Singapore, 7 September 2008 | For Immediate Release
The Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore (IDA) will be leading a delegation of Singapore infocomm companies to GITEX Technology Week 2008, scheduled to take place from 19 to 23 October 2008 in Dubai, U.A.E.
Exhibiting under the Infocomm Singapore brand, the delegation comprises Clearhub, CrimsonLogic, e-Cop, Genovate, Infologic, MicroUsability, SecureAge Technology, SQL View, ST Electronic (Training & Simulation Systems), Teliwave and Transfer ToTM.
Building on their experience and expertise from developing and implementing ICT solutions for Singapore's key economic sectors, these Infocomm Singapore companies will showcase their latest innovative offerings for sectors such as education, transportation and e-Government.
Some of these showcases include ST Electronics (Training & Simulation Systems)'s FutureSchools@Singapore initiative, the Infologic FIDS (Flight Information Display System) that was most recently implemented at the Beijing Capital International Airport for the 2008 Beijing Olympics, CrimsonLogic's e-Judiciary solution that is currently being implemented in U.A.E, and many more.
"Middle East is one of the fastest growing ICT markets in the world. Over the last few years Infocomm Singapore companies have successfully exported their solutions and services to the region and several major projects. IDA hopes to leverage this year's GITEX to further extend the reach of Infocomm Singapore companies in the region.", said Mr Shaik Umar, Centre Director for IDA's Middle East Office.
Alongside GITEX, IDA will also be hosting an Infocomm Singapore Night on 20 October for invited guests from Singapore and Middle East to network and exchange pointers.
This is the fourth year that IDA is participating in GITEX Technology Week. It underscores IDA's commitment to help facilitate collaboration and exchanges between Singapore and Middle East ICT businesses. For more information on Singapore infocomm companies showcasing at the Infocomm Singapore Pavilion, please refer to the Annex attached.
ISSUED BY ISSUED BY THE CORPORATE & MARKETING COMMUNICATION DIVISION
THE INFOCOMM DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF SINGAPORE
The Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore (IDA) is committed to growing Singapore into a dynamic global infocomm hub. IDA uses an integrated approach to developing infocommunications in Singapore. This involves nurturing a competitive telecoms market as well as a conducive business environment with programmes and schemes for both local and international companies. For more information, visit www.ida.gov.sg.
Infocomm Singapore encapsulates the qualities and uniqueness of Singapore's infocomm capabilities, products and services. The vision is for Singapore's infocomm industry to be the world’s most trusted, intelligent and results-oriented solutions provider, offering a competitive edge to business partners.
This is a joint promotion effort by the Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore and the infocomm industry. The aim is to help Singapore infocomm companies garner greater mindshare in the globally competitive market. For more information, please log on to www.infocommsingapore.sg.
Middle East
Shannon BARRY
Account Director
Hill & Knowlton Qatar
Tel: +974 418 1292
Mob: +974 685 9236
Email: Shannon.Barry@hillandknowlton.com
Singapore
Melanie KOH (Ms)
Assistant Manager, Corporate and Marketing Communication
Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore
Tel: +65 6211 0297
Email: melanie_koh@ida.gov.sg