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The new 75-mt (85-USt) 85|RT rough-terrain crane from Link-Belt is equipped with a full power, five-section formed boom (11.6 – 43.3 m) built to the manufacturer’s specific boom profile and tolerances. An available two-piece Link-Belt patented SmartFly (10.7 – 17.7 m) provides greater flexibility and range, and manually offsets at 0, 15, 30 and 45 degrees.

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SmartFly’s one-person fly erection technology minimises work at height with ground controls for fly assist, and a hydraulic cylinder and ramp releases the fly and returns it to its stowed position. The crane also offers a 2.9-m offset fly that reeves up to four-parts of line and is capable of 22.6-mt lifts. The 2.9-m fly is ideal for applications where two-load lines are necessary for lifting one load, such as precast panels.

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“General contractors and fleet owners will appreciate the competitive chart and value this crane delivers, not to mention it transports under 47,627 kg with full counterweight and under 39,008 kg with no counterweight. This 85-USt (85|RT) was the next logical choice and really an easy decision for introduction following the 120|RT and 100|RT design,” said Brian Elkins, Link-Belt’s product manager for rough-terrain cranes.

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A six-speed transmission on the 85|RT is powered by a 270-hp Cummins Tier 4F QSB 6.7 diesel engine. Matching main and auxiliary winches have 82.8 kN of maximum line pull and a maximum winch speed of 147.8 m/min. The crane includes new drive train and counterweight removal systems.

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Durable textured and slip-resistant paint on all walking surfaces improves durability and footing. Centralised electrical locations, remote mounted filters, and easy-access fluid checks simplify routine maintenance and service. Link-Belt said its rough-terrain cranes’ flat deck set it apart from others with unobstructed access and egress from the crane’s carrier as well as when climbing down from the crane upper. Six points of access, regardless of slew angle, for easy deck access have also been maintained. The operator’s cab provides a wide entryway with all the same RT-series features inside (Bluetooth, greater visibility, increased storage, interior lighting, and automotive HVAC).
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\nA 24-V electrical system makes running diagnostics quicker and easier. The wiring is a controller area network (CAN bus) system. This 24-V system yields the ability to multiplex with modules placed near dedicated functions like outrigger beams and winches. In total, there are five modules located throughout the machine that allow crane functions to continue working in instances where other modules are being diagnosed or serviced.

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Link-Belt’s V-CALC (variable confined area lifting capacities) system features virtually infinite outrigger configurations with real-time 360-degree charts; it has proven itself in general construction and infrastructure applications. Once outriggers are set, the user-friendly Pulse 2.0 system indicates the crane’s available capacity. The system then previews the operator’s real-time capacities given the crane’s current configuration as well as the next five radii for a set boom angle.
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\nLink-Belt’s cab design for its rough-terrain cranes offers excellent visibility, operator comfort and intuitive design. All electrical components coming into the cab are bulk headed for ‘plug and play’ assembly. An ergonomic seat with electronic joystick/single axis controllers provide comfortable operator’s station, and cab tilt of 20 degrees keep line of sight easy for any jobsite.
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\nLink-Belt Site Vision includes a lights and cameras package built for extended workdays and cold weather conditions. Cameras on the 85|RT consist of heated rear-view, right-side swing, and winch cameras. A work lighting package is available and offers four high-intensity LED work lights mounted on top of the operator’s cab, the right side of the superstructure facing forward, on the upper work platform, and on the left side of the superstructure facing out. Also available are single- and dual-boom floodlights, and remote-control boom floodlights that work in conjunction with other floodlight options.

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Other features of the 85|RT include: swing-out engine access doors and centralised electrical locations – keeping them accessible from the ground or near a grab handle or ladder; transmission oil, engine oil, primary and secondary fuel filters, as well as engine oil filter that are mounted for easy reach; telematics in place to give real-time data to better forecast maintenance and service needs of the crane, plus iCraneTrax for better fleet management and maintenance scheduling; and operator programmable function kick outs.

