Our mission at the Ministry of Manpower’s Occupational Safety and Health Division (OSHD) is to prevent work-related death, injury and ill-health and promote workplace safety and health (WSH) at the national level. We collaborate with trade associations, unions and other government agencies to manage WSH risks; as well as developers, designers and owners, to reduce safety and health risks through inherently safer designs. It is our vision for Singapore to be a country renowned for best practices in WSH.
Singapore’s WSH performance shows that we are one of the safest countries to work in. As the international landscape shifts, we must also evolve the way we manage WSH to stay relevant and be prepared for a better tomorrow. We are a dynamic division with engineers who continue to make Singapore one of the safest workplaces in the world where all workers return home safely after a hard day’s work. OSHD:
• Works with companies from a wide range of sectors to elevate WSH standards.
• Leverages on technology to enhance WSH practices and prevent accidents.
• Investigates workplace accidents to uncover systemic root causes and prevent future occurrences.
• Keeps pace with international practices and dynamic work processes to ensure our regulations remain relevant.
In OSHD, you can look forward to new and exciting opportunities in specialised engineering areas such as Process Safety, Engineering Safety, Occupational Hygiene & Medicine, Construction Safety, Accident Investigation as well as WSH Technology. If what we do resonates with you, nd out more about current openings in MOM OSHD, please visit
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A NOVEL WAY TO ENGAGE WITH YOUNG ENGINEERS AND STUDENTS
IES partners IMechE for an event at the British High Commission.
An ‘amazing’ event was held in the evening of 27 June, at the British High Commission in Singapore, thanks to the High Commissioner, Kara Owen.
The aim of the event was to enable senior and young engineers and students to mix and network, in a novel way.
More than 70 people from 11 professional engineering institutions attended, together with representatives from schools, industry and the British Chamber of Commerce Singapore (BritCham).
The professional engineering institutions that were represented at the event, are:
• Institution of Mechanical Engineers Singapore (IMechE SG) Branch, supported by IMechE SEAR
• Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE)
• Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)
• The Institution of Engineers, Singapore (IES)
• The Joint Branch of RINA & IMarEST (Singapore)
• ICE Singapore, the Singapore Chapter of the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE)
• IStructE Singapore Regional Group
• Energy Institute
• Royal Aeronautical Society - Singapore Branch
• Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers Singapore (SNAMES)
• Society of Floating Solutions (Singapore)
Each institution was encouraged to attend, by bringing both senior and young members to the event.
Undergraduates and early career engineers, as well as final year school students mixed and networked with seasoned professionals from a broad range of disciplines.
IMechE SG Branch Chairman, Bhushan (Kogi) Oberoi had taken a lot of effort developing this novel idea.
The event was led by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Singapore Branch, with its youngest committee member, Hui Xuan Poh, leading the event project management, along with Committee Members Kogi, Steve O’Connor, Edgar J Danaraj, Andy Bell and Warren Lim.
IES was represented by Emeritus President, Tan Seng Chuan (soon to become WFEO President), VPs Danny Lee, Mervyn Sirisena, Victor Sim, ED Syafiq and YE members.
The event was supported by Paul Broom, Director of Political Affairs, British High Commission; Bartosz Lubecki, Head of MCA, British High Commission and IMarEST Chartered Member; Simon Middlebrough VP, British Chamber of Commerce Singapore (BritCham) and CEO, Singapore Aero Engines Services Pte Ltd; and Dr Lissy Vadakel, Director, British Council.
Also present at the event were representatives from Univac Precision Engineering Pte Ltd Singapore, Aurecon Singapore, Jacobs International Consultants Pte Ltd and Haliburton Singapore Pte Ltd, as well as students from Dulwich College (Singapore), ITE College West and Nexus International School (Singapore).
Kogi opened the formal part of the evening programme, sharing his passion for developing young engineers in this new and exciting way. He was followed by Deputy High Commissioner, Alex Bamford, with words of support, encouragement
and inspiration.
Technical talks were then given by final year school students from Nexus International School and ITE College West, and two students from Dulwich College shared their career passions – to work in the renewable energy and the smart drone development industries.
Colin Newbery, from IChemE, gave an overview of the Singapore water system, explaining how water is reused and processed, as well as controlled during tropical storms, and showing that the industry is vibrant and exciting to work in.
Kogi captured everyone’s imagination with his practical demonstration of the engineering behind the garden hoe; how its use related to Newton’s Laws, to work effectively; and how these same laws applied to many other engineering applications.
Tan Seng Chuan, Chair of the Chartered Engineer’s Board for IES and also President-elect of the World Federation of Engineering Organizations (WFEO) presented a short overview of the aspirations for the WFEO, going forward.
Tan Teck Lee, Chair of IET Singapore Branch, brought the formal part of the event to a close with a ‘Scissors, Paper, Stone’ networking exercise which was well received.
The feedback from the participants, at the end of the event, was strongly positive.
More than 70 people from 11 professional engineering institutions attended the event, together with representatives from schools, industry and the British Chamber of Commerce Singapore.
EuroBLECH 2024 sets out new ways to engage with productivity
The sheet metal working industry is gearing up for their benchmark event, EuroBLECH 2024, which will present the world’s largest selection of sheet metal working technology in one place.
EuroBLECH 2024, the 27th International Sheet Metal Working Technology Exhibition, will be held, from 22 to 25 October 2024, at the Hanover Exhibition Grounds in Germany. It is the world’s largest exhibition for sheet metal processing, covering the entire supply chain, in 15 different technology sectors across nine exhibition halls.
As reflected in this year’s show motto, ‘The Power of Productivity’, visitors can look forward to an impressive event, with access to top-tier suppliers, live demonstrations and world premieres.
Visitor registration is now live, with additional ticket options for Guided Visitor Tours and a special Careers Day for emerging talent.
This year’s focus is on productivity-enhancing technology. The event will showcase the latest the market has to offer in terms of increasing output and efficiency, while aligning individual production processes to the complex demands of smart
manufacturing.
EuroBLECH 2024 will be staged over 90,000 m2 of net exhibition space, offering direct access to, and networking opportunities with, blue chip and SME suppliers from all over the globe. More than 60 % of the exhibitors will be from abroad.
Besides Germany, major exhibitor countries for 2024 are Italy, Turkey, China, Spain, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Taiwan, Poland, Belgium, Austria, India, France and the US.
The show floor will display a mix of well-known brands, such as Adige, AIDA, Amada, Bystronic, Dimeco, Durma, Haco, LVD, Messer Cutting Systems, Pivatic, Prima Power, Salvagnini, Schuler, Thyssen, TRUMPF, Yamazaki Mazak and many others, complemented by highly specialised SMEs and first-time exhibitors showcasing their innovative strengths.
Exhibits will address the entire range of requirements for the processing of semi-finished and finished products, including metal sheet, tubes, profiles, and plastic hybrids.
Visitors will have considerable opportunities to discover and source the latest equipment and solutions in stamping, punching, pressing,
forming, cutting, joining, welding, fastening, handling, finishing, quality control, CAD/CAM/CIM, tooling, machining, warehouses and factories, material recycling, R&D, and more.
The proactive stance taken by tech suppliers, over recent years, to future-proof the industry through innovation, efficiency and adaptability, is noteworthy.
“If change comes at you fast, you have to come up with solutions even faster. The integration of AI and machine learning are revolutionising the industry, enabling unprecedented levels of precision and efficiency. Automation and robotics continue to advance, streamlining production processes and reducing manual labour, while the Internet of Things connects machinery and systems for real-time monitoring and optimisation,” said Ms Evelyn Warwick, Event Director of EuroBLECH, on behalf of RX, the organisers of the event.
“These innovations, showcased at this year’s EuroBLECH, underscore the industry's commitment to meet the growing demands for customisation, sustainability and smart manufacturing,” she added.
EuroBLECH 2024, the 27th International Sheet Metal Working Technology Exhibition, is expected to attract a large number of visitors.
