SINGAPORE, 3 August 2023 – Resorts World Sentosa (RWS, 圣淘沙名胜世界) was honoured with

the “Sustainability Initiative of the Year” title at the inaugural Singapore MICE Awards (SMA)

announced on 27 July 2023. Organised by the Singapore Association of Convention &amp; Exhibition

Organisers &amp; Suppliers (SACEOS) and supported by the Singapore Exhibition &amp; Convention Bureau

(SECB), the SMA serves to celebrate the achievements and contributions of the MICE industry to

Singapore’s economic growth and tourism receipts.

The “Sustainability Initiative of the Year” award recognised RWS for its outstanding sustainability

practices for MICE which includes carbon and waste reduction at trade shows and conferences.

RWS has set the bar as a top sustainable events destination, most notably by being the first in the

world to achieve the coveted Events Industry Council (EIC)’s Platinum Certification based on its latest

2022 Sustainable Event Standards (Venue). Earlier in August 2021, RWS made a mark as the first&nbsp;

destination in the world to achieve both the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) Destination

Criteria and GSTC Industry Criteria for Hotels.

Some of RWS’ latest key sustainability practices include commissioning works to quadruple its solar

panel sites in 2023, and its holistic waste management system which has reduced the integrated

resort’s operational waste-to-landfill intensity by nearly half, or 49.3% since it became fully

operational through various initiatives and recycling of 10 waste streams. RWS has also recently

inked a partnership with Honeywell Building Technologies to set up Singapore’s first large-scale

cloud-based Building Management System to drive energy reduction and decarbonisation as part of

RWS’ wider goal to achieve carbon neutrality by 2030.

As a tourism leader in Singapore, RWS actively shares and showcases its sustainability practices to

contribute towards a collective industry shift. These include providing industry feedback to SACEOS

in the development of the Singapore MICE Sustainability Roadmap, as well as guidelines for waste

and carbon emissions management for MICE events.

Ms Loh Su Kim, Senior Vice President, Attractions &amp; Sustainability, RWS (罗淑琴, 景点与永续发展高

级副总裁, 圣淘沙名胜世界), said, “We are honoured to receive the Singapore MICE Award for

Sustainability Initiative of the Year and would like to thank SACEOS and the organising committee for

recognising RWS' commitment in driving and catalysing positive change in the MICE industry. We

firmly believe that sustainability is a key driver for long-term success in our industry and hope to

inspire others to create enduring impact and forge a more responsible world.”

Mr Richard Ireland, President, SACEOS, said, “Together with the MICE community, we would like to

congratulate RWS for winning the Sustainability Initiative of the Year award at the inaugural

Singapore MICE Awards. With Sustainability at the forefront of the industry’s priorities in this new

chapter of growth, RWS’ commitment and leadership in driving greener events has inspired the

industry in their respective sustainability journeys. Their well-deserved achievement has set new

benchmarks of excellence and raised the bar for innovation in MICE Sustainability.”

The award-winning integrated resort, equipped with a wide selection of premier conference and

meeting facilities, is set to host more than 500 MICE events in 2023. Notable events include Asia’s 50

Best Restaurants 2023 awards ceremony, BNI Singapore National Conference, and the upcoming

RehabWeek 2023. It will also be the host venue for the Global Sustainable Tourism Council Global

Conference in 2024 as the major international event takes place in Singapore for the first time. By

supporting the gathering of international experts in sustainable tourism, RWS aims to offer

opportunities for Singapore’s MICE stakeholders to expand their knowledge and elevate their

With its unwavering commitment to being a leading sustainable destination, RWS seeks to deliver

rewarding MICE experiences that combine world-class sustainability practices, business and leisure

elements to event organisers and delegates.

