https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/ THE BUSINESS TIMES - Find latest business and financial news including analysis and opinion on top business stories, stock markets in Singapore, Asia-Pacific and global market news and more at The Business Times. en-US https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/favicon.ico https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/ 32 32 https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/international/asean/were-not-bubble-tea-brand-chagee-aims-double-asia-pacific-footprint-600-stores-2027 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 23:00:00 +0000 Paige Lim Asean Companies & Markets Consumer & Healthcare Global International New Articles Singapore SMEs /international/asean/were-not-bubble-tea-brand-chagee-aims-double-asia-pacific-footprint-600-stores-2027 Localisation and securing prime store locations are key priorities as the brand expands in the region, says its Apac CMO https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/higher-bar-talent-crunch-complicate-singapore-smes-succession-plans Mon, 27 Apr 2026 23:00:00 +0000 Therese Soh SMEs Economy & Policy Singapore /singapore/smes/higher-bar-talent-crunch-complicate-singapore-smes-succession-plans For ageing towkays, finding the right successor may prove harder than before, observers say https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/track-your-macros-meal-prep-delivery-services-see-gains-singapore-amid-health-and-fitness-boom Wed, 22 Apr 2026 06:33:40 +0000 Paige Lim SMEs Singapore /singapore/smes/track-your-macros-meal-prep-delivery-services-see-gains-singapore-amid-health-and-fitness-boom Much of the demand has been fuelled by a new generation of consumers who are more informed about nutrition and portion control,... https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/singapore-smes-extend-growth-streak-q1-middle-east-war-clouds-outlook-ocbc Wed, 22 Apr 2026 03:44:18 +0000 Renald Yeo Singapore Banking & Finance Companies & Markets SMEs /singapore/singapore-smes-extend-growth-streak-q1-middle-east-war-clouds-outlook-ocbc Growth for the quarter is broad-based, supported by SMEs in domestic-facing and outward-oriented industries https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/little-paddington-eyes-spark-certification-all-10-branches-within-next-three-years Wed, 15 Apr 2026 07:17:26 +0000 Koh Kim Xuan SMEs Singapore /singapore/smes/little-paddington-eyes-spark-certification-all-10-branches-within-next-three-years Private pre-school operator’s revenue up 20% in 2025 thanks to higher enrolment numbers, says its chief operating officer https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/broken-fb-model-and-hit-refreshs-bid-reset-it-freshpod-kiosks Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Low Youjin SMEs Singapore /singapore/smes/broken-fb-model-and-hit-refreshs-bid-reset-it-freshpod-kiosks Through this initiative, the startup is rethinking how meals are prepared and served https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/opinion-features/defence-dreaming-small-micro-smes-modern-city Tue, 14 Apr 2026 23:00:00 +0000 Janice Heng Opinion & Features Columns Singapore SMEs /opinion-features/defence-dreaming-small-micro-smes-modern-city Singapore needs to nurture local champions for the global stage – but can afford to have some that stay home, too https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/local-fintech-startup-homepay-looks-bring-greater-security-singapores-renovation-industry Wed, 08 Apr 2026 03:00:00 +0000 Jermaine Fok SMEs Singapore /singapore/smes/local-fintech-startup-homepay-looks-bring-greater-security-singapores-renovation-industry Its mobile app reduces the risk of scams by protecting homeowners through an escrow-payment system https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/twelve-cupcakes-staff-recover-part-unpaid-salaries-end-march-fb-union Tue, 31 Mar 2026 15:39:42 +0000 Paige Lim Singapore SMEs /singapore/twelve-cupcakes-staff-recover-part-unpaid-salaries-end-march-fb-union The Food, Drinks and Allied Workers Union says it has been assisting affected members since October 2025 https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/events-awards/enterprise-50/applications-open-enterprise-50-awards-2026-nominations Tue, 31 Mar 2026 01:00:00 +0000 Elysia Tan Enterprise 50 Events & Awards Singapore SMEs /events-awards/enterprise-50/applications-open-enterprise-50-awards-2026-nominations This year’s theme is ‘Future-Proofing Growth Through Innovation’ https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/castlery-open-first-us-store-new-york-targets-8-12-stores-key-global-cities-2029 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:30:00 +0000 Paige Lim SMEs New Articles Singapore /singapore/smes/castlery-open-first-us-store-new-york-targets-8-12-stores-key-global-cities-2029 To mitigate the impact of US tariffs, the furniture brand has diversified its supply chain, while expanding into the UK and Canada https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/companies-markets/imda-boost-ai-adoption-among-singapore-enterprises-new-bootcamp