Annual Report 2025
2025 was a year where the strength of our community was evident in every conversation,
gathering, and partnership. Across the Chamber, there was a shared sense of purpose to come together, exchange perspectives, and move forward with confidence in a changing world.
This spirit was reflected in the Singaporean-German Chamber (SGC) Dialogues, where we welcomed Ms Grace Fu, Minister for Sustainability and the Environment of Singapore; Mr Lars Klingbeil, Vice-Chancellor of Germany and Federal Minister of Finance; and Mr Michael Kretschmer, Minister President of Free State of Saxony. Their insights enriched discussions and strengthened engagement across our membership.
Guided by 2025’s theme “Driving Innovations, Empowering Partnerships,” the Chamber focused on turning dialogue into momentum. Our German Week Singapore, particularly “AI in Action: From Idea to Impact,” brought together forward-looking minds to explore how innovation can deliver tangible value.
Delegation trips and conferences across water management, textiles and fashion, hydrogen, energy efficiency, games, and biotech created valuable opportunities for meaningful exchange. Eight German companies specialising in water and wastewater technologies visited the Sustainable Singapore Gallery at Marina Barrage, hosted by
SGC in partnership with the Singapore Water Association (SWA) and the Public Utilities Board (PUB).
In the fashion and textiles sector, eight innovative German brands engaged in an exclusive session with Vogue Singapore, exploring the region’s creative and commercial landscape.
Ten German companies specialising in computer and video games visited Ubisoft Singapore, while two hydrogen-focused business missions strengthened collaboration between German and Singaporean clean energy enterprises.
Across all these engagements, understanding deepened and collaboration was fostered. In parallel, the Chamber continued to provide members with clarity and direction through the Location Factors Report, Business Sentiment Surveys, the weekly SGC Newsletter and the AHK Aktuell Newsletter. In an environment shaped by global uncertainty, these
insights supported informed decision-making and long-term planning.
Equally defining were the connections forged across the Chamber’s activities. Meet the CEO sessions featured Mr Jordi Boto, CEO of Elbe Flugzeugwerke (EFW), while SGC Dialogues brought together leaders such as Dr Norbert Riedel, German Consul General to Shanghai; Ms Judith Wiese, Chief People and Sustainability Officer, Siemens; and Mr Ishan
Palit, Acting CEO, TÜV SÜD. Members also engaged through committee meetings and social events, including the Europe Business Ball and Asparagus Dinner. These gatherings strengthened relationships and opened doors to new opportunities, reminding us that the Chamber is not only a platform for business, but a community built on shared experiences.
As we look ahead, the global landscape continues to present significant shifts in trade, technology and international relations. These dynamics require us to be more adaptable and strategic than ever before.
It is this reason that we have adopted the theme “Navigating Global Shifts, Advancing Growth” for 2026. It speaks to resilience, adaptability, and the importance of standing together through change. The Chamber remains committed to supporting members, advancing partnerships, and helping transform uncertainty into opportunity.
Sincere appreciation is extended to all our members, especially from the SGC Board, Advisory Council, Committees and our 2025 Corporate Gold:
Avodaq, CapitaLand Investment, Deutsche Bank AG, Deutsche Telekom AG, Evonik (SEA) Pte Ltd, Landesbank Baden-Württemberg (LBBW), Luther LLP, Mercedes-Benz Singapore Pte Ltd, Metawolf AG, SAP Asia Pte Ltd, ServiceNow, SICK AG, Siemens, TeamViewer Singapore Pte Ltd, and TÜV SÜD AG.
We would also like to express our gratitude to our valued partners: the German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DIHK), the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE), the German Embassy in Singapore, the Singapore Embassy in Germany, the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB), and Enterprise Singapore (ESG) and
last but not least, our dedicated SGC staff.
Your trust, commitment, and collaboration continue
Dr Tim Philippi, Executive Director, SGC
