A 4D/3N Business Mission to Lao PDR (Vientiane) 2-5 March 2010 will be jointly organized by the Singapore Business Federation ASEAN Business Group, International Enterprise Singapore & Container Depot Association (Singapore). This mission will be led by the Container Depot Association (Singapore).
This mission will focus on achieving the following objectives for its participants: Identify new business and investment opportunities in Lao PDR – especially in trading, logistics, and agriculture. Network with key government agencies & local business leaders and business associations, to understand the latest updates in Lao PDR’s economic & investment climate & policies. Examine first-hand the actual business and market conditions in Lao PDR through expert speakers, networking sessions and industry site visits. Gain real-life insights on doing business in Lao PDR from the Singaporean business community operating in Lao PDR.
Join us in this business mission today, to further evaluate the investment possibilities in Lao PDR for your company.
Please find attached flyer for your reference and fax the completed registration form back to 6720 2873. Please do feel free to contact Mr Alan Tan DID: 6827 6894 alan.tan@sbf.org.sg or Ms Loong Lai Yong at DID: 6827 6819 or email at laiyong.loong@sbf.org.sg, should you have any questions or require more information.
Singapore Business Federation’s ASEAN Business Group (ABG) in collaboration with the Thai Trade Centre @ Singapore and the Department of Export Promotion, Ministry of Commerce, aims to update existing and potential Singapore companies on the business opportunities and challenges on doing business in Thailand.
To register, please complete the attached flyer and fax to 6734 0610/ 6827 6801.
Saturday – The Henley Group Corporate Scramble $176.00
Sunday – The UF Invitational – Four Ball Best Ball $170.00
Play in both and STAY overnight at NOVOTEL in Batam $406.00!
Depart Saturday 20th from Harbourfront at 9.20am - Return Sunday 21st at 18:00 Singapore time.
The Second UF invitational is going to be held at Southlinks Golf Club in Batam. We’ll play a FOUR BALL best ball STROKE format. This means that you form a two person team, and count the BEST nett score on each hole. The winning team is that one with the lowest NETT score. So, we need handicaps for this event. Please submit them along with all other information. We will display the declared handicaps to the group and ensure there is no SANDBAGGING (the act of falsely declaring handicap!). The maximum group size for this event is 40 players.
Our second event details are as follows:
DATE: Sunday 21st February.
Depart: 09.20am from Harbourfront terminal (next to Vivo City) - Return: 17.00pm Batam time – arrive Singapore approx 18:00.
FORMAT: Four ball best ball
Entry fee is $170 per player and includes return ferry, golf, buggy and caddy.
Please email the following details to sales@urbanfairways.com to confirm your place
Full Name:
Nationality:
Passport No:
Expiry:
Date of Birth:
Handicap:
We hope to see many of you and look forward to a great event. Please send your details as soon as possible so we can make the ferry reservations.
Payment can be cash or cheque made payable to: Urban Fairways Singapore Pte Ltd, 27 Club St Singapore 069413
Members of DutchCham Singapore will receive a voucher for a 2 hour free 'virtual golf' session at Urban Fairways. Simply mention DutchCham in the email with your registration to redeem this.
The BLBG kindly invites you to its next Lunch & Talk:
Date: 5th of February 2010 at 12.30 till 2 PM
Market Overview VIETNAM
by Mr Bui Son Dzung, Commercial Counsellor at the Embassy of the S.R. of Vietnam in Singapore, Trade Office
What you will learn
A combination of European Chambers of Commerce invite you to the 1st European Inter-Chamber Networking night event.
Come celebrate a New Year and meet your European colleagues over a drink and some snacks. Make new friends or meet potential business partners in a pan European atmosphere.
Friends, partners and Colleagues are welcome!
For registration please refer to the attachment.
The Canadian Chamber of Commerce
Irish Business Association
Swedish Business Association
Dutch Chamber of Commerce Singapore
Danish Business Association of Singapore (DABS)
Finnish Business Councel (FBC)
Norwegian Business Councel (NBAS)
Embassy of Denmark in Singapore
Embassy of Finland in Singapore
Embassy of Ireland in Singapore
Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Singapore
Embassy of Sweden in Singapore
High Commission of Canada to Singapore
Royal Norwegian Embassy in Singapore
The Asian Development Bank "Business Opportunities Seminar" is a three-part event for CEO's, owners, consultants and business development managers of companies in the region who are pursuing, or are interested in pursuing contracts with the Asian Development Bank (ADB).