Fri, 20 Mar 2026 07:44:05 +0000 Jermaine Fok Companies & Markets Singapore SMEs /companies-markets/imda-boost-ai-adoption-among-singapore-enterprises-new-bootcamp The programme will be run with Boston Consulting Group and EY-Parthenon, with plans to partner with more firms https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/talent-ai-and-agility-key-helping-smes-compete-globally Wed, 18 Mar 2026 23:00:00 +0000 Jermaine Fok SMEs Singapore /singapore/smes/talent-ai-and-agility-key-helping-smes-compete-globally The BT Budget Roundtable also explores the role of talent, innovation and government support in driving growth https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/singapores-trust-premium-gives-smes-edge-overseas Wed, 18 Mar 2026 23:00:00 +0000 Low Youjin SMEs Singapore /singapore/smes/singapores-trust-premium-gives-smes-edge-overseas Speakers at the BT Budget Roundtable say that companies must take a deliberate approach to overseas expansion https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/ai-adoption-without-clear-goal-money-down-drain-warn-industry-leaders Wed, 18 Mar 2026 23:00:00 +0000 Tessa Oh Singapore SMEs /singapore/ai-adoption-without-clear-goal-money-down-drain-warn-industry-leaders Yet firms that deliberate for too long on implementation risk losing ground https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/smf-inks-deal-great-green-run-give-50-smes-free-carbon-footprint-reports Wed, 18 Mar 2026 07:48:37 +0000 Lee U-Wen SMEs Singapore /singapore/smes/smf-inks-deal-great-green-run-give-50-smes-free-carbon-footprint-reports The third edition of this annual running event takes place on Jun 14 at Marina Barrage https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/singapore-foodtech-startup-prefer-tackles-rising-coffee-costs-bean-free-fermentation Wed, 18 Mar 2026 04:28:28 +0000 Jermaine Fok SMEs Singapore /singapore/smes/singapore-foodtech-startup-prefer-tackles-rising-coffee-costs-bean-free-fermentation The company plans to launch its pilot factory in Q3 https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/work-permit-levy-hikes-2028-could-drive-smes-automate-upskill-workers-industry-players Mon, 16 Mar 2026 23:00:00 +0000 Renald Yeo Singapore SMEs /singapore/work-permit-levy-hikes-2028-could-drive-smes-automate-upskill-workers-industry-players Among SMEs, these levy increases are likely to have a greater impact than other manpower-related changes unveiled in the recent Budget https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/australian-tea-brand-t2-tea-shuts-all-singapore-outlets-it-looks-reset-asia-retail-strategy Mon, 16 Mar 2026 10:06:42 +0000 Paige Lim SMEs Singapore /singapore/smes/australian-tea-brand-t2-tea-shuts-all-singapore-outlets-it-looks-reset-asia-retail-strategy A company spokesperson says the retailer is in its ‘strongest position’ in over a decade https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/costs-running-singapore-businesses-gulf-conflict-jacks-energy-prices Sun, 15 Mar 2026 08:43:13 +0000 Elysia Tan Koh Kim Xuan Singapore SMEs /singapore/costs-running-singapore-businesses-gulf-conflict-jacks-energy-prices Already hit by rising fuel costs, anticipated electricity price hikes could worsen the blow https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/property/og-denies-conspiracy-claims-injure-hao-mart-and-owner-lawsuit-involving-gcb-mortgage Wed, 11 Mar 2026 11:20:33 +0000 Paige Lim Property Singapore SMEs /property/og-denies-conspiracy-claims-injure-hao-mart-and-owner-lawsuit-involving-gcb-mortgage This is one of four lawsuits involving OG and Hao Mart relating to the lease of the Taste Orchard premises https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/perky-lash-new-home-visit-service-set-power-next-phase-growth Wed, 11 Mar 2026 03:00:00 +0000 Jermaine Fok SMEs Singapore /singapore/smes/perky-lash-new-home-visit-service-set-power-next-phase-growth The home-grown beauty salon chain will bring its eyelash extension treatment to clients’ homes or even their offices https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/prism-appoints-jonathan-wong-ceo-founder-jonathan-tan-stepping-executive-chairman Tue, 10 Mar 2026 02:00:00 +0000 Benjamin Cher SMEs Singapore /singapore/smes/prism-appoints-jonathan-wong-ceo-founder-jonathan-tan-stepping-executive-chairman The new chief will focus on product integration, customer experience and solidifying the brand as a smart-home solution provider https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/cafe-chain-providore-abruptly-shuts-all-6-outlets-singapore-ntuc-provide-support-affected-union Mon, 09 Mar 2026 05:34:36 +0000 Paige Lim SMEs Singapore /singapore/smes/cafe-chain-providore-abruptly-shuts-all-6-outlets-singapore-ntuc-provide-support-affected-union Staff were reportedly informed of the closure only on the same day https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/nominations-open-ey-entrepreneur-year-2026-awards Sun, 08 Mar 2026 16:01:00 +0000 Jermaine Fok Singapore SMEs /singapore/nominations-open-ey-entrepreneur-year-2026-awards Nominees will be assessed across four globally benchmarked criteria: entrepreneurial