Singapore’s second Regional Industry Networking Conference (RINC) and Automation SolutionGO! event, held at the Singapore Polytechnic Convention Centre, highlighted the nation’s commitment to fostering innovation and talent in the automation sector. The event, attended by industry leaders and government officials, underscored the importance of collaboration and skill development to maintain Singapore’s competitive edge.
The Jurong Innovation District was spotlighted as a key hub for innovation, providing firms like VFlowTech access to National Technology University’s resources. This district attracts multinational companies such as Makino Asia and Hyundai Motor Group, offering smaller firms opportunities to leverage expertise and scale projects. The event also emphasised the significance of expanding talent pools through regional partnerships, such as Singapore Polytechnic’s collaboration with Malaysia, which aims to build industry-ready talent in the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone.
Partnerships were a central theme, with examples like Coca-Cola Singapore’s collaboration with A*STAR’s Advanced Remanufacturing and Technology Centre to develop a “cobot” for automating production lines. Additionally, local SME Moveon Technologies is set to launch a 3D printing solution for optical components at Formnext 2025, supported by the National Additive Manufacturing Innovation Cluster and Enterprise Singapore.
The event also featured a job fair with over 100 opportunities and workshops to prepare jobseekers for the future of work. The GO! Awards recognised outstanding contributions in business growth, sustainability, and technology utilisation, setting benchmarks for the industry.
The conference concluded with a call to action for participants to engage in conversations and collaborations that drive innovation and growth in the automation sector.
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