https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/ View all news and publications. For media enquiries, please e-mail us at BCA_Media@bca.gov.sg. en Mon, 28 Sep 2026 17:58:25 +0800 Isomer (https://www.isomer.gov.sg) https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/speech-by-minister-chee-hong-tat-at-hdb-awards-2026urn:isomer:resource:422162At the HDB Awards 2026, Minister for National Development Mr Chee Hong Tat highlighted efforts to boost construction productivity through technology and standardisation. Smart hoists will be deployed at about 50% of all BTO sites tendered from 2027, while HDB’s Enhanced Precast Components Catalogue is expected to reduce project manhours by up to 20%. While BCA will waive the off-site pre-finishing requirement for Prefabricated Bathroom Units used in HDB projects for greater productivity gains.Fri, 25 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800Speeches https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/speech-by-2m-indranee-rajah-at-the-real-estate-developers--association-of-singapore-s--redas--mid-autumn-lunchurn:isomer:resource:422212At REDAS' Mid-Autumn Festival lunch, Second Minister for National Development Ms Indranee Rajah announced enhancements to the Accredited Checker (AC) framework from September 2028, requiring ACs and ACOs on larger, more complex projects to demonstrate relevant experience and track record, while smaller and lower-risk projects will have requirements calibrated accordingly.Thu, 24 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800Speeches https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/speech-by-minister-chee-hong-tat-at-the-singapore-corporate-awards-2026urn:isomer:resource:421424At the Singapore Corporate Awards 2026, Minister for National Development Mr Chee Hong Tat shared the government's pro-enterprise efforts, including streamlining rebar testing to cut costs by up to 90% through upstream testing by accredited labs. He also highlighted a Job Redesign Initiative for Decarbonisation supporting Built Environment firms.Mon, 21 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800Speeches https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/bca-partners-with-google-maps-and-open-government-products-to-provide-easy-access-to-information-on-family--and-wheelchair-friendly-features-in-buildings-across-singapore-urn:isomer:resource:406775• New feature enables users to look up family- and wheelchair-friendly amenities across over 600 newer Singapore buildings on Google Maps and maps.gov.sg/friendlybuildings • 2026 BCA Universal Design Excellence Award winners lead the roll-out with exemplary user-friendly designs now searchable on the maps • Building owners like CapitaLand lead industry efforts to share user-friendly facility information for older buildings on maps, starting early 2027Tue, 15 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800Media Releases https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/new-initiatives-to-strengthen-singapore-s-built-environment-capabilities-and-professions-unveiled-amidst-celebration-of-sector-excellenceurn:isomer:resource:404748• The Quantity Surveyors (QS) Workgroup has come up with recommendations to attract talent, develop and retain future-ready professionals, and support Quantity Surveying firms • Exploring a more systematic approach in uplifting the regulatory competencies of Qualified Persons (QPs) to uphold regulatory outcomes and professional standards • BCA award winners lauded for advancing transformation in the built environment industryFri, 04 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800Media Releases https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/forum--all-agencies-committed-to-providing-safe--accessible-living-environment-for-singaporeans-urn:isomer:resource:404977In a forum reply published in The Straits Times, HDB and BCA shared that the government takes a coordinated approach to the provision and maintenance of tactile tiles, with BCA's Code on Accessibility establishing minimum slip resistance standards. Agencies work together to review and adopt best practices based on different environmental conditions, to ensure tactile tiles remain functional for persons with visual impairment while being safe for all users.Fri, 04 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800Replies To Forum Letters https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/speech-by-minister-chee-hong-tat-at-the-opening-ceremony-of-the-international-built-environment-week-2026urn:isomer:resource:404430At Opening Ceremony of the International Built Environment Week 2026, Minister for National Development Mr Chee Hong Tat shared about the next phase of research and innovation funding to accelerate the built environment sector's transformation and introduced strengthened industry standards to raise the bar for sustainability and quality.Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800Speeches https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/winner-of-the-inaugural-asia-pacific-edition-of-the-world-s-largest-competition-for-construction-start-upsurn:isomer:resource:404553• Civils.ai has been crowned Gold Winner of the inaugural APAC Pitch Day of the Construction Startup Competition (CSC), selected by a jury of global Built Environment (BE) leaders from five of the APAC Track winners that emerged from over 243 APAC applicants.Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800Media Releases https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/singapore-accelerates-innovation-and-technology-adoption-to-drive-productivity-in-the-built-environment-sectorurn:isomer:resource:404130• A next run of the Built Environment Accelerate to Market programme (BEAMP) to accelerate solutions from standalone pilots to industry-wide adoption is being explored. • Funding support to allow robotics solution providers to provide discounted leasing to contractors. • New Whole-of-Government virtual inspection process to cut Temporary Occupation Permit (TOP) and Certification of Statutory Completion (CSC) approval timelines by up to two months.Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800Media Releases https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/next-phase-of-research-and-innovation-funding-initiatives--refreshed-green-mark-and-new-accreditation-scheme-drive-singapore-s-built-environment-forwardurn:isomer:resource:403984• $112 million committed to research and innovation for the Built Environment under Research, Innovation & Enterprise (RIE) 2030 • Refreshed BCA Green Mark Version 7 makes green building certification more performance based and strengthens alignment with international standards, while accelerating Singapore's built environment decarbonisation goals • Site Supervision Firm Accreditation Scheme introduced to support consistent and quality technology-enabled site supervisionWed, 02 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800Media Releases https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/new-pilot-to-better-assess-resourcing-of-tender-proposals-for-public-sector-construction-consultancy-tendersurn:isomer:resource:401371At the Singapore Institute of Architects Design Awards 2026, Second Minister for National Development Ms Indranee Rajah announced that a new Resourcing Evaluation Guide will be piloted to create a more objective and transparent basis for tender assessment.Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0800Media Releases https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/opening-address-by-2m-indranee-rajah-at-the-singapore-institute-of-architects-design-awards-2026-awards-ceremonyurn:isomer:resource:402006At the Singapore Institute of Architects Design Awards 2026, Second Minister for National Development Ms Indranee Rajah announced that a new Resourcing Evaluation Guide will be piloted to create a more objective and transparent basis for tender assessment.Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0800Speeches https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/three-engineering-firsts-showcase-how-singapore-can-build-safelyurn:isomer:resource:394106Design and Engineering Safety Awards 2026 honours four engineers whose first-of-their-kind solutions unlock constrained urban sites and create functional spaces for Singapore.Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0800Media Releases https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/speech-by-sps-dr-syed-harun-at-the-opening-ceremony--of-the-5th-facilities-management-experts-summit-2026urn:isomer:resource:389057At the 5th Facility Management Expert Summit, SPS Dr Syed Harun launched the revised Guide on Facilities Management Procurement that outlines some best practices to support wider adoption across the sector. He also announced BCA’s new feedback channel between public sector agencies and their FM value chain partners.Fri, 31 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0800Speeches https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/new-bca-study-confirms-80--energy-efficiency-target-is-within-reach-for-singapore-s-built-environment-sectorurn:isomer:resource:3834771. Alternative Cooling Technologies (ACTs) and plug load management identified as key levers, capable of reducing building energy consumption by up to 50% 2. More than 40 buildings in Singapore have adopted ACTs to date 3. Record 107 nominations for Singapore's Top Green Building Awards signal growing industry momentum Thu, 30 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0800Media Releases https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/speech-by-ms-grace-fu--minister-for-sustainability-and-the-environment--at-the-singapore-green-building-council-awards-gala-dinner-2026-on-30-july-2026urn:isomer:resource:387250At the Singapore Green Building Council’s Awards Gala Dinner 2026, Minister Grace Fu shared key insights from a new BCA study which confirmed 80% Energy Efficiency target is within reach for Singapore's Built Environment sector and highlighted winners from SGBC-BCA Leadership in Sustainability Awards that adopted Alternative Cooling Technologies.Thu, 30 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0800Speeches https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/opening-address-by-minister-chee-hong-tat-at-the-singapore-archifest-2026-opening-reception-and-exhibitionurn:isomer:resource:367641At the opening ceremony of the Singapore Archifest 2026, Minister Chee Hong Tat announced the key findings from a new study that showed cost and manpower savings from Design for Maintainability measures.Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0800Speeches https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/new-study-shows-cost-and-manpower-savings-from-design-for-maintainability-measuresurn:isomer:resource:367240- Investing in Design for Maintainability (DfM) measures facilitates more efficient maintenance over a building’s lifespan - Revision of plans to mandate CORENET X adoption Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0800Media Releases https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/new-measures-to-accelerate-productivity-and-innovation-in-the-built-environment-sectorurn:isomer:resource:351152•Waiver of space rental fee for Built Environment Innovation Hub (BEIH) technology sandboxes and launch of new Government procurement approach to reduce barriers to pilot testing for companies to scale their innovative solutions. •Supporting the adoption of smart hoists by removing the requirement for operators to be stationed within them. Fri, 17 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0800Media Releases https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/speech-by-minister-chee-hong-tat-at-construction-tech---punggol-digital-districturn:isomer:resource:368125At the opening ceremony of the Construction Tech @ Punggol Digital District (ConTech@PDD), Minister Chee Hong Tat announced