spirit, purpose, impact and growth https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/how-ocbc-backs-women-entrepreneurs-financing-and-networking-support Sun, 08 Mar 2026 10:26:26 +0000 Renald Yeo Singapore SMEs /singapore/how-ocbc-backs-women-entrepreneurs-financing-and-networking-support Under the Women Unlimited programme, founders can tap up to S$100,000 and attend customised workshops https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/boutique-wellness-player-trapeze-rec-club-close-after-five-years-owner-says-not-sustainable-carry Wed, 04 Mar 2026 10:04:29 +0000 Paige Lim SMEs Singapore /singapore/smes/boutique-wellness-player-trapeze-rec-club-close-after-five-years-owner-says-not-sustainable-carry The 8,000 sq ft club at Tanjong Pagar is owned by Grant Wee, the youngest child of UOB CEO Wee Ee Cheong https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/70-years-curry-puffs-and-counting-old-chang-kee-banks-secret-recipe-stay-ahead-competitors Wed, 04 Mar 2026 03:00:00 +0000 Koh Kim Xuan SMEs Singapore /singapore/smes/70-years-curry-puffs-and-counting-old-chang-kee-banks-secret-recipe-stay-ahead-competitors The fried snack retailer has stayed true to its roots even as it continues to innovate and try new products to reach... https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/economy-policy/budget-2026-new-sme-ai-skills-launchpad-help-businesses-elevate-ai-awareness-adopt-solutions Tue, 03 Mar 2026 04:36:21 +0000 Paige Lim Economy & Policy Singapore SMEs /singapore/economy-policy/budget-2026-new-sme-ai-skills-launchpad-help-businesses-elevate-ai-awareness-adopt-solutions A new self-diagnostic tool will also be launched to help workers assess their AI readiness level and training needs https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/lam-kee-fisheries-casts-net-further-middle-east-and-s-e-asia-eyes-ready-cook-food-market-home Wed, 25 Feb 2026 06:30:05 +0000 Paige Lim SMEs Global International New Articles Singapore /singapore/smes/lam-kee-fisheries-casts-net-further-middle-east-and-s-e-asia-eyes-ready-cook-food-market-home The longstanding family business aims to boost business-to-consumer sales through retail brand Snow Treasures https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/budget-2026-repositions-smes-long-term-tough-environment-dbs Tue, 24 Feb 2026 23:00:00 +0000 Paige Lim SMEs Economy & Policy New Articles Singapore /singapore/smes/budget-2026-repositions-smes-long-term-tough-environment-dbs The bank’s group head for corporate and SME banking highlighted AI, internationalisation, workforce transformation and financing as four key areas the government... https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/s10-billion-invested-workforce-initiatives-over-past-five-years-mom Tue, 24 Feb 2026 08:35:55 +0000 Jermaine Fok Singapore SMEs /singapore/s10-billion-invested-workforce-initiatives-over-past-five-years-mom Long-term unemployment rate for PMETs remains within the range observed during non-recessionary periods https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/singapore-logistics-body-inks-mous-tap-js-sez-boost-sustainability-and-digital-push Mon, 23 Feb 2026 13:28:21 +0000 Jermaine Fok Singapore SMEs /singapore/singapore-logistics-body-inks-mous-tap-js-sez-boost-sustainability-and-digital-push Among the agreements are two to anchor cross-border logistics cooperation https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/singapore-smes-brace-choppy-trade-waters-us-tariffs-rise-15 Mon, 23 Feb 2026 01:50:10 +0000 Chong Xin Wei Singapore SMEs /singapore/singapore-smes-brace-choppy-trade-waters-us-tariffs-rise-15 Sustained investment in R&D would enable companies to ‘create foundational values rather than just value-add’, says Asme president https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/ai-powered-microalgae-hub-anchor-life3-biotechs-position-sustainable-proteins Wed, 18 Feb 2026 07:53:26 +0000 Jermaine Fok SMEs Singapore /singapore/smes/ai-powered-microalgae-hub-anchor-life3-biotechs-position-sustainable-proteins Facility slated for completion in the fourth quarter of 2026 will house AI-driven bioreactors and a new visitor centre https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/retailers-say-neigh-price-hikes-year-horse Mon, 16 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Elysia Tan Jermaine Fok Singapore SMEs /singapore/retailers-say-neigh-price-hikes-year-horse Many are pulling the reins on increasing costs to remain competitive https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/hotels-restaurants-see-stronger-cny-dining-demand-reunion-dinner-bookings-stream-earlier Sun, 15 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Paige Lim SMEs Singapore /singapore/smes/hotels-restaurants-see-stronger-cny-dining-demand-reunion-dinner-bookings-stream-earlier While diners are gravitating towards premium experiences, corporates seem more budget-conscious this year https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/budget-2026-smes-unlikely-face-sharp-cost-increases-ep-s-pass-salary-hikes-offshoring-interest-may Thu, 12 Feb 2026 13:35:42 +0000 Renald Yeo Singapore SMEs /singapore/budget-2026-smes-unlikely-face-sharp-cost-increases-ep-s-pass-salary-hikes-offshoring-interest-may A key way for SMEs to adapt to higher costs is to offshore parts of their operations, say industry observers https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/8-10-smes-plan-overseas-expansion-2026-despite-market-volatility-dbs-survey Tue, 10 Feb 2026 04:53:29 +0000 Jermaine Fok Singapore SMEs /singapore/8-10-smes-plan-overseas-expansion-2026-despite-market-volatility-dbs-survey Reaching new customers and building a stronger presence abroad are the primary drivers https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/economy-policy/budget-2026-may-give-firms-more-targeted-strategic-support-navigate-global-uncertainty Tue, 10 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000 Paige Lim Economy & Policy Singapore SMEs /singapore/economy-policy/budget-2026-may-give-firms-more-targeted-strategic-support-navigate-global-uncertainty Observers say AI adoption will be a major focus of this year’s Budget, alongside renewed emphasis on internationalisation and sustainability https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/over-half-pmes-feel-need-upskill-amid-ai-disruptions-ntuc-survey Mon, 09 Feb 2026 07:21:10 +0000 Jermaine Fok Singapore New Articles SMEs /singapore/over-half-pmes-feel-need-upskill-amid-ai-disruptions-ntuc-survey The labour movement will push for enhanced support measures as workers express anxiety and concerns https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/about-350-trainees-placed-over-50-host-organisations-under-graduate-traineeship-scheme Fri, 06 Feb 2026 07:47:41 +0000 Jermaine Fok Singapore SMEs /singapore/about-350-trainees-placed-over-50-host-organisations-under-graduate-traineeship-scheme Placements come amid resilient labour market, with entry-level PMET roles and expected employment on the rise https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/freshening-industries-maker-zappy-wet-wipes-boosts-productivity-round-clock-automation Wed, 04 Feb 2026 03:00:00 +0000 Jermaine Fok SMEs Singapore /singapore/smes/freshening-industries-maker-zappy-wet-wipes-boosts-productivity-round-clock-automation Its new Loyang facility is 3.5 times bigger than the previous plant and features a smart shuttle storage hub that lifts output... https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/lifestyle/theatre-company-pangdemonium-close-end-2026-current-seasons-shows-unaffected Mon, 02 Feb 2026 09:01:23 +0000 Helmi Yusof Paige Lim Lifestyle Singapore SMEs /lifestyle/theatre-company-pangdemonium-close-end-2026-current-seasons-shows-unaffected The decision to wind up company is a ‘purely personal’ one, say co-founders Tracie and Adrian Pang https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/muted-outlook-singapores-manufacturing-sector-2026-smf-chief Fri, 30 Jan 2026 08:26:09 +0000 Jermaine Fok Singapore SMEs /singapore/muted-outlook-singapores-manufacturing-sector-2026-smf-chief The federation rolls out initiatives to help manufacturers embrace Industry 5.0 as predicted growth slows and geopolitical risks intensify https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/nanyang-optical-plans-enter-voluntary-liquidation-after-65-years-will-close-4-6-stores Wed, 28 Jan 2026 07:13:05 +0000 Paige Lim SMEs Singapore /singapore/smes/nanyang-optical-plans-enter-voluntary-liquidation-after-65-years-will-close-4-6-stores The eyecare chain’s remaining two stores, which are under franchise arrangements, will continue operating and are unaffected https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/insolvency-programme-micro-small-companies-be-revamped-simpler-criteria-streamlined-processes Wed, 28 Jan 2026 04:42:34 +0000 Singapore SMEs /singapore/insolvency-programme-micro-small-companies-be-revamped-simpler-criteria-streamlined-processes The new programme will become a permanent feature of the Insolvency, Restructuring and Dissolution Act 2018 https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/singapore-firms-could-grow-revenue-s12-3-billion-enterprisesg-support-2025-down-2024 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 03:00:00 +0000 Paige Lim SMEs Singapore /singapore/smes/singapore-firms-could-grow-revenue-s12-3-billion-enterprisesg-support-2025-down-2024 10,000 skilled jobs are also expected to be created through transformative projects undertaken by 2,400 companies last year https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/go-genie-partners-south-koreas-lx-pantos-help-smes-scale-logistics-globally Tue, 27 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000 Jermaine Fok Singapore New Articles SMEs /singapore/go-genie-partners-south-koreas-lx-pantos-help-smes-scale-logistics-globally This provides firms access to 380 networks across more than 36 countries and 300 offices https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/high-court-grants-og-possession-taste-orchard-under-consent-order Fri, 23 Jan 2026 10:21:33 +0000 Paige Lim SMEs Property Singapore /singapore/smes/high-court-grants-og-possession-taste-orchard-under-consent-order Master tenant Hao Mart and its subtenants have already vacated the mall’s