Estonia, a small yet innovative country in Northern Europe, is making waves in the tech world. The recent press trip undertaken by journalists from Singapore to Estonia provided an insight into Estonia’s digital landscape, highlighting its progress in robotics, sustainable technologies, autonomous vehicles, and e-governance.
Here are some of Singapore journalists´ articles:
e27: With the Giken Sakata partnership, 5.0 Robotics is bringing human-centred robotics to Southeast Asia
5.0 Robotics is revolutionising the manufacturing industry with its human-centred robotic solutions. Their partnership with Giken Sakata aims to upskill traditional manufacturing workers and train new talent in robotics technology. This initiative is set to change Southeast Asia’s industrial landscape.
Singaporean journalist visiting Estonian deep tech company 5.0 Robotics. The company is developing the MiniFactory, a compact and self-contained manufacturing unit approximately the size of a 20-foot shipping container. It uses multi-axis robotic arms, gantry systems, and other mechatronic components. Photo: Kristiina Tammik
e27: Revolutionising sustainable oils: How ÄIO Technologies intends to challenge the palm oil industry
ÄIO Technologies is pioneering sustainable oils by converting industrial by-products into edible fats and oils. Their innovative approach challenges the palm oil industry and promotes a circular economy. ÄIO is also exploring global expansion opportunities, including potential collaborations with Singaporean bakeries.
e27: Driving the future: How Auve Tech’s autonomous shuttles are reshaping public transportation
In the evolving landscape of urban mobility, autonomous vehicles are emerging as a key solution to congestion, sustainability, and accessibility challenges. Estonia-based Auve Tech is at the forefront of this shift, developing level-four autonomous shuttles designed to bridge the gap between public transport stations and passengers’ destinations.
e27: Efficiency and data ownership: Why citizen-centric service design is key to Estonia’s e-government
Estonia is a global leader in e-governance, with 100% of public services available online. Their citizen-centric service design and decentralized data management system ensure efficiency and data ownership, making Estonia a model for digital governance.
Lianhe Zaobao: Look at the big picture: Estonia paves the digital landscape to nurture unicorns (in Chinese)
Estonia’s advanced digital infrastructure and business-friendly environment benefit Singaporean companies seeking to expand into Europe. This initiative forms part of Estonia’s broader strategy to encourage international collaborations and draw global investments, positioning itself as a gateway to the EU market.
The Strait Times: Estonia woos S’pore businesses with offers of speedy set-up and fast pathway to EU
The country’s e-Residency program allows foreigners to establish businesses remotely, providing access to the 450 million-person European Union market. This initiative is part of Estonia’s broader strategy to attract global investments and support international collaborations.
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