Mia Pei

Mia Pei

JOURNALIST

Mia Pei covers commodities for The Business Times, with a focus on energy, precious metals and agri-commodities. She graduated from Nanyang Technological University with a double major in communications and economics.

Sun Xiushun, founder and chairman of Winning International, says that the company will continue to act as a collaborator to help Singapore firms tap Africa's potential.

Singapore firm anchors West Africa’s mega mine: Inside Winning International’s Simandou play

The company leverages the city-state’s connector strengths to reshape global high-grade iron-ore trade

For those who prefer a bold and brooding drink, Last Word's spin on a Sazerac offers a potent blend of cognac and rye, warmed with Guinness stout, osmanthus and absinthe.
BARFLY

One last round at Last Stop

This hidden 12-seater den inside the cocktail bar Last Word invites guests to end the night slowly

At the core of the push for alternative fuels is Finspang, Siemens Energy’s flagship gas turbine R&D and manufacturing hub for over a century.

Siemens Energy bets on ammonia, fuel flexibility to future-proof Asia’s power systems

The energy technology provider sets 2030 target for 100% hydrogen and ammonia-capable turbines

From left: BT’s memberships editor Dylan Tan, UOB's head of ESG solutions Adrian Ow, SBS Transit's group CEO Jeffrey Sim, and Speco Singapore's founder and CEO Benjamin Chua.
NAVIGATING SUSTAINABILITY FORWARD

Sustainability no longer a cost centre but core strategy, say panellists at UOB-BT dialogue

Successful leaders do not outsource ESG to a single department, panellist observes

Ragnar Udd, chief commercial officer at BHP, sees Singapore as an "incredible jurisdiction" for commercial operations.
COMMODITY INSIGHTS

BHP sharpens Asia focus; bets on copper, potash over rare earths

Asia’s firm demand underscores the mining giant’s commitment to the region

EMA chief executive Puah Kok Keong says the marine industry is also exploring ammonia for marine bunkering as a cleaner alternative to conventional ship fuels.

Singapore aims to lead region’s ammonia path to net zero: EMA chief

It is actively exploring the viability of combusting ammonia directly in gas turbines

Hugh Burke, CEO of Coface Asia-Pacific, says: “Asia has always been driving the global economic landscape… We are seeing a shift of opportunities from more mature markets in Asia to South-east Asia – like Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam.”
TOPLINE

French trade credit insurer Coface eyes growth in South-east Asia amid rising trade risks

As the global economy fragments and supply chains shift, Coface is leaning into its market intelligence and analytics

Star Fruit Martini pairs the star-shaped tropical fruit with gin and dry vermouth in a crystal-clear dirty martini.
BARFLY

A showcase of wines and signature cocktails at two-storey concept temper.

The new addition to Duxton’s bar scene features cocktails that reference the neighbourhood’s past and present

The gold rally so far reflects entrenched expectations for rate cuts after disappointing US non-farm payrolls data.
COMMODITY INSIGHTS

Gold heads towards US$4,000 mark as markets grapple with dollar doubts, Fed uncertainty

Analysts note confidence in the precious metal is ultimately linked to sentiment towards the greenback

Market watchers expect China's stockpiling of its crude reserve to slow, and its commercial demand to peak soon.
COMMODITY INSIGHTS

China can’t be counted on to absorb global crude surplus as Opec+ bumps up production: market watchers

Crude could trade at below US$60 a barrel by end-2025 as the world’s largest oil importer slows down stockpiling