Press Release

Pioneering Philanthropy: Industry Leader Initiates Bursary Fund to Support IHL students with Gift of S$500k

Press Release | February 23, 2024

The Singapore Furniture Industries Council (SFIC) hails industry veteran Mr Bert Choong’s pioneering philanthropic endeavour with the establishment of the BertChoong Bursary Fund, providing $500k in support of students-in-need pursuing Diploma, Bachelor’s, and Master’s degree programmes under the Faculty of Art and Design at Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA), University of the Arts Singapore.

Sol Awards 2023 – Recognising Our Industry’s Finest Individuals and Enterprises

Press Release | November 14, 2023

SFIC, supported by Enterprise Singapore, Workforce Singapore, and DesignSingapore Council, announces recipients of the Sol Awards which celebrates and honours individuals and enterprises for significant contributions to Singapore’s furniture industry.

SFIC India Trade Mission – FICCI and SFIC Collaborate to Unlock Opportunities in Furniture and Lifestyle Sector

Press Release | August 11, 2023

SFIC, with the support of Enterprise Singapore (EnterpriseSG), will be leading 9 organisations on a Trade Mission to Delhi and Mumbai, India from the 11th to 16th of July 2023.

SFIC Delegation to Embark on Sustainability Business Model Transformation Mission Trip to Tokyo, Japan

Press Release | April 23, 2023

SFIC, with the support of Enterprise Singapore (EnterpriseSG), will be leading 18 delegates from 14 organisations on a Sustainability Business Model Transformation Mission to Tokyo, Japan from the 23rd to 29th of April 2023.

SFIC signs MOU with ITE; SFIC Institute Unveils New Career Conversion Programme for Furniture Industry Talents as Appointed Programme Partner of Workforce Singapore – Right-Skilling for the Singapore Furniture Industry’s Future

Press Release | February 2, 2023

Reskilling Manpower. This is a key focus of Singapore’s furniture industry in 2023 amidst the uncertain economic outlook as the world recovers towards the new normal. The Singapore Furniture Industries Council (SFIC), alongside its training and skills development arm, SFIC Institute, is encouraging businesses to continue investing in reskilling and upskilling their employees.

SFIC Spotlights Furniture Sustainability Leaders as Role Models

Press Release | November 29, 2022

SFIC 41st Annual Gala Dinner announces its newly elected committee and sustainability leaders as guiding lights for the industry to rise to new heights.

SFIC Unveils the URBAN LIVING SHOWCASE – the nexus of tomorrow’s work-life integration

Press Release | September 23, 2022

Featuring innovative designs for urban lifestyles from 9 exhibitors under the Design Innovation Programme (DIP).

SFIC Embarks On First Furniture Sustainability Business Model Transformation Mission To Copenhagen, Denmark

Press Release | July 7, 2022

The Singapore Furniture Industries Council (SFIC), together with Enterprise Singapore, leads a group of 16 delegates on a first industry-led Sustainability Business Model Transformation Mission to Copenhagen, Denmark, for a week, from 27 June to 1 July 2022.

Singapore Furniture Sector Deep Dives Into Sustainability, Commits to Stronger Industry Action for Leadership, Advocacy

Press Release | February 10, 2022

The Singapore Furniture Industries Council (SFIC) said today it will take a methodical and concerted strategic push – both at the association level as well as with industry players to equip the furniture sector to create a truly sustainable ecosystem.

SFIC Charts New 5-Year Road Map Anchored on Sustainability, Assumes Asean Trade Group Chairmanship on 40th Anniversary

Press Release | December 3, 2021

The Council unveiled its 2025 Furniture Industry Roadmap which aims to leverage the opportunities presented around sustainability as catalysts of capability development, innovation and growth of the industry.

SFIC Institute and WSG Unveil Third Professional Conversion Programme to Upskill Workforce for Advanced Manufacturing Opportunities

Press Release | June 2, 2021

The PCP for Interior Fit-Out Specialist aims to nurture a pool of highly skilled local specialists to provide project management and interior fit-out services.

SFIC welcomes its 2020/2022 Executive Committee under the leadership of industry veteran Mr Phua Boon Huat

Press Release | December 17, 2020

Singapore Furniture Industries Council (SFIC) has unveiled its fifth Member Assistance Scheme ("SFICAssist") to give members a shot in the arm to deal with current tough economic challenges.

SFIC rolls out over $1.2 million financial assistance scheme to help members navigate tough economic times

Press Release | March 4, 2020

Singapore Furniture Industries Council (SFIC) has unveiled its fifth Member Assistance Scheme ("SFICAssist") to give members a shot in the arm to deal with current tough economic challenges.

SFIC Launches Youth Furniture Chapter (YFC) At 4th ASEAN Youth Furniture Exchange

Press Release | November 1, 2018

Singapore Furniture Industries Council (SFIC) has launched its inaugural Youth Furniture Chapter (YFC) to nurture a more resourceful and resilient generation of new and young leaders in the Singapore furniture industry.

Singapore Furniture Industries Council and Enterprise Singapore lead Singapore delegation on 4-day Business Development Mission to the Philippines

Press Release | June 17, 2018

Singapore Furniture Industries Council (SFIC) and Enterprise Singapore are leading an 11-company strong delegation to Manila, Philippines for a 4-day business development mission from 18-21 June.