premises, BT understands https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/sbf-sees-70-surge-businesses-seeking-support-amid-rising-trade-tensions Fri, 23 Jan 2026 09:05:51 +0000 Jermaine Fok Singapore SMEs /singapore/sbf-sees-70-surge-businesses-seeking-support-amid-rising-trade-tensions The chamber’s total membership is up 7% and now stands at 34,200 https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/singapore-smes-stay-expansionary-q4-2025-though-growth-likely-ease-near-term-ocbc Tue, 20 Jan 2026 08:00:00 +0000 Paige Lim SMEs Economy & Policy New Articles Singapore /singapore/smes/singapore-smes-stay-expansionary-q4-2025-though-growth-likely-ease-near-term-ocbc Higher operating costs, stronger market competition in the region and ongoing economic uncertainty were cited as headwinds in 2026 https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/new-factory-helps-133-year-old-sauce-maker-kwong-cheong-thye-ramp-exports-sell-more-home Wed, 14 Jan 2026 02:00:00 +0000 Paige Lim SMEs Singapore /singapore/smes/new-factory-helps-133-year-old-sauce-maker-kwong-cheong-thye-ramp-exports-sell-more-home The family-owned brand, now led by its fifth generation, is seeing rapidly growing overseas demand for its soya sauce https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/licensed-cross-border-taxis-malaysia-will-require-erp-2-0-units-tamper-proof-plates-singapore-entry Tue, 13 Jan 2026 11:45:14 +0000 Jermaine Fok Singapore SMEs /singapore/licensed-cross-border-taxis-malaysia-will-require-erp-2-0-units-tamper-proof-plates-singapore-entry Acting Transport Minister adds that LTA will continue to enforce against illegal point-to-point transport services https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/economy-policy/singapores-revised-food-targets-prioritise-scalable-efficient-production Tue, 13 Jan 2026 05:06:48 +0000 Low Youjin Economy & Policy Singapore SMEs /singapore/economy-policy/singapores-revised-food-targets-prioritise-scalable-efficient-production Details on support schemes for farmers will be announced at MSE’s upcoming Committee of Supply debate https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/singapore-food-output-gets-s80-million-boost-opening-greenphytos-vertical-farm-tallest-world Wed, 07 Jan 2026 08:10:32 +0000 Low Youjin SMEs Singapore /singapore/smes/singapore-food-output-gets-s80-million-boost-opening-greenphytos-vertical-farm-tallest-world With growing chambers at 23 metres tall, the facility has an output 45 times higher than traditional farming methods https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/open-farm-community-dempsey-close-after-10-years Wed, 07 Jan 2026 03:18:18 +0000 Paige Lim SMEs New Articles Singapore /singapore/smes/open-farm-community-dempsey-close-after-10-years The home-grown urban farm and restaurant concept will hold its last day of service on Jan 11 https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/teck-soon-medical-hall-keeps-traditional-chinese-medicine-relevant-modern-age Wed, 07 Jan 2026 02:00:00 +0000 Paige Lim SMEs Singapore /singapore/smes/teck-soon-medical-hall-keeps-traditional-chinese-medicine-relevant-modern-age The 62-year-old family business eventually hopes to open a wellness experience centre offering massages and TCM treatments https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/pizzaexpress-singapore-shuts-millenia-walk-and-scotts-square-outlets-two-operating-stores-remain Tue, 06 Jan 2026 08:42:25 +0000 Paige Lim SMEs New Articles Singapore /singapore/smes/pizzaexpress-singapore-shuts-millenia-walk-and-scotts-square-outlets-two-operating-stores-remain The British pizza restaurant chain opened its first outlet in the Republic in 2016 https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/timing-now-right-koufu-founder-pang-lim-handing-over-reins-new-generation Wed, 31 Dec 2025 02:00:00 +0000 Benicia Tan SMEs Singapore /singapore/smes/timing-now-right-koufu-founder-pang-lim-handing-over-reins-new-generation Chua Sher Lin will lead the group in more M&As, which are a key growth strategy https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/community-garden-megafarm-greenphytos-path-worlds-tallest-hydroponic-farm Wed, 31 Dec 2025 01:00:00 +0000 Low Youjin SMEs Singapore /singapore/smes/community-garden-megafarm-greenphytos-path-worlds-tallest-hydroponic-farm Automation helps the agritech startup reach new heights https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/sourdough-bao-pet-first-aid-heartland-smes-ang-mo-kio-reimagine-tradition Wed, 24 Dec 2025 02:00:00 +0000 Deon Loke SMEs New Articles Singapore /singapore/smes/sourdough-bao-pet-first-aid-heartland-smes-ang-mo-kio-reimagine-tradition They are participants in Sprout@AMK, a 12-month pilot designed to help enterprises test new concepts before scaling up https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/keeping-quality-high-over-century-vss-varusai-mohamed-sons-fends-cheaper-competition Wed, 24 Dec 2025 01:00:00 +0000 Low Youjin SMEs Singapore /singapore/smes/keeping-quality-high-over-century-vss-varusai-mohamed-sons-fends-cheaper-competition Founded to supply pilgrimage necessities, the Kampong