How BT has built a legacy of partnerships recognising success in Singapore’s business scene
As The Business Times marks 50 years, its six flagship awards reflect the evolution of the Republic’s economy
The Business Times (BT) has built a legacy of partnerships in Singapore’s business scene, reflecting the country's economic evolution since its independence in 1965. The paper's six flagship awards, launched between 1985 and 2023, have grown in number and purpose to recognize excellence in various aspects of business leadership, from individual leadership to sustainability and artificial intelligence.
At the heart of these awards are partnerships with institutions that share BT's commitment to recognition as a driver of higher standards. DHL Express Singapore has partnered with BT since 1985 to present the Singapore Business Awards, which now includes five categories honoring businesses and leaders. During the Covid-19 pandemic, both organizations adapted to present the awards in a hybrid format, showcasing their resilience.
The Enterprise 50 (E50) Awards, established in 1995 and sponsored by KPMG since 2006, recognize the most enterprising privately held Singaporean companies contributing to the Republic's economic growth. KPMG and BT's shared belief in the critical role of local enterprises has sustained this partnership over four decades. Similarly, OCBC has sponsored E50 since 2005, recognizing the importance of strong local enterprises to Singapore's economic success.
These partnerships have helped define what excellence in business looks like in Singapore, celebrating thousands of companies and leaders throughout the years. By recognizing and honoring achievements, these awards have played a significant role in shaping the story of modern Singapore business.
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