Description of Programme
An island nation like Singapore has always relied on the sea for its livelihood, yet many Singaporeans are unaware of its crucial role in the nation's economic future. The ""Sea Around Us"" tour explores the Singapore River's journey from its early days to its current transformation into a vibrant F&B and tourism hub. Participants will also learn about Singapore’s port, its rich history, iconic landmarks rooted in maritime heritage, and its current status as one of the world’s leading ports.
Specific Learning Points
• Early 14th century accounts of Singapore as a maritime centre before the arrival of the British. The importance of trade and the rise of Singapore as an entrepot port and the role of the Singapore River. Singapore a magnet for immigrants and traders. Fort Canning and its maritime significance
• Port development from tongkangs to containers. Singapore Port as an economic sector and employment generator.
• Contribution of Maritime activities to Singapore’s overall economy. Role of Singapore as a Logistics Hub. The reasons and advantages of the move to Tuas Port
• Security at the Seas – changing landscape and challenges
Learning Objective / Total Defence Pillars
Military Defence
Economic Defence
Psychological Defence
Location(s)
Fort Canning Hill, Singapore River, One Fullerton, Clifford Pier, Singapore Maritime Gallery
Partial Indoor / Mostly Outdoor
Rating
Duration
4 hrs
Session Timings
09:00 - 13:00
13:00 - 17:00
Pricing (per participant)
$40.00
Min 20 Pax
Terms and Conditions
Reservations are subject to availability and will be on a first-come-first-served basis. A booking/confirmation notice will be sent to the unit/department for acknowledgement once the space for the specific timing is confirmed.
In the event that the unit/department cancels a booking less than 10 working days before the start date, or does not show up on the event date, a late cancellation fee will be incurred.
In the event that participants arrive later than the scheduled time, the programme will still proceed according to scheduled itinerary and end at original scheduled time. There will be no ‘make up’.
The programme owner reserves the right to make changes to the content, date and time of the programme, without the consent of the unit/department.
Programme owner shall not be liable for claims resulting from injury or any loss of personal property to the participants, which may result due to their participation in the programme.
The unit/department can submit a Fee Waiver Request Form for absentees who could not attend the NE programme on event day for compelling reasons (e.g. sick with MC, on compassionate leave, etc.) within 5 working days upon conducting the NE Activity. Fees will not be waived for absentees without compelling reasons.
Units can request for one-time amendment to the booking (eg. change in number of participants, date and/or time of tour) at no cost incurred to the unit, when the amendment is made at least 10 working days before the event.
Any amendment requested less than 10 working days is subject to availability. In the event that programme owner could not accede to the changes and the programme has to be cancelled, Cancellation Fees will apply.