Singapore business groups warn of 'complexities', more traffic jams if firms banned from ferrying workers on back of lorries

WTA

Waterproofing Trades Association Singapore (WTAS)

About WTAS

As of 8 July 2008, the Waterproofing Trades Association Singapore (WTAS) was officially formed by a group of committed waterproofing trades Specialist Contractors and Suppliers/Manufacturers. Till date we have a total of 36 ordinary members, all of whom are Industry Professionals possessing vast years of expertise and experience in the waterproofing industries in Singapore

As the various regulatory bodies push the construction industry towards greater self-regulation, the WTAS would be an avenue and a platform in which the government, regulatory bodies and other associations can have dialogue, dissemination of information and feedback from the waterproofing trade industry on any planned implementation of regulations, legislations and developments that would affect the Construction Industry.

WTAS is to promote the prominence of their waterproofing trades and the importance of specialist expertise, quality consciousness, technical competency and professionalism. WTAS aspires to be a premier association that would actively participate in matters related to the waterproofing trade industry in Singapore.

The Vision

To be the ultimate Hub Centre for all waterproofing related services and technologies in Singapore.

The Mission Statement

To connect all Waterproofing Specialist Contractors, Main Contractors, Consultants, Architects, the Building Authority of Singapore and other related parties in the field of the Construction Industry in Singapore; for the purpose of feedback, consultation and to jointly address issues facing the waterproofing industry.

For more information, kindly visit https://wtas.charlesvallena.com/

SPS

Singapore Plumbing Society (SPS)

About SPS

THE SINGAPORE PLUMBING SOCIETY is a recognized plumbing establishment that represents trained and qualified plumbing practitioners in Singapore. We, in the Plumbing Society, are committed to providing value-added plumbing services to all our customers – the house owners, developers, architects, consultants, managing agents of properties etc. We would ensure that the work we perform or the plumbing system we provide conform to established standards.

The Singapore Plumbing Society was founded in 1956 by pioneering plumbers who saw the need to represent interests of plumbing in Singapore. Known initially as the Singapore Sanitary Contractors, it was changed in 1971 to the Singapore Institute of Plumbing and then to the Singapore Sanitary and Plumbing Association before being changed again to its present name after several years.

Today, the Society has developed into an institution ready to assist plumbers to meet the new challenges in today's changing economic landscape and to exploit the opportunities arising from the linkage created by the move towards a global economy.

In 2000, the relocation of SPS’ new office paved the way for it to better represent the plumbing industry and to address its concerns and problems arising and to communicate with government, commercial and relevant organizations and the general public. As the plumbing industry flagship, SPS has accepted the challenge of helping its Members to focus on both short term and long-term issues.

Objective

To promote the Art & Science of Sanitary & Plumbing Technology and advance the status & interest of Members.
To promote business enterprises and ventures for Members in any practical way either locally or internationally.
To promote awareness of the existence of the Society and to raise the level of civic consciousness of its Members to the public.
To accredit all qualified plumbers into the Registry of Plumbers of the Society.
To manage, maintain and control the Registry of Plumbers recognized by government or public body.
To work or affiliate with other Boards, Institutes, Societies, Organizations locally or overseas for the betterment of the Society.
To encourage Members to participate in the different roles as may be classified by the activities of the Society to meet its organizational objectives.
To organize and conduct continuing professional development programmes.

SPS Acts As A Unified And Representative Body For The Plumbing Profession And Its Related Sectors. It Serves As The Voice Of The Plumbing Profession Through:

Having regular dialogues with relevant organizations, government and quasi-government bodies for and on behalf of its Members.
Forging closer interaction and co-operation with local and foreign national commercial organizations and government authorities, and acts as a catalyst to bring about growth and development in the plumbing industry.
Promoting productivity, material and technological upgrade of the plumbing and related services sectors, and creating awareness and supporting efforts on quality, environment and consumer protection.
Informing members of commercial and technological developments so that they can operate effectively in today's highly competitive and rapidly changing business environment, and take advantage of opportunities that arise.
Promoting Singapore plumbing and related industries both locally and abroad.
Strengthening plumbing's role in up-lifting the quality of life through high standards of plumbing and sanitation practices.