Presenting the ‘Power of Productivity’
Alongside the exhibits and supplier representatives in the exhibition halls, visitors to this year’s event will have the opportunity to personally engage with innovation, including through the new Guided Visitor Tours on ‘Automation and Robotics’ and the ‘Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT)’, to optimise production efficiency.
In addition, the popular Speaker Forum will deliver actionable insights and knowledge on current key topics, such as ‘Automation, Robotics and Cobots’ in Forum I, and ‘Digitalisation, Industrial Metaverse (AI, VR, AR, IIoT) and Cybersecurity’, in Forum II.
The prestigious EuroBLECH Awards will honour five winners for their outstanding achievements in driving technical excellence and innovation. There will also be the Careers Day, once again, promoting young talent in the industry.
RX
RX is a global leader in events and exhibitions, leveraging industry expertise, data, and technology to build businesses for individuals, communities, and organisations. With a presence in 25 countries across 42 industry sectors, RX hosts approximately 350 events annually.
RX is part of RELX, a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers.
More information on EuroBlech 2024 may be obtained from www.euroblech.com.
Nicholas Cumins takes charge as CEO of Bentley Systems
Following the transition plan previously announced by Bentley Systems Incorporated, Mr Nicholas Cumins has taken charge as CEO. He succeeds Mr Greg Bentley, the eldest of the five brothers who founded Bentley Systems. Mr Greg Bentley becomes Executive Chair of the Board of Directors.
Mr Cumins is the first CEO in the company’s 40-year history who is not a Bentley family member, marking a significant milestone in the company’s development. The Bentley brothers redefined what was then computer-aided design (CAD) software, when they developed MicroStation as a groundbreaking engineering application platform.
Four decades of innovation and more than 120 acquisitions later, Bentley Systems is the leading provider of infrastructure engineering software that is used to design, build and operate critical infrastruc-
ture around the world.
Mr Cumins unveiled Bentley’s vision for infrastructure resilience, noting that engineering firms and asset owner-operators are looking to software to help them overcome the limitations of scarce talent.
“Infrastructure is at a watershed moment. Despite the massive capital investment in infrastructure projects and jobs post-pandemic, so much more remains to be done to make infrastructure more resilient. Our ability to bridge that gap will literally determine the quality of life
Improving site safety in Singapore
Leading testing, inspection, and certification provider, Element Singapore, has reinforced its commitment to safe working conditions for construction site employees in Singapore, through significant investments into safer transportation, new drilling equipment and improved safety procedures and processes.
Element Singapore, part of the global Element Materials Technology group, now operates 14 minibuses that help transport over 200 employees employed with its Geotechnical Services, daily from their accommodation to various construction sites. The minibuses are all equipped with three-point inertia-reel type seatbelts to ensure the safety of the passengers.
Element has also invested in new
drilling equipment with enhanced safety features.
This upgrade will help prevent accidents and equipment damage, ensuring a safer and more efficient drilling operation.
Alongside the major outlay into its fleet, Element has implemented the use of rod lifting safety tools for safer manual handling of casing. The lifting tool safeguards against hand injuries by allowing employ ees to carry heavy metal pipes ergo nomically while keeping their hands away from potentially dangerous pinch points.
In Singapore, Element provides geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring, soil investigation, as well as construction materials test ing services for major infrastructure projects, to make certain that ma-
for generations to come. Fortunately, a paradigm shift in software is reshaping the landscape. AI-powered digital twin solutions are unlocking the value of data across the infrastructure lifecycle,” he said.
“Every owner-operator in the world is looking for a simpler and more effective way to understand the condition of their assets. Think what the power and possibilities of AI imply for improving asset performance and making infrastructure more resilient. This is the moment for our generation to apply its ingenuity and build upon the legacy of innovation to continue advancing the world’s infrastructure for better quality of life,” Mr Cumins continued.
Before his promotion to CEO, Mr Cumins served as Bentley Systems’ COO from January 2022. He joined Bentley Systems as Chief Product Officer in September 2020, prior to the company’s IPO.
terials are safe in their application, compliant, and ultimately fit for purpose.
Major infrastructure developments that Element is involved in include public and private housing projects, MRT Cross Island Line, the North-South Corridor multi-modal transportation project, and the RTS Link station at Woodlands that connects to Johor Bahru in Malaysia.
Mr Nicholas Cumins
Element has implemented the use of rod lifting safety tools.
(HDB) clinched the prestigious World Gold award for Bidadari estate, in the Master Plan category, at the 2024 FIABCI World Prix d’Excellence Awards held on 30 May 2024 at Gardens by the Bay.
This was the only World Gold Award for Singapore in 2024 and it was the first time that a Singapore developer won the World Gold award in the Master Plan category.
The FIABCI World Prix d’Excellence recognises the most outstanding building projects worldwide, as judged by an international jury. The masterplan for Bidadari was selected for its excellence in architecture and innovative design, development and construction, community-centric benefit, and transformative contribution to the urban landscape.
Planner of HDB, said, “As the mas ter planner and developer of Singapore’s public housing estates, HDB is constantly on the lookout for innovative planning concepts to create a quality living environment for residents. We are honoured to win a Gold FIABCI World Prix d’Excellence Award for the Bidadari masterplan, which affirms our continuous efforts in creating vibrant and endearing homes for Singaporeans. This award will spur us on our journey towards completing Bidadari by 2025.”
A tranquil urban oasis
Announced as a new housing area in 2013, Bidadari was envisioned to be a ‘Community in a Garden’ – a tranquil urban oasis with communal
masterplan capitalised on the ar ea’s rolling greens, rich history and convenient transport connections. Homes and facilities are situated in a garden-like setting, offering residents a unique ‘living in a park’ experience.
At the heart of the estate is Bidadari Park and a lake, which will form a picturesque green lung, once completed. Housing blocks near the park in three of Bidadari’s four districts – Alkaff, Woodleigh, and Park Edge – were designed to capitalise on the scenic views of the park and lake, as much as possible. Social-communal facilities within each precinct, such as eating houses, playgrounds and sheltered seating areas, were intentionally planned to foster a vibrant community.
Overview of the Bidadari Estate Masterplan.
Another distinctive feature of the masterplan is the 1.6 km Bidadari Greenway which traverses the entire estate and links residents to Bidadari Park. The Greenway is lined with rest spots and fitness corners to encourage healthy lifestyles, while creating opportunities for community interaction. Greenway South was completed in 2021, while Greenway North will be completed later this year.
Harmonious blend of modern living and nature
Bidadari’s masterplan also considered the estate’s location as a stop-
over site for migratory birds, such as the Tiger Shrike (Lanius tigrinus) and Asian Brown Flycatcher (Muscicapa dauurica). As a result, a 1-hectare hillock was retained, even as the surrounding areas were developed. At Woodleigh Glen in Woodleigh district, residents can enjoy bird-watching activities at the 200 m long bird-watching sky terrace which is a first in a HDB development. It offers residents a bird’s-eye view of the hillock nearby.
In addition to its green spaces, Bidadari offers a range of modern conveniences for residents. These include shops offering daily necessi-
ties, as well as a wide array of shopping, dining, healthcare and retail options, at the integrated community and lifestyle hub, Woodleigh Mall.
Residents also enjoy seamless connectivity within Bidadari and beyond, as the estate is well-served by MRT and bus services. The comprehensive transportation infrastructure is complemented by an extensive cycling and pedestrian network detailed in the masterplan, much of which runs through Bidadari Greenway and Bidadari Park.
For example, the 700 m Heritage Walk lined by interlocking, conserved, mature rain trees (Samanea Saman), provides shade for commuters walking to Woodleigh MRT station. In addition, a park connector links residents to green spaces beyond the estate, making it convenient for them to relax and unwind in Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park, Sungei Serangoon or even Punggol Park.