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According to Link-Belt, delivery of the first 85|RT cranes is expected to begin in the fourth quarter of 2021.

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Hong Kong’s MTR Corporation has awarded a design consultancy contract to Aurecon-WSP Joint Venture for the Hung Shui Kiu Station on the Tuen Ma Line. This new station will serve the future transport needs of the Hung Shui Kiu/Ha Tsuen New Development Area, bringing convenience to residents and reducing travelling time.

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The scope of the consultancy work includes development of the scheme into an engineering design, preparation of the construction programme, gazette plans and project cost estimate, as well as liaison with government departments and other stakeholders. The Aurecon-WSP Joint Venture will work closely with the MTR Corporation’s Capital Works team to deliver these services.

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According to MTR Corporation, the award of this contract marks a major milestone for the Hung Shui Kiu Station project. It will be situated at the future town centre of the Hung Shui Kiu/Ha Tsuen New Development Area and will provide residents with railway connection to other areas in Hong Kong.

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The new station will not only serve the future transport needs of the Hung Shui Kiu/Ha Tsuen New Development Area, but also release the development potential in the vicinity. The team will maintain ongoing dialogue with the community during the design and construction of the project.

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Other works relating to the Hung Shui Kiu Station project, including ground investigation and survey of existing utilities, will also commence soon.

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In May this year, the Hong Kong Government invited MTR Corporation to proceed with the detailed planning and design of the project. It consists of a new Hung Shui Kiu Station, located on the Tuen Ma Line between the existing Tin Shui Wai and Siu Hong stations. The main construction works are expected to commence in 2024 for completion in 2030.

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In January 2017, Indian Railways awarded HCC (Hindustan Construction Company) the contract to build a cable-stayed bridge for the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link Project (USBRL), which is being developed by Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (a public company in India) to connect the Katra and Reasi stations on the Jammu-Baramulla line.

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Initially an arch bridge was planned in Anji Khad, but a technical expert committee decided that the location was unsuitable for this type of bridge. So, the decision was made to build a cable-stayed bridge with a single pylon standing 331 m above the riverbed.

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To respond to the demands of the project and the challenges involved in constructing the pylon at such a remote, complex site, HCC selected a 21CM550 flat-top crane (25-t) from Comansa’s 2100 series. This crane model is designed to ensure optimal performance in projects where heavy loads must be moved, like those in bridge construction.

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The Anji Khad Bridge has been dubbed the first cable-stayed railway bridge in India. It is also viewed as an engineering wonder due to the difficulties involved in the construction process and the technology used.

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Thanks to its easy assembly and smaller space requirements, the flat-top design patented by the crane manufacturer has overcome the logistical challenges linked to the complicated topography in the area. Additionally, the automatic trolley change, along with the Power Lift system, enables variable loads to be dealt with efficiently while ensuring that the crane achieves maximum productivity.

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Besides these logistical challenges linked to topographical aspects, the new Anji Khad Bridge is being built in a difficult terrain. Fortunately, Comansa cranes are equipped with a lightning protection system that can prevent damage to electronic devices. Furthermore, the cranes are designed to withstand wind pressure in accordance with European C25 standards.

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Comansa is also collaborating with its local partner, M/S Escorts Limited, allowing it to use a trusted technical service and acquire spare parts as quickly as possible in order to meet the project’s demanding deadlines. The bridge is expected to complete by December 2022.

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The world’s largest hydro-floating solar hybrid project at Sirindhorn Dam, located in the Ubon Ratchathani Province, Thailand, has begun its commercial operation, announced the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT).

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The 45-MW project aims to enhance the country’s power system security, reduce greenhouse gas emissions of around 47,000 t/yr, and provide clean energy to help mitigate global warming. It is also expected to become a new tourist attraction in the province, ready to open to the general public in early 2022.

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According to EGAT, the new plant can generate electricity from both solar power during the day and hydropower from the existing dam when there is no sunlight, or during peak power demand at night-time. Its commercial operation started on 31 October 2021.