<h1>Resorts World Sentosa honoured with “Sustainability Initiative of the Year” at inaugural Singapore MICE Awards</h1>The award recognised Resorts World Sentosa for its outstanding sustainability practices for
MICE which includes carbon and waste reduction at trade shows and conferences.SINGAPORE, 3 August 2023 – Resorts World Sentosa (RWS, 圣淘沙名胜世界) was honoured withthe “Sustainability Initiative of the Year” title at the inaugural Singapore MICE Awards (SMA)announced on 27 July 2023. Organised by the Singapore Association of Convention &amp; ExhibitionOrganisers &amp; Suppliers (SACEOS) and supported by the Singapore Exhibition &amp; Convention Bureau(SECB), the SMA serves to celebrate the achievements and contributions of the MICE industry toSingapore’s economic growth and tourism receipts.The “Sustainability Initiative of the Year” award recognised RWS for its outstanding sustainabilitypractices for MICE which includes carbon and waste reduction at trade shows and conferences.RWS has set the bar as a top sustainable events destination, most notably by being the first in theworld to achieve the coveted Events Industry Council (EIC)’s Platinum Certification based on its latest2022 Sustainable Event Standards (Venue). Earlier in August 2021, RWS made a mark as the first&nbsp;destination in the world to achieve both the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) DestinationCriteria and GSTC Industry Criteria for Hotels.Some of RWS’ latest key sustainability practices include commissioning works to quadruple its solarpanel sites in 2023, and its holistic waste management system which has reduced the integratedresort’s operational waste-to-landfill intensity by nearly half, or 49.3% since it became fullyoperational through various initiatives and recycling of 10 waste streams. RWS has also recentlyinked a partnership with Honeywell Building Technologies to set up Singapore’s first large-scalecloud-based Building Management System to drive energy reduction and decarbonisation as part ofRWS’ wider goal to achieve carbon neutrality by 2030.As a tourism leader in Singapore, RWS actively shares and showcases its sustainability practices tocontribute towards a collective industry shift. These include providing industry feedback to SACEOSin the development of the Singapore MICE Sustainability Roadmap, as well as guidelines for wasteand carbon emissions management for MICE events.Ms Loh Su Kim, Senior Vice President, Attractions &amp; Sustainability, RWS (罗淑琴, 景点与永续发展高级副总裁, 圣淘沙名胜世界), said, “We are honoured to receive the Singapore MICE Award forSustainability Initiative of the Year and would like to thank SACEOS and the organising committee forrecognising RWS' commitment in driving and catalysing positive change in the MICE industry. Wefirmly believe that sustainability is a key driver for long-term success in our industry and hope toinspire others to create enduring impact and forge a more responsible world.”Mr Richard Ireland, President, SACEOS, said, “Together with the MICE community, we would like tocongratulate RWS for winning the Sustainability Initiative of the Year award at the inauguralSingapore MICE Awards. With Sustainability at the forefront of the industry’s priorities in this newchapter of growth, RWS’ commitment and leadership in driving greener events has inspired theindustry in their respective sustainability journeys. Their well-deserved achievement has set newbenchmarks of excellence and raised the bar for innovation in MICE Sustainability.”The award-winning integrated resort, equipped with a wide selection of premier conference andmeeting facilities, is set to host more than 500 MICE events in 2023. Notable events include Asia’s 50Best Restaurants 2023 awards ceremony, BNI Singapore National Conference, and the upcomingRehabWeek 2023. It will also be the host venue for the Global Sustainable Tourism Council GlobalConference in 2024 as the major international event takes place in Singapore for the first time. Bysupporting the gathering of international experts in sustainable tourism, RWS aims to offeropportunities for Singapore’s MICE stakeholders to expand their knowledge and elevate theirsustainability standards.With its unwavering commitment to being a leading sustainable destination, RWS seeks to deliverrewarding MICE experiences that combine world-class sustainability practices, business and leisureelements to event organisers and delegates.Resorts World Sentosa (RWS), Asia’s premium lifestyle destination resort, is located on Singapore’s resort
island of Sentosa. Spanning 49 hectares, RWS is home to world-class attractions including Universal Studios
Singapore, S.E.A. Aquarium, Dolphin Island and Adventure Cove Waterpark. Complementing the adventure
and adrenaline of its theme parks and attractions are six unique luxury hotels, the world-class Resorts World
Convention Centre and a casino. RWS offers award-winning dining experiences and exciting cuisines from
around the world across its many renowned celebrity chef restaurants, establishing itself as a key player in
Singapore’s vibrant and diverse dining scene and a leading gourmet destination in Asia for epicureans. The
integrated resort also offers world-class entertainment, from concerts to public shows. RWS has been named
“Best Integrated Resort” since 2011 for the 10
th consecutive year at the TTG Travel Awards which recognises
the best of Asia-Pacific’s travel industry.
RWS is wholly owned by Genting Singapore, a company of the Genting Group. For more information, please
visit www.rwsentosa.com.Resorts World Sentosa
Chloe Li
Tel: + 65 6577 9759
Email: chloe.myli@rwsentosa.com

Ogilvy (for Resorts World Sentosa)
Ada Tong
Tel: +65 9297 0748
Email: ada.tong@ogilvy.com

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The award recognised Resorts World Sentosa for its outstanding sustainability practices for
MICE which includes carbon and waste reduction at trade shows and conferences.

