Singapore to boost BE productivity with new tech initiatives
Singapore is introducing new measures to enhance productivity in the construction sector through technology and innovation. These include a new robotics leasing scheme and a virtual inspection process.
The Singapore government has announced new initiatives to accelerate the adoption of technology and innovation in the construction sector. These measures aim to improve productivity and efficiency across the Built Environment (BE) industry. One key initiative is the launch of the Robot Leasing Support Scheme (RLSS), which will provide up to 50% co-funding for robotics and automation (R&A) solutions. This will help contractors access advanced technologies such as concrete-levelling and tile-grouting robots. Another initiative is the Whole-of-Government virtual inspection (WOG VI) process, which allows project teams to submit 360-degree virtual scans for compliance checks. This is expected to reduce approval times for Temporary Occupation Permits (TOP) and Certificates of Statutory Completion (CSC) by up to two months. These measures are part of the Built Environment Accelerate to Market Programme (BEAMP), which has supported over 100 innovation projects since its launch in 2019.
Key facts
- The Robot Leasing Support Scheme (RLSS) will provide up to 50% co-funding for robotics and automation solutions.
- The Whole-of-Government virtual inspection (WOG VI) process can reduce TOP/CSC approval times by up to two months.
- The Built Environment Accelerate to Market Programme (BEAMP) has supported over 100 innovation projects since 2019.
- The WOG VI process can deliver up to 30% in manpower savings for project teams.
- The RLSS will help contractors access advanced technologies such as concrete-levelling and tile-grouting robots.
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Singapore accelerates innovation and technology adoption to drive productivity in the Built environment sector
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