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“The power plant is controlled and managed by an energy management system (EMS) along with a weather forecast system to increase the stability of the power system. Therefore, it can generate electricity longer and lower the limitations of renewable energy,” revealed EGAT. In the future, the Authority plans to build a renewable energy control centre that deploys artificial intelligence (AI) to increase power generation efficiency.

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The new plant includes seven sets of solar panels installed on the water surface of less than 1% of the entire reservoir. “The solar panels and floating platforms are all eco-friendly and do not affect the underwater environment,” said EGAT. “Moreover, using the existing transmission system, electrical equipment, and the water surface of Sirindhorn Dam to its full potential can help save cost and expenses, leading to lower electricity cost.”

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The solar panels were placed at an angle with space between the panel and platform so that sunlight can pass through into the water, thus not affecting the underwater environment. EGAT added that placing solar panels on the water surface also helps reduce the panels’ heat, making it 10-15% more efficient than solar panels installed on land, and reduces water evaporation in the dam by approximately 460,000 cu m/yr.

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The Authority further mentioned that by promoting the power plant as a tourist attraction, it will help create jobs and income for the community, allowing it to be sustainably self-reliant, and also stimulate the overall economy of the province.

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Due to the project’s success, EGAT will now work on the next 24-MW power plant at Ubol Ratana Dam in the Khon Kaen Province as well as other projects nationwide, totalling 15 projects to reach a total capacity of 2,725 MW. This initiative is intended to drive Thailand towards achieving its goal of net-zero emissions and becoming a sustainable low-carbon society.

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All images: EGAT

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Singapore’s Land Transport Authority (LTA) has awarded S$766 million civil contracts for the design and construction works of the Cross Island Line Phase 1 (CRL1) project.

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The first contract, valued at S$320 million, was awarded to Hock Lian Seng Infrastructure Pte Ltd for the design and construction of Aviation Park station and tunnels.

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Hock Lian Seng Infrastructure has a strong track record of undertaking infrastructure and building projects in Singapore, said LTA. The contractor was previously involved in the construction of Kim Chuan Depot for Circle Line (CCL) and Marina Bay station along the CCL. It is currently working on the construction of Maxwell station along the Thomson-East Coast Line (TEL).

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Aviation Park station is an underground station located next to Changi Coast Road and Aviation Park Road. According to LTA, the ground conditions in this area are expected to be challenging as they are made up of thick layers of underlying marine clay. Safety measures will be taken when carrying out the earth retaining stabilising structure (ERSS) and deep excavation works to ensure stability of the ground and surrounding structures.

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LTA added that the works will be conducted in strict compliance with regulations including aviation height restrictions, given its proximity to the Changi Airport compound. LTA and the contractor will monitor the works closely to ensure that they are performed safely.

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Construction works for the Aviation Park station are scheduled to start in the first quarter of 2022, with passenger service slated to commence in 2030.

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The second contract was awarded to Nishimatsu Construction Co Ltd for the design and construction of the bored tunnel between Tampines North and Defu stations. Totalling S$446 million, this contract includes the construction of a facility building with underground basements to cater to the electrical and mechanical requirements of CRL1.

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Nishimatsu Construction has a strong track record of undertaking infrastructure, building and tunnelling projects locally and abroad, said LTA. The contractor built the tunnels between Ubi and Kaki Bukit stations along the DTL, as well as the reception tunnels for DTL to Tai Seng Facility Building. It is currently involved in the construction of Gardens by the Bay station on the TEL and Keppel station on the CCL.

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LTA revealed that under the second contract, a tunnel boring machine (TBM) with a large diameter of about 12.6 m will be used to construct a single 2.9-km-long tunnel with two tracks in it. This will be the largest TBM ever to be deployed in Singapore and it is expected to increase work productivity and reduce manpower requirements. The tunnel will be constructed at an approximate depth of 35 m below ground level, and is almost 50 m underground at its deepest.

