On Tuesday 21 October, ADB welcomes you to the maritime hub of South-East Asia; Port of Singapore Authority or PSA.
One can't but agree with the corporate image of PSA as one of the busiest container ports in the world and now you can see for yourself why. After the tour will we be having drinks at Little Bali’ (or “Villa Frangipani” as some of us prefer to call it) just across the road from PSA, in lush tropical and Balinese setting for optimal contrast.
Although Singapore has hardly any natural resources and doesn't produce any manufactured goods, its strategically advantageous geographical position as an Air and Sea port has propelled it to dizzying heights on the international logistics map and today it is undoubtedly one of the world's busiest and most successful shipping hubs, which even brings many ADB members to Singapore in the first place.
History tells us that the Tanjong Pagar Container Terminal was the first to begin operations for Ports of Singapore in 1972. Since then there has been no looking back for Singapore's maritime port enhancement program. As the port container volume kept on increasing, Ports of Singapore added a second terminal, Keppel in the 1980s, and then a third Terminal, Brani in the early 90s. Together, the three terminals handle Ports of Singapore container exports and imports to and from all major sea ports. Only those with official Visitor Passes issued by the PSA can enter the vicinity of Ports of Singapore which is a heavily guarded area. Seats are limited, so sign up early to avoid disappointment!
PROGRAM
REGISTATION REQUIRED
Date:
Tuesday, 21st of October 2008
Time:
17:30 – 18.45 hours (tour)
19.00 - ........ hours (drinks at Little Bali)