The Procurement seminar, to be held on 26 January will feature two senior officials from ADB Operations who will provide detailed information on the ADB procurement process as well as guest speakers who will discuss their experience with securing contracts with the ADB. The half day seminar will commence after a sit-down lunch and will be followed by a networking reception and supper for participants and invited guests.
The goal of the seminar is to prepare companies in the region for increasing competition in this market and to help avoid common errors that can sideline otherwise competitive bids. The seminar will take companies through the project cycle; the fundamentals of the procurement process for goods; works and consulting services and the keys to responsive bids; bid evaluation; contract awards and redress procedures.
For more information please refer to the attachment. To avoid disappointment and double registrations, please register directly with the Canadian Chamber of Commerce Singapore.
Cheques should be made payable to the “Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore”
and mailed to: The Canadian Chamber of Commerce, 371 Tanjong Katong Road, Singapore 437128.
For more information contact Ms. Annemieke Kouwenhoven at eventmanager@cancham.org.sg
VOICE OF EXPERIENCES, CHALLENGES & SOLUTIONS
This seminar will bring together corporate executives, experts and IP lawyers who will provide their experience-based insights on Intellectual Property protection in Asia detailing the progress achieved – and yet to be achieved – in this field.
This seminar will first provide an overview on intellectual property in Asia for a better understanding of the basic concepts and greater use of the system, a special focus will be addressed to new technologies.
The speakers will demonstrate that IP is not an end in itself but a means to build strategic partnerships.
Furthermore two eminent corporate executives from Microsoft and Sanofi-Aventis will be sharing their experience and how they manage their intellectual property through legal and business strategies.
We will close this session with an insight on online intelligence services.
Speakers:
• Mr Wun Rizwi, Partner & Head, IP, KHATTARWONG
• Mr Pushpendra Rai, Director and Head, WORLD INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY ORGANIZATION (WIPO)
• Mrs Mathilde Broustau, Avocat à la Cour, CVML
• Mr Mike Hawkes, Responsible for Intellectual Property, MICROSOFT APAC
• Mr Peter Dolon, AP Region Patents, SANOFI-AVENTIS
For More information and registration, please refer to the attachment and register directly with the French Chamber of Commerce, Singapore (FCCS)
DutchCham - DutchCham members enjoy membership price.
Wine Connection
2008 British Chamber Of Commerce Singapore, 138 Cecil Street, #11-01 Cecil Court, Singapore 069538 Phone: +65 6222-3552 | Fax: +65 6222-3556 | Email: Info@britcham.org.sg
EuroCham launches the “Schuman Lecture Series” to promote Europe in Singapore and to commemorate the remarkable achievements of European integration since its modest beginnings in the European Coal and Steel Community in 1951. This annual event starting in 2009 will alternatively be celebrated with Singaporean and European dignities.
On Monday 7th December 2009, EuroCham will organize its first “Schuman Lecture” event with Guest of Honour President Romano Prodi, former President of the European Commission (1999-2004), and former Prime Minister of Italy.
President Prodi’s presentation will focus on the key ingredients of success used in Europe that could be applicable for the future development of ASEAN. He will also speak about the actual and future economic relationship between Europe and ASEAN.
This Gala Dinner is EuroCham’s most prestigious event of the year, gathering up to 500 guests including EU Ambassadors, Singaporean officials as well as top European business executives. Spouses/Partners are welcome to join this unique European event in Singapore.
Table 10 Pax: $ 2500 for members; $ 3000 for non-members.
Programme:
18:30 Registration & Drink Reception
19:15 Welcome by Mr. Francois Guibert, President of EuroCham
19:25 Speech by H.E. Romano Prodi followed by Q & A session
20:30 Dinner (4-course)
21:45 A Pan European-Singaporean Vocal Ensemble
For more information please refer to the attachment. For registration and Sponsorship opportunities click here, or phone Ms. Sarah Fonteyne on 6836 6681.