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Tunnelling will be carried out mostly in Old Alluvium, which is a predominantly soil-like material comprising sandy and silty clay, explained LTA. This abrasive ground condition is expected to cause some wear to the TBM’s cutting equipment. LTA and the contractor will closely monitor the TBM’s progress and ensure that all works are performed safely and timely with minimal impact to existing structures, including the shophouses in the area.

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Construction works for the bored tunnel between Tampines North station and Defu station are scheduled to start in December 2021.

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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.

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CRL1 is 29 km long and comprises 12 stations from Aviation Park to Bright Hill. This will serve residential and industrial areas in Loyang, Tampines, Pasir Ris, Defu, Hougang, Serangoon North and Ang Mo Kio and benefit more than 100,000 households. With CRL1, common recreational spaces such as Changi Beach Park and Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park will be more accessible by public transport.

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Images: LTA

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Three professionals from Surbana Jurong have become the first Infrastructure Sustainability Accredited Professionals (ISAPs) in Singapore. These include: Eugene Seah, senior director, special projects; Jason Reeve, executive associate, sustainability and resiliency office; and Martin Lim, principal project manager, sustainability and resiliency office. All of them are now qualified to evaluate infrastructure assets ranging from roads and transport to utilities and waste management across the planning, design, construction and operational phases.

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The accreditation was conferred by the Infrastructure Sustainability Council (IS Council), an industry body operating in Australia and New Zealand to enable sustainability outcomes in infrastructure. With this accreditation, Surbana Jurong will be able to measure and assess the economic, environmental, social and governance (ESG) impact of critical infrastructure in Singapore including roads, bridges, rail networks and utility structures in a more rigorous and structured manner using the Infrastructure Sustainability (IS) rating scheme.

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Singapore is at the region’s forefront in setting sustainability benchmarks for buildings, but there is currently no over-arching methodology for the assessment of the environmental, social and governance (ESG) impacts of critical infrastructure assets including transport infrastructure, bridges, cabling and signalling systems, and water and waste management systems, explained Surbana Jurong. These assets are typically built over many years and require massive amounts of raw materials to build. The potential impact of these materials on the environment and the communities around which they are built needs to be measured, monitored and mitigated.

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“There is a lot of untapped opportunity to measure and set targets for sustainable infrastructure to help infrastructure developers and operators manage their carbon footprint,” said Wong Heang Fine, group CEO of Surbana Jurong.

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IS rating scheme ‘still new to Asia’

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The IS rating scheme is meticulous and comprehensive in that it uses a quadruple bottom line assessment framework comprising economic as well as ESG aspects to evaluate the overall sustainability performance of infrastructure assets, shared Surbana Jurong. The system’s holistic approach sets and quantifies sustainability goals from the design to operation stages ranging from water and waste management to energy consumption, and the adoption of sustainable procurement as well as the usage of low carbon building materials. It is also aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

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The IS Council administers the framework in Australia and New Zealand to assess the sustainability of the planning, design, construction and operation phases of over A$200 billion infrastructure programmes, projects, networks and assets.

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SMEC, a member company of Surbana Jurong Group, has applied the IS rating scheme to several of its projects in Australia including Sydney Metro’s Crows Nest Station, the Hell’s Gate Dam Feasibility Study, and the Fitzroy to Gladstone pipeline project.

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In the case of the Crows Nest Station upgrade, SMEC’s sustainability and climate resilience team, which includes accredited professionals, facilitated the station’s Green Star rating (six star design rating) and worked with designers to incorporate climate risk mitigation measures into the final design.

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Surbana Jurong said it will be working with the IS Council to introduce and implement the international version of the IS rating scheme in Singapore and across Asia.

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“The knowledge that Surbana Jurong Group has gained from our professionals completing the accredited training will boost our ability to design, build and operate sustainable infrastructure with resiliency in mind. This will also enable us to grow our sustainability advisory business,” said Mr Wong.

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“We will look at how this can be used to value add projects in Singapore and Southeast Asia, especially where there is a need for sustainable financing and some form of platform to measure sustainability for infrastructure. Our clients will stand to benefit from our ability to educate, innovate and apply this effective methodology to our designs.”

