Uniting to build a safer and smarter Singapore

Be part of a transformative gathering where thought leaders and geospatial professionals come together to share their stories and insights. Discover how a holistic approach to location intelligence can unite communities, enhance safety, and drive smarter solutions for a better Singapore.     

Confirm your attendance

Agenda*

*The agenda is tentative and subject to change

  • 8:30am | Registration and networking

    Connect with industry experts and GIS professionals as you explore our technology showcase. 

    Upon confirming your attendance, a QR code will be emailed to you. Please present this QR code at the registration desk to get your name badge.

  • 10:10am | GIS - Uniting to build a safer and smarter Singapore

    Speaker: Joe Lee, Esri Singapore's CEO

    The GeoInnovation Singapore 2025 kicks off by exploring the key role of GIS in shaping the nation. Embark on a transformative journey to see how our technology is continuously building a safer, more resilient and connected Singapore.

  • 10:25am | An insight into Boustead Geospatial Group

    Get an overview of Boustead's role in advancing the geospatial industry.

  • 10:35am | Keynote from Deputy Commissioner (Operations and Resilience), Singapore Civil Defence Force

    Speaker: DC Ling Young Ern

    As Singapore marks 60 years of growth, its leadership in geospatial innovation is critical to strengthening national security and resilience.

    The evolution of emergency services, tech adoption, and national safety initiatives plays a pivotal role in shaping Singapore’s future.

    Discover how geospatial technologies are tackling the unique challenges of an island-nation while advancing societal progress and reinforcing Singapore’s position as a safer, more connected nation.

  • 10:55am | Award presentation to Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF)
  • 11:00am | SCDF: Shaping smarter emergency response

    Speakers: Dion Ng Wei Jie and Jiang Wan Qi

    As Singapore's urban landscape becomes more complex, the demand for faster, more effective emergency response grows. 

    Hear from the SCDF on how they are using the latest GIS technology to enhance responder safety, empower stakeholders, and improve situational awareness. 

    Gain insight into SCDF's innovative approach, leveraging dynamic terrain mapping, real-time GeoAnalytics and focus on geospatial databases to reshape emergency management, facilitating better collaboration with stakeholders and effective sense-making in operations for a safer and more resilient Singapore.

  • 11:20am | Award presentation to Jurong Town Corporation (JTC)
  • 11:25am | JMAP: Empowering JTC’s future operations

    Speaker: Lim Soon Chia

    Facing challenges in managing complex customer interactions and diverse internal systems, JTC recognised the need for a more integrated, data-driven solution to optimise its operations.

    To streamline processes and improve service delivery, cluster officers—who manage a wide range of customer needs—required a platform that could enhance decision-making and efficiency.

    The introduction of JMAP, a geospatial-powered platform, addresses this by centralising diverse data sources into one user-friendly system, enabling better customer insights, proactive estate management, and faster decision-making.

    Discover how this innovative approach is transforming customer service, boosting operational efficiency, and fostering collaboration within JTC.

  • 11:45am | ArcGIS: Enhancing safety management

    Speaker: Abel Saw and Terh Shin Huoy, Esri Singapore

    Discover how ArcGIS enhances safety management, from preparedness to recovery.

    This session features live demonstrations of real-time incident tracking and mobile tools for seamless operations. Learn how GIS technology helps you respond faster, allocate resources efficiently, and plan for future incidents.

    Don’t miss this opportunity to transform your safety strategies.

  • 12:15pm | Lunch and Networking
  • 1:50pm | National University of Singapore (NUS) sharing session

    Speaker: Geraldine Yan

    Hear how NUS is shaping the future of GIS through education, research, industry collaboration, and real-world applications at this sharing session, preparing students for careers in this evolving field.

  • 2:00pm | Unlock the power of ArcGIS through accessible and intuitive apps and automation

    Speaker: Lau Kai Ying and Lee Kum Cheong, Esri Singapore

    Discover how ArcGIS can transform the way your organisation accesses, visualises, and automates data.

    This session showcases innovative tools such as ArcGIS for Microsoft 365, AI Assistants, and ArcGIS Notebooks—designed to make data more intuitive, accessible, and actionable for every role across your organisation.

    Learn how to simplify complex workflows, unlock automated insights, and drive efficiency while empowering your teams to make smarter, data-driven decisions.

  • 2:30pm | Award presentation to Housing & Development Board (HDB)
  • 2:35pm | HDB: Streamlining as-built data with digitisation, automation and enabling cross-agency collaboration

    Speakers: Stacey Liang and Elizabeth How, Housing & Development Board, Singapore

    In recent years, growing demand for public housing has compelled the HDB to ramp up the supply of flats and accelerate construction. Throughout the lifecycle of these developments—from planning to construction and operations—various types of geospatial information are crucial. This growth in volume has intensified the need to enhance data digitization workflows, ensuring efficient data management across all stages of development.

    The project's objective is to digitise post-construction, as-built stage data, replacing pre-construction, design-stage data as the most up-to-date version of geospatial building information. These datasets are important for various data analyses, services, and operations within the HDB, and they are also shared with the Whole-of-Government for other agencies to use.

