1.Best transportation infrastructure in the world
- Source: World Economic Forum, 2019 Global Competitiveness Report
2.World’s readiest in science and technology
- Source: Economist Intelligence Unit, Plan Ahead: Technological Readiness Ranking 2018
3.Best digital infrastructure in Asia
- Source: Economist Intelligence Unit, Asian Digital Transformation Index 2018
Outstanding digital connectivity
In Singapore, you can quickly and easily connect to the national broadband network and one of the world’s fastest-responding 4G mobile networks. Singapore will also launch a 5G network in 2020. It is estimated that by the end of 2022, 5G coverage will be available across at least half of Singapore.
Singapore's superior digital infrastructure will ensure that your business remains competitive and customer-centric.
Top-notch digital infrastructure
1.Best digital infrastructure in Asia
- Source: Economist Intelligence Unit, Asia Digital Transformation Index 2018
2.159% mobile phone penetration
- Source: Singapore Information and Communication Media Development Authority, Communication service data from July to December 2019
3.State-of-the-art underwater fiber optic cable, connected to 23 active underwater cables
- Source: TeleGeography, underwater cable map: acquired on February 10, 2020 in Singapore
4.World’s shortest network speed delay at 30.7 milliseconds
- Source: Opensignal, Singapore: Mobile Network Experience Report in July 2019
5.World’s fastest broadband speed
- Source: Speedtest, Speedtest Global Index, January 2020
6.Singapore hosts more than 50% of the Southeast Asian data center capacity
- Source: BroadGroup, Southeast Asia Market Report Data Center, January 2016
World-class transportation system
Singapore is a highly-connected country which provides convenience for local enterprises. Singapore's first-class transportation network helps you to conduct business in Singapore and surrounding areas efficiently and conveniently.
Airport
Singapore is a global aviation hub, located strategically on many of the world's major air routes.
Changi Airport, Skytrax’s long-running No. 1 Airport, sees more than 100 international airlines coming and going every week, connecting more than 100 countries and regions. More than 62 million passengers pass through here every year.
Seaport
Singapore, as a global port hub, is one of the busiest in the world, connecting more than 600 ports around the world. Singapore is a port of call for some 200 shipping routes, and more than 130,000 ships dock here every year.
Public transportation
Singapore has one of the best and most affordable public transport systems in the world, which can reliably whisk you to any corner of the island. A variety of comfortable public transport options in Singapore ensures your quick and safe travel in Singapore.
Stable water supply
Singapore's rich and diverse water sources ensure the normal running of your business.
The government's strong investment in water resources research and the existence of many water companies in Singapore guarantees continued innovation in water technology.
For example, Nanyang Environment and Water Research Institute (NEWRI) collaborates with Sembcorp Industries and Japan’s Toray Industries to carry out research and jointly develop commercially feasible solutions.
Reliable power supply
Singapore is one of the most reliable power suppliers in the world.
The average power supply interruption time that Singapore's power grid users experience is less than 1 minute every year, and the power supply is more stable than that of most cities in the world, including Tokyo, London and New York.
With the opening up of the Singapore electricity market, you can choose your own electricity retailer without worrying about its power supply reliability. Singapore's regulatory bodies and market incentives ensure overall system reliability and minimal power interruptions.
Future-oriented construction
In today's increasingly interconnected world, unprecedented changes occur all the time. To address them, Singapore has strengthened its existing infrastructure and built new capabilities to construct an ideal environment in which enterprises can always operate most effectively.
Singapore's Smart Nation initiative models Singapore’s development of first-class digital infrastructure, one that helps you simplify operations and improve productivity.