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According to Surbana Jurong, while the IS rating scheme is still new to Asia, adhering to its standards could unlock new value propositions. It will enable the Group to help its clients to access green funds for project financing at more competitive rates through compliance with sustainability processes in design, construction and life cycle management. Additionally, it will lead to projects that have a lower carbon footprint and optimally utilised materials. Post-construction, these projects also have reduced operational and maintenance costs.

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“Sustainable infrastructure protects and preserves the ecological processes required to maintain human health, equity and diversity. With infrastructure sustainability gaining momentum across Asia, we need to stay ahead and have our people acquire the expertise that our clients need for maintaining the sustainability of their assets,” added Mr Wong.

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The three newly accredited professionals in Singapore bring the total number of accredited practitioners to 13 across Surbana Jurong Group, including those in SMEC who have already received their accreditation.

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Image credits:
\nImage 1: Surbana Jurong
\nImage 2: SMEC
\nImage 3: Sydney Metro

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Singapore’s Sunseap Group has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with local and international partners to explore and develop solar power systems with a combined capacity of 7 gigawatt-peak (GWp) around the Riau islands, Indonesia, including a previously announced 2.2-GWp floating solar PV in Duriangkang, Batam, also in Indonesia.
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\nSome of the MoU partners include PT Mustika Combol Indah, PT Agung Sedayu, Sumitomo Corporation, Samsung C&T Corporation, Oriens Asset Management, ESS Inc and Durapower Group.

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According to Sunseap, the proposed solar power system is one of the largest cross-border interconnect clean energy projects in Southeast Asia and will help Singapore and Indonesia meet their green goals. Other than Batam, one of the islands in the Riau Archipelago being considered for the project is Combol. The plan is to pipe the low-carbon energy to Singapore via a proposed new subsea power cable.
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\nCoupled with multiple energy storage systems totalling more than 12 GWhr, the project is expected to provide 1 GW of non-intermittent low-carbon clean energy for Singapore and Indonesia.
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\nBy linking the solar PV systems from the various islands, the consortium hopes to achieve economies of scale and further optimise the capacity of a proposed new subsea cable to Singapore. This will help bring down the cost of transmission, thus reducing the cost of low-carbon electricity imports into Singapore, and ultimately leading to more affordable low-carbon electricity for local consumers.
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\nThe consortium aims to match the required low-carbon electricity imports into Singapore of 1.2 GW by 2027 and another 2.8 GW by 2035, as mentioned earlier by Singapore’s Minister of Trade and Industry, Gan Kim Yong.

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The Energy Market Authority (EMA) of Singapore has said it will issue two separate requests for proposal to import up to 4 GW of low-carbon electricity by 2035. The consortium intends to be one of the parties to help fulfil 20-25% of this target.
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\n“Through this arrangement, the combined generation capacity will be able to generate and transmit 1 GW of non-intermittent clean energy for both Singapore and Indonesia, establishing both Singapore and Batam as a clean energy gateway and hub in ASEAN and paving the way towards an ASEAN Green Power Grid.”
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\nDurapower, one of the MoU partners, is a global provider of lithium battery storage solutions and is envisaged to jointly contribute and build the energy storage facilities required to create the 1 GW non-intermittent low-carbon electricity in Singapore.
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\nSunseap said the 7 GWp capacity will be built over time in phases and the energy generated will match the required imports into Singapore. Riau islands will in turn be able to support and commence various green initiatives for industries such as data centres and zero-carbon electronics productions.

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Sunseap is also exploring more areas around the Riau islands to increase the overall capacity and further optimise the designated capacity of the subsea cable.

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Images: Sunseap

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Keppel Infrastructure Holdings Pte Ltd is working together with Perennial Holdings Private Limited to roll out the Energy-as-a-Service (EaaS) concept at Perennial Business City, an upcoming business park located in the Jurong Lake District, a precinct positioned as the second central business district of Singapore.