Dutch Chamber of Commerce
Q4 2009 Briefing - "The Cheshire Cat"
The world economy has stopped failing, The trouble is, no one seems to know where it goes from here, or even agree on where it should go.
Inflationists battle deflationists, weak recovery bears argue with 'it's another bubble' bulls, risk takers are buying equities as the nervous buy gold. Confusion has replaced the old certainties, and no one listens to the 'experts' anymore.
For more information and registration, please refer to the attachment.
Roman Scott, BritCham Economic Spokesman and Managing Director of the Calamander Capital will be back on stage in December to give his Q4 addres on the state of the world economy and what it could mean for your businesses and investments.
For $55, experience the presentation, the nertworking and a free flow bar from 6 - 8 pm.
DutchCham is pleased to invite you to an “East meets West” presentation with award winning author of “Business Journey to the East”, Mr. Fred Combe. Joining him will be Mr. Florian Pollner, an experienced coach on Leadership Development and Management Coaching, who has overseen many a successful company turn-arounds in the region. Between them they’ll discuss some of the do’s and don’ts of doing business in Asia and in particular with regard to the Cultural Differences that may be encountered between people from varying countries. The discussion will be moderated by Mr. P.C.'t Hart, and followed by a Q & A session.
For more information, please refer to the attachment.
Singapore International Energy Week's events are held at several times throughout the week. For more information on all events, visit www.singapore.iew.com.sg
Defining the energy sector now and in the future.
As one of the world's leading oil-trading and refining centres, Singapore takes the business of energy seriously and has identified the clean energy industry as a strategic growth area for its economy.
Recognising its stake in the energy landscape of the future, Singapore is looking to work with industry players as they shape global and regional energy agendas. One of the key vehicles for this will be the Singapore International Energy Week (SIEW) which will bring together luminaries from the sector to address contemporary energy issues from sustainability to security to innovation and investment.
Jointly organised by Singapore's Energy Market Authority (EMA) and the Energy Studies Institute (ESI), SIEW features a comprehensive schedule of conferences, exhibitions and networking sessions, all designed to drive meaningful discussions about present energy concerns.
Who Should Attend the Singapore International Energy Week?
To register for Singapore International Energy Week and Partner's events, click on this logo:
Clean Energy:
Sustainable Solutions for Urban Cities
Connect with Energy Leaders
Impact the Energy Debate
Define the future of Energy
The APEC SME Summit 2009 is the international premier business summit for senior executives and business owners of growing and mid-sized companies.
The Summit will provide a high-level platform for sharing of best practices and experience, debating current business issues, discussing winning market strategies, networking and striking new partnerships.
Held against the backdrop of the current unprecedented global economic crisis, the Summit programme is crafted based on the theme "Thriving in Turbulent Markets"; this is especially relevant and timely to the participants from the 21 APEC economies and beyond.
Seize the opportunity now and join the distinguished panel of experts to learn how to manage the market downturn to remain agile and resilient.
The APEC SME Summit 2009 is brought to you by APEC Business Advisory Council (ABAC) and Singapore Business Federation. Held as part of the series of Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) 2009 Meetings in Singapore and in conjunction with Global Entrepolis @ Singapore 2009 (GES) For more information and to register, please visit www.apecsmesummit.com or call (65) 6222 7230
Global Entrepolis @ Singapore (GES) 2009:
GES 2009 is the foremost business leaders’ convention in the region. Delivered as a series of compelling thought leadership conferences, award nights and successful business networking activities, GES creates a unique platform for the exchange of knowledge and ideas, forging of partnerships and showcase of latest technology and innovations. GES business matching and networking evenings create the perfect backdrop where business meets good fun and where ideas and inspirations are shared.
Back for the sixth edition, Global Entrepolis @ Singapore (GES) 2009 - the premier business leaders convention, will once again deliver compelling thought leadership conferences, country business forums, award nights and successful business mathing and networking activities over two days.
