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A*Star, Siemens launch manufacturing R&D collaboration in Asean
[Singapore] The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*Star) and German industrial manufacturer Siemens signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on Friday (Jul 4) to jointly develop smart and sustainable manufacturing solutions for companies in Singapore and the broader Asean region.
The collaboration seeks to address key industrial challenges by enabling faster access to advanced artificial intelligence (AI) and automation expertise, while promoting manufacturing processes that align with international sustainability standards.
A key component of the partnership is the Smart and Sustainable Advanced Manufacturing (SSAM) Catalyst, an innovation sandbox hosted at A*Star's Advanced Remanufacturing and Technology Centre (ARTC).
Siemens is the first technology partner to join the SSAM Catalyst, contributing a portfolio of automation, electrification, industrial software and AI solutions.
These capabilities span the entire product lifecycle – from design and engineering to manufacturing and operations – offering manufacturers a platform to test and refine technologies in sectors such as aerospace, fast-moving consumer goods, biomedical and semiconductor equipment manufacturing.
The ARTC seeks to establish an innovation ecosystem involving technology providers, solution integrators, and end-users to jointly develop solutions for practical application. Leveraging its capabilities in manufacturing processes, smart manufacturing, sustainability analytics, precision imaging and autonomous systems, it provides support to companies looking to adapt their operations amid changing industry conditions.
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Paving the way for more sustainable manufacturing
Beyond the SSAM Catalyst, A*Star's Institute of Sustainability for Chemicals, Energy and Environment and Siemens are collaborating on research projects targeting decarbonisation in the chemicals and energy sectors.
The collaboration also involves exploring the use of Siemens' Digital Twin technology, which allows chemical engineers to simulate and optimise chemical processes and design production facilities.
This technology aims to support better integration of engineering and operations in manufacturing plants, potentially helping companies manage plant design complexity and shorten construction schedules.
'Together with Siemens, we are developing solutions that will accelerate digital transformation and support decarbonisation efforts across the region. This multi-faceted collaboration looks to strengthen Singapore's position as a regional hub for smart and sustainable manufacturing in Asean,' said Professor Lim Keng Hui, assistant chief executive of A*Star's science and engineering research council.