For more information, kindly visit www.plumbing.org.sg

ARA

Air-conditioning & Refrigeration Association (ARA)

About ARA

Air-conditioning & Refrigeration Association (ARA), founded in 1972 is a trade association to represents the interests of air-conditioning and refrigeration manufacturers, suppliers and contractors. ARA is a united voice for the airconditioning & refrigeration industry and works for members’ benefit and interest.

ARA Objective

To Set up and information system and library.
To set recommended standard of practice and business ethics.
To upgrade business knowledge of members and promote interest of members.
To upgrade technical and management knowledge and skill of members’ staff to improve productivity.
To offer information on new technology and issues to members.

We work together to promote professional contracting and energy efficiency airconditioning units for our society.

Members Field Consists of :

Installers of refrigeration and air-conditioning systems.
Individual firm, company or corporation associated with refrigeration or airconditioning.
Architects, consulting engineers, quantity surveyors and manufacturers and /or representatives relating to the refrigeration and/or air-conditioning industry

Members Field Consists of :

Installers of refrigeration and air-conditioning systems.
Individual firm, company or corporation associated with refrigeration or airconditioning.
Architects, consulting engineers, quantity surveyors and manufacturers and /or representatives relating to the refrigeration and/or air-conditioning industry

MBAS

Micro Builders Association, Singapore (MBAS)

About MBAS

Established by a group of like-minded Singapore’s building industry professionals from the contractor’s field, Micro Builders Association, Singapore (MBAS) was created with a key objective of addressing the interests and challenges faced by the Singapore’s micro builders industry which comprises of mainly the SMEs contractors. As a professional trade association, MBAS is proud to be the 11th member association to the Specialist Trade Alliance of Singapore (STAS), which comprises of 10 other building related trade associations under one roof. Together with MBAS and STAS’s affiliated members, the combined organisations is home to more than 1,300 companies from Singapore covering the entire spectrum of the building and construction specialist trades.

MBAS Objective

Promoting, moderating and participating in the review and evaluation of the micro builders industry in Singapore when possible;
Providing a platform for global market access and networking that would contribute to the continuing business development of industry partners;
Engaging in the exchange of professional and technical knowledge and opinions through the: (1) conduct, sponsorship, or encouragement of research and publications; and (2) distribution of materials, including books, papers, or reports; and
Representing the views of the micro builders industry on industrial conditions, micro builders policy, and micro builders legislation to the relevant authorities, when necessary.

For more information, kindly visit www.mbas.org.sg

RAS

Roofing Association Singapore (RAS)

About RAS

Roofing Association of Singapore is to provide a Voice for our members in the Roofing Industry with added Emphasis on Safety of our workmen and Professionalism in how the industry conducts its business.

RAS Objective

Creating and maintaining a safe and professional work environment for ALL workmen.
Keeping members informed of any changes in legislation, Standards and Codes of Practice.
Setting a high standard of workmanship among our members.
Supporting all levels of Membership

For more information, kindly visit https://roofingassociationsingapore.weebly.com/

Members Field Consists of :

Installers of refrigeration and air-conditioning systems.
Individual firm, company or corporation associated with refrigeration or airconditioning.
Architects, consulting engineers, quantity surveyors and manufacturers and /or representatives relating to the refrigeration and/or air-conditioning industry

SSAS

Security Solutions Association of Singapore (SSAS)

About SSAS

Founded in 1995, the Security Solutions Association of Singapore (SSAS) aims to lead and support the Republic's electronic security industry in the provision of security products and services. Having strong links with government and the police force allows the association to develop mutual policies which will see the industry and government working together to improve all levels of safety and security within Singapore.

SSAS also serves as a channel for its members to interact and discuss matters and opinions pertaining the security systems and equipment industry. By cooperating with other associations on matters of mutual interest, SSAS develops technical standards which its members shall comply in order to promote the industry's ability to continuously provide professional security services in Singapore.

In addition to encouraging excellence and integrity among its members, SSAS also provides advice and assistance to public on security related issues.

