2025-06-12 Witnessing trains passing through buildings at Liziba Station, watching trains traverse bridges to pierce through clouds and mist, riding the "train heading into spring" amidst a sea of blossoms in the mountains... In recent years, Chongqing's rail transit has frequently surged in popularity, becoming a world-renowned symbol of the mountainous city.Now, this symbol is set to shine even brighter. On the afternoon of June 6th, an MOU signing ceremony was successfully held at the Chongqing Municipal Commission of Housing and Urban-Rural Development, marking the official launch of a three-party collaboration between Chongqing Rail Transit Operation Co., Ltd. (hereafter referred to as Chongqing Rail Transit Operation), Singapore MSI Global Pte. Ltd., and Yantron Technology.The three parties will jointly promote straddle-type monorail technology and the development of its entire industrial chain, further deepening cooperation between Chongqing and Singapore in the field of urban rail transit. This not only brings new opportunities for all parties, but also lays a solid foundation for creating a new model of strategic cooperation in infrastructure connectivity under the Belt and Road Initiative.   According to Le Mei, Chairman of Chongqing Rail Transit Operation, Chongqing's straddle-type monorail is a model of integrated transportation and cultural tourism. "Starting from 70% localization in manufacturing and production for Chongqing Rail Transit Line 2, to now achieving 100% localization, Chongqing's straddle-type monorail has meticulously built an industrial chain ecosystem with a complete 'production, education, research, construction, manufacturing, and application' structure and collaborative development," said Le Mei. She stated that Chongqing's monorail industry is driven by technological innovation, continuously enhancing its core competitiveness. In recent years, Chongqing's monorail industrial chain enterprises have actively "gone global", most notably engaging in extensive exchanges and mutual visits with ASEAN countries such as Malaysia, Vietnam, Thailand, and Singapore. This has fostered technical exchanges and the sharing of experiences in urban rail transit, while also laying a solid foundation for future cooperation. "We are very optimistic about this cooperation. We hope that through this collaboration, the rail transit brands of both Chongqing and Singapore can develop better and gain worldwide acclaim," said Cai Chongqing, President of Singapore MSI Global Pte. Ltd. and Senior Consultant of the Land Transport Authority of Singapore. He stated that the three parties will leverage their respective strengths and join forces through flexible and diverse cooperation methods. They will deepen collaboration in multiple fields — including rail transit, infrastructure, urban renewal, and intelligent management — with the aim of building a sustainable and comprehensive strategic partnership, and ultimately achieving mutual benefit, win-win outcomes, and shared development. "This in-depth collaboration is a cross-border endeavor which integrates technology and sustainability," said Yang Jin, CEO of Yantron Technology and Chairman of T.Y. Lin International (China). Yang Jin emphasized that the combination of MSI's global resources and international advantages, Chongqing Rail Transit Operation's leading industrial chain and operational experience, and Yantron Technology's "globalized & innovation-oriented" consulting services can achieve a synergistic effect greater than the sum of its parts (1+1+1>3). The trio will not only share cutting-edge international technological resources and experience to create landmark projects, but also explore the application of low-carbon materials and energy recycling models to support the achievement of "dual carbon" goals in rail transit. Furthermore, they will strengthen cooperation in key areas such as intelligent operation and maintenance to promote the wider application of straddle-type monorails. Since the official opening of Chongqing's first straddle-type monorail line in 2005, it has developed into the world's largest monorail system in terms of construction, operational mileage, as well as passenger volume. Zou Jiaju, Director of the Rail Transit Construction Division of the Chongqing Municipal Commission of Housing and Urban-Rural Development, stated that after years of construction and development, Chongqing's rail transit has formed a local industrial system represented by the straddle-type monorail. This signing marks a significant step for Chongqing in gradually opening channels and pathways to export its rail transit industry to the world, leveraging the China-Singapore (Chongqing) Demonstration Initiative on Strategic Connectivity (CCI). "We will strengthen government-enterprise collaboration and industrial cooperation, support enterprises in leveraging their advantages, and vigorously implement the 'Six Major Initiatives for Urban Construction', so as to increase the modal share of rail transit and empower the modern governance of megacities," said Zou Jiaju. Leaders and guests from the Chongqing Municipal Commission of Housing and Urban-Rural Development, Chongqing City Transportation Development & Investment Group, and T.Y. Lin International (China), among others, attended the signing ceremony.

