High-flier

Article Abstract:

Singapore Airlines was the top ranking company in Singapore in 1996 for the fourth consecutive year. However, it experienced falling profits, and would have gone into deficit if it had not sold five aircraft. It is still highly regarded by most analysts, being respected for its cautious, steady growth and its very large cash reserves. It is particularly popular with passengers, as it offers levels of customer service which are very unusual among airlines. Other leading corporations in Singapore are discussed.

Evaluation, Airlines

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Battle on the high seas: Malaysia is spending heavily to attract shipping companies to Port Klang - just one of the areas in which it's trying to draw business away from Singapore

Article Abstract:

Malaysia is developing and promoting its Port Klang as an alternative to Singapore for the shipping industry. Port Klang is on major shipping routes and has been modernized, but the business that it does is one-tenth the business of Singapore's port. The private companies that operate the port are working to improve the infrastructure, particularly the ground transport system. The Malaysian government is promoting the port in the region and imposing levies on Malaysian companies that use other ports.

Marine cargo handling, Ports, Malaysia, Shipping industry, Singapore foreign relations, Malaysian foreign relations

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A nice girl like you; Singapore Airlines invests heavily in its biggest asset

Article Abstract:

Singapore Airlines works hard to cultivate the stewardesses who uphold its Singapore Girl advertising image, but expansion plans may strain training facilities. The airline invests more than S$3000 annually per employee in training and has a S$80 million facility at which new trainees endure a rigorous four-month training program. While many of the hiring standards would not pass muster in the West, emphasizing attractiveness and a warm personality, fully 42% of cabin-crew members are male.

Human resource management, Training, Flight attendants

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