For more information, kindly visit www.ssas.org.sg

SBMSA

Singapore Building Materials Suppliers’ Association (SBMSA)

About SBMSA

Objective Of The Association: "To promote harmony and cooperation among all members and cultivate friendship and mutual help so as to bring closer relationship to improve trade."

The history of Singapore Building Materials Suppliers' Association (SBMSA) marks a proud existence of more than 90 years. As we look back, it is like riding a roller coaster, experiencing all ups and downs, bearing the marks of various stages of developments of the country.

SBMSA was founded in 1929. It was originally called “新加坡枋商公会” (Singapore Timber Merchants’ Association) as timber was the vital building material at that time. As the country progressed and technologies advanced, it later changed to its current name of “新加坡建筑材料商公会” (Singapore Building Materials Suppliers' Association) in 1965 to widen the scope of membership and reflect their multifarious business activities in various types of building materials.

It has been a long way to come to the present stage, braving all odds in time of adversity. Today, our association is still in existence and growing! This can be attributed to the invaluable support of SBMSA members and their concerted efforts towards cooperation and solidarity, and our promotion of networking and exchanging information among members! This is the strength of the association.

Apart from being a member of Specialists Trade Alliance of Singapore (STAS), SBMSA together with Singapore Metal & Machinery Association, Singapore Ship-Chandlers Association, Singapore Hardware and Tools Association, Singapore Sanitary Ware Importers & Exporters Association and Singapore Rope, Hardware & Paint Merchants Association, we had affiliated with each other to form the Six Trade Associations. With such strength, we had successfully urged the Government to pass the Security Payment Act to protect the building contractors.

With such a broad-based alliance, we have built up internationally a wide-scale of connectivity between the relevant businesses, especially in China which offer many business opportunities.

Visit www.sbmsa.org.sg for more information.

SECA

Singapore Electrical Contractors & Licensed Electrical Workers Association (SECA)

About SECA

Singapore Electrical Contractors and Licensed Electrical Workers Association founded in 1976 and have an official acronym namely - < SECA>.

The Rationales of the above Logo beside “SECA” are:

The standard wiring colours used in Singapore.
Brown for Live. Blue for Neutral. Green-Yellow for Earth.

SECA is also represented in various Spring Singapore “Singapore Standards Committees and Sub-Committees” to ensure our inputs are included for the Electrical Trades.

We constantly provide members of the various updates from the building industries, our affiliated associations, institutions and government authorities etc. Networking gatherings and Annual Golf Tournaments are part of the activities held to foster better relationship among members and trade associates.

SECA started its Education Fund from 2018 aimed to support the students in Electrical Engineering related in ITE, Poly and University. The Fund is for SECA to reach-out to the Education Institutions and in particular the students in Electrical Engineering and for the purpose of book award, bursary to assist the needed students.

SECA is also contributing to charitable organisations as part of it Social Responsibility Programme engaging itself to a Fine and Excellent Society fill with Love and Compassion.

Through its active participation in the STAS’ activities, SECA creates another platform for its members’ voice to be heard to building industry and authorities concerned.

SECA Objective

To look after the interest of its members by providing a communication channel with the relevant authorities and trade institutions.
To organise various types of activities for members to foster better relationship among them.
To provide skill enhancement opportunities to members.

For more information, kindly visit www.seca.sg

SETA

Singapore Electrical Trades Association (SETA)

About SETA

SETA Objective

To secure the complete organisation and unity of all persons doing and /or connected with the electrical trade and to promote industrial, social and intellectual interests of its members;
Assist its members on matters concerning their work especially in their dealings with local authorities and clients;
To promote and protect the mutual interests of members by encouraging their advancement in the practice of electrical engineering work through lectures and technical discussions; and /or
To maintain and uphold a high standard of service to the community at large.

For more information, kindly visit www.seta.org.sg

SFIC

Singapore Furniture Industries Council (SFIC)

About SFIC

The Singapore Furniture Industries Council (SFIC) is established since 1981 as the official representative body of Singapore's furniture and furnishings industry.

Its membership comprises companies that span across five key industry clusters: furniture manufacturers, contract manufacturers/interior fit-out specialists, retailers, designers, as well as materials/ components/services providers. Collectively, the industry players have a global footprint in over 80 countries todate.