Resorts World Sentosa honoured with “Sustainability Initiative of the Year” at inaugural Singapore MICE Awards

THE PALAWAN @ SENTOSA BY SHANGRI-LA GROUP

Unveiling its first standalone lifestyle and entertainment precinct, the Shangri-La Group is set to redefine

leisure and entertainment experiences with the opening of The Palawan @ Sentosa on 26 July.

The new 183,000-square-foot destination will feature eight distinct experiences with various new-toSingapore leisure activities for visitors of all ages. These include HyperDrive, an electric go-kart circuit

with gamification features that immerse drivers into the world of real-life racing and virtual gaming

around a three-level racetrack, and UltraGolf, an 18-hole mini golf course designed for everyone to put

Visitors will also be able to indulge in the inviting ambience of two new beach clubs – Splash Tribe, a

family-oriented beach club with a sandcastle-themed wet-play zone and an infinity pool, and +Twelve, a

terraced beach club boasting 12 cabanas with private plunge pools and a main pool with swim-up bar for

indulgent relaxation. Both beach clubs will offer a creative line-up of food and beverage selections.

For more culinary choices, The Palawan Food Trucks provide a unique beach-side dining experience with

10 iconic food trucks serving up comfort food and reimagined classics of different cuisines. In addition to

the precinct’s diverse dining offerings, visitors can look forward to the opening of Blu Kouzina @ Palawan

Beach, which serves Mediterranean seafood cuisine.

TIPSY UNICORN BEACH CLUB BY TIPSY COLLECTIVE

Tipsy Collective, a multi-concept hospitality group that has created familiar concepts like Tipsy Flamingo,

Tipsy Penguin and O/T Bar, is opening Tipsy Unicorn, their largest project to date, on 1 September.

Occupying a 19,000-square-foot space including a 5,000-square-foot outdoor space, Tipsy Unicorn Beach

Club is a 500-seater venue with indoor and outdoor areas, offering private cabanas, daybeds and VIP

lounges. The main pool will feature an elaborately designed stage and will lead to the sunken pool

cabanas and an ocean view main bar area where guests can enjoy an extensive range of beverages. This

unique concept will add to the experiences along Siloso Beach, which is next to Skypark Sentosa,

The only beach club in Sentosa to bring live bands to its shores, Tipsy Unicorn will showcase state-of-theart staging, lighting and sound systems. Suitable for large group parties and grand celebrations, the beach

club provides a convertible event space that can accommodate a wide range of event needs, such as

corporate gatherings, social celebrations, and live performances.

Tipsy Unicorn aims to provide their signature Tipsy experience featuring curated entertainment acts as

well as fitness and fun activities that go beyond just live bands and a beautiful beach setting. Adding an

extra touch of excitement and luxury, the beach club will offer stylish bottle presentations, and a games

area hosted by Tipsy’s Angels, and will have the ability to cater to exclusive engagement activities to

Tipsy Unicorn will also collaborate with sports brand PUMA to launch their very first shop-in-shop

concept on Sentosa, retailing a range of sports, fashion and beach apparels, and merchandise.

Artist impressions of Tipsy Unicorn Beach Club

ELEVATING SENTOSA’S POSITIONING AS A PREMIER ISLAND DESTINATION

Set against a beachfront backdrop spanning 3.2 kilometres of golden sand, the exciting launches of both

entities aim to elevate Sentosa’s positioning as a premier island destination by offering unparalleled

offerings catered to both local and international visitors alike.

"With The Palawan @ Sentosa, we are embarking on an exhilarating journey of redefining leisure and

entertainment. The first lifestyle precinct by the Shangri-La Group showcases our dedication to crafting

unforgettable colourful moments of joy, where guests can immerse themselves in an extraordinary

fusion of innovative leisure activities, inviting beach club experiences, and the timeless allure of Sentosa's

idyllic surroundings. We are proud to be a part of this transformative chapter, bringing new waves of

excitement to the island's vibrant tapestry," said Mr Gavin Weightman, Shangri-La Group’s Head of

Resorts for Southeast Asia &amp; Australasia and General Manager for The Palawan @ Sentosa.

