Singapore’s manufacturing sector saw a significant boost in March 2026, with output increasing by 10.1% compared to the same month last year. The electronics cluster was the standout performer, recording a 30% rise, largely due to strong demand for artificial intelligence-related products, according to the latest data released by the Singapore Economic Development Board.
Excluding the biomedical manufacturing sector, which experienced a 14.3% decline, the overall manufacturing output rose by 13.5%. The precision engineering sector also contributed to the growth, with a 14% increase driven by higher production of optical instruments and semiconductor equipment.
General manufacturing industries grew by 7.6%, supported by increased output in structural metal products and ready-mix concrete. The transport engineering sector saw a modest 2% rise, bolstered by the aerospace segment’s production of aircraft parts and maintenance jobs from commercial airlines.
However, the chemicals sector faced challenges, with a 16% decline due to disruptions in feedstock supply affecting petroleum and petrochemicals production. Despite these setbacks, the overall manufacturing performance indicates a robust recovery, with all clusters except biomedical and chemicals showing year-on-year growth.