Glam business has diversified into perfumes while resisting pressure to cut corners https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/when-sme-owners-delay-succession-planning-their-business-and-family-pay-price Wed, 17 Dec 2025 23:00:00 +0000 SMEs Opinion & Features Singapore /singapore/smes/when-sme-owners-delay-succession-planning-their-business-and-family-pay-price In the wake of an SME owner’s death, cashflow risks and legal uncertainty can threaten business viability https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/cathay-photo-bets-e-commerce-keep-66-year-old-family-business-clicking Wed, 17 Dec 2025 01:00:00 +0000 Tessa Oh Singapore SMEs /singapore/cathay-photo-bets-e-commerce-keep-66-year-old-family-business-clicking Its third-generation leadership hopes the SG Heritage Business scheme will provide guidance on operation and transformation https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/property/hao-marts-taste-orchard-woes-evicted-tenants-worry-over-compensation-move-out-deadline-looms Thu, 11 Dec 2025 13:26:36 +0000 Property Singapore SMEs /property/hao-marts-taste-orchard-woes-evicted-tenants-worry-over-compensation-move-out-deadline-looms They have been seeking compensation from Hao Mart for renovation costs and loss of business https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/companies-markets/banking-finance/12000-marriott-suppliers-singapore-malaysia-indonesia-get-same-day-invoice-financing-ocbc Wed, 10 Dec 2025 09:37:17 +0000 Lee U-Wen Banking & Finance Companies & Markets Singapore SMEs /companies-markets/banking-finance/12000-marriott-suppliers-singapore-malaysia-indonesia-get-same-day-invoice-financing-ocbc The partnership gives the hospitality group’s SME suppliers quick and seamless access to capital, and enables them to be more sustainable https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/smes-tracking-carbon-emissions-not-about-theory-growing-business Wed, 10 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000 Lindsay Wong SMEs ESG Singapore /singapore/smes/smes-tracking-carbon-emissions-not-about-theory-growing-business Property player CDL works with its SME suppliers to develop a decarbonisation road map https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/haj-travel-specialist-halijah-travels-aims-stay-relevant-dying-industry Wed, 10 Dec 2025 03:02:57 +0000 Sharon See SMEs Singapore /singapore/smes/haj-travel-specialist-halijah-travels-aims-stay-relevant-dying-industry The family business is the only tour agency among 42 companies recognised as a SG Heritage Business https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/property/og-sues-hao-mart-alleged-breach-taste-orchard-lease-seeks-s6-6-million-rent-and-other-fees Mon, 08 Dec 2025 10:45:15 +0000 Paige Lim Property Singapore SMEs /property/og-sues-hao-mart-alleged-breach-taste-orchard-lease-seeks-s6-6-million-rent-and-other-fees Hao Mart denies these allegations and says that both parties had subsequently entered into a separate ‘oral agreement’, which OG in turn... https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/events-awards/enterprise-50/enterprise-50-2025/honouring-singapores-top-50-enterprises Sun, 07 Dec 2025 21:00:00 +0000 Paige Lim Enterprise 50 Events & Awards Singapore SMEs /events-awards/enterprise-50/enterprise-50-2025/honouring-singapores-top-50-enterprises AMID shifting global dynamics and economic uncertainty, Singapore’s top 50 private local companies were feted at the 31st edition of the Enterprise... https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/appeal-young-dont-intimidate-old-tong-hengs-fourth-gen-heir-reinventing-90-year-old-bakery Wed, 03 Dec 2025 01:00:00 +0000 Sharon See SMEs Singapore /singapore/smes/appeal-young-dont-intimidate-old-tong-hengs-fourth-gen-heir-reinventing-90-year-old-bakery Famous for its diamond-shaped egg tarts, the family business is one of 42 newly recognised SG Heritage Businesses https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/dbs-market-outlook-forum-examine-ai-sustainability-and-global-economic-shifts-shaping-2026 Thu, 27 Nov 2025 23:00:00 +0000 Low Youjin Singapore SMEs /singapore/dbs-market-outlook-forum-examine-ai-sustainability-and-global-economic-shifts-shaping-2026 It will outline the challenges and opportunities firms may face in navigating the year ahead https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/capsules-coffee-bags-kim-guan-guan-aims-elevate-singapore-kopi Wed, 26 Nov 2025 03:00:00 +0000 Paige Lim SMEs Singapore /singapore/smes/capsules-coffee-bags-kim-guan-guan-aims-elevate-singapore-kopi Amid its transformation and foray into retail, the coffee supplier was acquired by billionaire Sam Goi’s PSC Corporation in 2024 https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/swee-choon-plans-philippines-expansion-push-be-dimsums-quick-service-king Wed, 26 Nov 2025 01:00:00 +0000 Tessa Oh Singapore SMEs /singapore/swee-choon-plans-philippines-expansion-push-be-dimsums-quick-service-king Having built a strong base of Filipino customers in Singapore, the family business is looking into franchise partnerships