Sembcorp is pleased to announce that it has signed an agreement to install, own and operate rooftop solar panels on top of two Singapore facilities owned by one of the world’s largest providers of products and services to the energy industry. This rooftop solar farm will be one of Singapore’s largest, with a total capacity of 6.2 megawatts peak. It is expected to produce around 7,435 megawatt hours of power annually, or enough to power more than 1,500 four-room HDB flats for a year. This renewable energy project will also help avoid over 3 million kilograms of carbon dioxide emissions a year, equivalent to the emissions avoided by taking close to 680 cars off the road.

Sembcorp Industries (Sembcorp) posted a turnover of S$9.1 billion and a corresponding net profit of S$240.9 million in 9M2018, compared to S$6.6 billion and S$265.3 million in 9M2017 . Excluding the Marine business, the Group delivered a profit growth of 62%, with net profit at S$290.8 million compared to S$179.3 million in 9M2017. In the period, a 96% net profit growth in the Utilities business and stable Urban Development earnings mitigated Marine’s weak performance.

Sembcorp Industries (Sembcorp) is pleased to announce that it will collaborate with Singapore’s Energy Market Authority (EMA) as part of a pilot programme to facilitate the deployment of Energy Storage Systems (ESS) in the country. The initiative, also known as ACCESS (ACCelerating Energy Storage for Singapore), was announced at Singapore International Energy Week 2018 earlier this morning.

Announced today by Minister for Trade & Industry Chan Chun Sing at the Singapore International Energy Week (SIEW) 2018, the Energy Market Authority (EMA) and Sembcorp Industries (Sembcorp) have renewed a S$10 million partnership. This will involve initiatives to catalyse Research and Development (R&D) and to develop new capabilities in Singapore’s energy sector.

Sembcorp Industries (Sembcorp) is pleased to announce that its 225-megawatt gas-fired Sembcorp Myingyan Independent Power Plant in Mandalay, Myanmar, has successfully commenced full commercial operation following its first phase operation in May this year.

Sembcorp Industries is pleased to announce the completion of the SECI 1 wind power project in Tamil Nadu, developed by the Group’s India power arm, Sembcorp Energy India Limited. Completed ahead of schedule, the 250-megawatt SECI 1 project marks the first delivery of installed capacity awarded under India’s nationwide wind power tenders.

Sembcorp Industries (Sembcorp) is pleased to announce that it has signed a long-term solar energy deal with US-headquartered tech company, Facebook. Under this deal, Sembcorp will help provide locally-sourced renewable power to support Facebook’s recently announced 170,000 square metre Singapore data centre, as well as its other Singapore operations, over the next 20 years.

Sembcorp Industries (Sembcorp) is pleased to announce that its Sembcorp Gayatri Power Limited (SGPL) power plant in India has won a competitive tender conducted by the Bangladesh Power Development Board (BPDB) to supply 250 megawatts of power to Bangladesh over a total period of 15 years. SGPL has received letters of intent from the BPDB in this regard, and supply of power is expected to commence upon completion of procedural requirements and relevant government approvals.

Sembcorp Industries (Sembcorp) delivered a credible first half 2018 (1H2018) result, offsetting a weak performance from its Marine business with improved and stable results from its Utilities and Urban Development businesses respectively.

Sembcorp Industries (Sembcorp) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr Josephine Kwa Lay Keng to its board as an independent director with effect from August 1, 2018. She is currently a member of Sembcorp’s Technology Advisory Panel, which advises the company on digital and technological developments in line with its growth strategies.

Sembcorp Industries (Sembcorp) is pleased to announce that through its wholly-owned subsidiary Sembcorp Energy Australia, it has signed an agreement to invest in an estimated 77% stake in Vellocet Clean Energy for A$5 million (approximately S$5 million ). The deal establishes a beachhead for Sembcorp to grow in the Australian power market, particularly in the direct supply of renewable energy to companies.

Sembcorp Industries (Sembcorp) announces the appointment of the head of its newly-established Merchant & Retail business line, Namesh Hansjee, who will join the company on August 27, 2018.