    Conventionally, data quality verification would be done through visual checks. The new workflow uses ArcPy to automate checks on attribute errors and geometry differences, eliminating human errors in repetitive and onerous checks while allowing automatic generation of data quality reports.

  • 2:55pm | Award presentation to Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA)
  • 3:05pm | MPA: Using digital twin to shape the future of maritime safety

    Speakers: William Wong and Lawrence Chew, Maritime & Port Authority of Singapore

    As Singapore advances maritime decarbonisation, managing risks from alternative fuels like methanol and ammonia is crucial to prevent catastrophic incidents in the busy port waters.

    MPA’s proof-of-concept maritime digital twin, powered by ArcGIS, integrates hydrographic, AIS, and real-time weather data into a dynamic 3D environment. 

    This geospatial platform enhances situational awareness, simulates fuel dispersions, and optimises emergency response — setting a new standard for maritime safety and resilience. 

    Discover how MPA partners with our Institutes of Higher Learning and leverages GIS and digital twin technology to shape the future of maritime operations.

  • 3:25pm | What’s new with ArcGIS: Discover the latest in Geospatial innovation

    Speaker: Sharon Gin, Esri Singapore

    ArcGIS is evolving with powerful new features that simplify working with geographic data and provide deeper insights.

    From smarter decision-making to seamless cloud collaboration, ArcGIS is redefining how you connect, analyse, and share spatial information. 

    Explore the latest advancements in mapping, analysis, and visualisation, and let your geospatial data drive smarter, more impactful decisions. Transform the way you work with geographic data and stay ahead of the curve.

  • 3:40pm | Closing Remarks

    Speaker: Leslie Wong, Managing Director, Esri South Asia

  • 4:00pm | Networking session & Technology showcase

    Visit our technology booth to connect with experts and explore the latest innovations.

    Book a personalised demo, receive a free consultation, and discover opportunities for collaboration to drive growth with our cutting-edge solutions.

  • 5:30pm | Event ends

Meet the speakers

DC
DC Ling Young Ern
Deputy Commissioner (Operations and Resilience)
Singapore Civil Defense Force, Singapore
Young Ern Ling, SCDF's Deputy Commissioner of Operations and Resilience, oversees strategic direction and operational effectiveness for emergency response, disaster management, and ensuring the organisation’s ability to handle crises.
Dion Ng
Dion Ng Wei Jie
Staff Officer Ops Development (Infrastructure) Operations Department
Singapore Civil Defence Force, Singapore
Dion Ng is an SCDF officer enhancing emergency response through operational innovation and advanced terrain mapping.
Jian Wan Qi
Jiang Wan Qi
Project Manager, HTX
HTX, Singapore
Wan Qi is a project manager at HTX, leading the Operations Terrain Mapping 2 Project to enhance emergency response with GIS technology.
Mr Lim
Lim Soon Chia
Chief Digital Officer
Jurong Town Corporation, Singapore
Mr. Lim Soon Chia, leads JTC's digitalisation journey, overseeing infrastructure, cybersecurity, app development, and data analytics.
Geraldine Yan
Geraldine Yan
Head, Enterprise Management
National University of Singapore, Singapore
Strategic leader with extensive experience in business development, stakeholder management, and operational excellence.
Stacey
Stacey Liang
Manager (Geospatial Information Systems)
Housing & Development Board, Singapore
Stacey is a GIS professional specialising in geospatial automation, data integrity, and interagency collaboration in the built environment sector.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth How
Deputy Director, Geospatial Information Systems
Housing & Development Board, Singapore
Elizabeth is a seasoned ICT and GIS professional leading geospatial initiatives, driving adoption, and ensuring data integrity in her organization
William Wong
William Wong
Deputy Director of the Emergency Preparedness (EP) Department
Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore , Singapore
William is responsible for leading the formulation and implementation strategies and policies related to maritime emergencies and business continuity planning during crises and national emergencies.
Lawrence MPA
Lawrence Chew
Engineer Digital Twin
Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore , Singapore
Lawrence supports the development and integration of advanced geospatial data systems, bridging the gap between backend data pipelines and frontend visualisation interfaces.
Sharon
Sharon Gin
Head, Solutions Engineering
Esri Singapore
Developing the geospatial landscape in utilities and the built environment.
Lau Kai Ying
Lau Kai Ying
Solutions Consultant
Esri Singapore
Creating data-driven solutions for the built environment
Abel Saw Sept24
Abel Saw
Solutions Consultant
Esri Singapore
Delivering strategic geospatial solutions for national security
Shin Huoy
Terh Shin Huoy 
Solutions Consultant
Esri Singapore, Singapore
Built environment solution consultant
Kum Cheong Lee
Lee Kum Cheong
Solutions Consultant
Esri Singapore
Leslie Wong
Leslie Wong
Managing Director
Esri South Asia, Singapore
With a career spanning two decades and three countries, Leslie has worked tirelessly to encourage and inspire others to use geographic insight to make a positive difference, establishing a reputation as one of the region’s most respected GIS leaders.
Joe Lee
Joe Lee
Chief Executive Officer
Esri Singapore
Working with data and complex system integrations to inform nation-building applications of GIS.

Subscribe to
Esri Singapore news