Dr Lim Lan Yuan, President of FIABCI-Singapore, said, “HDB was selected for the award by a panel of international judges outside Singapore. It is a testimony to the outstanding master planning recognised by the global community for its beautifully well-conceived design, taking into consideration nature and the environment. The Bidadari masterplan
Various communal facilities, such as playgrounds and sheltered areas, are located in each precinct to foster strong community bonds.
Bidadari is a tranquil urban oasis where homes and facilities are situated in a garden-like setting. Image: Finbarr Fallon.
to revitalise the heritage, maintain the tranquillity and evoke the vibrancy of the Bidadari community is a much-lauded project by the master plan team from the HDB.”
On track to realising Bidadari’s vision
Bidadari’s well-designed housing developments, together with the generous provision of lush greenery and the preservation of the area’s function as a bio-diversity hotspot, have brought about positive contributions to the surrounding environment and will enable the residents to live healthy and active lives.
These efforts are made in collaboration with agencies such as the National Parks Board (NParks); PUB, Singapore’s National Water Agency; and the National Heritage Board (NHB).
With the completion of Woodleigh district, and the delivery of more flats in the Alkaff, Bartley Heights and Park Edge districts, over the next year, HDB is on track to realise its vision of ‘A Community in a Garden’ for Bidadari.
Greenway South links residents in Alkaff district to the rest of the estate.
Residents can enjoy a panoramic view of the hillock park from the sky terrace at Woodleigh Glen.
All images by HDB, unless otherwise stated
Land Transport Authority awards Cross Island Line civil contracts
Singapore’s eighth MRT line will serve existing and future developments in the eastern, northeastern and western corridors.
CIVIL CONTRACT FOR CRL TURF CITY STATION AND TUNNELS
The Land Transport Authority (LTA) has awarded the civil contract for the design and construction of CR14 Turf City station (working name) and tunnels under the Cross Island Line Phase 2 (CRL2) to Shanghai Tunnel Engineering Co (Singapore) – Obayashi Corporation Joint Venture (JV). The contract is valued at around SGD 530 million.
The JV and its two member companies have established track records in local rail projects. The JV had been awarded the contract for the design and construction of the bored tunnel between Fairways Drive and Sin Ming Walk, under the CRL2, in December 2022.
Currently, Shanghai Tunnel Engineering Co (Singapore) Pte Ltd is in the final stages of completing Katong Park and Bayshore stations on the Thomson-East Coast Line (TEL), having also completed the construction of TEL Shenton Way station. Obayashi Corporation previously constructed the North East Line Dhoby Ghaut station.
Engineering highlights CR14 station is an underground station located along Turf Club Road, near the former Grandstand. The construction works are expected to be challenging due to the varying soil conditions in the area, in particular, the harder ground conditions of the Bukit Timah granite formation which requires the use of specialised techniques to carry out excavation works safely.
Before commencing excavation and construction works for the station structure, earth retaining and stabilising structures will be installed to ensure safety and ground stability. LTA and the contractors
Artist’s impressions of CRL Turf City station.
will monitor works closely and implement necessary mitigation measures to ensure safe construction
with minimal impact to nearby stakeholders and infrastructure. LTA had earlier conducted an Envi-
ronmental Impact Assessment (EIA) for the works near Eng Neo Forest. As part of this assessment, nature groups were engaged to identify flora and fauna in the vicinity of the worksite, and to develop mitigation measures to minimise environmental impact.
These measures include erecting barriers along the roadside to prevent fauna from wandering onto the road and to guide them safely towards other forest patches. Road calming measures such as speed bumps and speed limit signages will be implemented on the construction site access roads during construction to remind drivers to slow down and keep a lookout for animals.
LTA will continue to engage nature groups and other stakeholders to keep them informed about the construction progress and mitigation measures which have been put in place, as part of the Environmental Monitoring and Management Plan.
Construction works for the CR14 station are expected to start in the third quarter of 2024, and passenger service for CRL Phase 2 is targeted to commence in 2032.
CIVIL CONTRACT FOR TUNNELS
BETWEEN CRL WEST COAST STATION AND JURONG LAKE DISTRICT STATION
LTA has awarded the civil contract for the design and construction of tunnels between the West Coast station (CR18) and Jurong Lake District station (CR19) (working names) for the Cross Island Line Phase 2 (CRL2) to Nishimatsu Construction Co Ltd – Okumura Corporation Singapore Branch Joint Venture (JV). The contract is valued at around SGD 242 million.
Nishimatsu Construction Co Ltd is currently constructing the bored tunnels between Tampines North station (CR6) and Defu station (CR7) (working names). They have previously completed tunnelling works at Keppel station for Circle Line 6 as well as Gardens by the Bay station for the Thomson-East Coast Line. Okumura Corporation, similarly, is experienced in tunnelling works
locally and abroad, having worked on projects such as the Deep Tunnel Sewerage System as well as the Hong Kong Mass Transit Railway and Taipei MRT Airport Line.
Engineering highlights
This contract encompasses the construction of twin bored tunnels, each extending 2.4 km beneath the Sungei Pandan canal and key infrastructure such as the West Coast Highway and Ayer Rajah Expressway. These tunnels are projected to reach depths of up to 40 m, surpassing the typical 30 m depth for other stations.
The ground conditions in this area predominantly consist of weathered soil and hard sedimentary rock. Real-time monitoring and safety measures will be implemented during the tunnelling works. LTA and the contractors will implement necessary mitigation measures to ensure ground stability and safe construction, and minimise impact on nearby stakeholders and infrastructure.
Construction works are expected
to commence in the fourth quarter of this year.
THE CRL
The CRL is Singapore’s eighth MRT line. It will serve existing and future developments in the eastern, north-eastern and western corridors, linking major hubs such as Jurong Lake District, Punggol Digital District and Changi region. The CRL will have almost half of its stations as interchanges with other rail lines, making it easier and more convenient for commuters to travel across the rail network.
The fully underground CRL will be constructed in three phases. Announced in 2019, CRL Phase 1 is 29 km long and comprises 12 stations. Construction works have commenced and are expected to be completed by 2030. CRL Phase 2, announced in September 2022, is approximately 15 km long and comprises six underground stations. Engineering studies for the CRL Phase 3 are ongoing and more details will be announced after these studies are completed.
Location map of tunnels between CRL West Coast station and Jurong Lake District station.
Raising the standards and enhancing the mobility of engineers
IES Emeritus President, Professor Lock Kai Sang, is the Executive Chair of the Washington Accord for the period June 2023-June 2025.
‘The Singapore Engineer’ learns more, from Professor Lock, about the Washington Accord and how it can raise the standards of engineering education, as well as contribute to industrial growth and help address major challenges, such as sustainability.
The Singapore Engineer (TSE): What is the Washington Accord? What are its main objectives?
Professor Lock Kai Sang (LKS): Originally signed in 1989, the Washington Accord is a multilateral agreement between bodies, responsible for accreditation or recognition of tertiary-level engineering qualifications within their jurisdictions, who have chosen to work collectively to assist in the mobility of professional engineers.
The signatories are committed to development and recognition of good practices in engineering education. The activities of the Accord signatories are intended to assist in the growing globalisation of mutual recognition of engineering qualifications.
The Washington Accord is specifically focused on academic programmes which deal with the practice of engineering at the professional level. The Accord acknowledges that accreditation of engineering academic programmes is a key foundation for the practice of engineering at the professional level in each of the countries or territories covered by the Accord.
The Accord outlines the mutual recognition, between the participating bodies, of accredited engineering degree programmes. It also establishes and benchmarks the standard for professional engineering education across those bodies.
Signatories agree to grant (or recommend to the relevant national registration body, if different) graduates of each other’s accredited programmes, the same recognition,
The Washington Accord is specifically focused on academic programmes which deal with the practice of engineering at the professional level. The Accord acknowledges that accreditation of engineering academic programmes is a key foundation for the practice of engineering at the professional level in each of the countries or territories covered by the Accord.
rights and privileges that they grant graduates of their own accredited programmes.
