“Singapore’s vision as a 'City in a Garden' is key to its transformation into a distinctive global city. For Singapore to achieve this vision, our landscape industry and its workforce must consistently operate at world-class levels. The work that CUGE does in partnership with industry partners to sharpen skills, raise standards and increase productivity is therefore very important. These efforts contribute to the development of a skilled, innovative and productive workforce that enhances the competitiveness and sustains the growth of the landscape industry. I look forward to the continued strengthening of the partnership between CUGE and our industry stakeholders as we learn and grow together.”

“With iconic projects such as the Integrated Resorts, Gardens by the Bay and the Park Connector Network, we are renewing efforts to maintain Singapore’s reputation as a ‘City in a Garden’. This presents exciting opportunities in the landscape industry for our workforce. WDA will continue to work alongside CUGE and industry partners to advance the career prospects of our green workers through job redesign and enhance the Landscape WSQ framework to keep pace with industry needs. Landscape WSQ now offers specialisation in areas such as Landscape Design, Arboriculture and Turf Sports Ground & Greens. Structured pathways have also been put in place to ensure career progression. With CUGE, our workforce can easily and directly access WSQ programmes and career opportunities in the landscape industry.”

"CUGE aims to provide comprehensive skills training for all levels of the workforce. We strive to address the skills gaps in the Industry and train the workforce to be of better value to the Employers and contribute to the growth of the Industry. I look forward to feedback from Industry Partners to make CUGE a choice training hub for the workforce."