out to members via email. Members who wish to attend are advised to check their email and contact us if they have not received it. In light of the COVID-19 situation and pursuant to the relevant order under the COVID19 (Temporary Measures) Act 2020, the following arrangements will be adopted for the Annual General Meeting (“AGM”):- Members will [...]