Food and Beverage Management Association Singapore

13/03/2026

Food and beverage outlets participating in the Beverage Container Return Scheme (BCRS) are gearing up for its roll-out on April 1 by updating their processes to collect used bottles and cans.

F&B outlets in Singapore are updating processes and training staff for the beverage container return scheme roll-out on April 1. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

11/03/2026

The 𝐒𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐥 (𝐒𝐄𝐂) will be hosting a consultation session on the refreshed Eco F&B Certification, aimed at supporting F&B businesses in adopting more sustainable operations in line with the Singapore Green Plan 2030.

The refreshed certification seeks to help 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 (𝐅𝐁𝐌𝐀) members and F&B companies demonstrate credible sustainability practices and stay aligned with emerging procurement expectations in both the public and private sectors.

Participants will also hear insights from 𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐟 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐋𝐢𝐦 𝐓𝐮𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐠 on Singapore’s national sustainability direction, as well as perspectives from industry stakeholders on their sustainability journeys.

📅 Date: Thursday, 2 April 2026
🕒 Time: 3:00pm – 5:00pm

📍 Venue:
Theatrette, Level 3
Environment Building
40 Scotts Road
Singapore 228231

𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐞

3:00pm – Registration
3:15pm – Welcome Remarks by Cheang Kok Chung, Executive Director, Singapore Environment Council
3:25pm – Opening Address by Lim Tuang Liang, Government Chief Sustainability Officer, Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment
3:35pm – Presentation on Eco F&B Certification
4:00pm – Q&A / Survey
5:00pm – End of Session

Join the session to learn more about the refreshed Eco F&B Certification and share your perspectives with government and industry stakeholders.

🔗 Register here:
https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=-ZUG8DgHfUOzFBsHjyhcWni2KkocYCdBi-WBc043qqJUOFhKQVNKVUJXQ0wxTzhWQzkwQURMWUVVSi4u

11/03/2026

Geopolitical tensions can ripple far beyond politics. The ongoing Iran conflict is raising concerns across the global food sector — from disrupted shipping routes and rising energy costs to potential price volatility for key commodities like grains, oils and meat. What does this mean for food supply chains and global food security? Read more in this analysis.

The ongoing tensions in Iran could disrupt supply routes and drive volatility across key commodities

10/03/2026

🏆𝙉𝙤𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝙉𝙤𝙬 𝙊𝙥𝙚𝙣 – 𝙁𝘽𝙈𝘼 𝙋𝙞𝙣𝙣𝙖𝙘𝙡𝙚 𝘼𝙬𝙖𝙧𝙙𝙨🏆

We are excited to officially open nominations for the inaugural FBMA Pinnacle Awards!

The Pinnacle Awards recognize outstanding individuals in Singapore’s Food & Beverage industry who demonstrate leadership, professionalism, and meaningful impact on their teams, operations, and the wider F&B community.

✨𝘼𝙬𝙖𝙧𝙙 𝘾𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙜𝙤𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨✨
• Food & Beverage Leader of the Year
• Restaurant Leader of the Year
• Banquet Leader of the Year
• Beverage Leader of the Year
• Emerging Leader of the Year

𝘿𝙤 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙠𝙣𝙤𝙬 𝙨𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙬𝙝𝙤 𝙝𝙖𝙨 𝙢𝙖𝙙𝙚 𝙖 𝙙𝙞𝙛𝙛𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙞𝙣𝙙𝙪𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙮?

We invite you to nominate deserving professionals from restaurants, hotels, catering organizations, and independent establishments.

👥 Self and peer nominations are welcome.

📌 Submit your nomination here:
https://tinyurl.com/fbmapinnacleawards

or scanned the QR code.

𝐋𝐞𝐭’𝐬 𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐒𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐞’𝐬 𝐅&𝐁 𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲.

09/03/2026

🧧🍊🧧🍊A wonderful evening celebrating the Lunar New Year with our FBMA community! 🧧🍊🧧🍊

We are deeply grateful to all our members and trade partners who joined us to usher in the new year together. Your continued support and collaboration are what make the FBMA community vibrant and strong.

We were also honored by the presence of SMS Desmond Tan 陈国明, whose attendance made the evening even more meaningful. Thank you for taking the time to celebrate this special occasion with our industry.

The evening also marked the launch of FBMA’s inaugural 𝐅𝐁𝐌𝐀 𝐏𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐚𝐜𝐥𝐞 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝, a new initiative that will recognize outstanding excellence and leadership within the food & beverage industry. More details will be shared very soon.

In the meantime, watch this space as we unveil more about the award and what it represents for our industry.

✨✨Thank you once again to everyone who joined us for a memorable celebration. Wishing all a prosperous and successful year ahead! ✨✨

09/03/2026

Thank you SMS Desmond Tan 陈国明 for taking time to grace our Lunar New Year Celebration as well as your support towards our inaugural Pinnacle Award 2026! Let's continue to partner together in supporting as well as uplifting our Singapore F&B sector!

06/03/2026

But what does authenticity really mean? Why does it continue to compel? And why, despite its powers of persuasion, have some Singaporean chefs decided that this concept no longer has a place in their kitchens?

Restaurants like Maggie's and Jellyfish Sushi deliberately cleave from tradition. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

03/03/2026

“Gong Hei Fatt Choy once again to all our members and friends! Tomorrow is the big day for our Annual Loh Hei Dinner 2026 and we’re all set for a fantastic evening together. For those who have registered, we look forward to welcoming you and celebrating in true FBMA style. If you couldn’t join us this time, stay tuned for our next event – see you very soon!”

26/02/2026

Calling it a “difficult decision” that followed a review of “country-specific conditions”, a company spokesperson said of the situation in Singapore: “We have concluded that the level of investment required is not aligned with our long-term strategy.

Deliveroo has announced its exit from the Singapore market, with its final day of service scheduled for March 4. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

26/02/2026

Gong Hey Fatt Choy to all and exciting times ahead! We are pleased to announce that we have closed our RSVP for this Annual Lou Hei Dinner 2026 as we are fully committed. Thank you all for the support and we look forward to welcoming everyone of you who had registered! For those who are not able to join us, do look out for our next engagement.

25/02/2026

📢 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐖𝐒𝐇 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧!
Join the Conference where leaders and practitioners come together to translate commitment into real-world action and practical insights you can bring back to your workplace.

Anchored on this year’s theme, 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭: 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐖𝐒𝐇 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬, the Conference is designed to help organisations move beyond intention towards measurable impact. It focuses on shared responsibility across employers, workers, and partners, recognising that stronger WSH outcomes are achieved collectively.

Participants will hear what worked on the ground, from leadership approaches that drive ownership, to technology that enables better decision-making, and care-based strategies that strengthen workforce well-being and organisational performance.

Members are entitled to an exclusive preferential rate of S$550 per ticket (inclusive of GST). Please check with us for the invitation code to be used on the Conference registration page.

23 July 2026 | Marina Bay Sands Ballroom
Register now at https://singaporewshconference.sg/

This event is organised by Council, the Ministry of Manpower, the National Trades Union Congress and the Singapore National Employers Federation.

23/02/2026

Multi-generational F&B families: How S’pore food brands like Nya Nya and LiXin carry heritage forward

Explore how Singaporean heritage food brands Nya Nya and LiXin are navigating succession and modernising operations to carry their family legacies forward. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.