BACKGROUND

In 1994, the broadcasting industry in Singapore underwent a few momentous changes. The national broadcaster, Singapore Broadcasting Corporation was privatised and a new regulatory and licensing authority, the Singapore Broadcasting Authority was established.

These changes were introduced with the objective of developing Singapore into a broadcasting hub in the region and encouraging more broadcasters to set up base in Singapore. Since 1995, more than 10 new broadcasters have applied for broadcasting licences from the Authority.

These rapid developments in the industry have catalysed the formation of a new association of broadcasters in Singapore, the Association of Broadcasters (Singapore) (ABS).

OBJECTIVE

The objectives of ABS include acting on matters of common interest to members relating to broadcasting and to represent them in communications with other bodies and the public. ABS also acts as an information centre for members.

 

We hope that more members will join the association. With the entry of more players in the industry in Singapore and the development of technology resulting in new applications which broadcasters can offer, the issues facing broadcasters will be more complex. We welcome all fellow broadcasters to join us in discussing and addressing these issues together. Please complete the attached application form to join the ABS and send it to the following address :

The Secretariat, ABS c/o Caldecott Broadcast Centre Andrew Road Singapore 299939 Attn:Mr Clarence Pong DID: 6350 3343 Fax: 6256 5628

ABS was registered with the Registry of Societies of Singapore on 31 October 1997.