“We are thrilled to bring the vision of Tipsy Unicorn Beach Club, our biggest and most ambitious project

to date, to life on the beautiful shores of Sentosa. With our stunning designs, state-of-the-art technology

and focus on sustainability, we hope to push the boundaries of delivering exceptional leisure and

entertainment to provide guests with incredible and unforgettable experiences,” said Mr Derek Ong, cofounder &amp; Group CEO, Tipsy Collective.

• https://www.tipsycollective.com/tipsyunicorn&nbsp;

<h1>Sentosa redefines beach fun with launch of new lifestyle precinct and state-of-the-art beach club</h1>Shangri-La Group and Tipsy Collective Group to bring The Palawan @ Sentosa lifestyle and
entertainment precinct and Tipsy Unicorn Beach Club respectively to the iconic island destination
SINGAPORE, 26 JULY 2023 – Sentosa will welcome brand new offerings with the launch of The Palawan
@ Sentosa, a lifestyle and entertainment precinct by the Shangri-La Group, and Tipsy Unicorn Beach Club
by the Tipsy Collective Group. The launches will add to the range of high-quality leisure experiences on
the island for local and international visitors alike – elevating Sentosa’s position as a premier island
destination.
"To further strengthen Sentosa as a premier island destination, we are continually reinventing the
experiences and offerings on the island. The introduction of The Palawan @ Sentosa and Tipsy Unicorn
Beach Club, which comes hot after our recent announcements on KidZania ’s return on Sentosa,
represents the transformation that we are undergoing to deliver unique and world-class experiences for
both local and global visitors," said Ms Thien Kwee Eng, Chief Executive Officer, Sentosa Development
Corporation.THE PALAWAN @ SENTOSA BY SHANGRI-LA GROUPUnveiling its first standalone lifestyle and entertainment precinct, the Shangri-La Group is set to redefineleisure and entertainment experiences with the opening of The Palawan @ Sentosa on 26 July.The new 183,000-square-foot destination will feature eight distinct experiences with various new-toSingapore leisure activities for visitors of all ages. These include HyperDrive, an electric go-kart circuitwith gamification features that immerse drivers into the world of real-life racing and virtual gamingaround a three-level racetrack, and UltraGolf, an 18-hole mini golf course designed for everyone to puttheir putting skills to test.Visitors will also be able to indulge in the inviting ambience of two new beach clubs – Splash Tribe, afamily-oriented beach club with a sandcastle-themed wet-play zone and an infinity pool, and +Twelve, aterraced beach club boasting 12 cabanas with private plunge pools and a main pool with swim-up bar forindulgent relaxation. Both beach clubs will offer a creative line-up of food and beverage selections.For more culinary choices, The Palawan Food Trucks provide a unique beach-side dining experience with10 iconic food trucks serving up comfort food and reimagined classics of different cuisines. In addition tothe precinct’s diverse dining offerings, visitors can look forward to the opening of Blu Kouzina @ PalawanBeach, which serves Mediterranean seafood cuisine.TIPSY UNICORN BEACH CLUB BY TIPSY COLLECTIVETipsy Collective, a multi-concept hospitality group that has created familiar concepts like Tipsy Flamingo,Tipsy Penguin and O/T Bar, is opening Tipsy Unicorn, their largest project to date, on 1 September.Occupying a 19,000-square-foot space including a 5,000-square-foot outdoor space, Tipsy Unicorn BeachClub is a 500-seater venue with indoor and outdoor areas, offering private cabanas, daybeds and VIPlounges. The main pool will feature an elaborately designed stage and will lead to the sunken poolcabanas and an ocean view main bar area where guests can enjoy an extensive range of beverages. Thisunique concept will add to the experiences along Siloso Beach, which is next to Skypark Sentosa,Scentopia and Rumours Beach Club.The only beach club in Sentosa to bring live bands to its shores, Tipsy Unicorn will showcase state-of-theart staging, lighting and sound systems. Suitable for large group parties and grand celebrations, the beachclub provides a convertible event space that can accommodate a wide range of event needs, such ascorporate gatherings, social celebrations, and live performances.Tipsy Unicorn aims to provide their signature Tipsy experience featuring curated entertainment acts aswell as fitness and fun activities that go beyond just live bands and a beautiful beach setting. Adding anextra touch of excitement and luxury, the beach club will offer stylish bottle presentations, and a gamesarea hosted by Tipsy’s Angels, and will have the ability to cater to exclusive engagement activities toelevate any