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Getting What You Paid For At CNG Refuelling Stations |
 Private and commercial cars, buses, taxis and vans running on Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) are slowly becoming more popular in Singapore. So how do motorists ensure that they are getting what they paid for when they pump CNG for their green vehicles?
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Revving Up for REACH |
 REACH imposes legal obligations on businesses in Europe to respond to concerns about chemical risks and whether these will be passed down to their suppliers, customers and customer’s customers. However the implications are cascading down to global supply chins as more sectors now realise that they too will be affected by REACH. For Non EU companies, who are part of the EU supply chain need to understand better the risks of the chemicals they make, use, import, buy, sell, process or re-package, as they too may be affected by REACH.
Find out how Pride Chem Industries Pte Ltd , a chemical manufacturer is gearing up for REACH
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The ABCs of REACH |
 The European Union (EU) has enacted its regulation for the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals or REACH. The regulation has a significant impact on businesses that export or are part of the supply chain that export to the EU. The sectors affected are therefore wide and far-reaching. As exporters to the EU, it is critical for companies to understand REACH and its key processes in order to stay competitive. Singapore manufacturers, who purchase chemicals or chemical-based products from the EU, should ensure that their suppliers intend to pre-register or risk having their supplies cut off.
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Eight Safety Tips That Could Save Your Life |
 Shopping is probably a favourite pastime among many Singaporeans. But are you a smart shopper when it comes to electronic appliances?
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Why Chemical Standards are so Critical |
 As Singapore develops into a world-class chemical hub, the Chemical Standards Committee is also exploring new emerging areas that would spearhead the development and implementation of standards in the areas of nanotechnology, water technology and waste management.
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CP 60: First to Make Waves Abroad |
 CP 60 Code of practice for bunkering by bunker tankers – has not only been making waves in Singapore as the first Singapore Standard for our bunker industry but it has also gained international recognition to be used as a basis for a ISO Standard. Read on to find out the many ‘firsts’ CP 60 has achieved.
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Accreditation Scheme for Certification of Good Distribution Practice for Medical Devices Launched in Singapore |
SAC has launched a new accreditation scheme for the certification of Good Distribution Practice for Medical Devices (GDPMDS). This new scheme supports Health Sciences Authority (HSA) in implementing its Health Products Act 2007. Read more about the scheme in here.
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Accredited Cargo Inspection Bodies – Providing Peace of Mind |
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introduced a new accreditation scheme for Cargo Inspection end last year. This scheme ensures that reliable cargo data accompanies the movement of goods from one destination to another through the use of accredited inspection bodies by SAC. More about the Cargo Inspection scheme is found here.
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Last updated on 15 August 2008