Director Disqualification in Singapore: Grounds, Duration and Consequences (2026 Guide) Being disqualified as a director is one of the most serious consequences that can befall a business person in Singapore. A disqualification order strips you of the right to act as a director of any Singapore company — not just one. If your company is [...]
F&B Business Compliance in Singapore: The Complete Guide for Restaurant and Café Owners (2026) Running a food and beverage business in Singapore is one of the most regulated industries in the city-state. You need approvals from multiple agencies before you can open your doors, and the ongoing compliance obligations — food hygiene, employment law, GST, [...]
Sector compliance — F&B, healthcare, education, fintech — Complete 2026 guide. For directors and company secretaries managing ACRA compliance. Practical...
Singapore PDPA compliance for SMEs — Complete 2026 guide. For directors and company secretaries managing ACRA compliance. Practical 2026 walkthrough cov...
The Corporate and Accounting Laws Amendment Act 2025 (CALA 2025), which commenced on 6 May 2026, has introduced significant changes to how Singapore companies may conduct selective share buybacks. If your company has ever repurchased its own shares — or is considering doing so — understanding these new requirements is essential for directors and company [...]
From 6 May 2026, every statutory audit report in Singapore must now name the individual public accountant — the engagement partner — primarily responsible for the audit. This change, introduced under the Corporate and Accounting Laws (Amendment) Act 2025 (CALA 2025), is already in force. If your company has a financial year ending on or [...]
A comprehensive guide to applying to extend a judicial management order in Singapore under the IRDA — grounds, procedure, timeline, costs, and practical tips for judicial managers and creditors.
CALA 2025 Phase 1 commenced on 6 May 2026 with four major changes. More provisions are still pending commencement. A forward-looking guide for directors and company secretaries.
From 6 May 2026, CALA 2025 introduced a mandatory two-tier approval process for selective share buybacks in Singapore. A guide for company secretaries, directors and shareholders.
From 6 May 2026, Singapore audit reports must name the individual engagement partner under CALA 2025. A practical guide for company secretaries, audit committees and boards.