By these provisions, the Accord facilitates mobility of graduates between signatory jurisdictions as well as deeper understanding and recognition of their engineering education and accreditation systems. Amongst the signatories’ educational providers, adherence to local accreditation requirements, that are consistent with the professional engineer graduate attribute exemplar (reference point), contributes to international benchmarking of programme outcomes.
TSE: How can the Washington Accord contribute to skills development and industrial growth?
LKS: Engineering education has moved from input-focused accreditation criteria to an output-based
specification. The Washington Accord, for example, has developed its Graduate Attributes which provide an exemplar of an outcomes-based specification for programmes that provide the educational base for professional engineers.
The Graduate Attributes stipulate what graduates should know, the skills they should demonstrate and the attitudes they should possess.
The graduate attributes have been refined over two decades and the latest, the 2021 version, was adopted by the signatories as the exemplar against which substantial equivalence of their own accreditation requirements are to be assessed.
These revised Graduate Attributes reflect contemporary values and the need to contribute to industrial growth, with new inclusions which emphasise critical thinking, innovation, emerging technologies and lifelong learning requirements.
The key features of the graduate attributes are summarised in Figure 1. A defining characteristic of professional engineering is the ability to work with complexity and uncertainty, since no real engineering project or assignment is exactly the same as any other.
Accordingly, the attributes place, as central, the notions of complex engineering problems and complex problem solving. The current Washington Accord Graduate Attribute Profile has 11 elements (WA1WA11), supported by a Knowledge Profile (WK1-WK9), and a definition of the Level of Problem Solving (WP1-WP7).
Professor Lock Kai Sang
TSE: How can the Washington Accord assist in addressing major global challenges such as climate change and sustainability?
LKS: One of the Knowledge Profiles under the Washington Accord’s framework of engineering education, the WK5 must deliver knowledge in efficient resource use, environmental impacts, whole-life cost, re-use of resources, net zero carbon and similar concepts, that support engineering design and operations.
Further, WK7 stipulates knowledge of the role of engineering in society and has identified issues in engineering practice, such as the professional responsibility of an engineer to sustainability development represented by the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals.
The sustainability-related knowledge acquired must be demonstrated in the Design and Development of Engineering Solutions. Creative solutions must be designed for complex engineering problems and design systems, components or processes, to meet identified needs, with appropriate consideration given to public health and safety, whole-life cost and net zero carbon, as well as taking into account, resource, cultural, societal, and environment considerations, as required under WK5.
TSE: What are some of the initiatives that you would be pursuing, during your two-year term as Executive Chair of the Washington Accord?
LKS: The Washington Accord has expanded over the years to have 23 full signatories and seven provisional signatories. Together, the 30 jurisdictions cover about two-thirds of the engineering programmes offered globally. Quality assurance and consistency of these engineering programmes rely critically on the signatories’ delegates who participate in meetings and working groups as well as act as the reviewers to evaluate applicants for signatory status and conduct periodic monitoring of signatories.
As Executive Chair of the Washington Accord, I am taking initiatives to provide robust training of WA reviewers as well as mentors who are assigned to help provisional signatories to further develop their accreditation systems for attaining full signatory status.
Through international collaboration with other organisations, such as the World Federation of Engineering Organizations (WFEO) and the International Engineering Alliance (IEA), we hope to educate and nurture future engineers who can rise above geopolitics and embrace diversity and inclusion, to address sustainability challenges.
Professor Lock Kai Sang
IES Emeritus President Professor Lock Kai Sang was elected as the Executive Chair of the Washington Accord (WA) for the period June 2023 - June 2025.
Professor Lock served as the Founding Chairman of the Engineering Accreditation Board, IES, from 2002 to 2009, leading IES to become a signatory of the Washington Accord in 2006.
He has contributed significantly to improving the quality, delivery and relevance of engineering education and training through the outcomes-based accreditation system, both in Singapore and beyond.
For his outstanding contributions to engineering education globally, he was bestowed the Co-laureate of the WFEO 2021 Medal of Excellence in Engineering Education by the World Federation of Engineering Organizations (WFEO).
For his distinguished public service as a volunteer, he received the Public Service Medal in 2015 and the Public Service Star in 2020.
Figure 1: Key features of the graduate attributes.
Driving sustainable transformation through engineering education
Responding to challenges and opportunities in the built environment industry.
In a world facing ever-evolving challenges, the role of built environment professionals has never been more critical. As we strive to shape a resilient industry community to spearhead industry transformation, engineering education is at the heart of this transformation, equipping stakeholders with the skills and knowledge to lead the way.
The built environment industry is undergoing a significant shift with traditional practices giving way to the new including digitalisation, robotics and automation, sustainable practices and collaborative work approaches. These advancements offer unparalleled opportunities to enhance productivity, elevate quality standards and amplify sustainability in our projects.
Digitalisation empowers us with data-driven decision-making and advanced modelling capabilities, optimising project outcomes and streamlining processes. Robotics and automation revolutionise our construction practices, improving efficiency and safety while collaborative procurement and contracting approaches foster synergy among stakeholders to accelerate transformation through closer collaboration.
As we stand on the brink of a new era in engineering, continuous learning and development are essential. Continuing Education and Training (CET) Programmes in the BCA Academy are aligned with the focus areas of the Built Environment Industry Transformation Map (BE ITM), specifically Integrated Plan-
ning and Design (IPD), Advanced Manufacturing and Assembly (AMA) and Sustainable Urban Systems (SUS). These programmes ensure built environment professionals and practitioners remain at the forefront of industry advancements.
BCA Academy has been appointed as the dedicated CET Centre for the built environment sector and is located at the BCA Braddell Campus. With the launch of the Built Environment Innovation Hub (BEIH), the refreshed campus will serve as a collaborative space for the industry to connect like-minded individuals, showcase innovative technologies and best practices, augmenting the transfer of ideas and knowledge to accelerate transformation of the built environment.
BCA Academy offers Continuing Education and Training (CET) Programmes for built environment professionals and practitioners.
Enhanced Capabilities, Shaping a Sustainable and Resilient Future
The future demands a new generation of engineers who are not only technically proficient but also adaptable, innovative, and equipped with a diverse set of skills. BCA Academy supports the industry in the enhancement of knowledge and acquisition of industry-specific skills in the focus areas of the Built Environment Industry Transformation Map (BE ITM), with an array of curated programmes to meet evolving needs.
Specialist Diploma Programmes
• Specialist Diploma in Computational BIM (Building)
• Specialist Diploma in Integrated Project Management
• Specialist Diploma in Underground Construction
• Specialist Diploma in Virtual Design & Construction
Continuing Education and Training Courses
• Certification Course for Green Mark Accredited Professional
• Certification Course in BIM Management
• Certificate in Facade Inspection
• Certification Course for Site Investigation Supervisors
• Certification Course in Instrumentation and Monitoring for Construction Work
• Safe Installation & Supervision of Prefabricated MEP Works
• Lift and Escalator Course for Engineers
• Lift and Escalator Course for Inspectors
Scan for more upcoming courses and start planning your learning journey now!
Engineer your success with advanced education
Staying at the forefront of technological developments
In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, the need for highly skilled engineers is more critical than ever. With industries advancing in AI, IoT and sustainable technologies, engineers must continuously enhance their knowledge and skills to stay competitive.
One of the most effective ways to achieve this is through advanced education, such as the Master of Science (MSc) programmes offered by the College of Engineering (CoE) at Nanyang Technological University (NTU).
The MSc programmes are distinguished by their comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach. By integrating various engineering disciplines, these programmes provide a holistic education that prepares students to solve complex, real-world problems. This interdisciplinary method ensures that graduates are not only experts in their fields but also versatile in problem-solving and collaboration across different domains.
A significant advantage of NTU
is its world-class faculty. The MSc programmes are led by experienced professors who are leaders in their fields, combining extensive industry experience with cutting-edge research. This mix of academic excellence and practical insight guarantees that students receive an education that is both theoretically strong and practically relevant.