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The sustainable EaaS concept by Keppel Infrastructure – deemed the first-of-its-kind in the country – includes the installation and operation of super-efficient chiller systems and photovoltaic solar panels, offering zero carbon electricity long-term, as well as the setting up of smart electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, among others.

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With sustainable EaaS, Perennial Business City is set to become the first sustainable super-low-energy building that operates with renewable energy in the Jurong Lake District. Measuring over 1 mil sq ft in total net lettable area, the development – which is majority-owned and managed by Perennial – is expected to reduce its total building energy consumption by more than 40% when it commences operations progressively from 2022.

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“By harnessing Keppel Infrastructure’s suite of renewable energy, power, cooling and EV charging expertise, we are able to develop a unique energy delivery model that combines hardware, software and services aimed at maximising energy savings and users’ experience,” explained Cindy Lim, CEO of Keppel Infrastructure. “With the confluence of climate action, digitalisation, and work-live-play as a new normal, we are well-placed to roll out more EaaS offerings in Singapore and the region.”

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She added that the EaaS concept is “an appealing value proposition as customers, such as building or asset owners, do not need to make upfront capital investment, and instead enter into a recurring subscription and service contract for energy usage and management.”

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Pua Seck Guan, CEO of Perennial said, “Perennial Business City marks not only our first foray into the business park space but also the setting of a new benchmark as the first sustainable super-low-energy business park in the Jurong Lake District.

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“With our investment of over S$100 million to redevelop the property into ‘A Visionary City Within a City’, coupled with its strategic location and extensive transportation connectivity, Perennial Business City will be the business park of choice for sustainability-minded tenants seeking scalability to support their future growth.”

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In their joint statement, both partners said to accelerate the adoption of green transport, Keppel Infrastructure will assist to install 20 smart EV charging stations at Perennial Business City. The company will also design and provide a super-efficient chiller system that will substantially improve Perennial Business City’s energy efficiency and put it on track to achieve the Building and Construction Authority’s (BCA) Green Mark Super Low Energy certification. This will translate to significant energy savings as cooling typically constitutes the biggest electrical load of a building, making up to 50% of energy usage.

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In addition, Keppel Infrastructure will supply solar-generated electricity to Perennial Business City to maximise the usage of scarce renewable resources in Singapore, and reduce the business park’s net carbon footprint. According to the statement, more than 1,800 solar panels will be installed on the roof of Perennial Business City, generating around 1,200 MWh per year. The solar panels will also reduce about 500 t of annual carbon emissions. This is in line with Keppel’s Vision 2030, which places sustainability firmly at the core of its strategy, and reinforces Perennial’s commitment to embed sustainability into its business operations.

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Designed to cater to tenants from high-value industries, including infocommunications technology, biomedical sciences, fast-moving consumer goods and financial institutions, Perennial Business City provides easy access to key transport nodes such as Jurong East Mass Rapid Transit Interchange Station, which serves the North-South and East-West Lines as well as the upcoming Jurong Region Line, and the future Jurong East Integrated Transport Hub. It is directly linked to Ng Teng Fong General Hospital and Jurong Community Hospital via an elevated pedestrian walkway.

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Image: Perennial Holdings Private Limited

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Lendlease has announced its Mission Zero Roadmap for Asia as part of its commitment to becoming a 1.5°C aligned company and achieving Absolute Zero Carbon by 2040.

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The roadmap details steps that Lendlease will take across its business in Asia to achieve its Mission Zero ambitions – Net Zero Carbon by 2025 and Absolute Zero Carbon by 2040.

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In Asia, Lendlease will undertake a multi-pronged approach by reviewing the fuels burnt, power consumed, materials and services purchased and tenant emissions at its projects, assets and across operations.

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These include:

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1. Reducing Scope 1 emissions, which are direct emissions from Lendlease-owned and controlled resources, produced directly from fuels burnt.

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Initiatives include trialing alternative onsite fuels, increasing use of electric construction plant and equipment, and use of battery storage and charging infrastructure.
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For example, the team will be using biodiesel on generators at one of Lendlease’s redevelopment projects.
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2. Reducing Scope 2 emissions, which are indirect emissions from the generation of purchased energy from a utility provider, produced by the power consumed.

