A standard nuclear plant produces 1,000 megawatts of electricity but Singapore’s peak demand is 6,000, he said. He added that the nuclear options in South-east Asia are at an early stage and it is unclear if the countries will pursue the power option of nuclear energy as a region or individually.

Telco giant SingTel has renewed its sponsorship of the Singapore Grand Prix for another two years, following the expiry of its initial three-year contract last month.

SINGAPORE – The government’s call to companies to raise productivity has received a positive response, with 110 taking advantage of the Inclusive Growth Programme.

An adventure centre for primary school students will be up and running by 2016.

The Education Ministry says the centre will be a venue for activities under the Programme for Active Learning (PAL), which encourages outdoor learning.

SINGAPORE – To help the elderly help themselves, four new co-operatives could be in the pipeline, according to the Singapore National Co-operative Federation.