Innovation is central to NTU’s MSc programmes. Known for its strong emphasis on research and innovation, NTU offers students access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources. MSc students are encouraged to participate in projects, often in collaboration with industry partners, enhancing their learning experience and preparing them for future challenges.
Industry connections further boost the appeal of the CoE’s MSc programmes. The university's strong ties with various industries provide students with numerous opportunities for internships, collaborative projects and networking. These connections are invaluable
for career advancement, offering practical experience and professional contacts that can lead to exciting career opportunities.
NTU’s global recognition and reputation make its MSc programmes highly attractive. Consistently ranked among the top engineering schools worldwide, CoE’s reputation ensures that its graduates are highly regarded by employers globally. This recognition significantly enhances the employability and career prospects of graduates, giving them a competitive edge in the job market.
The MSc programmes at CoE also offer specialised tracks, allowing students to tailor their education to their specific career goals and interests. This specialisation enables students to gain in-depth knowledge and skills in particular areas, providing a competitive edge in niche fields.
In essence, the Master of Science programmes at the CoE provide an exceptional pathway for engineers to upgrade their skills and stay at the forefront of technological advancements.
The MSc programmes, offered by the College of Engineering (CoE) at NTU, are distinguished by their comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach.
SUSS Academy launched to address skills gap
Several initiatives have already been undertaken.
The Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) has embarked on a transformative journey, with the launch of its SUSS Academy, formerly known as the Centre for Continuing and Professional Education (CCPE).
The opening ceremony was held recently at the SUSS Academy’s new premises housed within the Lifelong Learning Institute in Paya Lebar.
At the launch, SUSS also signed three Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) and a Master Collaboration Agreement (MCA), with industry
leaders. The initiatives are:
• An MoU with Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) to symbolise the launch of the SUSSSUTD Professional Certification on Industry Applications of Generative AI, harnessing cutting-edge technology to address real-world challenges.
• An MoU with the Sustainable Energy Association of Singapore (SEAS), on three distinct courses, covering carbon management, sustainability reporting and renewable energy.
• An MoU with global data, insights
and consulting company, Kantar Singapore, to deliver courses in corporate foresight strategy.
• An MCA with Ngee Ann Polytechnic (NP) to co-develop and co-deliver Continuing Education and Training (CET) programmes, in order to equip students with in-demand skills required to keep pace with rapidly evolving business scenario.
The SUSS Academy will also offer pro bono consultations to aid companies in reskilling their workforce with in-demand skills.
Redefining engineering education in the AI world
by Dr Edwin Koh, Associate Programme Head (Design and Artificial Intelligence) and Capstone Programme Director at the Singapore University of Technology and Design
There is a need to upskill to cope with the uncertainty.
The phenomenal rise of AI has raised the question of the relevancy of many jobs and to some degree, professions as well. After all, if machines can do it better why do we need humans?
Indeed, a recent report by the International Monetary Fund concluded that 40% of jobs around the world will be affected by AI. In advanced economies, that rises to 60%, with about half being negatively impacted. The losers will face lower salaries and reduced hiring, and some jobs will disappear altogether.
But technology does not just displace. It creates new opportunities. We have seen how advances in technology over the last 200 years have changed the face of employment. First, agricultural technology replaced millions of farming jobs, while the industrial revolution moved people into factories.
Then automation moved them back out of the factories, giving rise to an economy of services. Throughout these waves of creative destruction, the total number of people employed has risen.
Set against this backdrop of change, engineers have to relook at their role in society. Engineering knowledge used to come at a premium and was accessible only through those who spent years mastering it.
Today, customised engineering knowledge can be made available on demand to the layperson in the form of an AI chatbot. While such AI technology is yet to be perfected, it can only get better with time.
So, what is the role of engineers going forward and how might we nurture prospective engineers of the future? Perhaps Marvel’s Iron Man and his ever reliable AI assis-
tant, J.A.R.V.I.S., provides us with an excellent example of a Designer-AI tag team that can work together to overcome engineering challenges.
For sure, engineers do more than regurgitate engineering knowledge. Engineers must be resilient when navigating uncertainty and ambiguity and be ethical and socially aware, while shaping the world we inhabit. The strategic integration of AI technology in engineering programmes can therefore alleviate the pressure of fitting these learning experiences into an already demanding engineering curriculum.
The Design and Artificial Intelligence (DAI) undergraduate degree programme, at the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD), which celebrates the graduation of its inaugural batch this year, uses a series of AI-driven design studio courses to place students in a handson experiential learning environment to tackle real-world issues through industry-sponsored projects.
The studio courses expose students to AI technology in the context of different design domains, such as
product design and service design, and train them to be comfortable in stakeholders’ management, teamwork and conflict resolution, early in their learning journey.
DAI students will also take elective courses in the Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences, as part of their degree requirements, fostering a well-rounded education, grounded in fundamental human values.
While the quest to enhance engineering education is perpetually fuelled by technological advancements, the meteoric rise of AI technology serves as a keen reminder that education extends beyond graduation. Anyone who refuses to embrace AI in his or her work will lose out.
Short courses such as SUTD’s ‘Generative AI for Design’ Executive Programme is a quick and easy way to upskill oneself in this fastchanging world.
As an educator, I am encouraged by the swift uptake to embrace AI in Singapore and look forward to nurturing the next generation of Design AI-savvy engineers.
Designed by SUTD students, OSCAR is an intuitive, autonomous outdoor cleaning robot with human interaction capabilities, intelligent cleaning, and easy maintenance. The team envisions cleaning robots as a future solution for social good and sustainability, taking over labour-intensive tasks, upskilling workers and moving beyond cheaper labour.
Education for engineers in Singapore
Combining academic knowledge with skills relevant to industry.
Engineering plays a critical role in Singapore’s national development. Engineers have been instrumental in building the infrastructure, housing and transportation networks, and in driving the industrialisation of the economy. Engineers represent one of the most versatile professions, with diverse roles within and outside of engineering, due to their analytical skills and pragmatic approach to solving problems.
Singapore’s education system has emphasised Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) subjects in school, with applied learning programmes in STEM to help students connect academic knowledge and skills with the real world.
The Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT), Singapore’s first university of applied learning, takes this one step further, with its unique pedagogy that integrates work and study. Its specialised degree programmes prepare learners to be industry-ready, by embracing applied learning in real-world settings through collaborations with strategic industry partners.
A signature feature is the Integrated Work Study Programme (IWSP), where learners spend eight to 12 months immersed in industry.
With the nature of jobs rapidly evolving, due to digitalisation and the increasing skills gap between traditional engineering curricula and skills desired by industry, there is a critical need to redesign traditional engineering education, particularly regarding how students’ learning and skills are measured. Competency-based education (CBE) provides an opportunity to redesign the learning assessment, from rote learning to a demonstration of the mastery of competencies.
SIT has embarked on the CBE model of delivery, with the launch of the Competency-based Stackable Micro-credential (CSM) pathway for the Applied Computing degree programme in September 2023. It will next use the CBE model to transform engineering education, enabling learners to acquire industry-relevant knowledge and skills, and emphasise mastery of skill competencies for a specific job role or function.
The micro-credentials offered under the CSM pathway are organised into competency units, covering competencies sought after by industry. They aim to enable learners to perform a new or higher-level job requiring greater competence. A typical micro-credential is expected to take a learner about four months or one trimester to complete.
The micro-credentials will be delivered via asynchronous and synchronous learning, allowing learners to personalise their learning journey, as needed, for work or to pursue personal aspirations, while managing multiple commitments. This supports lifelong learning and encourages working adults to take up short, relevant, just-in-time training to upskill.
Those who aspire to gain a university education can also stack multiple micro-credentials and complete a capstone project to fulfil the requirements of an SIT degree.
SIT is keen to work with relevant industry partners and other institutions to develop micro-credentials that can equip learners with the competencies relevant to industry.
