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Celebrating TAPA APAC 25 Years of Supply Chain Resilience at the SCRS Conference 2025

TAPA APAC’s 25th Silver Jubilee takes center stage at the SCRS Conference & Awards 2025 on 27–28 October at Amara Sanctuary Sentosa, Singapore. Expect powerful insights, game-changing connections, and a gala night you won’t forget. Hurry! Secure yours today and celebrate this milestone with us! If you have any more questions, please email info@tapa-apac.org. Learn…

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USD 163,000 Worth of Stolen Toys Seized in Adelaide, Australia

An individual is facing theft charges after police discovered a large stash of toys worth AUD 250,000 (£120,800; $163,400), allegedly stolen from department stores in Adelaide. During a raid on a Royal Park residence, South Australian police recovered around 2,500 items, including 1,700 unopened toy boxes, along with soft toys, water guns, and toy trucks…

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Container Ship Fire in China Contained, After 20-Hour Rescue Operation

China’s Ministry of Transport has shown its swift and effective response to a container fire reported aboard a foreign flagged vessel far offshore. According to the Ministry, the coordinated operation successfully contained the blaze, safeguarding the ship and eliminating danger to the crew. The fire was first reported on July 28 aboard what the Ministry…

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Authorities Crack Down on Illegal Battery Waste Facility in Malaysia

The Kedah Environment Department has shut down a factory in the Bukit Selambau Industrial Area, Sungai Petani, for operating unlicensed offsite scheduled waste storage and recovery activities. The enforcement action, carried out on August 5, found the facility operating without Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) approval or a valid license. Officials discovered approximately 100 tonnes of…

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Singapore Assumes ASEAN Leadership Role to Tackle Transnational Crime and Maritime Threats

Singapore has officially taken over as chair of the ASEAN Working Group on Counter-Terrorism and Transnational Organised Crime, signaling a strengthened commitment to combating maritime crime and addressing broader regional security challenges. The announcement was made during the ASEAN Regional Forum on Counter-Terrorism held in Jakarta, Indonesia, from March 20 - 21. The event gathered…

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Over 600,000 Counterfeit Electrical Products Seized in Bangkok Warehouse Raid

Authorities have seized over 600,000 counterfeit electrical products from a warehouse in Bangkok’s Bang Khun Thian district, following a coordinated crackdown by the Ministry of Industry. The enforcement action was in response to reports of widespread distribution of uncertified electrical items, which pose serious safety hazards. The raid targeted a warehouse operated by a company…

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Chemical Trailer Plunges Into Sea After Collision on Malaysia Bridge

An incident unfolded on the Second Link bridge when a trailer carrying chemicals plunged into the sea following a collision with another chemical tanker. The accident occurred at Km0.8 of the Plus highway's Second Link, near the Malaysian border checkpoint, at approximately 5:41 PM, prompting an immediate response from emergency services. Personnel from the Iskandar…

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Counterfeit Oil Factory Raided in West Jakarta, Indonesia; Three Arrested

The Criminal Investigation Unit of the West Jakarta Metro Police raided an illegal production facility manufacturing counterfeit oil products in the Kembangan area of West Jakarta. During the operation, authorities apprehended three suspects believed to be part of a larger counterfeiting syndicate and seized numerous bottles of fake oil bearing well-known brand labels. According to…

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Lithium Battery Plant Fire in Taiwan, Prompts Shift in Production

A fire erupted at a lithium battery manufacturing facility in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, injuring 15 individuals, including three firefighters who sustained burn injuries. The fire originated in a warehouse that stored unfinished battery products, according to reports. Thick smoke was seen billowing from the site, and Kaohsiung’s fire bureau received the emergency alert around 5 a.m.,…

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Fake Fertilizer Factory in Central Java, Indonesia, Seized

The Central Java Regional Police have uncovered a counterfeit fertilizer manufacturing facility in Boyolali Regency, which had been operating covertly for five years with a monthly production capacity ranging between 260 to 400 tons. The factory's operations was uncovered following complaints about substandard fertilizers circulating in several areas of Central Java. In response, Head of…

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