new measures to accelerate productivity and innovation in the Built Environment Sector.Fri, 17 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0800Speeches https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/forum--integrated-facilities-management-designed-to-uplift-sectorurn:isomer:resource:346138In a forum reply published in The Straits Times, BCA reaffirmed its commitment to Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) as a key strategy for transforming Singapore's built environment sector, highlighting how IFM goes beyond contract aggregation to integrate operations, workflows, and data for greater productivity and improved service delivery.BCA also highlighted that it works closely with stakeholders to regularly review frameworks and schemes to keep pace with the sector’s evolving demands.Tue, 07 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0800Replies To Forum Letters https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/tanjong-katong-road-south-sinkhole--enforcement-actions-to-be-taken--against-project-partiesurn:isomer:resource:300872The Building and Construction Authority (“BCA”), the Ministry of Manpower (“MOM”) and the Land Transport Authority (“LTA”) have completed their respective investigations into the sinkhole incident along Tanjong Katong Road South that occurred on 26 July 2025. Enforcement actions are being taken against the parties for their alleged involvement in the incident. Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0800Media Releases https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/singapore-to-host-inaugural-apac-pitch-day-for-the-world-s-largest-competition-for-construction-start-ups-urn:isomer:resource:230623The world’s largest Construction Startup Competition (CSC) will launch its inaugural Asia-Pacific (APAC) Pitch Day in Singapore, solidifying the Republic as the region’s innovation leader in Construction Technology (ConTech). The competition is hosted by leading venture capital and built environment (BE) stakeholders: Cemex Ventures, Caterpillar, Dysruptek by Haskell, Ferrovial, Hilti, VINCI Group’s Leonard, NOVA by Saint-Gobain, Trimble, Zacua Ventures, and the BCA. Wed, 06 May 2026 00:00:00 +0800Media Releases https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/-new-pro-enterprise-measures-to-accelerate--built-environment-sector-transformationurn:isomer:resource:216511• Cease overseas testing for new Construction Work Permit holders progressively from January 2027. • New Buildability Type Approval will streamline approval process for developers and project teams adopting a “Kit-of-Parts” (KoP) approach. Major public sector developers plan to adopt the KoP approach to reap productivity gains. • Consultancy firms will be able to rate government agencies’ practices from May 2026. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0800Media Releases https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/speech-by-minister-chee-hong-tat--at-buildsg-lead-summit-2026urn:isomer:resource:240928At the BuildSG LEAD Summit 2026, Minister Chee Hong Tat announced key moves from the Built Environment Action Team, including removing overseas worker testing requirements, introducing a Kit-of-Parts design standardisation pathway, and launching a two-way feedback survey between consultancy firms and public agencies.Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0800Speeches https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/speech-by-sms-sun-xueling-at-the-association-of-property--and-facility-managers--apfm--30th-anniversary-dinnerurn:isomer:resource:240927At APFM's 30th Anniversary Dinner, SMS Sun Xueling commended the property and facility management sector's evolution towards smart and sustainable building practices, highlighted the value of professional accreditation, and encouraged industry members to contribute to the ongoing public consultation on the Building (Strata Management) Act review, which aims to strengthen strata management frameworks across four key areas.Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0800Speeches https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/speech-by-2m-indranee-rajah-at-world-engineering-day-2026---charles-rudd-distinguished-global-lecturesurn:isomer:resource:240926At World Engineering Day 2026, Second Minister Indranee Rajah called on Singapore's engineering community to support the nation's ambitious infrastructure pipeline, strengthen the talent pipeline through initiatives like the INSPIRE internship programme, and embrace digital transformation and AI to boost productivity, while also announcing harmonised service standards for TOP and CSC inspections to reduce regulatory burden on the sector.Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0800Speeches https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/new-chief-executive-officer-for-the-building-and-construction-authority-2026urn:isomer:resource:169589Senior leadership appointment changes at BCAFri, 06 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0800Media Releases https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/strengthening-singapore-s-built-environment--advancing-built-environment-professions-and-improving-liveability-in-private-developmentsurn:isomer:resource:168954To support the next phase of nation-building, the Building and Construction Authority (BCA) is working with the Built Environment (BE) sector to strengthen our BE professions. At the same time, BCA is pressing on with efforts to improve liveability in private developments. Second Minister for Finance and National Development Indranee Rajah outlined these initiatives at the MND Committee of Supply Debate today.Wed, 04 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0800Media Releases https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/-speech-by-2m-indranee-rajah-at-built-environment-and-urban-trades-employees--union--batu--chinese-new-year-lunchurn:isomer:resource:240925At the BATU Chinese New Year Lunch, Second Minister Indranee Rajah, in her first event as Advisor to BATU, called on the built environment sector to accelerate productivity, embrace technology, and upskill workers, highlighting available support such as the new Productivity Solutions Grant tranche and NTUC's Company Training Committee Grant to help firms and workers navigate the next stage of Singapore's economic development.Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0800Speeches https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/new-action-team-to-improve-built-environment-productivityurn:isomer:resource:167566A strong Built Environment (BE) sector is critical to Singapore's efforts to building a more liveable and vibrant home for all Singaporeans, and to strengthen our position as a global city. It is also key to driving excellence, and innovation across our built environment, which can unlock new economic opportunities for Singapore.Fri, 06 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0800Media Releases https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/speech-by-minister-chee-hong-tat--at-official-opening-of-scal-construction-huburn:isomer:resource:240923At the opening of SCAL's new Construction Hub, Minister Chee Hong Tat outlined plans to transform the built environment sector and announced the formation of an Action Team, which he will chair, to drive productivity improvements across enterprise transformation, regulatory review, and ecosystem development, with industry consultation to follow.Fri, 06 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0800Speeches https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/stronger-support-and-partnerships-to-bring-urban-innovations-to-the-marketurn:isomer:resource:157210The theme for this year’s Urban Solutions and Sustainability (USS) Research & Innovation Congress, “Re-inventing Cities of Tomorrow”, reflects the importance of harnessing technology and innovation to reimagine and reshape Singapore’s urban environment. The Congress brings together participants across government agencies, academia and industry partners to share ideas and explore innovations on urban sustainability.Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0800Media Releases https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/speech-by-minister-chee-hong-tat-at-bca-redas-built-environment-and-real-estate--prospects-seminar-2026urn:isomer:resource:240921At the BCA-REDAS Built Environment and Real Estate Prospects Seminar 2026, Minister Chee Hong Tat outlined a $47–53 billion construction demand outlook for 2026 and announced measures to transform the sector through technology adoption, collaborative contracting, and talent development, including an enhanced Project Manager competency framework and an extension of the Public Sector Panels of Consultants listing validity from one to three years.Thu, 22 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0800Speeches https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/steady-construction-demand-in-2026-as-singapore-steps-up-support-for-built-environment-firms-through-collaboration-and-innovationurn:isomer:resource:150168Thu, 22 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0800Media Releases https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/speech-by-2m-indranee-rajah-at-singapore-institute-of-surveyors-and-valuers--sisv----inaugural-award-ceremonyurn:isomer:resource:240919At the SISV Quantity Surveying Division's inaugural Award Ceremony, Second Minister Indranee Rajah highlighted the important role quantity surveyors play in Singapore's built environment and called on the profession to embrace digital transformation and AI to move up the value chain. She also urged firms and practitioners to strengthen talent development efforts through better outreach, quality internships, and mentorship to attract the next generation of built environment professionals.Sat, 10 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0800Speeches https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/exemption-order-for-battery-operated-go-karts-under-the-amusement-rides-safety-acturn:isomer:resource:149884Mon, 05 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0800Media Releases https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/lift-and-escalator-industry-sees-growth-in-younger-workforce-and-rising-median-wagesurn:isomer:resource:149982Wed, 26 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0800Media Releases https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/speech-by-minister-chee-hong-tat--at-the-inaugural-lift-and-escalator--industry-excellence-awards-2025urn:isomer:resource:240917At the inaugural Lift and Escalator Industry Excellence Awards 2025, Minister Chee Hong Tat highlighted the sector's transformation through the Progressive Wage Model, which has raised median wages and lowered the workforce's median age from 46 to 40, alongside the adoption of Remote Monitoring and Diagnostics technology and an upcoming firm-based licensing regime from 2027. He called on the industry to keep attracting young talent and embracing technology to seize growing opportunities ahead.Wed, 26 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0800Speeches https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/speech-by-2m-indranee-rajah-at-professional-engineers-board-day-of-dedication-2025urn:isomer:resource:240913At the Professional Engineers Board Day of Dedication 2025, Second Minister Indranee Rajah announced initiatives to strengthen the engineering profession, including recognising pre-graduation internship experience for PE registration, creating new pathways for professional registration, and incorporating business and leadership courses into the CPD framework. Fri, 21 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0800Speeches https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/speech-by-sps-dr-syed-harun-at-the-singapore-institute-of-surveyors-and-valuers-43rd-anniversary-dinnerurn:isomer:resource:240910At