GES 2008 will bring together an ensemble of renowned speakers, thought leaders and outstanding business personalities, offering participants exclusive access to the brightest and most innovative of minds - focussed on understanding the current business challenges, indentifying trends and successful strategies for the future.
This year's theme of "Building Connections, Unlocking Opportunities" reflects the current challenging business environment as it reinforces the importance of building strong business links, partnerships and knowledge of markets, for your organisation to remain agile and resilient.
GES 2009 is held in conjunction with the APEC CEO Summit 2009 and APEC SME Summit 2009.
For more information see the attachement, visit www.globalentrepolis.com, or call (65) 6222 7230.
Ambassades van het Koninkrijk der Nederlanden in Indonesia & Singapore
Indonesian Netherlands Associations (INA)
Dutch Chamber of Commerce (S)
The Netherlands Embassy in Jakarta, in partnership with the Netherlands Embassy in Singapore, the Indonesian Netherlands Association (INA), and the Dutch Chamber of Commerce in Singapore (DutchCham), supported by the Batam Industrial Development Authority (BIDA), is organising a business mission to the province of the Riau Islands. The aims of the trip are as follows:
The mission will be held on 11 – 12 November 2009 in Batam and Bintan islands. It is a full two-day mission, led by the Netherlands Ambassadors to Indonesia and Singapore, designed to gain a lot of information about the development and infrastructure opportunities in the Riau Islands, and to establish contacts with Provincial VVIPs and Batam based companies. The delegation will also visit the province’s main planned infrastructure projects and manufacturing bases. Based on the interests of the participants, specific areas of interest can be focused on during the mission, and much information can be prepared before the mission to ensure a very fruitful visit. If you are interested to participate in the mission, please fill in the Registration Form and fax the registration form to +62 21 52902178 before 2 November 2009.
Tentative Agenda can be obtained here.
Please contact INA's Ms. Etty Widowati or Mr. Elmar Bouma at +62 21 52902177 to discuss any particular interest you may have.
Marketing Institute of Singapore (MIS)
SingTel
Click Media
interesting.org
Biznet Global
Two days of information and tips from experts in the fields of Sales, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Branding & More.
As the world economy emerges from the worst financial meltdown in recent history, many are now seizing opportunities for business growth and expansion. This congress will focus on seeking out strategies to capitalise on the new dynamics that are being created in the recovering financial climate. A total of 23 presenters include key experts in the different fields of sales, marketing, digital marketing, branding and more.
For enquiries, please contact Huiling / Wendy at 63277593/592 or email to membership@mis.org.sg.
All DutchCham Members enjoy the 15% discount (Early Bird)/ Member rates.
Panel Members:
Mr. Tjibbe Bouma (Applus)
Mr. Joep Kleine Staarman (Barramundi Asia)
Ms. Adrienne Kouwenhoven (RGL)
Mr. Simon Kramer (Hertel)
Ms. Maaike van Rij (Kranji Solutions)
Facilitator: Mr. Wilfred Nagel (ING)
Speakers:Mr. Marius Weehuizen,Marius Weehuizen is a graduate of the University of Amsterdam where he studied Law with a specialisation in International Tax Law, and obtained his MBA from Georgetown University in the USA. He spent 4 years with Deloitte & Touche in Amsterdam before joining ING in 2003. He has been Director of Structured Solutions with ING Singapore since 2006.Mr. Peter Kok,Peter Kok is Managing Director of UBS and is responsible for the Singapore and Malaysia markets. Before joining UBS, he has had a long career at ABN AMRO Bank in different roles ranging from supporting the Managing Board Members of the International Division to regional Private Banking Director, both in Europe and in Asia. He has been Country Head Private Banking for ING Barings Private Bank (Switzerland) Ltd for three years and has performed the role of interim general manager for F. van Lanschot Bankiers (Switzerland) Ltd. In between he has had his own consultancy business for a number of years focusing at Business Process Outsourcing for Private Banking.
Spend a couple of hours, first listeining to a synopsis of the Queen's speech and the relevance the Government's new budget may have for business(es) both in Singapore and in the Netherlands. Then enjoy a drink and mingle with other members and our new Netherlands' Ambassador to Singapore,H.E. Mr. Johannes W. Gunivortus Jansing.
