As part of the SkillsFuture Queen Bee initiative, LDC General Construction partnered with DBS Bank to receive guidance on skills development and mentorship in sustainability. Photo: LDCAmid growing pressures on the construction sector to reduce its environmental impact, LDC General Construction saw an opportunity to transform its practices – and its future.
Mr Ng shared: “With external support, subsidised training and incremental implementation, we were able to close the skills gaps and integrate ESG practices into our operations.”by the Singapore Business Federation found that nine in 10 employers value staff training, and seven in 10 have invested in upskilling over the past year. But for many SMEs, upskilling remains a challenge.
To address these challenges, SkillsFuture offers targeted solutions. Businesses seeking guidance on skills development can turn to SkillsFuture Queen Bees for advisory services. Since 2020, SSG has partnered 36 Queen Bees to deliver curated capability development programmes, supporting more than 3,500 enterprises.
Initiatives like DBS’ ESG Ready Programme play a crucial role in bridging this gap, offering comprehensive support to help SMEs build capacity and capability in sustainability. This, in turn, strengthens the entire ecosystem by building a robust network of responsible businesses that can thrive together.
A recent survey of 796 companies by the Singapore Business Federation found that nine in 10 employers value staff training. Photo: DBS
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