the SISV 43rd Anniversary Dinner, SPS Dr Syed Harun commended the institute's contributions to Singapore's built environment and highlighted the need to embrace digital transformation, evolve the role of quantity surveyors into strategic advisors, and promote fairer procurement practices. He also recognised members' growing contributions to sustainability through carbon budgeting and green building assessment.Wed, 19 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0800Speeches https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/speech-by-minister-chee-hong-tat--at-the-redas-66th-anniversary-dinner-2025--urn:isomer:resource:240907At the REDAS 66th Anniversary Dinner, Minister Chee Hong Tat announced several pro-enterprise measures to support a stable housing market and reduce red tape, including streamlined showflat approvals, an enhanced CONQUAS framework, and stronger homebuyer protections. He also outlined efforts to drive innovation through the expanded Reduced Fee Score pilot and technology adoption schemes, reaffirming the government's commitment to partnering REDAS in Singapore's urban transformation.Thu, 13 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0800Speeches https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/jtc-awards-singapore-s-first-public-sector-new-engineering-contract-4-collaborative-contract-for-jurong-innovation-districturn:isomer:resource:149971Wed, 12 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0800Media Releases https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/speech-by-2m-indranee-rajah-at--nus-cee-70th-anniversary-symposiumurn:isomer:resource:240906At the NUS CEE 70th Anniversary Symposium, Second Minister Indranee Rajah celebrated the department's contributions to Singapore's built environment and outlined efforts to strengthen the sector's talent pipeline, including the INSPIRE internship programme, better HR practices, and the adoption of emerging technologies like AI. With major projects such as Changi Terminal 5 and the Cross Island Line on the horizon, she encouraged students and firms to seize the opportunities ahead.Fri, 10 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0800Speeches https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/speech-by-2m-indranee-rajah-at-association-of-women-in-construction--singapore--awards-and-gala-dinnerurn:isomer:resource:240904In her speech at the inaugural AWiCS Awards & Gala Dinner, Second Minister Indranee Rajah celebrated women's contributions to Singapore's built environment, highlighted exemplary award recipients, and called on the sector to build more inclusive workplaces through government initiatives and progressive HR practices. She urged firms to rebalance workplace cultures so that professionals can pursue their careers while meeting family commitments, and encouraged women leaders to champion this change.Tue, 07 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0800Speeches https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/speech-by-2m-indranee-rajah-at-real-estate-developers--association-of-singapore--redas--mid-autumn-lunchurn:isomer:resource:387444In her speech at the REDAS Mid-Autumn Celebration, Second Minister for National Development Indranee Rajah highlighted the pivotal role of developers in Singapore's urban evolution and urged the sector to adapt to changing demographics, post-pandemic lifestyles, and climate change.Fri, 03 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0800Speeches https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/speech-by-2m-indranee-rajah-at-society-of-project-managers-30th-annual-dinnerurn:isomer:resource:240900In her speech at the Society of Project Managers' (SPM) 30th Annual Dinner, Second Minister Indranee Rajah celebrated the sector's contributions to Singapore's urban transformation and outlined three priorities for the road ahead: championing digitalisation through the CORENET X platform, fostering stronger collaboration via collaborative contracting and the BE CARE charter, and making the built environment a career of choice by investing in talent development.Tue, 30 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0800Speeches https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/bca-honours-outstanding-designs-for-an-inclusive-and-age-friendly-built-environmenturn:isomer:resource:149638Thu, 11 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0800Media Releases https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/opening-address-by-ms-indranee-rajah-minister-in-prime-minister-s-office-and-second-minister-for-finance-national-development-at-the-building-singapore-festival-at-vivocity-on-5-september-2025urn:isomer:resource:150030Fri, 05 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0800Speeches https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/taskforce-for-architectural-and-engineering-consultants-puts-forth-11-recommendations-to-uplift-the-built-environment-consultancy-sectorurn:isomer:resource:150177Fri, 05 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0800Media Releases https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/bca-launches-new-licensing-regime-to-enhance-quality-and-safety-standards-for-building-works-and-lift-and-escalator-systemsurn:isomer:resource:149645Wed, 03 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0800Media Releases https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/opening-remarks-by-mr-kelvin-wong-chief-executive-officer-for-the-building-and-construction-authority-at-the-international-built-environment-week-ibew-opening-ceremonyurn:isomer:resource:150036Wed, 03 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0800Speeches https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/speech-by-minister-chee-hong-tat-at-the-international-built-environment-week--ibew--industry-and-awards-dinner-2025urn:isomer:resource:270522At the IBEW Industry and Awards Dinner 2025, Minister