Students from SIT's Robotics Systems degree programme working on a systems engineering project with an autonomous mobile robot. Image: Andrew A.
ESG in the context of COP28
by Ismail Ertürk, Senior Lecturer in Banking at Alliance Manchester
Business
School, The University of Manchester
COP28 has produced two significant results that companies globally need to incorporate in their ESG strategies and actions, and their long-term business models.
Boosting climate resilience: the crucial role of the loss and damage fund
The first one is the commitment to the loss and damage fund that will assist low-income countries in meeting the economic costs of global warming. Although the pledges to the fund by the biggest contributors to global warming only add up to USD 700 million when the need is in hundreds of billions of USD, the hope is that the fund will grow faster and bigger.
The World Bank will administer the fund in conjunction with its other programmes in the developing world for climate action. Businesses in the developing world, both domestic and international, can imaginatively develop green projects where the World Bank administered loss and damage fund can play an equity role for much bigger financial packages. There is clearly an excellent opportunity to build more resilient infrastructure and economic activities in the developing world by using the loss and damage fund.
Fossil fuel phase-down at COP28: transforming ESG strategies for businesses
The second result from COP28 with ESG consequences for businesses is, finally, the official recognition of fossil fuels as a source of global warming through the phase-down agreement. Although phase-out is a more urgent need to achieve the Paris Agreement target of 1.5 °C, the phase-down agreement declares in words the reality of global warming. Words are important in shaping human behaviour in all aspects of life. Walk follows the talk. We should not be surprised to see
more actions of bigger investments in green energy sources.
So, the global business community should formulate ESG actions and targets based explicitly and directly on fossil fuel production and use. The business community has already developed ESG and sustainability strategies and business models around meeting the net-zero targets. But now the cost of the use of fossil fuels can be explicitly included in long-term projections of the viability of business models. More importantly, the investments in introducing green energy into business activities should gain more urgency in ESG strategies.
As such, COP28 strengthens the case for ESG in the business world. In 2023 we have witnessed significant backlash for ESG and scepticism about its future has gained traction. But COP28’s two significant results do not just counterbalance the backlash and scepticism but
entrench ESG further in business model designs.
Find out more
Ismail Ertürk, Senior Lecturer in Banking, holds a multitude of experience teaching programmes and Alliance Manchester Business School’s MBA. As well as vast academic experience, Ismail has also undertaken various advisory work for companies and government institutions internationally. His research interests include purpose of the firm, financialisation, corporate governance, cultural economy, green finance and ESG.
Through Manchester Worldwide Institute of Higher Education (South East Asia), we offer a range of part-time degree courses, including Manchester Global MBA, MSc Financial Management and MA in Educational Leadership in Practice.
Find out more at www.manchester.edu.sg
The decisions made at COP28 will have a great impact on corporate ESG strategies and actions.
Engineering courses at PSB Academy
Receive up to S$6,000 in Education Grants!*
For those looking to transform their passion for engineering into a successful career, PSB Academy offers certificate, diploma, bachelor’s, and master’s degree courses in Singapore, with both part-time and fulltime options, providing flexibility for all learners.
PSB Academy’s partnership with renowned UK universities like Coventry University and University of Hertfordshire, allows diploma graduates to earn an engineering degree from a respected university while
studying in Singapore. This makes PSB Academy an ideal choice for pursuing a comprehensive engineering education.
The engineering courses cater to a wide range of interests and career aspirations, including Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electro-Mechanical Engineering as well as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Robotics.
At PSB Academy, students gain more than just classroom knowledge. Their courses combine aca-
demic learning with practical application and hands-on projects, preparing students to meet the challenges of the modern engineering landscape.
Students will benefit from having access to professional events and networking opportunities through memberships with The Institution of Engineers, Singapore (IES), and The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET).
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Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Electro-Mechanical Engineering
Robotics & Artificial Intelligence
PSB Academy’s programmes are tailored to steer you towards your Engineering dreams.
Education for engineers in Singapore –fuelling the advanced manufacturing industry
There is a need for continuous upskilling.
Education for engineers in Singapore is a continual process in today’s fast-moving, advanced manufacturing landscape. As the manufacturing ecosystem evolves towards Industry 5.0, there is an increasing emphasis on resilience, sustainability and human-centricity, through digitalisation.
To stay competitive in this dynamic environment, it is crucial that engineers not only continually upskill themselves, but that they do so with hands-on, industry-relevant training. Ensuring that engineering graduates are well-equipped, with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills, is essential for maintaining the industry’s competitive edge.
The traditional classroom-based learning approach, while foundational, is no longer sufficient to meet the demands of the advanced manufacturing sector. Today’s engineers must be adept at navigating complex, automated systems; understanding sophisticated manufacturing processes; and implementing innovative solutions in real-time.
SIMTech’s (Singapore Institute of Manufacturing Technology) innovative Learn-Practice-Implement™ (LPI™) model has earned a reputation as an effective approach for upskilling and reskilling the workforce. Developed in close partnership with SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) and other leading organisations, this approach provides engineers with access to deep, advanced manufacturing expertise and state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities, through training programmes designed to include real-world, case studybased instruction, in order to meet the evolving needs of the market.
In sync with industry needs, the Digital Transformation & Innovation™ (DTI™) Programme enables participants to analyse and redesign strategies, value streams and sys-
Very comprehensive and effective workshop sessions, helping us to identify the areas of digital transformation. Trainers and facilitators were very friendly, helpful and showed great dedication.
– Mr Chu Pau Khim, participant from the January 2024 intake for the Digital Transformation & Innovation™ (DTI™) Unit 1 Programme.
Simple yet powerful training (course). The theory and structure of the training is simple and easy to follow. The core of the training is the ‘homework’ which requires analysis, planning and applying real data to the frame of the training. Very engaging and applicable to my work. Kudos to the trainers for the wonderful journey.
– Ms Jessie Soo, participant from the October 2023 intake for the Digital Transformation & Innovation™ (DTI™) Unit 2 Programme.
The course broadened my understanding of LCA and gave me a better framework to assess claims made by companies about their products. The case study, while intensive, was definitely better in making me understand the concepts through application. I would recommend this course to anyone involved in tracking their organisation’s sustainability efforts or looking to improve the sustainability of their products.
– Ms Ritika Tandon, participant from the September 2023 intake for the Carbon Footprinting Through Life Cycle Assessment Programme.
This LCA CFP study is a very well structured and comprehensive course. It provided me with good understanding as well as practical and hands-on LCA skills which I can apply at my workplace.
– Mr Sim Geok Beng, participant from the February 2024 intake for the Carbon Footprinting Through Life Cycle Assessment Programme.
tem architecture, to achieve a sustainable business with competitive advantage. It trains participants to become Digital Transformers who can leverage digital technologies to accelerate business model evolution and achieve meaningful digital transformation for enhanced business competitiveness.
Congruous to the industry’s growing emphasis on sustainability is the Carbon Footprinting Through Life Cycle Assessment Programme which equips participants with practical knowledge
and experience in assessing environmental impact and communicating product eco-performance.
This allows them to develop effective strategies for carbon management and improvement, which not only enhances the participants’ individual expertise, but also provides companies with a valuable opportunity to sharpen their competitive edge.
More information on SIMTech’s training programmes can be obtained from https://www.a-star. edu.sg/simtech/kto.
MIT graduate engineering program retains top spot
The institute was placed first in six engineering disciplines.
U.S. News & World Report has again placed MIT’s graduate program in engineering at the top of its annual rankings, released recently. The institute has held the No 1 spot since 1990, when the magazine first ranked such programs.
The MIT Sloan School of Management was also placed highly. It occupies the No 5 spot for the best graduate business programs.
Among individual engineering disciplines, MIT was placed first in six
areas – aerospace / aeronautical / astronautical engineering, chemical engineering, computer engineering (tied with Stanford University and the University of California at Berkeley), electrical / electronic / communications engineering, materials engineering, and mechanical engineering. It was placed second in biomedical engineering / bioengineering (tied with Duke University, Georgia Tech, and Stanford) and nuclear engineering.