2025-05-16 On May 16, the China-Singapore Engineering Consulting Innovation and Development Forum was successfully held at the Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Centre in Singapore as a key event of the 2025 International Industrial Cooperation Conference. The forum was co-hosted by the China Chamber of Commerce for Import and Export of Machinery and Electronic Products (CCCME) and the Singapore Chinese Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCCI), with Yantron (Singapore) Pte. Ltd. as a co-organizer. During the event, the “Yantron” brand was officially launched. Zheng Chao, Executive Vice President & Chairman of Expert Committee of CCCME, in his opening remarks, emphasized the broad and rich scope of innovation in the design and consulting sector. He noted that in order to overcome the diminishing advantages and declining dividends of traditional business models, innovation must be prioritized. Engineering design consulting should serve as a key driver, enabling infrastructure and industrial upgrades in related countries and regions, while supporting green transformation and digital development. He highlighted the need for early-stage engagement and design-led approaches to extend the value chain forward and backward, thus fostering a mutually beneficial and sustainable international cooperation ecosystem. Roland Ng San Tiong, Immediate Past President of SCCCI, congratulated the launch of the “Yantron” brand and the successful convening of the forum. He noted that 2025 marks the 10th anniversary of the China-Singapore (Chongqing) Connectivity Initiative, which has yielded fruitful results across multiple sectors. Though geographically distant, Singapore and Chongqing are both renowned for engineering excellence. With technology and digital intelligence as the bridge, the forum aims to strengthen China-Singapore cooperation in engineering consulting and inject new momentum into sustainable development in both regions. He expressed hope that the principle of “technology-driven leading” would be translated into pragmatic cooperation, and that the benefits of digital empowerment would be extended across more sectors. Tang Xiaoping, Director General of Housing & Urban-Rural Construction Commission of  Chongqing Municipality, remarked that engineering consulting serves as an “intelligent link” between planning and implementation. Its internationalization, modernization, professionalism, and digitalization directly determine the quality and efficiency of urban development. He expressed the hope that the forum would deeply integrate Singapore’s advanced technologies and design concepts with Chongqing’s development needs, especially in areas such as quality housing, sustainable urban renewal, smart construction, and engineering management systems. He also encouraged enterprises to invest and grow in Chongqing and seize new opportunities arising from its high-quality urban development, especially in the context of expanding into the RCEP regional market. Yang Jin, CEO of Yantron Group, introduced the “Yantron”, a new group brand developed by T.Y. Lin International (China). Yantron (Singapore) will serve as the group's new platform for business development in Singapore and global markets. Going forward, “Yantron” aims to deeply integrate into the Singaporean and Southeast Asian markets, co-building an open and win-win ecosystem with its partners. The company will adhere to a twin-engine strategy of “Technology + Design&Consulting,” combining cutting-edge technology with industry insights to offer comprehensive, whole-lifecycle solutions-from strategic planning to technical implementation. Yue Qingrui, Academician of Chinese Academy of Engineering and Chief Scientist of NIUSD, in a keynote presentation, emphasized that modern urban development faces new safety challenges. He called for significantly enhanced urban safety governance capabilities, proposing a systematic approach rooted in the triad of risk sources, vulnerability, and disaster mitigation capacity. He also advocated for building a resilient urban safety framework equipped with the “intelligent eyes, brain, and hands” to effectively manage risks. Wong Heang Fine, Board Director of GISI Consulting Group and Advisor to President of Kazakhstan, shared two major industry trends: the rise of digital intelligence-an area where “Yantron” holds a competitive advantage and can complement Singapore’s strengths-and the emergence of the low-altitude economy. He noted that these evolving trends are reshaping work practices and market demands, calling for deeper collaboration, integrated service development, and an increased focus on talent cultivation. Dr. Chen Xiaohu, Chief Operating Officer of Yantron, President of T.Y.Lin International (China), and Executive Director of Yantron (Singapore), elaborated on the company’s strategic positioning and future direction. He also shared examples of innovation and best practices from “Yantron” across traditional infrastructure, as well as in the fusion of technology + design consulting and digital intelligence + design consulting. The forum featured a thematic dialogue session, during which industry leaders explored the topic: “How Engineering Consulting Can Support Transformation in the Construction Industry in the Age of AI.” Panelists included Zhu Boshan, Chairman and General Manager of TACTER; Tan Zhiyong, President of China Enterprises Association (Singapore); Zheng Shijie, Managing Director of Yantron (Singapore); Zha Jinrong, Chairman and Chief Architect of Tus-Design Group Co., Ltd. and Liu Zhefeng, Vice president and Chief International Business Advisor of East China Electric Power Design Institute Co., Ltd. of China Power Engineering Consulting Group. Distinguished guests in attendance included Man-Chung Tang, Foreign Member of the Chinese Academy of Engineering, Member of the US National Academy of Engineering, and Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh; Kang Yiming, Economic and Commercial Counselor of the Chinese Embassy in Singapore; Zheng Bowen, Deputy Director of Chongqing Liangjiang New Area Administrative Committee; and representatives from leading engineering consulting firms, technology enterprises, and financial institutions in China and Singapore. As part of the celebrations marking the 35th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Singapore, and under the guidance of the Ministry of Commerce of China and with special support from the Ministry of Trade and Industry of Singapore, the 2025 International Industrial Cooperation Conference was grandly opened on May 15 at the Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Centre. Co-hosted by CCCME and SCCCI, the conference aims to integrate premium resources from global and domestic industrial and supply chains, while continuously building multilateral platforms for economic and trade exchanges among civil societies.

2025-05-16 On 15 May, Yantron (Singapore) Pte. Ltd. held its official unveiling ceremony in Singapore. The event was jointly witnessed by the Yantron management team and the staff of Yantron (Singapore) Pte. Ltd.