Chee Hong Tat outlined three core strategies for the Built Environment (BE) sector: fostering a pro-enterprise environment through initiatives like the CORENET X digital platform, leveraging innovation and technology to overcome constraints with advancements in AI and robotics, and investing in people by addressing talent development and introducing new regulatory regimes for firms. Wed, 03 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0800Speeches https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/four-engineers-honoured-with-bca-design-and-engineering-safety-award-for-groundbreaking-projects-in-singaporeurn:isomer:resource:149896Fri, 29 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0800Media Releases https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/feedback-on-ageing-condos-and-sinking-funds-bmsma-reviewurn:isomer:resource:149889Tue, 26 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0800Replies To Forum Letters https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/media-update-bca-to-conduct-independent-investigation-into-tanjong-katong-road-sinkhole-incidenturn:isomer:resource:149995Mon, 28 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0800Media Releases https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/media-statement-on-sinkhole-incident-at-tanjong-katong-road-mountbatten-road-junctionurn:isomer:resource:149994Sat, 26 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0800Media Releases 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https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/land-intensification-allowance-scheme-for-the-built-environment-sector-expanded-to-optimise-industrial-land-useurn:isomer:resource:149975Wed, 09 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0800Media Releases https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/revised-code-to-enhance-singapore-s-built-environment-for-an-inclusive-nationurn:isomer:resource:150068Mon, 07 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0800Media Releases https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/reply-to-train-managing-agents-in-building-inspections-to-flag-defects-which-may-endanger-peopleurn:isomer:resource:150062Thu, 20 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0800Replies To Forum Letters https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/new-appointments-to-the-building-and-construction-authority-board-17032025urn:isomer:resource:150003Mon, 17 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0800Media Releases 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https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/speech-by-minister-desmond-lee-at-the-official-opening-of-the-jurong-port-integrated-construction-parkurn:isomer:resource:150119Wed, 27 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0800Speeches https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/measures-in-place-to-manage-risk-of-sinkholes-during-construction-worksurn:isomer:resource:149987Wed, 11 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0800Replies To Forum Letters https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/opening-speech-by-sms-sim-ann-for-2nd-reading-of-the-building-control-amendment-billurn:isomer:resource:150038Wed, 11 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0800Speeches https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/changes-to-the-building-control-act-to-enhance-energy-efficiency-measures-in-existing-buildings-for-a-sustainable-futureurn:isomer:resource:149678Tue, 10 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0800Media Releases 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https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/welcome-speech-by-minister-desmond-lee-at-the-opening-ceremony-of-the-international-built-environment-week-ibew-2024urn:isomer:resource:150203Wed, 04 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0800Speeches https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/measures-in-place-to-mitigate-ev-fire-risksurn:isomer:resource:149988Tue, 03 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0800Replies To Forum Letters https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/bca-design-and-engineering-safety-award-desa-recognises-innovation-and-safety-in-singapore-s-built-environmenturn:isomer:resource:149634Sun, 28 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0800Media Releases https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/bca-pilot-study-management-corporations-are-more-satisfied-with-service-performance-of-managing-agents-who-are-accreditedurn:isomer:resource:149651Mon, 24 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0800Media Releases 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https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/steady-demand-for-the-construction-sector-projected-for-2024urn:isomer:resource:150169Mon, 15 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0800Media Releases https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/35-cases-of-fallen-windows-in-the-first-11-months-of-2023urn:isomer:resource:149550Tue, 12 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0800Media Releases https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/97-of-escalator-incidents-reported-to-bca-linked-to-improper-use-of-escalatorurn:isomer:resource:149554Mon, 27 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0800Media Releases https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/launch-of-the-built-environment-innovation-hub-bca-braddell-campusurn:isomer:resource:149980Thu, 26 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0800Media Releases https://www1.bca.gov.sg/resources/newsroom/speech-by-2m-indranee-rajah-at-launch-of-built-environment-innovation-hub-at-bca-braddell-campusurn:isomer:resource:150098Thu, 26 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0800Speeches 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