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Initiatives include increasing renewable electricity incrementally to reach 100% by 2030, increasing onsite solar generation on our assets and integrating renewable energy infrastructure on all new developments.
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Lendlease prioritises the health and wellbeing of its employees and will only occupy high performance buildings for its workspaces. For instance, 100% of Lendlease’s assets in Singapore have achieved Green Mark Platinum rating.
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3. Reducing Scope 3 emissions, which are all indirect emissions that occur upstream and downstream of Lendlease’s value chain, through the review of materials and services procured.

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Initiatives include investing in R&D and collaborating with suppliers to eliminate embodied carbon in construction materials procured.
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For example, Lendlease is part of the Singapore Green Building Council’s Embodied Carbon Taskforce and signed the Embodied Carbon Pledge to Act, working with industry peers and partners to reduce upfront emissions from the manufacture of building materials.
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4. Reducing Scope 3 emissions from tenants.

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Initiatives include partnering with tenants to reduce their emissions and developing next generation green leases.
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For example, 100% of tenants in Lendlease’s malls in Singapore are on Green Leases which promotes energy efficiency.
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Justin Gabbani, CEO for Asia at Lendlease, said, “In line with our commitment to becoming a 1.5°C aligned company, our Mission Zero roadmap cuts across our integrated business in development, construction and investments. We recognise the importance of setting targets with a clear plan to set our sights on a more sustainable future and create communities that can thrive.”

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Volvo Group has revealed the world’s first vehicle made of fossil-free steel from SSAB. The machine, a load carrier for use in mining and quarrying, was manufactured at Volvo Construction Equipment’s facility in Braås, Sweden.

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This new innovation was unveiled at a green steel collaboration event held recently on 13 October in Gothenburg, Sweden, hosted by Melker Jernberg, president of Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) and Martin Lundstedt, president and CEO of Volvo Group. At the event, it was also announced that more vehicles will follow in 2022 in what will be a series of concept vehicles and components using fossil-free steel from SSAB.

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With a commitment to be climate-neutral and achieve net zero value chain greenhouse gas emissions by 2040, Volvo Group is on the path towards developing sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions of the future. Along with the electrification of its vehicles and machines, the group is determined to reduce the carbon footprint of its entire supply chain and this latest innovation is one step forward on this path.

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“This initiative with SSAB sets the benchmark for a fossil-free future. Just as the nations of the world come together at COP26 to address climate change, so too must organisations and industries work in collaboration to develop innovative new solutions for a greenhouse gas emission free future,” said Mr Lundstedt.

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“Volvo Group is committed to pioneering partnerships such as this with SSAB to develop attractive, safe and efficient new vehicles and machines that pave the way for a more sustainable transport and infrastructure system adopted for the future.”

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A move towards green steel is an important step for Volvo Group, as well as for the transport and infrastructure industries as a whole, particularly considering that around 70% of a truck’s weight comes from steel and cast iron, with the figure for Volvo machines even higher. This first concept machine, produced at Volvo CE’s facility in Braås, is just the start, with smaller-scale series production planned by 2022, and mass production set to follow.

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“Our ambition is to have fossil-free steel used across all our products, with a step-by-step approach,” said Mr Jernberg. “This machine is proof that we really can make fast progress, when we work together in strong partnerships, when we are determined to act and we enable our skilled people to contribute to building the world we want to live in. Not only for our generation, but for generations to come. Our team in Braås is understandably proud to help make this innovation happen.”

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“Having the world´s first actual vehicle made using SSAB´s fossil-free steel is a true milestone. Our collaboration with Volvo Group shows that green transition is possible and brings results,” said Martin Lindqvist, president and CEO at SSAB. “Together, we will continue reducing climate impact all the way to the end customer while ensuring that our customers get high-quality steel. We look forward to continuing to work with Volvo Group in research and development to produce more fossil-free steel products.”

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