In the rankings of individual MBA
specialties, MIT was placed first in four areas – business analytics, information systems, production / operations, and project management (tied with Carnegie Mellon University).
U.S. News & World Report bases its rankings of graduate schools of engineering and business on two types of data – reputational surveys of deans and other academic officials, and statistical indicators that measure the quality of a school’s faculty, research and students.
Updating skills and knowledge in electrical engineering
EETI offers a wide range of theoretical and practical courses.
At the Electrical Engineering Training Institute (EETI), there is recognition of the pivotal role of electrical engineers in ensuring Singapore’s access to a reliable and efficient electrical network.
Working alongside technicians and technical professionals, engineers contribute to vital activities in power generation, transmission and distribution, thereby supporting economic growth and maintaining high living standards.
To excel in this dynamic field, engineers must continually update their skills and knowledge to meet local industry needs and regulatory requirements.
EETI is committed to addressing this necessity by offering a diverse range of theoretical and practical courses tailored to strengthen skills in electrical engineering.
EETI’s programmes, focusing on electrical installation, inspection, testing, and commissioning & maintenance, are meticulously developed in-house by experienced Professional Engineers and DDDLP (Diploma in Design and Development of Learning for Performance)
certified curriculum designers.
EETI was founded in March 2022 as a division of 22Power Electric Pte Ltd. It benefits from over 30 years of combined expertise in Electrical Installation, Testing and Commissioning, Maintenance and Project Management. Recognising the significance of knowledge dissemination, EETI has dedicated itself to providing curriculum development and technical training services.
EETI’s customised courses cater to diverse learning and learners’ needs, ensuring a practical educational / training experience, particularly for those aspiring to become Licensed Electrical Workers (LEWs).
EETI collaborates with associate and allied professionals to continuously expand its offerings by developing new courses and converting existing ones into e-learning modules to meet the evolving demands of learners.
EETI is committed to elevating electrical engineering education in Singapore and empowering professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to thrive in this dynamic industry landscape.
The wide range of courses offered by EETI covers the following areas:
• Electrical Safety Programmes: Strengthening core values to achieve zero electrical incidents.
• Courses on Electrical Installation Design & Maintenance HV/LV: It deepens knowledge, enhances service delivery and emphasises regulatory requirements.
• LEW Preparatory Courses: Equipping eligible and motivated personnel to excel in the industry.
• Design courses on Lightning Protection: Efficient solutions for compliance with LPS requirements.
• Practical Courses on Electrical Installation: Hands-on training to enhance knowledge and skills.
• Tailored Electrical Installation HV/ LV Courses: Designed for achieving optimal efficiency.
The Mission
To enhance the required competencies of an electrical practitioner / worker / technical person, by providing updated, relevant training services, so that they can make a positive contribution to the industry.
The Vision
To be the leading electrical professional training institute and to strive for excellence by surpassing the standards of service.
To ensure that the needs of learners and learning are met, with efforts to maintain, proactively, its assets in a steady state of good work and consistently deliver high-quality, relevant courses to learners.
The Plan
As a training provider in the electrical industry, to strengthen the confidence of learners to achieve their competencies, in order to perform better and go further in their job roles.
EETI’s programmes focus on electrical installation, inspection, testing, and commissioning & maintenance.
The Rail Baltica project
Connecting the Baltic countries with the Central European rail network.
Rail Baltica represents a landmark achievement in European transportation infrastructure and stands as the largest Baltic project of the century. By 2030, an 870 km long, double-track, high-speed railway will connect the Baltic countries with the Central European rail network.
With its comprehensive solutions, Doka is playing a pivotal role in ensuring the project's timely completion.
The route, stretching from Tallinn (Estonia) through Riga (Latvia), Kaunas and Vilnius (Lithuania) to Warsaw (Poland), will be a crucial link between Northern, Eastern and Central Europe, for both passenger and freight transport. Once completed, the fully electrified railway will support speeds up to 249 km/h and use the standard 1435 mm gauge.
This standardisation is vital for seamless interoperability, eliminating the previous need for cumbersome changeovers and reloading, when travelling between Central Europe and the Baltic States.
Given the complexity of the project, the decision-makers have relied on the expertise of Doka. The Austria-based formwork and scaffolding specialist has already been awarded a number of contracts for various preliminary construction projects within the Rail Baltica framework.
“The ambitious Rail Baltica project showcases our expertise and competence in supporting our customers with the challenges connected with large-scale projects like this. Our contribution to the Rail Baltica initiative exemplifies our ability to support the cost-effective and timely implementation of over 500 subtasks through professional project management,” said Doka CEO, Robert Hauser.
“Our practical experience, understanding of complex construction
management and ability to adapt to the customer needs, brings real value to large-scale construction projects," he added.
Transforming Riga Central Station
One of the standout components of Rail Baltica is the transformation of Riga’s Central Station into the largest passenger hub in the Baltics. The unique architecture, featuring a wide-span steel structure and an impressive glass roof nearly 30 m high and covering 2,100 m2, will make it a centrepiece of the project.
This project has presented several challenges, including a tight schedule, limited urban space and significant vertical loads, all of which demand a sophisticated formwork concept.
The joint venture BERERIX, comprising the BESIX Group, RERE Būve, and Rizzani de Eccher, is responsible for overseeing the station’s design and construction and has engaged Doka’s expertise.
“Investing in Doka’s products and solutions adds real value by providing quality, safety and efficiency of a project. Especially valuable
Riga Central Station is being expanded to become the largest passenger hub in the Baltic region. Images: Rail Baltica.
and time-saving was the aspect of ‘ready to use services,’ meaning the immediate readiness of the formwork systems, without the need for complex pre-assembly,” said Nicola Stefanutti, Technical Manager & Head of Procurement Department at BERERIX.
All from a single source
Thanks to tailor-made formwork solutions, compromising 570 pre-assembled Doka Top 50 elements and 50 truckloads of shoring such as Staxo and UniKit, the proj-
ect’s demanding requirements were successfully met. The Doka team used 3D planning to precisely align the formwork solution with the construction process.
The scale and precision are highlighted by the approximately 87,000 elements planned in the advanced DokaCAD Revit model. For the construction of the bridge linking the station, Doka Staxo and Ringlock scaffolding, along with the Concremote concrete monitoring system, were employed.
“Close collaboration between
BERERIX, the on-site Doka team and a tailored project team including professionals from different divisions and locations is one of the key success factors and plays a crucial role in building trust and strengthening cooperation,” said Igors Stefanovics, Project Manager at Doka Latvia.
With the roof level of the Central Station, reached in February 2024, the Doka team is already advancing on the next stages in Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia, including the new train station at Riga Airport.
PROJECT DATA
Project Rail Baltica
Location Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia
Structure
Infrastructure
Scope of work
Supply of standard and custom formwork, scaffolding & digital solutions from a single source
Project duration 2021-2030
Client BERERIX (Riga Central Station) & many others
Construction
BCC, Nordix, KForma (Riga Central Station) & many others
Doka systems used
Large-area formwork Top 50
Framed formwork Frami & Framax
Climbing formwork MF240
Shoring system Staxo, UniKit and SL-1
Ringlock scaffolding
Doka solutions used
Project & program management
Pre-assembly service 3D model-based design planning
Concremote
Doka products play a key role in constructing the wide-span steel structure and huge glazed roof of the Central Station. Image: Rail Baltica.
The usage of pre-assembled customised formwork was one of the success factors of the project. Image: Doka.
Transforming industrial maintenance since the 1990s
Vibtech Genesis has transformed operations at plant sites, delivering improvements in efficiency, productivity and profitability, with its advanced reliability technologies.
