Kingsmen Exhibits, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Kingsmen Creatives, a leading creator of experiences, today shared more details of its work for the Singapore Pavillion at World Expo 2025, Osaka. This follows the announcement on February 20, 2023 that Kingsmen Exhibits Pte Ltd had been awarded a turnkey services contract worth approximately SGD 36 million by the Singapore Tourism Board for the Singapore Pavilion.
Kingsmen will design and produce the experiences for the Singapore Pavilion at the Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, with ‘Where Dreams take Shape’ as the tagline. The Singapore Pavilion or ‘The Dream Sphere’ aims to inspire and invite visitors to explore the infinite possibilities of dreams and to shape the future with the city-state.
KR+D, Kingsmen’s creative arm will work on the experiential design, while DP Architects will spearhead the architectural design. The collaboration brings to life the vision of ‘The Dream Sphere’, which will comprise interactive multimedia and art installations featuring Singapore artists to showcase the collective spirit of Singaporeans – characterised by tenacity, innovation, and imagination – transforming aspirations into reality.
Anthony Chong, Group Managing Director for Exhibitions at Kingsmen Exhibits, expressed excitement for the endeavour, stating, "We are thrilled to play a part in representing Singapore’s rich culture and achievements on the global stage. Collaborating with local talents, we aim to create a Pavilion that not only showcases Singapore’s uniqueness but also celebrates the creative prowess of our homegrown talents. We are committed to delivering an unforgettable experience for visitors to the Singapore Pavilion."
Madeline Lee, Director of Exhibitions and Events for Kingsmen Exhibits, said, "Construction for the Singapore Pavilion is progressing well in Japan, with completion on schedule for year-end. Our Kingsmen team in Japan is working well with our local partners."
We're thrilled to announce a new collaboration with Nanyang Polytechnic's School of Design & Media (SDM)!
This exciting partnership will focus on creating innovative educational experiences for the next generation of creative minds.
• Co-creating industry-ready programs: We'll work together to develop cutting-edge curriculum modules for SDM's students, ensuring they graduate with the skills and knowledge to thrive in the creative industry.
• Real-world experience: Students will gain invaluable hands-on experience through internships and project collaborations with Kingsmen Creatives.
• Industry insights for educators: SDM staff will have opportunities for industry attachments, allowing them to stay current on best practices.
Stay tuned as we embark on this exciting journey together, shaping the future of design and media one step at a time!
Kingsmen Exhibits, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Circular Unite, and Alibaba Cloud, the digital technology and intelligence backbone of Alibaba Group. The shared goal of the MOU is to advance environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices within the Singapore Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibition (MICE) industry.
Senior Minister of State, Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment, Dr Amy Khor witnessed the signing ceremony, which was held at the Kingsmen Headquarters in Singapore. The MOU was signed by Anthony Chong, Group Managing Director of Kingsmen Exhibits, Raymond Ma, Vice President of International Business, General Manager of South APAC, Alibaba Cloud Intelligence, and Emmanuel Tay, CEO and Co-founder of Circular Unite.
Under the terms of the MOU, the three parties will explore potential business collaborations focusing on sustainability initiatives within the MICE industry, aligning with Singapore's Green Plan and the Singapore MICE Sustainability Roadmap. Kingsmen Exhibits will leverage Circular Unite's N.A.T.A.L.I.E platform for carbon emission assessment to reduce waste. Additionally, Kingsmen will encourage exhibitors and organisers to decarbonise through Alibaba Çloud’s AI-powered carbon management tool Energy Expert.
Anthony Chong, Group Managing Director for Exhibitions at Kingsmen Exhibits, expressed excitement about the collaboration, stating, "This partnership marks a pivotal moment in our commitment to sustainability. We believe that, through the integration of Circular Unite's expertise and Alibaba Cloud's technical capabilities, we can create a positive impact on the environmental landscape of the MICE industry."
Emmanual Tay, CEO and Co-founder of Circular Unite, said, " The world is not short of brilliant ideas. What we lack are people who are willing to turn these ideas into reality. Today, the MOU brings together such individuals who are passionate about reshaping industry practices for positive impact. Circular Unite is honoured to contribute our sustainability solutions to this collaborative effort."
“Alibaba Cloud is committed to leveraging technology for a greener future. This collaboration showcases the transformative power of innovative solutions. By integrating Circular Unite's expertise and Alibaba Cloud's technology, we aim to revolutionize environmental practices within the MICE sector.” said Raymond Ma, Vice President of International Business, General Manager of South APAC Region, Alibaba Cloud Intelligence.