As an aggregator and multiplier in the furniture eco-system, the SFIC plays an active role to grow and transform companies and the industry. Its vision is to position the Singapore furniture industry as the nexus of tomorrow’s work-life integration for sustainable urban living.

SFIC’s priority initiatives include internationalisation, design development, business innovation, digitalisation and sustainability to enable members to stay future ready and competitive, while upgrading enterprise and human capital capabilities within the industry. Nurturing the NexGen industry leaders under the SFIC Young Leaders Chapter is also of paramount importance.

SFIC ‘s talent and training development arm is the SFIC Institute, which conducts a holistic range of courses, masterclasses and manpower placement programmes for the furniture ecosystem and built environment.

The SFIC also helms as the Chairman of the ASEAN Furniture Industries Council (AFIC), with the aim of further strengthening intra-ASEAN trade and its competitive advantage in the global market.

Visit www.singaporefurniture.com for more information.

SGA

Singapore Glass Association (SGA)

About SGA

SGA Objective

To foster relation and understanding amongst glass specialists and other contributors to the trade (engineers, contractors etc);
To encourage the development of facilities and training of managers, chemists, engineers, researchers and executives of the glass and glazing trade;
To provide recreational facilities for the immersion of culture, music and other kinds of social activities;
To implement any developmental plans or commercial activities that are for the benefit and good of SGA and its members;
To assist members in increasing their business opportunities and attaining higher levels of productivity and proficiency thought various means, including SGA’s affiliations with foreign glass merchants and glaziers associations;
To increase public awareness of SGA and its practices by organizing and conducting course seminars and workshops on glass knowledge for the general public;
To look after the welfare of members and promote fellowship amongst them, as well as to resolve disputes among members, if any;
To identify issues and anticipate trends in the glass merchants and glaziers industry;
To represent members in discussions and dialogues with other trade/industry bodies and the government.

For more information, kindly visit www.singaporeglass.org

SSWIEA

Singapore Sanitary Ware Importers and Exporters Association (SSWIEA)

About SSWIEA

Established in 1968, This 42 years old non-profit organization never steers away from their vision and aim to meet the oncoming challenges from the fierce and competitive building industries. Their establishment was well highlighted when the Singapore Government pushed for urban re-developments and vast plan of building housing flats in the era of the sixties.

SSWIEA at present, represents a wide cross-section of the Singapore business in trading, manufacturing, wholesales, retails, agencies and distributions of materials, products, accessories and etc, especially related to the water, oil, gas, building, environmental, sanitary and plumbing industries. Many leading building-related companies have thus becoming their members.

The Vision

To establish SSWIEA as a regional hub and network for the industry by continuously strengthening the knowledge and improving products and services offered.

The Mission

Promoting the common interest of the industry.
Serving as a platform for information and trends for resources, technology, policies and related issues.
Representing the interests of its members to the Government and Statutory Boards.
Leveraging industry strength by establishing domestic and global alliance and co-operations.
To develop, maintain and promote global standards to achieve the requirements of product applications.
To promote community and environmental responsibility.

The Values

Respect and respond to the needs of members and stakeholders, strive to continually improve the quality of services for better performance, higher efficiency and enhanced competitiveness, at the same time acknowledging the contributions by the members and employees. Last but not least, fostering the cultures of teamwork, collaboration and cohesiveness, so as to archive enduring relationship and unity among members.

For more information, kindly visit www.sswiea.org.sg

SLECMA

Singapore Lift & Escalator Contractors & Manufacturers Association (SLECMA)

About SLECMA

The Singapore Lift & Escalator Contractors and Manufacturers Association is formed in 1975.The Association is formed to promote and protect legitimate trade practices in connection with the manufacture, importation and distribution by its members of all kinds of lift and escalator equipment. It also works closely with the authority, developers, owners and users in ensuring a high standard of performance and safety in the operation of the lift and escalator equipment in Singapore.

Mission & Objectives

To improve the safety use of lifts and escalators.
Providing safety advice to public on the proper usage of lifts and escalators.
To promote and protect trade practice among members.
To ensure the highest standard of performance and safety of the lifts and escalators in Singapore.

For more information, kindly visit www.slecma.org.sg

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