celebration.Tipsy Unicorn will also collaborate with sports brand PUMA to launch their very first shop-in-shopconcept on Sentosa, retailing a range of sports, fashion and beach apparels, and merchandise.Artist impressions of Tipsy Unicorn Beach ClubELEVATING SENTOSA’S POSITIONING AS A PREMIER ISLAND DESTINATIONSet against a beachfront backdrop spanning 3.2 kilometres of golden sand, the exciting launches of bothentities aim to elevate Sentosa’s positioning as a premier island destination by offering unparalleledofferings catered to both local and international visitors alike."With The Palawan @ Sentosa, we are embarking on an exhilarating journey of redefining leisure andentertainment. The first lifestyle precinct by the Shangri-La Group showcases our dedication to craftingunforgettable colourful moments of joy, where guests can immerse themselves in an extraordinaryfusion of innovative leisure activities, inviting beach club experiences, and the timeless allure of Sentosa'sidyllic surroundings. We are proud to be a part of this transformative chapter, bringing new waves ofexcitement to the island's vibrant tapestry," said Mr Gavin Weightman, Shangri-La Group’s Head ofResorts for Southeast Asia &amp; Australasia and General Manager for The Palawan @ Sentosa.“We are thrilled to bring the vision of Tipsy Unicorn Beach Club, our biggest and most ambitious projectto date, to life on the beautiful shores of Sentosa. With our stunning designs, state-of-the-art technologyand focus on sustainability, we hope to push the boundaries of delivering exceptional leisure andentertainment to provide guests with incredible and unforgettable experiences,” said Mr Derek Ong, cofounder &amp; Group CEO, Tipsy Collective.For more information, please visit:• https://www.thepalawansentosa.com• https://www.tipsycollective.com/tipsyunicorn&nbsp;About Sentosa
Sentosa, where discovery never ends, is Asia’s leading leisure destination and Singapore’s premier island
resort getaway, located within 15 minutes from the central business and shopping districts. The island
resort is managed by Sentosa Development Corporation, which works with various stakeholders in
overseeing property investments, attractions development, and operation of the various leisure offerings
and management of the residential precinct on the island.
The 500-hectare island resort is home to an exciting array of themed attractions, award-winning spa
retreats, lush rainforests, golden sandy beaches, resort accommodations, world-renowned golf courses,
a deep-water yachting marina and luxurious residences – making Sentosa a vibrant island resort for
business and leisure. Sentosa is also home to Singapore’s first integrated resort, Resorts World Sentosa,
which operates Southeast Asia’s first Universal Studios theme park.
Situated on the eastern end of Sentosa Island is Sentosa Cove, an exclusive waterfront residential enclave
bustling with more than 2,000 homes, quayside restaurants, retail and specialty shops. The island is also
proud to be home to Sentosa Golf Club and its two acclaimed golf courses, The Serapong and The
Tanjong. Sentosa Golf Club has hosted a number of high-profile professional and amateur tournaments,
including the Singapore Open and HSBC Women’s World Championship, welcoming international star
players and world-class golf professionals from across the world.
Welcoming a growing number of local and international guests every year, Sentosa is an integral part of
Singapore’s goal to be a global destination to work, live and play. For more information, please visit:
www.sentosa.com.sg.
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Shangri-La Group and Tipsy Collective Group to bring The Palawan @ Sentosa lifestyle and
entertainment precinct and Tipsy Unicorn Beach Club respectively to the iconic island destination
SINGAPORE, 26 JULY 2023 – Sentosa will welcome brand new offerings with the launch of The Palawan
@ Sentosa, a lifestyle and entertainment precinct by the Shangri-La Group, and Tipsy Unicorn Beach Club
by the Tipsy Collective Group. The launches will add to the range of high-quality leisure experiences on
the island for local and international visitors alike – elevating Sentosa’s position as a premier island
destination.
"To further strengthen Sentosa as a premier island destination, we are continually reinventing the
experiences and offerings on the island. The introduction of The Palawan @ Sentosa and Tipsy Unicorn
Beach Club, which comes hot after our recent announcements on KidZania ’s return on Sentosa,
represents the transformation that we are undergoing to deliver unique and world-class experiences for
both local and global visitors," said Ms Thien Kwee Eng, Chief Executive Officer, Sentosa Development
Corporation.