https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/events-awards/enterprise-50/poh-heng-jewellery-comes-out-tops-e50-awards Mon, 24 Nov 2025 14:30:00 +0000 Paige Lim Enterprise 50 Events & Awards Singapore SMEs /events-awards/enterprise-50/poh-heng-jewellery-comes-out-tops-e50-awards Second place goes to heavy lift and logistics specialist Pollisum Group and third place to travel operator EU Holidays https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/events-awards/emerging-enterprise/seven-companies-singapore-malaysia-and-hong-kong-bag-top-honours-2025-emerging-enterprise-awards Thu, 20 Nov 2025 08:25:55 +0000 Paige Lim Emerging Enterprise Events & Awards Singapore SMEs /events-awards/emerging-enterprise/seven-companies-singapore-malaysia-and-hong-kong-bag-top-honours-2025-emerging-enterprise-awards Over a third of this year’s 600 applications were from Hong Kong, Indonesia, and Malaysia https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/singapores-hainan-business-chamber-aims-grow-network-help-members-tap-hainan-free-trade-port Wed, 19 Nov 2025 08:49:49 +0000 Paige Lim SMEs Singapore /singapore/smes/singapores-hainan-business-chamber-aims-grow-network-help-members-tap-hainan-free-trade-port Its ties with the Chinese island province will support members who wish to head there https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/sbf-launches-singapore-enterprise-centre-dubai-first-middle-east-support-companies-expansion Wed, 19 Nov 2025 07:25:52 +0000 Elysia Tan Singapore SMEs /singapore/sbf-launches-singapore-enterprise-centre-dubai-first-middle-east-support-companies-expansion The region has seen growing interest from Singapore businesses https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/international/asean/singapore-eldercare-startup-aire-eyes-malaysia-expansion-revenue-hits-seven-figures Wed, 19 Nov 2025 01:00:00 +0000 Tessa Oh Asean International Singapore SMEs /international/asean/singapore-eldercare-startup-aire-eyes-malaysia-expansion-revenue-hits-seven-figures Within two years, it has secured shelf space for its adult incontinence products in 100 outlets including FairPrice and Sheng Siong https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/investment-firm-asia-white-knight-acquires-fb-group-creative-eateries-sets-5-year-revenue-target Mon, 17 Nov 2025 08:36:47 +0000 Paige Lim SMEs Singapore /singapore/smes/investment-firm-asia-white-knight-acquires-fb-group-creative-eateries-sets-5-year-revenue-target Under new management, Creative Eateries will embark on a three-phase growth strategy to optimise its operations, revamp its loyalty programme and develop... https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/sbfs-new-singapore-enterprise-centre-bengaluru-help-smes-expand-india Thu, 13 Nov 2025 06:30:00 +0000 Paige Lim SMEs Asean International Singapore /singapore/smes/sbfs-new-singapore-enterprise-centre-bengaluru-help-smes-expand-india The international centre is expected to engage more than 470 companies over the next two years through various initiatives https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/3-4-smes-have-yet-go-green-due-financial-and-time-constraints-lack-expertise-study Wed, 12 Nov 2025 07:09:12 +0000 Paige Lim SMEs ESG Singapore /singapore/smes/3-4-smes-have-yet-go-green-due-financial-and-time-constraints-lack-expertise-study Recommendations include ramping up sustainability-focused initiatives and developing a ‘sustainability passport’ to track their progress https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/luxasia-name-behind-big-luxury-brands-presence-apac-hermes-la-prairie Wed, 05 Nov 2025 01:00:00 +0000 Elysia Tan SMEs Singapore /singapore/smes/luxasia-name-behind-big-luxury-brands-presence-apac-hermes-la-prairie The distributor plans to expand its reach, adopt more technologies https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/vietnam-boutique-brands-expand-singapore-amid-rising-demand Wed, 29 Oct 2025 07:33:00 +0000 Tan Nai Lun SMEs Companies & Markets Consumer & Healthcare Singapore /singapore/smes/vietnam-boutique-brands-expand-singapore-amid-rising-demand These labels, which do well among Singaporeans on their home turf, are setting up outlets to hawk trendy, affordable fashion https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/how-keystone-cable-wired-keep-its-products-made-singapore Wed, 29 Oct 2025 03:00:00 +0000 Low Youjin SMEs Singapore /singapore/smes/how-keystone-cable-wired-keep-its-products-made-singapore For the electrical cable maker, transformation begins with understanding itself  https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/boutique-caterer-plattering-co-serves-halal-expansion Wed, 22 Oct 2025 23:00:00 +0000 Renald Yeo Singapore SMEs /singapore/boutique-caterer-plattering-co-serves-halal-expansion Launching Caterwow is a ‘natural’ step for the home-grown company, which also aims to offer food-as-a-service to smaller players https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/sbf-lead-57-singapore-companies-take-part-8th-china-international-import-expo Wed, 22 Oct 2025 05:42:13 +0000 Paige Lim SMEs Asean International New Articles Singapore /singapore/smes/sbf-lead-57-singapore-companies-take-part-8th-china-international-import-expo Since 2018, local firms have generated over S$533 million in trade value by participating in the fair https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/singapore-biotech-startup-nanyang-biologics-bets-ai-drug-discovery-platform-unlock-revenue Wed, 22 Oct 2025 01:33:06 +0000 Tessa Oh Singapore SMEs /singapore/singapore-biotech-startup-nanyang-biologics-bets-ai-drug-discovery-platform-unlock-revenue After investing six years in R&D, the firm is heading to Nasdaq via a US$1.5 billion Spac deal as it lands its... https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/hao-mart-proposes-settlement-taste-orchard-tenants-asks-details-unamortised-unit-fit-out-costs Sun, 19 Oct 2025 05:22:28 +0000 Paige Lim SMEs Property Singapore /singapore/smes/hao-mart-proposes-settlement-taste-orchard-tenants-asks-details-unamortised-unit-fit-out-costs They will also have their security deposits refunded, and have been asked to provide estimated reinstatement amounts, with waivers subject to assessment https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/hmi-medical-group-ceo-chin-wei-jia-named-ey-entrepreneur-year-2025-singapore Fri, 17 Oct 2025 14:14:18 +0000 Sharon See Singapore SMEs /singapore/hmi-medical-group-ceo-chin-wei-jia-named-ey-entrepreneur-year-2025-singapore She will represent the country at the prestigious EY World Entrepreneur of the Year award in June next year https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/driving-transformation-how-lionel-lee-steering-westpoint-transit-second-gen-boss Wed, 15 Oct 2025 10:12:51 +0000 Shikhar Gupta SMEs Companies & Markets Singapore Transport & Logistics /singapore/smes/driving-transformation-how-lionel-lee-steering-westpoint-transit-second-gen-boss From wage hikes to digitalisation, he is retooling a family business to attract younger drivers and prepare for the future https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/stronger-tougher-cleaner-star-and-local-companies-find-new-solutions-advanced-manufacturing Wed, 15 Oct 2025 01:00:00 +0000 Derryn Wong Singapore SMEs /singapore/stronger-tougher-cleaner-star-and-local-companies-find-new-solutions-advanced-manufacturing Three new joint labs will develop new capabilities for high-value sectors such as aerospace and semiconductors https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/singapore-smes-stay-growth-zone-q3-lifted-external-sectors-ocbc Tue, 14 Oct 2025 10:46:36 +0000 Renald Yeo Singapore SMEs /singapore/singapore-smes-stay-growth-zone-q3-lifted-external-sectors-ocbc But most domestic-facing industries saw a slight pullback on softer local demand https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/enterprisesg-help-1000-fb-businesses-cut-costs-centralised-preparation-better-processes Mon, 13 Oct 2025 04:00:00 +0000 Tessa Oh Singapore SMEs /singapore/enterprisesg-help-1000-fb-businesses-cut-costs-centralised-preparation-better-processes New initiatives amid mounting operational pressures also aimed at boosting efficiency https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/swee-choon-old-chang-kee-among-42-businesses-honoured-new-sg-heritage-business-scheme Thu, 09 Oct 2025 11:38:21 +0000 Tessa Oh Singapore SMEs /singapore/swee-choon-old-chang-kee-among-42-businesses-honoured-new-sg-heritage-business-scheme Recognised businesses get a heritage mark, consultancy support and access to festivals such as Singapore Night Festival https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/digital-payments-boom-heres-how-small-sized-retailers-can-meet-cybersecurity-threats Wed, 08 Oct 2025 23:00:00 +0000 SMEs Opinion & Features Singapore /singapore/smes/digital-payments-boom-heres-how-small-sized-retailers-can-meet-cybersecurity-threats Even without dedicated IT teams or advanced cybersecurity, SMEs can take practical steps to reduce the risks they face https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/insect-food-players-see-mixed-results-year-after-government-approval Wed, 08 Oct 2025 01:00:00 +0000 Benjamin Liu Singapore SMEs /singapore/insect-food-players-see-mixed-results-year-after-government-approval Whole-insect snacks are proving more popular than powders or restaurant dishes, with players pivoting to match consumer tastes https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/imda-launches-new-tool-help-smes-identify-business-solutions-quickly Tue, 07 Oct 2025 06:30:00 +0000 Low Youjin SMEs Singapore /singapore/smes/imda-launches-new-tool-help-smes-identify-business-solutions-quickly It also announces new programmes to boost cybersecurity and AI adoption among such organisations https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/smes/are-you-affected-tariffs-heres-how-business-adaptation-grant-can-help-you Tue, 07 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0000 Sharon See SMEs Companies & Markets New Articles Singapore /singapore/smes/are-you-affected-tariffs-heres-how-business-adaptation-grant-can-help-you Singapore companies affected by tariffs can tap the new Business Adaptation Grant (BizAdapt) to defray costs related to adapting their business operations...