The Advanced Engineering and Manufacturing Industry Group (AEM IG) brings together companies in precision engineering, machinery, metalworking, and advanced manufacturing to collaborate on shared challenges and opportunities.
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The Building Products & Construction Materials Industry Group (BPCM IG) connects companies in the building, construction, and construction materials sectors. It serves as a bridge between members and government agencies on policies and legislation affecting the industry.
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One of SMF’s largest industry groups, the Electrical, Electronics and Allied Industries Industry Group (EEAI IG) represents companies across the electrical, electronics, and related sectors. The group maintains two specialist interest groups to address specific member needs: Digital Commerce (DCom) and Testing, Inspection and Certification (TIC).
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The Energy & Chemicals Industry Group (E&C IG) represents Singapore-based companies involved in or supporting the oil, gas, and chemicals manufacturing sectors. Originally formed in 2006 as the Oil & Gas and Related Industries group, it was rebranded to reflect the broader energy and chemicals landscape.
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The Food & Beverage Industry Group (FB IG) was one of the earliest Industry Groups formed during the early days of the Singapore Manufacturers’ Association (SMA). For many decades, the FB IG acts as the representative voice of the Food & Beverages manufacturing and services industries on issues where collective representation is effective and desirable.
The FB IG has always served its role as the representative body for SMF’s members with regard to the critical issues faced by the FB industries. Feedback and research are presented to relevant government authorities and other associations for documentation and resolution.
The FB IG is also active in promoting the Singapore F&B manufacturing and services industries, both at home and aboard, through trade missions and fairs, and through organising networking meetings.
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Life Sciences Industry Group (LSIG) represents the pharmaceutical manufacturers and distributors. It comprises two sub-groups, Singapore Pharmaceutical Manufacturers’ Council (SPMC) and Singapore Pharmaceutical Trade Organisation (SPTO). The group was established to maintain and enhance the reputation and credibility of the pharmaceutical industry in Singapore. Members from SPTO and SPMC meet regularly with the Health Sciences Authority (HSA) to discuss the latest regulatory landscape in the region as well as challenges faced by local industry.
In early 2020, both Singapore Pharmaceutical Manufacturer’s Council (SPMC) and Singapore Pharmaceutical Trade Organisation (SPTO) has been merged into Life Sciences Industry Group (LSIG).
In addition to many local generic pharmaceutical manufacturers and traders, 8 of the world’s 10 biggest pharmaceutical firms also have their manufacturing base in Singapore. Singapore’s pharmaceutical industry employs more than 24,000 people.
In 2019 the pharma industry accounted for 20% of the manufacturing sector which in turn represents about a fifth of Singapore’s gross domestic product. The manufacturers range from API’s to formulations and finished dosage forms, of simple generics to complex biologics and biosimilars.
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The Lifestyle Industry Group (LIG) is the unified voice of Singapore’s diverse lifestyle sector — connecting businesses that shape how people live, work, and express themselves.
Founded in 1988 through the merger of the Fashion & Apparel, Jewellery & Watches, and Furniture industry groups, LIG has grown into a thriving multi-industry community dedicated to empowering members and shaping the future of lifestyle businesses.
When members grow together, the whole industry thrives.
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Since 1998, the Medical Technology Industry Group (MTIG) has brought together both international and local member companies within the Singapore Medical Technology Industry. This equitable representation of large enterprises and small businesses forms a balanced membership profile that serves as a strong foundation for the organization.
The MedTech Industry Group (MTIG) is committed to advocating for the diverse needs of our member companies. Our mission is to provide a unified voice for the MedTech industry, ensuring our collective interests are represented effectively to government bodies and key stakeholders.
As we navigate today’s vibrant and evolving healthcare ecosystem, the MTIG Main Committee continues to drive crucial dialogues and collaborations with government agencies and the ecosystem to help members meet industry challenges and fulfill our shared purpose of serving patients.
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The Packaging Council of Singapore (PCS) was formed in 1975 and became a National Industry Group under SMF in 1986. Today we represent packaging manufacturers, converters, and users shaping how Singapore packages its goods for the region and the world.
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The Smart Automation Industry Group acts as the vanguard of Singapore’s manufacturing evolution.
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