Starting as a modest vibration analysis service provider in the 1990s, Vibtech has significantly expanded its services over the decades, to address the maintenance demands of various industrial sectors. Today, the company is at the forefront of integrating big data, artificial intelligence, and machine learning into its reliability services. This technological infusion helps ensure that clients’ machinery operates continuously and at peak performance levels.
Vibtech’s service offerings include the following:
• IIoT System Integration: By integrating smart technologies into its predictive maintenance systems, Vibtech helps plant sites to harness the power of connected devices for real-time monitoring and decision-making.
• FEA SODS Structural Analysis: Using simulation software to enable precise assessments of stress and material optimisation, as well as enhance structural integrity and durability.
• Dynamic Visual Analysis: Utilising advanced video camera-based tools to visualise machine dynamics, thereby helping to identify issues before they lead to failures.
• Vibration Test & Analysis: Continuing its core legacy, Vibtech offers comprehensive vibration analysis to diagnose and rectify machine anomalies.
• Motor Current Signature Analysis: Assesses the health of electric motors by analysing their current signatures – a crucial aspect of electrical maintenance.
• Ultrasound Leakage Audit: Detecting leaks using ultrasonic technology ensures that systems are not only energy-efficient but also safe.
nance techniques that enhance machinery's performance, reliability, and longevity by addressing imbalance and misalignment issues with high precision and efficiency.
Vibtech also provides a range of certified ISO 18436-2 vibration analyst courses. These vibration course programmes are designed to equip new and/or experienced professionals with tiered level skills necessary to excel in a competitive industry, ensuring they are proficient in the latest methodologies used for performing vibration analysis.
In this digital era, Vibtech remains a trusted partner, providing the tools and expertise needed to navigate the complexities of modern machinery maintenance. With its
comprehensive range of services, cutting-edge device technology, and commitment to education, Vibtech Genesis not only anticipates the future needs of industrial maintenance but also actively shapes them.
More information may be obtained from www.vibtech-genesis.com
Testing & Commissioning the Motor Current Signature Analysis Panel.
Performing Root Cause Analysis using Dynamic Visual Analyser camera.
At VIBTECH, we equip maintenance professionals with advanced reliability and condition monitoring skills through our comprehensive training courses. We offer a variety of specialized training options, including ISO-certified vibration analyst courses, tailored to meet different knowledge levels.
ISO 18436-2 Certified Vibration Analyst Courses & Dates
Vibration Analyst CAT.I Course
• Aug 13 - 16 2024
• Oct 15 - 18 2024
Vibration Analyst CAT.II Course
• Jul 22 - 26 2024
• Sep 2 - 6 2024
Vibration Analyst CAT.III Course
• Aug 26 - 30 2024
For Enrollment Or Enquiry
Non-Destructive Testing (Vibration Analysis) Level I Course
A Workforce Skills Qualifications (WSQ) Accredited Course
SSG Course Reference Number: TGS-2023018961
This WSQ workforce skills course by VIBTECH enables participants to conduct vibration analysis on rotating machinery components using the proper tools, equipment, and techniques, ensuring compliance with organizational procedures and standards.
Next course date: Nov 18 - 22 2024
For Enrollment Or Enquiry
Tel: +65 6749 2426 Email: vibtech@vib-tech.com.sg
Tel: +65 6749 2426
Email: training@vib-tech.com.sg
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Sustainable smart grid solutions and missioncritical switches
Power Technologies Private Limited is a leading Singapore-based innovator offering smart grid solutions and mission-critical switches, for applications across the globe. The company specialises in providing end-to-end predictive energy harvesting thermal monitoring solutions, using advanced Industrial IoT (IIoT), Big Data and AI.
Smart grid IIoT sensors
All-round monitoring and diagnosis of power systems lead to the reduction of major and preventive repairs.
Smart grid IIoT sensors allow a complete view of grid and operation modes, leading to a higher level of stability and efficiency. By using data from these sensors, in real time, electricity consumers can predictively manage their power systems, lower energy waste and improve operational efficiency.
The sensors facilitate AI-based predictive maintenance, thereby minimising repair and cost. The integration of smart grid IIoT sensors in electrical networks is one of the main advancements in modern energy solutions, that enable superior monitoring, greater security and power system control.
PTSPS061 IP68 Energy Harvesting Temperature Sensors, said to be the world’s smallest, detect hotspot temperatures to provide better control over the run of electrical switchgear.
PTSPS114 Ambient & Humidity Sensors offer data, in real time, on the ambient conditions, that is critically needed to effectively manage the performance of bioenergy systems.
PTSPD4000W Wireless Partial Discharge Monitoring is a leader in predictive analytics, such as sensing and signalling of worrisome electrical discharges, so that failures are avoided.
PTSPS067 Infrared Cameras use temperature sensors to locate
electrical faults visualised in the hot spots of an arrangement.
Automatic Transfer Switch Equipment
Automatic Transfer Switch Equipment (ATSE) is a necessity for critical environments like healthcare facilities and data centres, for ensuring a stable power output.
Through auto switching to a backup power source, in case of main power failure, these products will help to minimise operational downtime and also protect sensitive equipment from power swings. The steady integration of such devices is crucial in power management, for system reliability, safety and efficiency.
PTS Low-Voltage (LV) Automatic Transfer Switches ensure smooth transitions between the primary
and secondary power sources, during outages.
PTS IEC Medium Voltage (MV) Automatic Transfer Switches have a high voltage range, and are an ideal choice for transferring switched power from large infrastructures.
PTS Microprocessor Controllers integrate intelligent control and monitoring algorithms into transfer switches to upgrade their functionality and responsiveness.
Together, Smart Grid IIoT sensors and ATS equipment provide a comprehensive solution that enhances both the reliability and efficiency of modern power systems. Their integration into client systems not only improves performance but also produces significant cost savings over time.
Smart Grid IoT sensor
Automatic Transfer Switches
Caterpillar launches three new features for VisionLink Productivity
Caterpillar’s online web platform, VisionLink Productivity, has been enhanced with the introduction of three new features – Cat Grade and Compact, Operator Coaching, and E-Ticketing.
This unified platform is designed to give managers insights into jobsite productivity and equipment utilisation. The scalable cloud-based application collects and summarises data from any subscribed machine equipped with a Cat Product Link device, ensuring that fleets with mixed OEM equipment can be seamlessly incorporated into one unified platform.
VisionLink Productivity simplifies data management with its user-friendly dashboards. These include a comprehensive jobsite summary and detailed insights with key performance indicators (KPIs). The platform analyses standard telematics data, such as machine location, fuel burn, and idle time, providing a clear overview of machine performance. For more in-depth analysis, advanced data from machines equipped with Cat Payload, Grade, and Compact systems provides more job-specific details.
Cat Grade and Compact
VisionLink Productivity now incorporates Cat Grade 3D and Cat Compact data into its robust reporting platform. Leveraging Cat Grade Connectivity, the platform enables 3D
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VisionLink Productivity connects the entire fleet.
lessly distributed to all machines at the jobsite, eliminating the need for USB uploads.
VisionLink Productivity further improves accuracy through GNSS corrections for position validation rather than installing a base station with high set-up costs for short projects.
Grade Connectivity also minimises machine downtime by reducing the need to send a technician onsite to diagnose Grade-related issues, improving overall jobsite productivity.
Cat Compact summary dashboards show the amount of work completed for each day and calculate the fill volume. Using the Cat Compaction Algorithm (CCA) or Landfill Compaction Algorithm (LCA), it will also show the percentage of covered area at target
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paction density can be viewed when operators enter weights per day.
Operator Coaching
Operator Coaching is a powerful tool that empowers operators of all experience levels to enhance their skills, efficiency, and productivity. When paired with the offboard VisionLink Productivity, managers can remotely view what coaching tips their operators have activated.
Cat Payload E-Ticketing
The new E-Ticketing feature brings convenience. Key performance indicators tracked by E-Ticketing include ticket count, average truck rate, pass count per ticket, and total ticket payload.
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